Alibek falls Photo: Alibek falls

Alibek falls - one of the largest and most spectacular waterfall of Dombay in Karachay-Cherkessia, North Caucasus). Located in the territory of the Teberda nature reserve.

The height of it, which falls a raging mass of water is more than 25 m. Alibek falls is formed by the fall river Glowcode with Alibek glacier. The mighty stones from which the roar of the water falls, called "mutton foreheads". Alibek falls is a powerful white-foamed thread that sparkles plenty of spray that is great and extraordinary spectacle. In the gorge reigns an incredible buzz rolling down a choppy flow.

Alibek falls appeared in the XX century in the 1930s it was not yet, but rocky ledge covered language Alibek glacier, retreating every year up to a meter and a half.

This waterfall is one of the most popular sites for Hiking. Excursion to the waterfall doesn't take a lot of time and effort, this route is great for the whole family. The first part of the path (up to a mountain camp) is accessible by car, though the site is very picturesque, passing through beautiful fir forest, so it is better to walk. The tour can be continued by entering the Alibek glacier.

Power, strength and beauty Alibek falls will captivate any tourist or traveler. When the water level is not very high, the river can go over rocks. But without a guide to do this is very dangerous, because on the other side of the road there, and the path runs between steep cliffs. And then on the moraine.

The noise of falling rosy sparkling in the sun the water can be heard long before the falls. The air near the waterfall permeated water dust and rumble.

Alibek falls – one of the main attractions of Dombai, which can be seen only once to remember for a lifetime.

I can add description