The Perkal rock in Pyatigorsk, named after a forester named Perkhalsky, keeps many secrets and historical events. Let's start with its name. It turns out that it does not come from the fictional Perkalsky or Perkalov, but from a real person named Perkhalsky. This forester probably came to the Caucasus in the early 1830s, possibly as a result of pa
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The Witch's Fang is a unique natural formation, a remnant of rock that attracts attention with its unusual shape and mystical name. It is located in the Kalachevsky district of the Volgograd region, just 110 kilometers from Volgograd, on the banks of the Don River. However, to get to the Witch's Fang, you must take into account that it is not visi
Sokol Cliff, also known as Peter's Rock, is a flat-topped limestone cliff that falls steeply to the north. From the west, it has convenient access to the top, which makes it an excellent observation deck with a beautiful view of the Volga. According to legend, Peter I himself carved an inscription on the cliff in 1722 with his own hand while on hi
Visly Kamen is an amazing rock rising above the water at an altitude of 70-80 meters. Its cornice resembles the profile of a bearded old man, which led to another name - “Stone Grandfather”. At the top of the rock there is a small platform from where magnificent views of the Snake Backwater and the Shelekhmet Mountains open up. However, it is worth
Rock "Dog" is a natural formation located in the Chelyabinsk region, which attracts attention with its bizarre shape and unique rock structure. According to geologists, it has a similar structure to Mount Razbornaya, which adds mystery to this place. The Dog Rock is famous for its numerous bizarre shapes of rocks and stones, which are the result o
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
Есть два типа людей: одни считают, что это необычная скала природного происхождения, а вторые считают это искусственная стена прошлых цивилизаций. Какая она - судите сами, но выглядит она впечатляюще этим и привлекает внимание всех туристов.
Dragon's Wings is an amazing place with an unusual rock that resembles a dragon's head. Located in the vicinity of the village of Slyudorudnik near the city of Kyshtym in the Chelyabinsk region, this rock attracts many people with its mysterious shape and legendary history. According to one of the legends, here, near the Kyshtym plant on Tyopla Go
The Devil's Tooth Rock is a majestic stone outcrop, distinguished by its unusual shape, reminiscent of the devil's teeth. Located in the vicinity of the village of Slyudorudnik in the Chelyabinsk region, this rock massif is also called Devil’s Settlement. Its height reaches about 25 meters, and its length is about 100 meters. You can approach the
The high rock outcrop known as the Hanging Stone is one of the main attractions of the city of Ufa. It is located on the slope of the Belaya River and offers panoramic views of the river floodplain and its surroundings. This educational rock formation is a natural monument of nature, attracting tourists and city residents with its beauty and uniqu
The "Head" rock is a unique natural formation located in the suburbs of the city of Ufa. Its unusual shape and location in a forest area make it one of the region's attractions. The rock is located in close proximity to both the City Council and the geographical center of Ufa, which makes it accessible to visitors. Despite its attractiveness, Head
The Rock of the Three Leaders, also known as the Rock of the Classics, is located in the upper reaches of the Agidel (Belaya) River, about 50 kilometers from the village of Mrakovo, the administrative center of the Kugarchinsky district of Bashkiria. This place became famous thanks to the portraits of the three founders of communism - Lenin, Marx a
Moonstone is an artifact in the Svir Gorge in Sochi, which is a throne-shaped stone block approximately 5 meters in size. Some researchers suggest that this stone was subjected to special processing in ancient times. This hypothesis makes it an object of historical significance and a state-recognized monument, which ensures its protection. Accordi
Kaban-Tash is a picturesque rock located on the banks of the Belaya River in the Republic of Bashkortostan, and its height reaches 110 meters. This place, surrounded by legends, is often visited by tourists, and locals and tour guides are happy to tell stories about its origins. The name of the mountain comes from the Bashkir language and is trans
Black Rock, one of the northern peaks of the Nazminsky ridge, is a remarkable place in the Taganay National Park, located near the city of Zlatoust. The height of this rock reaches 853 meters, and it is composed of snow-white quartzites. Black Rock attracts tourists with its unique view and unique history. In order to get to the Black Rock, you ca
Аликаев камень, также известный как Марьин Утес, является важным природным объектом и историческим местом на левом берегу реки Сарана, притока реки Уфы. Высота этого камня составляет более 50 метров, и его величественное присутствие поражает наблюдателей. Название "Аликаев камень" происходит от имени разбойника по имени Аликая, который, по легенде
Мыс Фиолент, расположенный на Гераклейском полуострове на юго-западном побережье Крыма, в Балаклавском районе Севастополя, представляет собой уникальное природное образование с богатой историей. Этот мыс служит началом Главной (Южной) гряды Крымских гор и является частью заповедного ландшафтного заказника Мыс Фиолент, охватывающего площадь 31,7 гек
Гора Таган-Таш является одной из горных достопримечательностей Башкирии, уникальным геологическим образованием и памятником природы площадью 7,8 Га. Гора Таган-Таш находится в 5 км западнее деревни Хусаиново в Абзелиловском районе Республики Башкортостан. Высота горы Таган-Таш составляет 961,3 метра, она является одной из основных вершин хребта Ире
Одна из природных достопримечательностей Челябинской области, расположенная в верховьях реки Миасс. Урочище представляет собой небольшой каньон, протяженностью около 1 километра. Известняковый каньон был образован несколько сотен миллионов лет назад (примерный возраст оценивается в 300 миллионов лет - поздний Палеозой) протекающий здесь рекой Миасс
Геологический памятник природы. Скала похожа на округлую башню. Она сложена редкими для региона породами — брекчией из обломков известняков. Цвет породы вишневый из-за значительного содержания гематита. Кроме известняков в обломках изредка встречаются серпентиниты. Брекчия образует геологическое тело в виде штока, который прорывает серпентин
Государственный природный заказник регионального значения. Плачущая скала представляет собой горный массивный монолит, протяженностью около 100 метров и высотой около 8 метров. Песчаник и известняк, из которых преимущественно сложен массив, испещрен многочисленными карстовыми трещинами. Из этих трещин сочится сконденсированная влага, образуя неболь
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