Khrebet Uzun-Syrt, Mountain range near Koktebel, Crimea
Khrebet Uzun-Syrt is a mountain ridge system in southeastern Crimea reaching 226 meters in elevation, featuring elongated crests and rounded hills across the landscape. The formation extends considerably and creates a distinctive topography visible from surrounding areas.
The mountain range contains archaeological remains spanning thousands of years, indicating early human settlement across the Crimean peninsula. These findings show the region supported habitation throughout ancient periods.
The name Uzun-Syrt comes from local languages and means 'long ridge', directly describing the shape of these extended mountain slopes. Visitors walking the area encounter this character reflected in how locals talk about and navigate the terrain.
From April through November, favorable wind patterns and thermal currents make the ridges suitable for paragliding activities and flight training. Visitors should prepare for variable mountain weather conditions and bring appropriate gear.
Paragliding schools have established operations on the slopes, including a school at Mount Klementieva that has trained many students. The location has become a recognized flight training center for the region.
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