Yuraktau, Mountain summit in Ishimbaysky District, Russia
Yuraktau is a summit with a conical shape that rises 338 meters above sea level and extends roughly 1 kilometer in length. The slopes descend at angles between 20 and 30 degrees, while the lower section features natural scree formations.
The mountain formed over 230 million years ago as a reef structure in a tropical sea during the Lower Permian period of the Late Paleozoic era. This geological origin shaped the rock formations visible on the peak today.
The name Yuraktau comes from the Bashkir language, where 'Yüräk tau' means 'heart mountain' and refers to the peak's distinctive silhouette. This reflects how the local people see and name the landscape around them.
Multiple springs emerge from the northern slope, with one containing sulfur compounds, while Lake Moksha lies at the mountain's base. The Belaya River flows about 220 meters below, shaping the landscape around the peak.
The peak stands prominently above the surrounding terrain, offering wide views over the valley and river below. This makes it an easily recognizable landmark from a distance across the region.
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