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What is the length of the Sharyn Canyon?
What is the length of the Sharyn Canyon?
Which animal is NOT found in the Sharyn Canyon?
Which animal is NOT found in the Sharyn Canyon?
What unique feature is noted about the canyon's rocks?
What unique feature is noted about the canyon's rocks?
What does the canyon provide as an oasis in the steppe?
What does the canyon provide as an oasis in the steppe?
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What phenomenon alters the appearance of the canyon at sunset?
What phenomenon alters the appearance of the canyon at sunset?
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Study Notes
Sharyn Canyon, Kazakhstan
- Located 200 km from Almaty
- 80-kilometer-long canyon
- Formed by the Sharyn River flowing through the steppe
- Oasis in the surrounding steppe, with fresh water, trees, and hiding places
- Breathtaking scenery
Wildlife
- Steppe hares
- Foxes
- Menzbier's marmots
- Snakes
- Lizards
- Gymnodiptychus dybowskii fish
- Rare ash trees
- Ancient Ice Age forest
Geology
- Strong winds have shaped the canyon over thousands of years
- Valley of the Castles: rocks resembling buildings
- Colorful: striped red cliffs above black volcanic rocks
- Mysterious shadows at sunset
Experience
- Unforgettable experience
- Something for everyone
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Description
Explore the stunning Sharyn Canyon, located 200 km from Almaty, stretching 80 kilometers and formed by the Sharyn River. Discover its unique wildlife, remarkable geology, and breathtaking scenery that offers something for everyone. This quiz will take you on an unforgettable virtual experience through one of Kazakhstan's natural wonders.
