Rock iconostasis - an unusual natural monument located in the Altai region Turochak area, on the right bank of the river Biya, between two villages - Udalovka and Turochak.

Rock iconostasis - a cliff 80 m high. The rock is composed of granite, formed about 300 million years ago. His pyramid shape, natural grandeur and monumentality reminiscent of a church iconostasis - it hence the name of rock, common among the local inhabitants.

The main value of this cliff lies in its historical, aesthetic, scientific and tourism value. The status of natural monument Gorno-Altai Autonomous Region Rock iconostasis received in 1978. In 1996, the status of natural monument was confirmed by the Decree of the Government of the Altai Republic from 16.02.1996, the

Long enough rock iconostasis was one of the most beautiful, but unfortunately unknown to the rocks in the Altai Territory. However, after it appeared on the embossed relief VI Lenin - rock became known throughout the country. Image VI Lenin appeared on the surface of the rock in the center of it at the height of 40 m. In the postwar period was done by local amateur painter Ivan Sychev.
  According to local legend, I. Sychev knew that terminally ill, and decided to leave the currently some memory forever. For a month he was able to create two bas-relief, which he dedicated to the famous communist leaders. Under the image VI Lenin can see the well-known slogan: "Name VI Lenin, his business, labor and learning will live forever. "

Rock The iconostasis is very interesting because of its nature. It is composed of Devonian granite. Among the plants growing here are the most common aspen, pine, birch and fir. In addition, on a rock, there are about 15 species of tertiary relics, among them Robert geranium and European Wild Ginger.

Rock iconostasis - a natural monument of national significance, which is very popular with hikers and nature lovers.