This wonderful natural monument is located in the Uraka Valley (Mat branch), east of Uraka village, about 150 m above sea level.
The canyon is formed in limestone, by the river karst, creating a wonderful landscape with vertical walls and numerous caves of karst character.
The walls of the canyon are attractive and difficult to explore, succeeding niches and caves which are often difficult to reach and understand their structure.
The width of Uraka Canyon varies from 4 to 7 meters, while its depth reaches up to 100 meters. This gives this place a deep and wonderful view. Due to its karst characteristics, this canyon has created a unique and rich biological ecosystem, adding ecological and biological value to this area.
Visitors exploring this place can see a great combination of natural scenery, geology and biodiversity. Also, the canyon has didactic and cultural values, as it reflects a rich geological and Natural History. This place is an amazing destination for those looking for adventure and unusual natural beauty. To reach the Uraka Canyon, many tourists use the local road that connects the village of Uraka with the canyon area.
