I am not pooh poohing the possible existence of John the Baptist but I do think that this cave may have well been "selected" by converts to Christianity so that they could create an early shrine. With more money in their coffers they later built churches instead of having the worshippers go to a cave...
Just cuz there is artwork on the walls doesn't mean it really was the place John practiced his craft.
Now it will become a 21st century tourist trap for religious folks and history/archaeology fans.
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