Sumgan-Kutuk, Protected karst cave system in Bashkortostan, Russia
The Sumgan-Kutuk cave extends through 9,860 meters of limestone passages, featuring numerous underground chambers and intricate geological formations within the Ural Mountains.
The cave system became part of Bashkiriya National Park in 1986, establishing protection for this natural formation within the federal territory.
Local communities maintain deep connections to the cave system through their languages, with distinct names recorded in Bashkir, Belarusian, and Ukrainian dialects.
Exploration of Sumgan-Kutuk requires special permits and professional guidance due to its protected status and complex underground structure.
The cave contains a vertical shaft that leads to an extensive network of grottoes, making it the largest cave system in the Ural region.
Location: Bashkortostan
Length: 9,860 m
GPS coordinates: 53.00056,56.75111
Latest update: March 14, 2025 05:07
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