The Charyn Canyon is located inside the Charyn National Park, which was established to protect geological and ecological features. On February 23, 2004, the National Park was officially established. Numerous rare and endangered animal species listed in the Red Book call the Park territory home.
One of the most unusual plants, Sogdian ash, which dates back to the Palaeogene era, grows in protected woods along the Sarytogai natural boundary of the park’s area. The second analog grove is located in North America, and the aspen grove is unique. As a natural monument, the aspen grove is particularly safeguarded under UNESCO’s auspices. It is around five million years old.
However, Charyn Canyon is without a doubt the Park’s most well-known place of special significance. This charming native area dazzles with its celestial scenery. The canyon is 200 meters deep. The Canyon’s bluff mountains are between 150 and 300 meters high. The Canyon itself is a natural landmark made of sedimentary rocks that are over 12 million years old. There, the scenery is almost magnificent. At dusk, as the sun sets beyond the horizon, Charyn Canyon begins to become crimson, pink, and orange. The area is peaceful, and the only sound coming from below is the bobbles of the Charyn River crashing on the rocks. No one will be unmoved by this sight.
The so-called “Valley of Castles” is regarded as one of the Canyon’s highlights; these tower-like rock formations appear to have been formed by unknown giants. The Valley of Castles is more than 2 km long and, in some locations, 20–80 m wide.
The environment and wildlife of Charyn Canyon are diverse due to its varied topography. There are about 1500 plant species—17 of which are included in Kazakhstan’s Red Book—62 animal species, 103 nesting bird species, and 25 reptilian species.
There, travelers may get all they need for a comfortable night’s sleep. The park officials will show them around and give them a detailed history of the canyon.
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