Kura River Canyon and National Garden

History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore Kura River Canyon and National Garden is a fascinating river park formed by the legendary Kura River (anciently known as Cyrus), one of the largest rivers of the Caucasus, which takes its source from the Allahuekber Mountains and flows into the Caspian Sea, winding on the outskirts of Ardahan Castle. Kura River, on whose banks the Georgian, Seljuk and Ottoman armies camped throughout history; It is the lifeblood of the city with its reeds, meanders and migratory birds. Local legends say that the waters of the Kura River bring abundance because they are fed by the melting snow of the Caucasus Mountains, and that the folk songs of Âşık Şenlik sung on the banks of the river echo with the river waves all the way to the Caspian Sea. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features It lies at an altitude of approximately 1,800 meters along the river bank, just below the historical castle in Ardahan city centre. Willow groves, birch trees, walking piers and river embankments on the riverside create a rich wetland nature. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees