Burhan-bulak falls
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| Location | Almaty Region, Kazakhstan |
Burhan-bulak Falls is the tallest waterfall in Kazakhstan. It is located in the Kora River gorge in the Jongar Alatau mountains. [1]
At an altitude of 2000 metres, the Falls are 168 metres long.[1]
Legend
According to legend, a woman lived near the falls with her only child, a son named Burhan. Doting on Burhan, his mother him to marry a quiet, obedient girl. However, Burhan fell in love with Cora, a proud, self-willed woman. His mother became angry - she erected a large castle in the rock to imprison Burhan.
However, Burhan escaped and joined Cora for eternity as the Kora River. The mother pours out her grief as Mother's Tears, a small stream near the waterfall.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 July 2019, Saltanat Boteu in Tourism on 12 (2019-07-12). "Kazakhstan's highest waterfall Burkhan-Bulak attracts tourists with untouched nature, fascinating views". The Astana Times. Retrieved 2021-03-15.
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