Attractions of Bazaltove

Reserve "Basalt Pillars" is a geological reserve in the center of the Rivne region, a unique "architectural" work of nature. Dense rows of polyhedron columns impress with their monumentality and geometric perfection.

Basalt Pillars are an igneous rock broken by cracks into basalt-like columnar individualities. In section, the pillars have the shape of tetrahedra or polyhedra, which makes this material convenient for the construction of paving stones. The thickness of the pillars reaches 1.2 meters, the height - up to 30 meters.

The development of large deposits of basalt in the Yanova Dolyna tract near the current village of Bazaltove has been carried out by the open method since the 18th century. One of the quarries is completely flooded, a small island called the "Island of Love" has formed in the middle of it. In combination with the calm surface of the water, the basalt walls look especially beautiful.

Since 1972, the "Basalt Pillars" reserve has the status of a natural monument of local importance, which is used as a recreation area.

Another flooded quarry is located in the village of Berestovets, 15 kilometers from Bazaltove. The road from Bazaltove to Berestovets is broken, a detour through Kostopil is recommended.