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Syri i Cikllopit

Syri i Cikllopit, Rock formation and structural basin in Tirana County, Albania.

Syri i Cikllopit is a rock formation and basin in the Krraba gorge that contains a deep rock pool surrounded by steep cliff walls. A branch of the Erzen River flows through the formation like a small waterfall, creating a natural pool at the bottom.

The place is connected in local folklore to a giant creature that allegedly devastated the area before meeting its end beneath the rocks at this location. These stories have been passed down through generations of people living nearby.

The deep scratches on the rock walls are connected to local stories about mythical beings, and the heart-shaped lake plays a role in how people in the area tell their stories.

The site is accessible from the nearby village of Skuterre, where roads lead into the gorge area. Swimming in the pool is possible during summer months, and photography opportunities exist throughout the year as the light changes the appearance of the rock faces.

The formation is notable for how a river branch cascades into the deep pool like a waterfall within the enclosed rock chamber. This combination of flowing water meeting a deep basin surrounded by sheer cliffs creates a rare natural spectacle that few visitors expect to find in this region.

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