Kamennaya Chasha

The limestone formation contains multiple archaeological sites within the 400,000-hectare protected area of the Middle Volga region.

The location holds remnants from late Paleolithic settlements, revealing ancient human activities through systematic excavations that began in 1957.

The site contains evidence of the Kamennobalkovsky culture, demonstrating early human adaptation through discovered tools and artifacts from multiple periods.

Access to the monument requires appropriate hiking gear, while guided tours provide detailed information about the geological formations and archaeological findings.

The natural monument features distinct lithological layers in different colors, representing various periods of human settlement throughout prehistoric times.

GPS coordinates: 53.40604,49.92026

Latest update: May 17, 2025 07:11