Darial Gorge, Canyon and border crossing between Georgia and Russia in Caucasus Mountains
The Darial Gorge stretches for 12 kilometers along the Terek River, with steep rock walls rising 1000 meters from the riverbed.
The gorge formed part of the Sasanian defense system during ancient times and contained stone walls with iron gates to control passage access.
The granite formation known as Yermolovsky stone serves as a testament to geological processes and scientific documentation dating back to 1867.
Visitors can reach the gorge via the Georgian Military Highway from Tbilisi to Stepantsminda, with hourly bus services connecting these cities.
The width of the gorge measures approximately 100 meters, creating a natural corridor through which the Terek River flows at 1447 meters elevation.
Location: Stepantsminda
Location: Vladikavkaz
Elevation above the sea: 1,447 m
Part of: Caucasus, Sasanian defense lines, Georgia–Russia border
GPS coordinates: 42.74472,44.62250
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:04
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