Charyn Canyon
CountryKazakhstan
Depth300 m
Length154 km
TypeRiver canyon
About Charyn Canyon
Called the little brother of the Grand Canyon. 154 km long carved by the Charyn River. The Valley of Castles section has dramatic rock formations. About 12 million years old. A national park since 2004. The rock formations resemble ancient fortresses.
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