Rocks MOPR, Krivoy Rog

A small rocky village IDLO (International Organization aid to the fighters of the revolution) in the city of Krivoy Rog is known for amazing geological monument of nature, a kind of open-air museum. Beautiful countryside attracts bizarre rocky ridges that were formed on both sides of the river Ingulets.

Features rocks MOPR

The cliffs are a unique geological formation of iron species, according to experts was formed about 2 billion. Years ago. By area, the rock spread on 62 hectares. Divided into two arrays called "Eagle`s Nest", or the Big and Small Orlinka. Last particularly attracts climbers located caves and grottoes, which was once mined ore ancient Slavs and Scythians Ulichi. Here are some cliffs reach a height of 28 meters, which offers one of the most fascinating landscapes of Krivoy Rog. By the highest point of the cliffs can be reached in 15 minutes walk from the park to them. "Pravda" newspaper .

Where to stay

Along the river Ingulets on the southern shore of Krivoy Rog is located lower village Antonovka. Here, almost every house has access to the water through its own pier. For krivorozhan a great opportunity to have a great time in nature without leaving the city. And the visitors certainly one of the residents may deposit rooms for rent.

Interesting fact

The local terrain affects and fascinates with its naturalness, similar to the nature of the Carpathians. Perhaps that is why outcrop rock "Eagle`s Nest" was represented Dnipropetrovsk on Ukrainian competition "7 Natural Wonders of Ukraine" received the title of one of the best natural sites of the country.