The Deepest Quarry in Ukraine: How the South Mining and Processing Plant Became a Tourist Icon of Kryvyi Rih.

In the center of Kryvyi Rih, an industrial city in Ukraine, lies the quarry of the South Mining and Processing Plant (South MPP) - the longest in Ukraine. Its history began in 1935 when rich deposits of iron ore were discovered. Ten years later, in 1945, the exploitation of deep ore deposits began. Today, it is not only a large industrial facility but also a popular tourist location that attracts thousands of visitors. News.LIVE tells about the uniqueness of the deepest quarry in Ukraine and its prospects. The massive scale of the South MPP quarry has amazed the imagination: the depth reaches 400 meters, the length is over 3 kilometers, and the width is 2.5 kilometers. The area of the quarry exceeds 570 hectares, which is three times larger than the Principality of Monaco. Millions of tons of iron ore are extracted here annually, serving as the basis for the production of cast iron and steel. 'The South MPP is not just a quarry, but a symbol of the industrial might of Ukraine, combining technology and natural grandeur. Its massiveness makes it one of the deepest not only in Ukraine but also in Europe,' writes the resource Discover. The reddish-brown slopes of the quarry resemble the surface of Mars, making this location a unique tourist attraction. The landscape with enormous terraces and heavy machinery that looks tiny against the backdrop of vast horizons creates an impression of another planet. The observation deck, equipped at the plant, allows visitors to enjoy this cosmic panorama. Tourists compare the views to frames from science fiction films, which is why Kryvyi Rih has earned the nickname 'Ukrainian Mars'. The South MPP has become a hallmark of industrial tourism in Ukraine. The observation deck attracts travelers who want to enjoy the views and see the work of large machinery - from 100-ton BelAZ trucks to powerful excavators. The blasts conducted for rock extraction make a special impression. This spectacle, according to visitors, resembles Hollywood blockbusters, but it happens in real-time. However, visiting this place is only possible as part of an organized tour or with permission from the plant's management, which gives the location exclusivity. Kryvyi Rih is home to the longest quarry of the Ukrainian South Mining and Processing Plant, which, apart from its enormous size and spectacular landscapes, also attracts tourists with its uniqueness and equipped observation deck.