Karmadon gorge | |
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Genaldon gorge | |
Geography | |
Country | Russia |
State | North Ossetia |
Coordinates | 42°51′23.18″N 44°31′25″E / 42.8564389°N 44.52361°E |
Karmadon (Genaldon) gorge (Ossetian: Гӕналгом) is a gorge in North Ossetia. The Genaldon river (Terek basin) of the Greater Caucasus mountain system flows in the gorge. In the upper reaches of the gorge there are two glaciers: Kolka and Mayli. It is located at altitudes from 750 m to 1200 m above sea level.
There are geothermal springs and mineral water outlets in the gorge and it serves as a place of rest for the residents of Vladikavkaz.
A popular climbing route to Mount Kazbek passes through the Karmadon gorge along the Mayli glacier.