In the village of Ak-Tyuz in Kemin district, tourists are increasingly visiting a frozen waterfall that is a unique natural site. This waterfall, which can reach 20–30 meters in height, formed thanks to a water pipe laid in the area in the 1950s.
Features and seasonality of the waterfall
Drawing the attention of guests, the waterfall begins to freeze in late October and remains in that state until June. This is because sunlight does not reach the spot, so the ice melts late.
History of the site
According to Anvar Turdubekov, former head of the Ak-Tyuz aiyl okmotu, this phenomenon has existed since the founding of the village of Ak-Tyuz itself. Historically, the structure was built in Soviet times to control water pressure. The village is believed to have been founded in 1939, and the water pipe was installed in the 1950s.
Today the site has become one of the scenic attractions contributing to the development of domestic tourism in the region.
