North Ossetia. The Ahsinta canyon and the Devil's bridge
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Took place on: 2024-09-18
Over a really narrow ravine with a powerful river hangs an infamous bridge
Just before our final sight of our trip we stopped at another Uastyrdzhi monument. Compared to the previous one, it's less ambitious, and its lines are soft and smooth.
The Devil's bridge is laid over the narrowest point of the Digora canyon and marks the border between mountain and foothill parts of Digoria. It's just 15 meters (~49 ft) wide, while being 100 meters deep, bringing spectacular views.
This spot is known for executions of criminals, such as thieves, murderers and, according to some, wives-cheaters. Now hunters for adrenalin drop here, but with a rope, of course.