khakassia's landscape is one of endless plains, rolling hills and wildlife-rich wetlands. over 500 lakes (110 salty), dozens of rivers (including the mighty yenisei), and acres of taiga forest and sprawling steppes, are crammed within the stunning sayan mountain range, which occupies over two-thirds of the republic. this tiny corner of siberia hides big adventure under every stone. | see more about back to, caves and landscapes.