Chivyrkuisky Isthmus, Protected land bridge in Zabaykalsky National Park, Russia
The Chivyrkuisky Isthmus extends for 15 kilometers, connecting the Svyatoy Nos peninsula to Lake Baikal's eastern shore with widths ranging from 8 to 24 kilometers.
Natural processes transformed Svyatoi Nos from an isolated island into a connected landmass through sediment deposits from the Barguzin River over thousands of years.
The isthmus region maintains strong connections to indigenous populations who developed traditional practices aligned with the natural resources of Lake Baikal's ecosystem.
Visitors need to obtain permits from Zabaykalsky National Park authorities to access the isthmus, which features sandy beaches and thermal springs reaching temperatures of 80 degrees Celsius.
The Kulina marshes contain 120 mud volcanoes called gryphons, leading to the relocation of Kulinoe settlement residents due to gas and water contamination risks.
GPS coordinates: 53.58800,108.99700
Latest update: March 28, 2025 01:50
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