Kaskady

Kaskady is a geological monument in Kirovohrad Oblast that displays granite formations and layers of ancient rock across a natural landscape. The exposed stone surfaces show different types of rock that have been shaped by time and natural forces over millions of years.

The site was officially protected as a natural monument in 1971 to preserve its scientific importance for geology research. This designation recognized its role in understanding the ancient rock formations that underlie this part of Eastern Europe.

Local people visit this site to understand the geological story written in stone across the Eastern European landscape. School groups and nature enthusiasts come here to witness the natural layers and formations that have shaped this region.

The site is easily accessible and allows visitors to examine rock formations up close from the ground level. Wear sturdy shoes and move carefully over the stone surfaces, as some areas may be uneven or slippery.

The granite layers exposed here date back to the Precambrian period and contain evidence of geological processes spanning hundreds of millions of years. Few visitors realize they are walking on rock formed long before continents took their current shapes.