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Полковник, Protected natural area in Orsk, Russia.

Mount Polkovnik rises 235.8 meters above sea level, featuring gentle slopes at the southeastern edge of Orsk, 1.2 kilometers from Staraya Biofabrika settlement.

The mountain received its name in the late 19th century due to the neighboring state horse farm managed by Colonel N.V. Balk.

The jasper deposits of Mount Polkovnik contain 240 color variations, with specimens displayed in numerous museums worldwide, including the State Hermitage.

The Eastern Geological Expedition currently maintains jasper extraction operations at Mount Polkovnik under an official mining license.

Mount Polkovnik contains every known color shade in its jasper deposits except pure blue, making it a significant geological research site.

Location: Советский район

Location: городской округ Орск

GPS coordinates: 51.16816,58.64428

Latest update: November 3, 2025 04:37

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