1. Ragusha River

2. Location
The source of the disappearing river Ragusha is situated in Novgorod region.
The river flows through south-east of Bogsitogorsk region and falls into the river Volozhba.

3. Dry riverbed In summer about 2 kilometres of the river stay dry.
In spring Ragusha is again a deep river with a full riverbed.

4. The river flows not only on the surface, but also under the ground
The river flows not only on the surface, but also under the ground. Here we can see how it is coming out through the stones creating beautiful springs and waterfalls.

5. The caves, cavities and karsts phenomena formed by the river are of great scientific importance.

6. The valley of the river attracts
by its peculiar flora.
As for the trees, you can find oaks, lime-trees, maples and elms there.
There are also some rare plants, such as the sudetsky fern and the campanula broad-leaved.

8. Tourists prefer to visit Ragusha in spring.

9. During this period you can see the river in all its beauty.