Deep canyon. Colca Canyon - the deepest canyon in the world

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Bullshit!
Let him try to cross South Butovo without insurance, a cable and a pole.

Majestic, alluring, mysterious Grand Canyon. To your possible surprise, despite such a strong name, it is far from being the first in size in the series of the largest canyons in the world. so great that over the millennia of its existence, the Earth was able to store sensations and pleasant surprises even for the most experienced lovers of its natural beauty.
Today Dekatop will gallop through the canyons, providing you with clear and hard evidence that we, as before, can excite your spoiled imagination. Still, we are talking about the majestic height and depth created by mother nature herself. So, the 10 largest canyons, in ascending order.

This canyon impresses observers with its scope, namely: a depth of almost 2 and a length of 82 kilometers. This is the largest canyon in Europe, it is famous for its amazing nature, unique monuments and educational excursion tours including rafts. I know this canyon firsthand, so I'll tell you something. A road passes through the canyon that connects the north and south of Montenegro, this section of the road, 80 km long, is considered the most dangerous place in the Balkans, as my friend says "Jedna greska i ti si gotov" (One mistake and you're "ready"). The road goes from one side of the canyon to the other, sometimes so narrow that oncoming buses and trucks pass them in turn.
In the narrowest places, the mountains come so close from both sides that there is a feeling of being squeezed, given their height, little gets to the bottom of the canyon sunlight. When it rains, picturesque waterfalls flow down from the mountains, bringing another danger, rockfalls onto the road.
Once I had to spend the night in the canyon. In the middle of the night, the tunnels are closed for repairs, a detour in time and distance is simply impractical, then the cars line up and people go to bed. Pine trees miraculously grow on the walls of the canyon, complementing the unreal picture.

Unlike the Grand Canyon, the banks of the Blyde River, which formed it, are covered with green absolutely everything, as in the song. And yet this canyon is incredibly beautiful: rising to a height of 1000 meters, its walls abruptly break off to the bottom of the river, opening a view of the 450-meter waterfall and the "Window of God" plateau.

Its National Park is a chain of separate and interconnected canyons and gorges formed by six rivers. Many tourists have the opportunity to watch the canyon, traveling by train along railway"El Chepe", rising to a height of more than 2,400 meters.

The peculiarity of the Peruvian canyon in its "sharpness" - just like that, unexpectedly, it collapses more than three thousand meters down. This is the command of the bizarre fantasy of the Cotahuasi River, running between two majestic mountain ranges.

The depth of this canyon is 3400 meters. It is located 180 kilometers from Arequipa, a Peruvian city, and was formed during the high seismic activity of the Sabancaya and Hualka volcanoes. Colca Canyon is considered perfect place for lovers of rafting and mountain biking.

The unusual name of this canon is also reinforced by its unique beauty: it is incredibly effective in visualization, since its length is 161 kilometers. True, it is not as deep as its relatives, since it “dives” only 550 meters down.

This canyon was formed by the Colorado River, which for millions of years eroded the plateau of the same name. The length of the Great Miracle is 446 kilometers, the width, taking into account the level of the plateau, reaches 29 kilometers, and the depth is an impressive 1,800 meters.

The Kali River was named after the great Hindu goddess, as dark and mysterious as her waters. The exact depth of the Gorge is not yet known, since the researchers of the canyon will never come to a consensus about where its edge is located. But if you measure the canyon from the very peak, then it could well become the deepest at a height of 6,800 meters.

This canyon differs from its comrades-in-arms not only by its amazing scale, but also by its considerable age. Its valley was formed millions of years ago. The length of the canyon is almost 450 kilometers, and the width is about 30.

The scientific expedition, which was organized by the Academy of Sciences of China, called this canyon the first in length and the greatest among the deep gorges of the world. Its length is 504,600 kilometers, and greatest depth is 6009 meters.

The deepest canyon in the world is the Colca Canyon, its depth is more than 3400 meters, and the total length is slightly more than 100 kilometers. He is located in South America, more precisely in the south of Peru and passes through mountain system Andes. The famous Grand Canyon is 2 times smaller than this one, but much fewer tourists come here, perhaps this is due to the fact that its slopes are not so steep.

On the map, the Colca Canyon is located here

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The canyon has many small villages, still, because the land there is fertile.

Of the living creatures, the Andean Condor is the undisputed leader - this is the largest flying bird (some kind of ostrich is in the lead there) and this canyon is natural place habitat for him. You can often see him circling over the abyss. The wingspan of a condor is 3 meters.

One of the most memorable places is the so-called Condor Cross - an observation deck that can be seen in the top photo (bottom right). Just imagine what the view is there! And by the way, condors often fly up to this observation deck, I’m just sure that it’s a delightful sight. Now he seems to be sitting and resting.

But the Andean Condor "in business"

In the morning you can often see such a landscape ... By the way, I found a panorama, but it weighs 7 MB, no less than 17 thousand pixels in length 🙂 so I post the link upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/f/fc/Colca_canyon_panorama.jpg . Don't forget to enlarge.

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Beautiful, isn't it?

I will tell you a little about the history of this canyon. Kolka has been inhabited by people for more than half a thousand years - these are the great-grandchildren of the pre-Indian civilization. IN mountain valley these tribes managed to create a system of agricultural terraces that have survived to this day. They are now used by modern residents.

And here's to dessert! Found an amateur video from the observation deck. At first, the clarity is not very clear, but such amateur videos are much livelier. At the end of the video, pay attention to where else it is - right next to the birds, class ...

Currently, there are 10 canyons that can fully be called the largest canyons in the world. Their beauty amazes everyone. Reasons for the popularity of these places:

Extraordinary beauty.
Value.
The rivers and volcanoes that formed them.

Canyons of the Tara and Blyde rivers

The canyon on the Tara River, which is located in Montenegro, is rightfully included in the list of the largest canyons. The gorge stretches for 80 km at a depth of 1300 m. this moment it represents the most long canyon in Europe, but inferior in size to the American Grand Canyon. This miracle of nature is located between the famous mountain ranges Sinyaevina and Durmitor (on one side) and Lyubishnia and Zlatni Bor (on the other side). The creation of nature is part national park.

Great amount educational tours can offer you local guides, including rafts. There is a road connecting the northern and southern parts of the country. But it is considered the most dangerous route in the Balkans. The tunnels are so small that trucks or other large vehicles in opposite lanes cannot pass at the same time.

Second Blyde River Canyon, which created this miracle, is located in Africa, namely in South Africa. Here all its parts are covered with greenery. Nearby are a 450-meter waterfall and the "Window of God" plateau. From a height of 1000 m, the walls suddenly break off to the bottom of the river, creating a very beautiful view for visiting tourists.

Canyons Copper, Cotahuasi and Kolka

Mexico has copper canyon, which is a chain of separate various gorges interconnected. There are 6 rivers nearby. If you want to see the Mexican natural wonder, you can buy a train ticket from which you can watch the canyon during the trip. It rises to a height of more than 2400 m. This is a great opportunity for tourists to relax and enjoy the beautiful view.

Canyon, which is located in Peru, is special. It suddenly falls on the tourist (more than 3000 m). The mountain chains of the ranges are dominated by the bizarre Cotahuasi River. The depth of Colca is 3400 m. It is located 180 km from Arequipa (a city in Peru). The formation occurred due to the high seismic activity of the volcanoes Sabankaya and Walka. If you are a rafting enthusiast and love mountain biking, then you definitely need to come here. Excellent tourism programs designed for tourists. You will discover the splendor of the entire canyon while cycling. Experienced instructors inform you about rafting.

Fish River, Kali Gendeki Gorge and Grand Canyon in America

The unusual name of the canyon is Fish River. Its unusual beauty delights any tourist. When you look at it, you create such a feeling of spaciousness and boundlessness. Length natural treasure is 161 km. But if we talk about the depth, then it is not so deep (only 550 km). This place is located in Namibia.

Probably the most famous canyon in the world - american grand. The largest canyons in the world do not compare with it in popularity. It was created by the Colorado River, which over a long period (millions of years) eroded the plateau. The length is 446 km with a width of 29 km. Its depth is also impressive (800 m).

Kali Gendeki Gorge was named after the river Kali, which in turn is associated with the name of the famous Hindu goddess. The goddess was considered gloomy and mysterious, which was reflected in the river itself. It is not yet known what is actually the exact depth of the gorge itself. Many researchers of this area are still arguing not only about the depth, but also about where the edge of the gorge is located.

The Caperti Valley in Australia and the Tsangpo Valley in Tibet

The list of the largest canyons is completed by the Caperti Valley and Tsangpo. The valley in Australia is not inferior to either extraordinary beauty or impressive size. The valley appeared many millions of years ago. The Australian treasure is 450 km long and 30 km wide.

The scientific expedition, which was established by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, gave the name to the natural creation, the first in length and the greatest among the deep canyons in the world. The length is 600 km, the depth is 6009 m. The photo of this canyon always appears in travel magazines

The Colca Valley has long been one of the most unexplored areas of Peru. There were legends about it, it was called the Valley of Miracles, the Lost Valley of the Incas and the Valley of Fire. Today these places are known all over the world as the location of the deepest canyon in the world - Colca Canyon.

Colca Canyon is more than twice as deep as the world famous canyon, its depth reaches 4160 meters. He does have one essential difference- the walls of the Colca Canyon are not located as vertically down as their North American counterpart. However, this circumstance does not detract from the merits of this miracle of nature.

Breathtaking views of the picturesque natural scene with the giant terraces of the Andes, descending in ledges to the river carrying its waters at the base of the rocks, do not leave indifferent anyone who has the pleasure of admiring the beauties of the canyon. No less pleasure is the sight of a soaring condor, the national pride of the inhabitants of Peru. Here, among the gloomy rocks of the canyon, this handsome man feels at home. It's no coincidence that one more ancient name lost mountain spaces - Condor Territory.

Canyons are considered one of the most amazing and attractive creations of nature. For millions of years, stormy river streams have flowed on the surface of the earth, neutralizing all obstacles in their path and gradually washing away deep valleys. Over time, the turbulent streams of water dried up, and only deep gorges remained in their place. These are different amazing creations nature not only with a spectacular appearance, but also with a unique ecosystem. Many of them are habitats for rare species of animals and birds; the rarest plant species grow in the canyons. The deepest canyons of the planet are incredibly beautiful and, at the same time, very dangerous. Steep cliffs ready to collapse at any moment, a swift river flowing along the bottom, predatory animals and insects - dangers only attract inspired tourists to these places.

Colca Canyon is one of the leaders of the planet in terms of depth, it is about 3,400 meters. Given that the length of the canyon is more than 100 kilometers, it can safely claim the title of one of the largest on the planet. The location of the canyon is also very unusual, it is located in the Andes, at an altitude of 3,260 meters above sea level. Main Feature these places is unique nature, the Colca Canyon was chosen as a habitat by the largest bird of prey - the condor. Its wingspan can reach 3.3 meters, for admiring these majestic birds and those around them. natural beauties the canyon is equipped with several excellent viewing platforms, including La Cruz del Condor.

Many travelers while visiting the canyon tend to get into the Sangaye area. On its territory there is a unique plateau with tropical climate- a real tropical oasis with palm trees, surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks. It is best to explore the picturesque places of the canyon accompanied by a guide, as the danger of collapses remains in the gorge. While walking along the most picturesque places one of the picturesque Andean villages is worth a visit. Small mountain settlements can be found on both sides of the gorge.

The depth of the Tsangpo canyon, located in Tibet, is more than 6,000 meters, according to this indicator it is the undisputed leader. The length of the gorge is about 500 kilometers, it has a very unusual horseshoe shape. The mountains surrounding the canyon are incredibly high, their snow-capped peaks merge with the sky and become barely distinguishable. It is they who attract lovers of rock climbing, conquering mountain peaks surrounding the canyon, only great professionals can do it. Among distinctive features It is also worth highlighting the unique ecosystem of the Tsangpo Canyon. Depending on the altitude, the climate varies from arctic to subtropical.

The largest in Australia is the Caperti Canyon. It is distinguished not only by its impressive scale, but also by its considerable age. The valley was formed millions of years ago, so today its slopes no longer seem so steep. At the same time, extreme sections of sheer cliffs are found here. Climbing fans are not recommended to conquer them alone, rocks are very fragile and can collapse.

The Kali Gandaki Canyon and the river of the same name flowing along its bottom got their name in honor of the Hindu goddess Kali, who is the personification of the powerful forces of nature. The exact depth of the canyon remains unknown, but it is estimated to be over 6,000 meters. flank the canyon majestic mountains Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, whose height is more than 8,000 meters, admire them every year snow-capped peaks thousands of travelers come. If for tourists these places are of interest, first of all, from a “natural” point of view, then for the indigenous people they have been considered sacred for a long time.

Without a doubt, we can say that the most famous in the world is the Grand Canyon of Colorado, it is located on the territory of a unique national park of the same name. The length of the canyon is 446 kilometers, and the depth is about 1,800 meters. Despite the fact that these modest parameters do not allow the canyon to claim the world championship, it does not cease to be a landmark of world importance and a center of attraction for millions of tourists. The age of the canyon is about 10 million years, it was carefully studied by scientists who discovered many amazing features.

Canyon with so much unusual name located in Namibia, among its distinctive features is an incredibly spectacular and harmonious appearance. The length of the canyon is 161 kilometers, and the depth is only 550 meters, which is very modest in comparison with the "world giants". At the same time, in terms of beauty, it can really claim one of the first places in the world. The name of the canyon was given by the long river Namibia - Fish River. The formation of the canyon is continuous, during the rainy season the river is a swift and seething stream. During the drought period, on the contrary, the river dries up a lot, so small lakes form at the bottom of the canyon.

Cotahuasi Canyon is the deepest in Peru, its depth is 3,535 meters. The canyon is framed by two majestic mountain ranges– Soliman and Koropun, also among the local natural attractions worth highlighting beautiful waterfalls, the most beautiful of which is Sipia. Translated from the Quechua language, the name of the canyon can be translated as “home for all”, during the colonial period, many miniature settlements were founded on the slopes of the gorge and mountain villages. The Spanish colonialists also built bullrings here, some of which have survived to this day.

In Montenegro, there is a canyon of the Tara River, it is the deepest in Europe. The depth of the gorge is about 1,300 meters, and the length is about 80 kilometers. The canyon is located on the territory of the Durmitor National Park, therefore it invariably attracts the attention of ecotourism adherents. The Tara River and the canyon formed by it received their name in honor of the ancient Illyrian tribe that once lived in these places. The Tara River is one of the main attractions of the country, it has an unusual cascading structure and has more than 40 significant elevation changes along its length. The water in the river is crystal clear, you can drink it without fear. Experienced Tourists, who enjoyed this event, note the amazing taste river water which cannot be compared with any other.

In South Africa, in the province of Mpumalanga, one of the outstanding natural attractions of the planet is located - the canyon of the Blyde River. Its maximum depth is 1372 meters, and the length of the gorge reaches 26 kilometers. The development of the canyon by man began more than 100,000 years ago. In ancient times, the valley was home to the Swazi tribes. During the study of the canyon, scientists discovered cave drawings, as well as the remains of ancient people who fell in intertribal warriors.

Located in Mexico, Copper Canyon is a collection of six small canyons, which are usually considered as a single natural formation. The name of the canyon fully reflects one of its main distinguishing features; the slopes of the gorge have a rich copper-red hue. Over time, the slopes of the canyon were covered with green moss, which the Spanish colonialists who arrived in these places mistook for copper deposits. Walks on the steep mountain slopes remain one of the favorite attractions among tourists, and the most fortunate may have the opportunity to see rare species of local predators. It is for this reason that unaccompanied walks in some areas of the gorge are prohibited.

At a distance of about 240 kilometers from the Grand Canyon of Colorado is another outstanding attraction - Antelope Canyon. It is located on the territory of the Navajo reservation, so travelers can get to the canyon only after paying a fee and accompanied by a guide. Conventionally, the canyon is divided into two - upper and lower, both of which are distinguished by incredibly beautiful rock formations that serve as a center of attraction for photographers from all over the world. Visitors to these places will have a great opportunity to walk among the fabulously beautiful sandy rocks, through the narrow gaps between which light penetrates and gives these places an atmosphere of mystery.

The location of the Charyn canyon is Charyn national park in Kazakhstan, the length of the gorge is 154 kilometers, and its depth varies from 150 to 300 meters. Despite the relatively modest scale, the number of attractions and unique features the canyon is simply amazing. Mandatory item excursion program is to visit the Valley of Castles. This is the name of the area in which amazing natural formations are concentrated - rocks, shaped like real castle towers. A lot of pleasant surprises await nature lovers. More than 1,500 plants, about 80 animal species and more than 100 bird species are represented in the canyon. It should be noted that many representatives local flora and fauna are listed in the Red Book of Kazakhstan.