Kap-Kutan

The cave extends for 27,000 meters through mineral-rich chambers, featuring numerous calcite, aragonite, and gypsum formations throughout its underground passages.

Local miners extracted dripstone materials from the cave during past centuries, using them in the construction of Tamerlane's tomb and other regional structures.

The cave system holds significant value for geological researchers, who study its thermal springs and mineral formations to understand regional underground processes.

Access to Kap-Kutan requires special permission and remains restricted since 2009, with entry controlled through a secured metal door at the entrance.

The cave's first 300 meters present a horizontal passage that leads to chambers containing mineral formations influenced by sulfurous thermal springs.

GPS coordinates: 37.73333,66.43333

Latest update: June 9, 2025 08:47