With a length of 25 km (16 mi) and a depth up to 1,000 meters, Rugova is considered to be one of Europe's longest and deepest canyons.

[1] In 1985, Rugova Canyon was declared a protected monument of natural heritage due to its geological, hydrological, speleological and botanic values and its spectacular landscape.

It has been identified that the cave's corridors are an oval profile, and it has the character of a continuously underground canyon with high walls.

Due to its rough terrain and the high risk to people inside, the cave is rarely entered and is in a good state.

[5] The Patriarchate of Peja, the historical and spiritual seat of the Serbian Orthodox Church, is located at the entrance of the canyon.