Bolshoy Zelenchuk River Canyon. The canyon is about 1500 meters long and 5 to 20 meters wide, with wall heights of about 7-8 meters. This canyon was formed by a river that carved it into hard Upper Jurassic limestones. In the upper part of the canyon, the rocks are more resistant to erosion, which results in the upper part of the canyon not being as steep as the lower part. Trout inhabit this clear mountain river, making it a popular fishing spot.

Bolshoy Zelenchuk River Canyon. The canyon is about 1500 meters long and 5 to 20 meters wide, with wall heights of about 7-8 meters. This canyon was formed by a river that carved it into hard Upper Jurassic limestones. In the upper part of the canyon, the rocks are more...

Bolshoy Zelenchuk River Canyon

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The canyon is about 1500 meters long and 5 to 20 meters wide, with wall heights of about 7-8 meters. This canyon was formed by a river that carved it into hard Upper Jurassic limestones. In the upper part of the canyon, the rocks are more resistant to erosion, which results in the upper part of the canyon not being as steep as the lower part. Trout inhabit this clear mountain river, making it a popular fishing spot.

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