The Shaki waterfall in Armenia: description, features

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The Nature of Armenia is diverse and magnificent. On the territory of this state can be seen in virtually all beauty created by nature: plains, mountains, lakes and rivers. There is also a unique amazing waterfalls.

We will introduce you to the most famous waterfalls of Armenia, and admire its unprecedented beauty and grandeur. And a closer look at one of the most attractive of them. What is the Shaki waterfall? Where is it located and what are its features? The answers to these questions and many others can be found in this article.

Shaki waterfall

Waterfalls of Armenia

Amazing harmony of nature and historical features, like a magnet draws in these fabulous places travelers from around the world. Almost all tours to Armenia include a visit to Shaki waterfall and its surroundings.

But before I tell you about one of the most remarkable parts of the country can be even more beautiful Shaki waterfall (Syunik region, Armenia), take a quick look similar at beauty places:

  1. The Highest waterfall of Armenia, located in the village of Ohanavan. It is called – Kasakh. The appearance of it is due to a volcanic eruption. The result of the cataclysm was the emergence of a new surface of the Kasakh river, which, falling down from 70 m height, forming this beautiful waterfall.
  2. Jermuk waterfall is situated in the center of Jermuk Resort. It is the second largest in Armenia (68 meters). Here are SIM and Bald mountain (the southern slopes of the Vardenis ridge).
  3. Great Trchkan Waterfall is located on the border between the regions of Lori and Shirak. Crystal clear water falls down from a 23-meter height. Is this cascade on the river, Cichon, rich in trout.

There's a pretty interesting explanation of the origin of the name of the waterfall Trchkan. Every year during the spawning season, fish usually swim against the current. Once the local residents, it was observed that fish sailing against the current, jumping out of the water to a height of 20 meters (above the falls). In this regard, this water cascade was named “Trchkan", which means “Bouncing”. And in the winter it is a unique spectacle thanks to what it called haven and "Ice Queen".

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Overview Chacinska falls

The Waterfall of Shaki (or Shaki waterfall) is located 3 kilometers Northwest from the town of Sisian.

Shaki River, flowing through a deep gorge with rocky alcoves and very steep slopes, overthrows its waters with a height of 18 m. Thus, gaze seems amazingly beautiful.What is the Shaki waterfall

Archaeological excavations in the territories where the Shaki waterfall was discovered several unique caves and traces of human existence in the stone age. The international community of scientists believes that the district is a unique area and, therefore, proposes to create a conservation zone.

Location description

Shaki waterfall (Armenian) – wonderful creation, the highlight of nature, located in the region of Syunik. The Shaki river gives its water to the waterfalls with a deep gorge with many caves and rock niches. His energy is so loud and strong that being near it's impossible to hear the voices of people standing nearby, and all sorts of amazing sounds of nature.Shaki waterfall (Armenian)

In this amazing corner of the earth people seems beautiful sight of falling from a great height the crystal clear water flows from the surrounding clean, fresh and clear air.

History

Shaki waterfall harmonizes with the Paleolithic caves, located nearby. There are historians that in these areas of human development occurred with great speed.

The Territory of this waterfall is perceived as a “archaeological storeroom”. Here were found several caves, where in ancient times people lived. Near the described field archaeologists discovered a large camp, apparently belonging to primitive people. Was also found tools made of stone and remnants of ash.Shaki waterfall (Syunik region, Armenia)

Surrounding area

Shaki waterfall is and features. As noted above, it is formed out of a very deep gorge located in various rocky niches, tunnels and grottoes. And the locals claim that its waters have a special energy and force. After all, near the Shaki waterfall is situated the mineral springs that have medicinal properties, and lake. Their water help in preventing and even treating many diseases.

These amazing places shrouded in mysterious and magical stories. Yes and the occurrence of this natural phenomenon people associate with the ancient legend. A long time ago one of the local rulers decided to get himself a pretty girl, and against her will. Girl to be free, jumped into the abyss from a high cliff. During a jump hem of her skirt formed a chain of cascades, which turned into this eye-pleasing waterfall.

Conclusion

Describes a magnificent corner of the planet is the habitat of primitiveperson. These areas – unique archaeological pantry with traces of the ancient people belonging to the stone age. Here people can meet face to face with the story.


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