Tsalka Canyon

Tsalka Canyon was created by erosion in volcanic plateau. Canyon is about 7 km long, as measured from canyon beginning at elevation 1448 meters above sea level (41°36.235′N 44°06.685′E) to the end at elevation 1110 meters above sea level (41°33.458′N 44°07.262′E).[4] Canyon depth is 300 meters on average.

The vegetation on volcanic plateau, where canyon formed, is rather sparse in stark contrast with the different micro-landscape in the canyon. Variety of plants on the steep slopes of the canyon and waterfalls is supported by characteristic micro-climate.[4]

Dashbashi Waterfall, situated at the bottom of Dashbashi Canyon.

Tsalka Canyon is known for it astounding cascading waterfalls, that provide chill in the summer. Tsalka Waterfall takes exotic emerald color and forms dozens of frozen waterfalls in the winter. In waterfall vicinity it is also warmer in the winter than in nearby Tsalka and Dashbashi village. On the way to canyon through Tsalka there are ruins of medieval Kldekari fortress, the center of resistance of Kldekari principals against Georgian kings.[5][6]

The Diamond Bridge spans 240m across, suspended 280m above the canyon. The bridge is the longest and tallest free-hanging structure in the world. [7]

• Samshvilde Canyon Natural Monument
• Algeti National Park
• Kldekari (mountain)
• Kldekari-Rkoni Monastery
• List of natural monuments of Georgia