Oktyabrskaya cave, Glacial cave in Zailiysky Alatau, Kazakhstan
The Oktyabrskaya Cave extends for 1390 meters through the glacier, featuring passages that range from 1 to 3 meters wide and reach heights of 8 to 10 meters.
Scientists discovered the Oktyabrskaya Cave in 1963, leading to extensive research of its underground water systems and geological formations within the Bogdanovich Glacier.
Local mountaineers and geologists regularly study this cave system to understand the formation patterns of underground glacial structures in the Tian Shan mountain range.
Visitors need professional guidance and specialized equipment to navigate the five different entrances, located at 3300 meters above sea level near the Shymbulak ski resort.
The cave channels carry summer meltwater flows reaching 330 liters per second, creating an extensive network of ice-covered passages within the glacier.
Location: Қарасай ауданы
GPS coordinates: 43.10091,77.11070
Latest update: April 18, 2025 11:05
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