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  • Букобайские яры. Photo 1
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Description

The Bukobay Yars, located within the Sol-Iletsk urban district of the Orenburg Region, represent a remarkable natural monument. Over millions of years, nature has shaped massive spherical and mushroom-like sculptures from sand, creating stunning compositions. These natural formations, resembling giant mushrooms, have cap diameters ranging from 50 to 90 cm and cover an area of about 136 hectares.

Aged approximately 201 million years, the Bukobay Yars are a geological and geomorphological natural monument. Composed of sandstones, they acquired their rounded shapes through weathering, with patterns resembling winding stripes visible on their surfaces.

These нars hold significant scientific value, as archaeologists have discovered unique artifacts here, including the remains of ancient animals, representatives of ancient vertebrates. This evidence suggests that these lands were once submerged by the waters of an ancient ocean.

The Bukobay Yars are considered a place of power, attracting people for solitude and meditation. They are recognized as a national heritage of Russia and have been featured in National Geographic magazine.

Thousands of tourists visit these нars annually, drawn by their beauty and uniqueness. Local residents and tour organizers arrange visits to the Bukobay Yars, offering tourists the opportunity to admire their beauty and experience their special energy.

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