Rock-art panels along the Bely Iyus River between forest and cliff outcrops.

Region: Republic of KhakassiaCoordinates: 53°35′N 91°5′E

Bely Iyus Rock Art

The Bely Iyus basin holds many petroglyphs beyond Kazanovka museum — panels on slopes and water's edge, some visible only by boat or opposite-bank trail. Multi-era art; weathering and human damage — do not touch stone or leave marks. Forest hike; midges in summer; hunting season in autumn; snow in winter — for prepared travellers, not a quick roadside stop. Combine with Askiz and Abakan-Tash on a southwest archaeology block. Maps and Kazanovka museum contact help find protected panels.

How to get there

From Askiz and Bely Iyus villages on trails; some sections by water.

Best season

June–September for hiking access

Travel tips & stories

  • Do not touch art.

  • Repellent and long sleeves.

  • Share your route.

  • Binoculars for high panels.

  • Respect hunting seasons.

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