GEO-TOURISM ROADS ON THE RIGHT BANK OF THE OPIR-STRYI

Abstract

Тhe attractive geological and geomorphological objects of the right bank of the Opir-Stryi arehighlights in the article. Their morphometric parameters, peculiarities of geomorphological structure and lithological composition of rocks have been investigated. Various forms of formations which are reflecting the geological structure and history of the relief development of this region have been studied. А lot of objects are associated with historical and cultural events therefore, tourist attraction is increasing.The new geological and geomorphological objects which are proposed to be included in the geo-tourist routes have been researched, identified and described. These include: unique gorges on the Kliuch Range of tectonic, gravity and erosion genesis, which are also associated with the history of Ukrainian Sich's Archtrs; placers and clusters of equal rock blocks on the ridge slopes of m. Kliuch, which have unique shapes; vertical caves in exposed sandstone cracks; huge landslides in the Kamianka's village, that cover the entire length of the slope of the mountain range; interesting river beds that reflect the dynamics of the powerful stream of the river Stryi. For some well-known attraction sites, detailed morphometric measurements (rocks in Rozgirche and Tyshivnytsia) are presented for the first time by the authors.Two geo-tourist routes have been developed on the basis of the conducted researches: 1) deflection of sandstones of the profitable world near the Mezhybrody's village – Kniazi's Rocks (Tyshivnytsiya's village) – terrace and river processes of the Stryi's river – rock-cave complex Rozgirche (one-day); 2): Lopata's mountain – landslides in the Kamianka's village – gorge («canyon») in Kliuch – rocks «Paski's Island» on Kliuch – Zcuravlyne's Lake – gorge and waterfall on Kamianka River (two-day route). The places of stops are described, the distances and the duration of the lifts during the course of the slopes are given.It should be emphasized that recommendations for tourists and nature conservation activities are provided.