Barskoon waterfall, Natural cascade in Jeti-Oguz District, Kyrgyzstan.
The white water stream falls from a height of 24 meters, creating multiple cascades through the rocky mountain formations in central Kyrgyzstan.
The natural monument received protected status in 1975, marking a significant step in preserving Kyrgyzstan's geological formations for future generations.
Local stories tell of a female leopard whose tears formed the waterfall after her cubs fell from the nearby cliffs in ancient times.
The path to reach the waterfall starts from Barskoon village, located 90 kilometers southwest of Karakol, with parking facilities at the trailhead.
The surrounding area features monuments including a Soviet truck on a pedestal and a bust of cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin near the waterfall trail.
Location: Jeti-Oguz District
Inception: 1975
GPS coordinates: 42.00200,77.57700
Latest update: March 14, 2025 03:04
Kyrgyzstan offers photographers mountains, lakes and historic structures. The locations feature natural areas like Ala Archa National Park and Lake Issyk-Kul, along with cultural sites such as Burana Tower and Tash Rabat Caravanserai.
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