Trynig, Geological monument in Lviv Oblast, Ukraine.
Trynig is a geological monument in Lviv Oblast that consists of crystalline rocks rising distinctly from the surrounding landscape. The formation displays multiple geological layers with varying mineral compositions visible throughout the structure.
The site became a protected geological monument in 1984 and represents millions of years of geological development within the Ukrainian crystalline shield. This extended time period shaped the complex structure visible to visitors today.
The site is known locally as Скеля Кам'яній Триніг among Ukrainian communities, a name that reflects how people in the region identify with this natural formation.
The formation is accessible via marked trails, with the coordinates 49.945833N and 25.202222E serving as reference points for navigation. Scientific research at the site requires appropriate geological permits.
The rock formation contains ancient granite layers dating back to the Archean period, displaying mineral patterns specific to the Ukrainian Shield. These ancient rocks provide insight into the early history of Earth.
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