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Gobdzinu Ravine Waterfall
In short
The deep, secluded ravine to the north of Gobdzinu Cliffs conceals a petite waterfall. Gobdzinu Ravine Waterfall stands at approximately 2.3 meters in height and flows intermittently, yet it has sculpted a brief canyon.
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In detail
The Gobdzinu Cliffs are among Latvia’s most impressive precipices, but few are aware that some 700 meters northeast lies a profound ravine housing a charming waterfall.
This waterfall has taken shape over a 0.6-meter thick layer of oolitic sandstone, which is more robust than the delicate sandstone beneath it, resulting in an almost 1-meter wide overhang. Its overall height measures around 2.3 meters. These rocks belong to the Upper Famennian period of the Late Devonian.
The author is acquainted with four additional small, seasonal waterfalls in this vicinity, including the similarly modest Lepenieku Waterfall. However, the other three (including the 0.6-meter high Ketleru Waterfall) are less captivating.
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