Charyn Canyon

From Black Canyon we proceeded to the well known Charyn Canyon to enjoy a walk from one end of the canyon to the other and back (6kms). It was 37 degrees and made for a hot one but was spectacular none the less. The canyon is known as the “Valley of Castles” due to it’s imposing pillars and rock formations. Our end destination today was our guesthouse in Basshiy at the gate of the Altyn Emel National Park. You know you have reached the desert when you encounter camels and that we did 15 minutes from town!Read more