How often do we admire the clear water streams that flow into picturesque lakes. And sometimes I want to enjoy the beauty of nature, not just in the picture, but live. Not everyone knows that for this you do not need to go to distant countries and spend a lot of money. You can find a real waterfall in the Leningrad region, and not even one. And in this publication we will talk about the unique natural monuments of the region.
The largest waterfall in Europe
This is surprising, but the largest in Europe is considered a waterfall in the Leningrad region called Tosnensky. This unique natural monument is located in the area of the small village of Sablino.
A river called Tosna has rapids, one of which is equal to the height of a person. But they say that before its height reached four meters. And the width of the famous natural monument is twenty meters.
It is worth noting that Tosno Falls among the local population is known as the “mini Niagara”. However, in truth, Niagara is generally considered not to be the largest waterfall on the planet, but it is the most powerful of all North American waterways. If we talk about the Russian natural monument in Sablino, then tourists, as a rule, get to it without even ordering an excursion.
The waterfall is famous for warm water, which is why it is good to take a hot tub in it. However, be careful: during floods, water can be dangerous, especially if you are new to this business. This threshold is also sometimes called Hertovsky. In this place you can safely walk, think about your personal and watch how the streams of water fall.
Sablino can be reached by bus. The most convenient travel routes are the 325th and 323-K.
An interesting fact is that the channel of the threshold makes it possible to observe the traces of what its former position was. Such areas are called "water bowl." According to the depth level, the bowls are estimated at four to five meters, and their inner part is filled (there are boulders there).
Sablinsky falls
In the village of Sablino you can admire the locations of unusual beauty that the Leningrad Region is proud of. There are many natural monuments - caves and rapids. Sablinsky Falls is also famous. It can be found near the village of Ulyanovka, in the Sablinka river. The height level of the waterfall is estimated at four meters. However, this indicator changes from time to time, as well as indicators of the speed of run of water. This is due to erosion, unstable watercourse, etc.
You need to travel to this waterfall so as to visit the Sablinsky natural monument at the same time. In order to get to this place, you need to catch an electric train at the Sorting Station (Obukhovo) or use vehicles.
Waterfall on the Karast River
Another waterfall in the Leningrad region is located on the Karaste river. There is a threshold in a place called Upper Park in Oranienbaum (this is a palace ensemble, located 40 kilometers west of St. Petersburg). Due to the fact that the source of the river is located in a wooded marshy area, and its springs provide food, there are peat particles in the water. This circumstance caused the unusual red color of Karasta. Artificial ponds on the river create a powerful stream, providing pressure.
Gorchakovschiny waterfall
Not far from the village called Issad, in a forest area there is a very beautiful waterfall in the Leningrad Region - Gorchakovschinsky. He nestled among a large number of green trees, which provides an influx of travelers who like to be photographed here.
Gorchakovshchinsky waterfall is the highest in the region, and its height is estimated at four meters. This indicator, unlike other monuments, is constant. The height level in the canyon of the river reaches ten meters.
If you find yourself in this area, try looking for the Lyubshan fortress (to be precise, its remains). It was built in the 6th century by the Finno-Ugric population, and is also the oldest of those known to researchers of ancient Russian history. If you cannot get right there due to excavations, then you can look at it from afar.
