Golosov Ravine, Protected ravine in Southern Administrative Okrug, Russia.
Golosov Ravine runs between Kolomenskoe Hill and Dyakovo Hill and features multiple natural springs that feed a permanent brook flowing at its base year-round. The ravine's sides descend steeply, creating a marked geographical depression with visible geological layers in its walls.
The ravine gained attention in 1621 when a Tatar cavalry unit reported emerging from the area to discover that fifty years had passed in the outside world. This legend shaped how local people viewed the site as a place with extraordinary properties.
Two large stones at the ravine's bottom, called Diviy and Gus, hold meaning in local spiritual traditions as representations of feminine and masculine energies. These stones draw people who engage with the customs and beliefs that residents associate with them.
The ravine is made accessible by reinforced paths and stairs added during a 2007 reconstruction, making it easier to explore the natural formation throughout the year. Visitors should wear proper footwear since the paths can be steep and sometimes slippery, particularly in wet weather.
Scientific measurements near the stones at the ravine's base show unusual electromagnetic field variations, suggesting special geological or mineral properties in the area. These anomalies draw the interest of researchers and curious visitors fascinated by such phenomena.
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