If you’ve explored all that Gabala has to offer and your spirit craves adventure, consider embarking on a trek to the stunning Mysikh Waterfall, a hidden gem located approximately 20 kilometers from the mountain village of Durudja. Local guides and tour agencies offer excursions to this remote 50-meter waterfall, so be prepared for a full day of hiking, including travel time to and from the site.
Nestled on the northern side of the village of Laza, along the left bank of the Demiraparan River, lie the ruins of Mysikh. This ancient village was once built beneath a massive rock formation, but it suffered significant destruction from landslides over the years. Due to the challenging access to the village, its residents eventually abandoned the area. Just 7 kilometers northeast of Laza, you’ll find the large and thunderous waterfall. It takes about an hour and a half to reach it on horseback, but it’s advisable to go with local guides, as inexperienced riders may find navigating this terrain difficult.
At first, you’ll encounter a smaller waterfall, but this is only a precursor to the main attraction. After a three-hour trek, covering 20 kilometers from the district center and situated above the village of Durcha at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains, the Mysikh Waterfall comes into view. It plunges dramatically from a nearly vertical cliff, standing at an impressive height of 54 meters. The exhaustion of the journey melts away as you behold such breathtaking beauty.
To get closer to the waterfall, you’ll need to traverse a considerable distance. The path requires you to hop from stone to stone, some as large as a truck. Eventually, the waterfall disappears behind the rocks, and you must crawl through a narrow stone tunnel that barely accommodates one person. Finally, you arrive at your destination: the vast basin of the waterfall, where the roar of the cascading water fills your ears and refreshing sprays envelop you, revitalizing even the most weary traveler.