The Pigeon Grotto, located on the Kyzladyr Karst Field, is certainly one of the most famous sinkholes in the region. Like many other sinkholes in the karst field, the Pigeon Grotto is formed under the influence of rainwater, frost and various geological processes. Inside the Pigeon Grotto sinkhole there is a small lake, probably fed by groundwater
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The Dragon's Lair, or Stone Grotto, is located in the Teriberka natural park on the shores of the Barents Sea. This cave attracts tourists with its unusual rock relief, which really resembles a dragon’s “lair”. According to local lore, the round stones scattered along the bottom of the cave are called "dragon eggs", hinting at the presence of anima
The Bear Grotto, located in the vast Zhiguli Nature Reserve in the Samara Region, is a unique natural formation that attracts the attention of both song festival lovers and nature researchers. This grotto was formed as a result of the dissolution of limestones, and is characterized by its small size - the average height is 2.2 meters and the width
Located in the Kizilsky district, the Ring rock is one of the many attractions of this region rich in natural beauty. Located on the border of the Chelyabinsk region and Bashkiria, it attracts attention with its unusual appearance and atmosphere. The rock got its name due to its ring-like shape. The Khudolaz River, a tributary of the Urals, makes
The Ashinsky cave complex is a fascinating archaeological study, revealing the rich history of the ancient inhabitants of this area. Consisting of 25 underground sites, including caves, grottoes, karst arches and a rock overhang, the complex provides insight into the life of ancient people throughout various historical eras. One of the most notabl
A small open vertical cave is located on the left bank of the Belaya River, within approximately 1 km from the Taraval griffin. The cave is a large ravine in the rock, the vertical course of which has an angle of 34 to approximately 75 degrees. It is through, with one entrance located at a height of about 4 meters from the river, and a second entra
The Greve Brothers Cave is an outstanding natural attraction located in Samara, in the Sokoli Mountains, on the banks of the Volga. Its name is associated with the story of two brothers, sons of the famous pharmacist Leopold Greve. This natural monument of regional importance is a karst cave with intricate galleries and passages, the total length o
Одной из самых знаменитых и посещаемых пещер в природном заповеднике Мурадымовское ущелье является грот Голубиный (Голубиная пещера), которая так же имеет название Мурадымовская-1. Грот получил свое название благодаря голубям и летучим мышам, любящим ютиться в этом месте. Из Голубиного грота открывается красивый завораживающий вид на
Гора необычной формы, расположена на правом берегу речки. Имеет несколько естественных карстовых гротов, в одном их которых располагается "столовая" пустельги (много птичьих косточек). Склон горы достаточно крутой и сыпучий, подниматься тяжело.
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