Mountains in cbr titles. Palace of Celebrations and the Green Theatre. The sights of Kabardino-Balkaria include places with a rich history

The highest peak in Europe main ridge Kavakaza, mysterious gorges, the transparency of the waters of mountain rivers, flowery plains, snowy peaks - all these are the most beautiful places in Kabardino-Balkaria. Traveling to this bewitching land is a rich choice of sights, interesting excursion tours. Photos and videos taken in these places will leave this breathtaking trip in memory for a long time.

In this region, you can admire the mysterious Baksan and Chegem gorges, enjoy the strength and beauty of the Djily-Su tract, marvel at the scale of the towers in the village of Kunnyum and visit many other equally interesting places.

Mountain Elbrus

This true pride local region, capricious, recalcitrant and so majestic - the queen among the mountain Caucasian peaks. Its name is translated as "eternal mountain", some call it "mountain of happiness".

The height of Elbrus is more than 5000 meters above sea level, they tried to climb to its top for many years, and only at the beginning of 1829, a group of climbers led by military leader G. A. Emmanuel climbed to the very peak. The mountain is shrouded in snow, above a large number of glaciers that do not melt even in summer.

A large number of climbers come to this place every day, dreaming of conquering the summit. For those who do not want to climb the peak on their own, a cable car.

Mount Cheget

One of the highest mountains in the Caucasus, its height is about 3700 meters. From the mountain you can admire the view of the highest peak in Europe - Elbrus. Another feature of Mount Cheget is the second line of the cable car, which passes through an area where snow lies throughout the year.

In total, there are 3 stages of the cableway. The first one is one of the most popular among tourists, its height is 1500-1600 meters. The second one starts from a height of 2700 meters. The third one starts from a height of 3100 meters, but the subscription does not apply to it and you can get there only for separate fee. The best period for skiing on Cheget is from late November to mid-May, at other times of the year there is a danger of avalanches.

Chegem waterfalls

The real pearl of the Chegem Gorge are Chegem waterfalls. Streams of water fall from a height of 55 meters, falling off the cliff and flowing out of numerous crevices. A powerful stream of water falls down, and a rainbow appears in a cloud of flying drops. If you look closely at the rocks, you can see unusual images, all this was done by water over many years.

Chegem waterfalls are very beautiful and spectacular not only in summer, but also in winter: a large number of icicles hang from above, impressive sizes rise from below ice blocks covering the entire rock.

Waterfall Maiden's Braids

On the rocks of Baranyi foreheads not far from the southern slopes of Terskol peak is the most powerful waterfall Kabardino-Balkaria Maiden braids. It got its name not by chance - streams of water flowing down small gutters are very reminiscent of the hair of a mountain girl.

Here, water flows in a stormy stream from the melting Gara-Bashi glacier, the height of the Maiden's Spit is 25 meters, the width at the lowest part is about 14-15 meters. Up close, the waterfall seems huge and very noisy.

In this place in 1967 they filmed one of the scenes of the movie "Vertical" with Vladimir Vysotsky in the title role.

Waterfalls Gedmishkh

In the Zolsky district of Kabardino-Balkaria, 11 kilometers from the village of Khabaz, there is a beautiful cascade of Gedmishkh waterfalls.

Waterfalls fall from a cliff more than 55 meters high, it seems that rocks and trees hang overhead like a huge umbrella, along the edges of which water flows. The waterfall is especially beautiful in clear weather, it is filled with sunlight and reflections of colorful greenery, and many rainbows appear in the spray cloud.

A feature of Gedmishkh is that the water in this place is clean and drinkable, since its sources are the purest springs. Scientists are still studying them, trying to identify the healing properties of this water.

Blue Lakes (Chirik-Kel)

The lakes are a network of 5 karst reservoirs, one of which is considered the world's second deepest karst source and is a water-bearing karst mine with sheer walls. On the surface, the length of the Blue Lake reaches 230 meters, the width is 125 meters, while its depth is not exactly known. The maximum depth of the shaft is 258 meters, in the extended upper part the water depth varies from 0 to 35 meters.

Blue Pond - mysterious place that holds many secrets. One of the main questions is where the lake, located 800 meters above sea level, is replenished from. Neither streams nor rivers flow into it, but at the same time a river flows out with a daily volume of more than 70,000 cubic meters of water. Scientists suggest that underground springs are located in this place.

Lake Donguz Orun-Kel

It is located surrounded by two peaks - Nakra-tau and Donguz-orun-towers, the height of which is 4228 meters and 4450 meters, respectively. Orun-Kel is located at an altitude of just over 3000 meters. Translated Donguz Orun-Kel means "next to the pig pen."

A feature of Lake Donguz is its unusually beautiful color, which it received thanks to glaciers: along with melting water, minerals from mountain deposits enter the reservoir, which colored amazing lake in 3 colors.

The lake is flowing, on the one hand the Donguzorun river and the Medvezhiy stream flow into it, and the Donguz-Orun Baksan river flows out.

Lake Syltran-kel

Considered one of the most delightful alpine lakes in Caucasian region. It is located at an altitude of about 3000 meters between the mountain peaks of Mukal and Syltran, its area is more than 9 hectares. It is located in a deep pit of a rock-scree circus. Translated from the Turkic name Syltran-kel sounds like " beautiful lake».

This place has a kind of severe charm due to the rocky shores of Syltran-kel, the proximity of snow-capped peaks, bright plants in rocky crevices and the remnants of icebergs floating in the reservoir in the summer.

Valley of Narzanov

Not far from the village of Baidevo is the famous Narzanov Valley. This is the only convenient and affordable source of narzan for tourists. The glade has an area of ​​about 3 square kilometers and is equipped for the convenience of visitors.

In a meadow surrounded by pine grove from under the ground beat a few mineral springs Narzan, painting everything around in a bright orange color - the water here is rich in calcium, iron, sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Since ancient times, Narzan has been famous for its extraordinary water. healing power. According to legend, the water from this source strengthened the strength of warriors, healed mortal wounds and raised the hopelessly ill to their feet. The healing liquid should be drunk only from the source, since when narzan is put into a container, a “rusty” sediment appears after a short time.

Baksan Gorge

The most famous gorge of the Central Caucasus. The Baksan Gorge takes its beginning near two ridges (Pasture and Rocky), in an area with sparse forests that lead to the foot of Elbrus.

The ridges stretch through the villages of Zhankhoteko and Lakshuty. On one side of the gorge, limestone sheer walls of yellowish color are visible, on the other - a cliff to the Baksan River.

The Baksan gorge is quite wide, it begins to narrow only behind the village. Outside the city of Tyrnauz, the gorge is covered with a picturesque pine forest, which stretches to the Azau glade, located at an altitude of 2300 meters. At this point, the gorge road ends at the village of Terskol and the route to Elbrus and other Caucasus Mountains begins.

Cherek Gorge

Very beautiful place which has gained great popularity among tourists. In the gorge are Blue Lakes and ancient historical monuments Balkar people. According to legend, it is the original place of settlement of the local people - the Balkars.

The main sights of the gorge are Kurnoyat Castle, Andemirkan Mound, Zylgi Fortress, City of dead, Tower of Amirkhan, Hot lake, small waterfalls. A stormy river Cherek flows along the bottom of the canyon. The most interesting section is the place where the old road to Upper Balkaria passes.

The walls of the Cherek gorge are almost vertical, their height reaches 500 meters. They are vertical, and at some points converge up to a distance of 30 meters. The majestic canyon of the gorge - Gorge, so deep that it rarely gets here sunlight.

Chegem Gorge

Gorge of the Chegem River, which divides the Kabardino-Balkarian mountain zone into northern and southern parts. Over the waters meandering and deep river cliffs rise, as if artificially decorated with the greenery of trees and shrubs. Noisy fall down from the rocks, beautiful waterfalls. All this creates a unique flavor of the Chegem Gorge.

The narrowest point of the gorge is the Chegem gorge, in which the main part of the waterfalls is concentrated. There is a 17th-century watchtower up the gorge, and next to the bridge lies a “stone of shame”, according to legend, criminals were tied to it.

Walking along the Dzhilgi-su river, you can see the ruined ancient Greek sanctuaries carved into the rocks. Also in this beautiful place there are lakes with crystal clean water and mineral springs.

Adyr-Su Gorge

A picturesque place located on the territory national park"Prielbrusye". At the beginning of the gorge, you can admire the bewitching waterfall, which is formed by the turbulent waters of the Adyr-Su River. Here are many mountain peaks(Dzhailik, Sullukol, Tyutyu-bashi, Kayarta, Sakashil, Killar and others), on which routes of various categories of complexity have been laid.

In Adyr-Su, a reserved regime is observed, there are few casual visitors and tourists. Tours live in these places, bears live in the berry fields and in the thickets of the undergrowth. Among the talus and rocky walls live mountain turkeys - snowcocks. However, this bird is rarely seen, but often in the silence of the mountains you can hear its melodic singing.

The lowlands of the gorge are covered with forests, but with height they thin out, give way to alpine meadows, and behind them - snowy peaks, impregnable rocks, glaciers.

Dzhil-Su tract

This is a place where you can admire waterfalls, mountain ranges, turbulent rivers with crystal clear water, alpine meadows and mineral springs.

The mineral springs of the tract were formed in layers of solidified volcanic magma and are located at a peak of 2350 kilometers above sea level. Scientists have found that the substances contained in mineral water can treat many diseases, including cancer.

Also in this area is big river Malka, along which pastures are spread. In the Jil-Su tract, you can admire the Sultan waterfall, the height of which is more than 35 meters.

National Park "Prielbrusye"

The national park is located in Central Caucasus and includes part of the Lateral and Main Caucasian Ranges. Within the "Elbrus region" there are several forms of relief: medium-altitude mountainous, high-mountain-glacial, lacustrine-hollow and lava flows.

The beautiful nature of the park attracts many tourists. Here you can enjoy the view of the majestic Mount Elbrus, the picturesque gorges of the North Caucasus, snow-capped mountain peaks.

There are also many places to visit in the park. wonderful places, for example, the Narzans' Glade, the upper reaches of the Malka River, the Dzhil-Su tract, and numerous lakes. One of the most interesting is Syltran-Kel, located at the head of the Syltran River.

The rivers of the national park are famous for their extraordinary beauty with waterfalls. These are Sultan, Maiden braids and others. Monuments of archeology, history and ethnography are represented in this place by the remains of household and residential buildings, burials.

Archaeological and tourist complex "Upper Balkaria"

The final point of the popular excursion route through Aushiger and Blue lakes. The complex is located in the village Upper Balkaria, in the south-east of the Cherek region.

The territory of the archaeological and tourist complex is rich in various sights. Here you can admire the objects cultural heritage indigenous people of the late Middle Ages: watch and battle towers, feudal residences, underground and above ground mausoleums - crypts-tombs, fortifications of Malkar-kala, Zylgy-kala, Bolat-kala, Karcha-kala, Kurnayat-bashi castle, ruins of ancient Balkar villages.

Domestic tourism began to develop much better, and in recent years Kabardino-Balkarian Republic is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination for thousands of tourists. People are attracted not only by clean Mountain air and stunning nature, but also a kind of exotic in the form of flocks, people in traditional costumes, as well as the rich history of this territory.

Historical reference

The territory of Kabardino-Balkaria was inhabited in ancient times, which is confirmed by manuscripts made before our era. A variety of peoples inhabited these places, then migrated and made room for new ones. Therefore, finally ethnic composition was formed only in the Middle Ages. But only in the nineteenth century, Kabardino-Balkaria became part of the Russian state. The KBR acquired its name and borders, which have remained valid to our time, closer to the twenties.

The development of the republic began with the founding of a city called Nalchik which is now its capital. Despite the fact that the first settlements appeared here already in the eighteenth century, Nalchik did not get the status of a city, mainly because it was a lonely fortress. But after the active construction and improvement of infrastructure, in 1921 once a small village got proud status of the capital of Kabardino- Balkar Republic .

Overcoming many difficulties, for example, the devastation brought by the war and stagnation in public life in the post-war years, Nalchik continued to exist, more than once recovering almost from the ashes.

As soon as life went back to normal, it was announced collapse of the USSR, and the inhabitants of the KBR had to start all over again. However, many tourists, thinking about the opportunity to visit this amazing place, are afraid of its relatively close location from the territories that are commonly called "hot spots". Therefore, it should be noted that in this sense the republic is quite prosperous, and there is nothing to fear.

Kabardino-Balkaria in the modern world

Kabardino-Balkaria is currently a very important subject, because there are many forest and recreational resources. Not only the infrastructure began its active development, but also the agriculture of the republic is being improved every year. It is worth noting that in the last few years there has been an accelerated formation of the service sector. Despite all the modern implementations, the KBR manages to maintain its way of life, identity and culture.

The most interesting attraction is the highest mountain not only in Russia, but throughout Europe, the name of which is known to everyone -. There are also "five-thousanders", as they are commonly called. It is for this reason that Kabardino-Balkaria is a favorite place for climbers. In total, there are a little less than ten mountains in the republic that attract the attention of tourists:

• Mount Dykhtau;
• Mount Koshtantau;
• Mount Shkhara;
• Mount Mizhirgi;
• Mount Dzhangitau.

Unfortunately, in recent years there has been a noticeable outflow of the indigenous population. Eight hundred and fifty thousand people live in Nalchik, of which half are visitors. This means that over time most of What is valuable in the CBD at the moment, including culture and its identity, can be suppressed by new trends and improvements, as well as the active development of the service and tourism sectors.

Attractions in Kabardino-Balkar Republic

The nature of Kabardino-Balkaria is beautiful. Blue Lakes - the main and most visited tourist attraction natural origin , which is located near the capital of the republic. Local legend says that travelers who unexpectedly came across these lakes for a long time could not agree on what to call them. The point is that in sunny weather their color can change up to fifteen times a day: the water becomes emerald, green and blue. As a result, the lakes still decided to call blue.

There are five reservoirs in total, and they are divided into two groups: upper and lower. The bottom is called Tserik-Kilem, and, accordingly, the top four: among which the most visited are Western and Eastern, they are also Dry and Secret.

But for scientists, the first lake is of greatest interest, which has a characteristic feature: it is not connected to any other reservoir, river or even the smallest stream, however, the water level always stays at the same mark, despite the fact that about seventy million liters are consumed annually from it. In addition, the depth of Tserik-Kilem is still unknown. Many believe that it reaches about four hundred meters, but some researchers disagree, convincing their colleagues that you can safely add another hundred to this number.

Lovers of adventure and ancient legends will also find lakes atmospheric place. The fact is that there is an interesting legend that speaks of a strong, almost invincible hero who lived in this area. One day the settlement was attacked by a dragon, after being killed by the brave Bataraz. At the site of its fall, where the upper lake is now located, a huge pit was formed, immediately filled with water. There are rumors among the locals that the body of the monster still lies at the bottom of the reservoir.

Rest on the territory of the lakes makes it possible to fully imbue with all the charm of nature, to see all the greatness and beauty of the mountains. Not far from them there are also many sanatoriums and hotels where you can stay and enjoy the creations of nature for an unlimited amount of time.

Cool city

Cool city is full of a variety of attractions and places where you can have fun and spend your time not only with pleasure, but also with benefit.

First of all, in Prokhladny you will meet a church or a cathedral at almost every step. List of the most famous charitable establishments located on the territory of this city is as follows:

• St. Nicholas Cathedral with a beautiful bell tower and a baptismal church on its territory.
• Holy Intercession Church, the construction of which is about to come to an end.
• Chapel erected in honor of the icon Mother of God Joy to all who mourn. The building is located on the territory of the Kholodnensky cemetery.

You can expand your horizons by visiting historical museum, which will tell a lot of interesting things about the fate of the peoples who previously lived in this area. Here you can find exhibits that describe all aspects of the life of the Cossacks, their way of life, unique culture and worldview. The largest number of rave reviews is traditionally collected by the composition of the interior of an ordinary Cossack house in the middle of the nineteenth century.

Residents of Prokhladny treat everything related to the Great Patriotic War with incredible trepidation, which is why, walking around the city, you can see about a dozen different memorials and memorial complexes dedicated to the tragic events of the forties, as well as to the memory of fallen soldiers:

Also in the city you can find monuments dedicated to the memory of the victims of other tragedies. For example, in the same square where the above-described memorial complex is located, you can see a monument reporting almost all the victims that Prokhladny suffered in the Afghan war.

Wellness vacation

Aushiger settlement famous not only for its magnificent landscapes, but also hot springs, which attract a huge number of tourists every year.

Springs are located near the city called Nalchik. Due to the miraculous effect that bathing in the springs produces, as well as their close location from the city limits, every year there are more and more guests. It should be noted that for a long time there were no hotels or sanatoriums in this territory, although this did not stop those wishing to visit the creation of nature. Now the area is well developed, which allows you to enjoy your vacation without worrying about such things as looking for accommodation nearby.

According to experts, as well as people who come to this place on vacation every year, it is noted that water has the following effects on the body:

• treats skin diseases;
• improves the functioning of the circulatory and nervous systems;
• improves the functioning of the joints and heals the connective tissues.

Also, complete with wellness bathing, you can purchase a very interesting excursion to waterfall " girlish tears» and also see the famous Dzhaboev's castle. It would be a great idea to spend your time in horse riding along the gorges and rocks, marveling at all the amazing beauties of the nature of the Caucasus.

A place where you can feel comfortable at any time of the year

Sanatorium "Leningrad"" - not easy a nice place where you can improve your health. The fact is that no matter what time of the year you come here - the weather will be beautiful. Spring in Nalchik, where the sanatorium is located, pleases with warm sunshine, summer is never too hot, autumn is not too rainy, and severe frosts practically not observed in winter. Unlike other places in the Russian state, there are no sharp temperature fluctuations on the territory of Leningrad, which can have a negative impact on human health.

Very beautiful, which is why many tourists come here. The republic itself is very rich in lakes, there are deciduous and pine forests, special sights that are recommended to see, most of them are located near the mountains.

Elbrus

Considered the most high mountain in Europe and is an extinct volcano. The mountain has two peaks, one is in the east, the other in the west, at an altitude of more than 5000 m or more. There is snow on the mountains, even if it's hot. Every year many tourists come to Elbrus to climb it. It should be noted that a cable car was made here, and you can find a hotel or restaurants nearby. Experienced tourists say that there are healing springs nearby.

The word "Elbrus" is translated from Zendi - this is such a people who once ruled Iran - as "high mountain".

The weather in the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria in the Elbrus region is as follows: cool in summer, usually humid. At an altitude of 2000 m, the maximum temperature in summer is + 35. Than more height, the lower the temperature, at 3000 m it becomes 10 degrees less. Somewhere in the beginning of September, the autumn period begins, on the peaks of about 3000 m, autumn comes in October. The higher, the thicker the snow cover, and it can reach 50 meters. And in early May, spring comes. At an altitude of more than 5000 m, the snow will not melt at all, even if the air and temperature are favorable for this.

This waterfall is located in the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria and is a place worth seeing. If you find the mountain peak Terskol, then on the slope you will just see this waterfall.

If you look at the jets of water that flow down, it seems as if this girl spread her hair. The height of the waterfall is 30 m. Judging by the lower part, its width is about 15 m.

At the top there is a glacier called Gara-Bashi, it is melting, a waterfall flows from it. It is very beautiful, there are amazing and picturesque views, and if you come here in the warm season, you can cool off.

Kumkugenkaya

It belongs to the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria and is located in the Chegem volcanic region, with a height of more than 3000 m. As you can see for yourself, there are interesting figures on the plateau itself. The main peak is Kutyube. On the plateau you can find a lake.

Just to look at these figures, many tourists come here. Some figures resemble people, some - animals and camels. Tourists laugh because there are figures resembling movie and cartoon characters.

Rest

In Kabardino-Balkaria, holidays in the mountains can be very exciting. To do this, you can arrange an excursion, go to the Blue Lakes or go to ski resort in the Elbrus region.

If you go to the village of Terskol, it is best to relax here from November to April. ski slopes can be found near Elbrus and Mount Cheget. There are three tracks on Elbrus, even a beginner can ride here.

On Cheget they are a little more difficult, and the slopes there are more dangerous. If you want to snowboard, then the slopes of the mountain are the best, as they have the most snow.

Near the Cherek-Balkarsky river you can find as many as 5, they are located at an altitude of 800 m above sea level. The depth exceeds more than 300 m. This lake is very clear water, so a dive center was specially built on the shore. Here you can find locker rooms, a room for preparing equipment, storage, a compressor room, and camp sites.

mother mountain

In addition to the above names of the mountains, Kabardino-Balkaria is also famous for others, among them we can recall Dykhtau, Koshtantau, Ulu-Tau. It is worth noting that the latter is called Mother Mountain in Kabardino-Balkaria.

Shamans come here in search of solitude, and there are rumors that the mountain cures infertility. An interesting fact is that all the women who visited the mountain with a request to be cured of this disease became pregnant.

In the Caucasus, such legends have been passed down for many years. But the mountain will not fulfill all sorts of trifles, only the main and cherished.

The mountain is very majestic, the primordial beauty is visible there. People who have come here say that this place gives the impression of a real temple.

Tourists should remember that Mount Ulutau in Kabardino-Balkaria requires special treatment when climbing it!

• You need to give up meat, do not eat it. The benefits of civilization are also prohibited.

• There is a special house where all the guests of the mountain come, and you will not find electricity there, in order to warm water or food, they make a fire.
• Next, meditation is performed, it is similar to prayer.
• You need to take a piece of cloth, write a wish on it in order to formulate your dream, after which it is tied to a tree, which is located near the mountain.

Scientists can in no way explain what is happening here, there is a hypothesis that the mountain is like an antenna that provides communication with higher powers. The mountain shows favor to women, but also fulfills the desires of men.

Mother Mountain in Kabardino-Balkaria is located in national reserve Elbrus. Near it there is a base for tourists and climbers.

If you are heading there, go from Minvod to Nalchik and Kislovodsk. It is better to go by train, or go by plane.

If you are in Mineralnye Vody or already nearby cities, then you can find an offer for excursions. It is worth noting that it can be expensive, because there is a border zone nearby, you will need a sightseeing visa. In connection with this fact, it is best to contact a travel agency.

You will drive about 50 kilometers to Elbrus, then you will see a waterfall and a gorge, from here you need to go on a lift with a car, there is a road in the forest, you will drive about 12 km to the camp. Then you will find the climbers' camp. You should know that after this camp you will have to walk to Ullu-Tau Mountain in Kabardino-Balkaria.

Remember that if you are traveling in your own transport, then you need to order a special pass for the car in advance, otherwise you will not be allowed into the border zone.

But on the way you can meet people who sell all sorts of things made of wool and the like. Border guards walk around the territory - they can check the passport.

When asked in Kabardino-Balkaria how to get to Mother Mountain - Ulu-Tau, it is better to do as experienced tourists. They do this: they take a ticket to Nalchik, get there either by plane, or by train, or in some other way. From Nalchik they go to the village of Upper Boxom. The transport stop is called the Adyr-su gorge. And then get out, go up on the lift, go on foot to the camp. Then you place yourself and ask there how to go hiking to the mountain. Near Ullu-Tau you will find at the foot of the tree of desires, a stone where people also leave their notes.

sacred mountain

Mount Ulu-Tau in Kabardino-Balkaria is considered sacred, refers to places of power. There are a lot of such places in the Caucasus, there really is a powerful energy here, which people have noted more than once. Near the mountain, a shaman's ritual is performed with the help of tambourines. All energy centers open, information about the future and answers to questions are received. Not far from the mountain is the Silver Key, it is healing, because there is a lot of silver there. Therefore, water can cure many diseases. You can take it with you in a bottle and bring it home.

In the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria, photos are always wonderful, because there are amazing places here. It is recommended to take photo and video equipment, you can go to a village called Eltyubyu. This place is considered anomalous, because something incomprehensible is going on there over time. The clock starts to lag or does not go. If you leave milk or meat even in summer, nothing will happen to them.

Dykhtau

Translated as " steep mountain". It is considered the second highest mountain after Elbrus. There are two high peaks, more than 5000 m. Pushkin Peak can also be distinguished. There are more than 10 routes laid by climbers. The Bezengi climbers' camp is also located there.

Dyrhau is also sometimes called the "Jagged Mountain". Compared to Elbrus, the mountain does not look too huge. However, compared to others, she is quite formidable. Its slopes are covered with snow that does not melt, and there are also hanging glaciers. The path to the top is very difficult.

A funny fact is that this place is also sometimes called the presidium in the Caucasus, since it was here that all the most high mountains- five-thousanders, only there is no Kazbek and Elbrus.

Koshtantau

The name comes from the word "Kosh", which means "dwelling" or "parking". And if you look at the mountain from afar, it becomes clear that it is very much like a tent. Koshtantau - hard-to-reach mountain, is quite tall. The approximate height of the mountain is more than 5000 meters. It is popular among climbers, despite the danger and the possibility of dying while climbing it. Clouds seem to float near its majestic peaks, and at dawn the sun paints the mountain in amazing colors.

Shkhara

This word means "striped". Shkhara is the highest point in the main Caucasian ridge. Also is nai highest point in Georgia. Main peak Shkhara reaches more than 5000 km. Near the southern slope you can find a village called Ushguli. UNESCO has included it in its World Heritage List.

To get to the village, you should go from Nalchik and get to the village of Bezengi. Next, you need to drive 15 km along the road, but it is recommended to take an off-road vehicle, since the road is unpaved. Not far from the climbers' camp you will see a bridge that leads across the Cherek River. It is from there that you can see a piece of the above wall. By the way, the camp has electricity, you can go to the dining room, take a shower, live in tents or in a house, and there is also a cellular connection.

Most often, climbers spend the night and rest here before the next conquest of one of the slopes of Shkhara.

Donguzorun, Nakratau

If you want to know which mountains in Kabardino-Balkaria can still surprise a tourist, then read about these. Have you ever been on an excursion to Elbrus or traveled from Mineralnye Vody? Surely we ended up on the cable car and drove up Mount Cheget. In addition to Elbrus, you were most likely shown Donguzorun. It has a height of more than 4000 m, there is also a glacier, it is called "Seven" - because of the contour. There is also a lake there.

Actually, by the name of the lake, the mountain became known. Once upon a time, Svans lived in these places, they raised pigs. Therefore, the name of the lake denotes the place where these animals were bred.

Nakratau - the Svens called it "Non-sharp Mountain". Its height is 4269 m. It looks very beautiful, especially in summer, although its snowy peaks never melt.

Gertybashi, Almalykaya, Mother-in-law's teeth, Kogutai

The first mountain, 4246 m high, is located in the Bezengi region, hiding behind the shadow of Koshtantau.

The second is very beautiful, located in the Rocky Range. Located in the Baksan valley. If you translate its name, then the translation will be "Apple Rock".

The third is also located in the Rocky Range. Nearby is a village called Bylym. If you look at the peak from the south, its name becomes clear.

The peaks of Kogutai are the most recognizable in the Elbrus region. Naturally, except for Elbrus. They form two triangles, and below is a glacier, as if in the form of a tongue. This picture can be seen near Cheget, or on the road to Elbrus.

Bashiltau, Sugantau, Salynantau

The first mountain is located on the border of Georgia and Kabardino-Balkaria. She has a very beautiful shape: in the form of a pyramid. On the slopes, a glacier called Bashir originates, it is its waters that form the source of the Chegem River.

The height of the second is 4487 m. As you know, there is a side ridge nearby, there is a separate area. So, this mountain is the highest point of this site. Very often the ridge is called the Sugan Alps.

The third is located near the region of Chegem and Bezengi, its passes are difficult to pass, on some of them there is a border between our country and Georgia.

To get to Kabardino-Balkaria, you must first come to the city of Nalchik. You can fly by plane, you can also get there by train.

If you are driving your own car or with friends, then you will need the M4 highway. It goes along the route from Moscow, passes through the city of Rostov-on-Don, through Mineral water, through Baksan, then through Tyrnyauz, and then you have to go to Terskol.

You can stay for the night in various sanatoriums, in tourist campsites, recreation centers, bases of climbers and so on.

Many people think that it is possible to take tents with you, but you should keep in mind that if you plan to climb a mountain, then take a special insulated tent.

There is a base called Ullu-Tau, it is located near the mountain of the same name. Even beginners can come here, because there are instructors who will teach you the basics of mountaineering.

There is also a base called Shkhelda, which can be found on the corresponding river, right on the left bank, where the Adyl-su and Shkhelda rivers merge.

And very often rent housing in the private sector. Tourists are advised to go to the market, where they sell various items, you can buy a horseshoe as a souvenir.

It is advisable to go to the Blue Lakes. Most often, freeride competitions are held here. The competition attracts enough attention from athletes, and many tourists also come to watch them.

The sights of Kabardino-Balkaria are mostly associated with mountains.

This is not surprising, because they occupy 1/3 of the entire territory of the republic.

The most famous and highest is Mount Elbrus, it can be seen in many photos in tourist booklets. How many brave explorers and travelers tried to conquer it, and not all of them succeeded.

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Kabardino-Balkaria on the map of Russia

In the south of Russia, far from the sea coast, there is a small mountainous region. The Republic of Kabardino-Balkaria is a subject of Russia and part of the North Caucasian Federal District. Its capital is the city of Nalchik.

The Republic is not very large area- about 12.5 thousand square kilometers.

The remoteness from the sea coast explains the not so numerous flow of tourists as in other southern edges our country. But, nevertheless, there is something to see here.

Sea surf is successfully replaced mountain scenery, impregnable gorges and archaeological values. A description of the most famous sights of Kabardino-Balkaria is given in this article.

Mountain Elbrus

It can be singled out as a separate attraction known to many in the world - this is Elbrus. It is located on the border of two republics - Karachay-Cherkessia and Kabardino-Balkaria, and is the highest mountain in Europe and Russia. There used to be a volcano here, the last eruption of which was more than 2 thousand years ago.

Elbrus is on the list the highest peaks Planet "Seven Peaks"

The summit is one of the coldest places on earth, compared to Antarctica. In addition, the lowest pressure indicators are recorded here. Interestingly, the mountain has as many as 2 peaks, which are located at a distance of as much as 3 kilometers from each other.

Since then, hundreds of climbers and just amateurs have come to conquer this mountain. Now this is not a big problem - many routes have been developed that allow everyone from 14 to 70 years old to safely overcome the mountain slopes, under the guidance of experienced guides.

At the foot of the mountain is the village of Polyana Azau, which is the main place for the sports life of Kabardino-Balkaria. Most climbers and amateurs who plan to climb this mountain stop here. Unlike other attractions of the mountainous republic, the infrastructure is developed here - there are many hotels, restaurants, clubs and saunas.

Note: not far from Polyana itself there is a waterfall with the same name.

In the Elbrus region there is also the famous Cheget mountain, on which the cable car is laid. It is considered one of the most difficult skiing in Europe, however, it is very popular.

Kabardino-Balkaria – Famous Attractions

A distinctive feature of the mountainous area is the almost mandatory presence of waterfalls. And there are several of them in Kabardino-Balkaria.

The most famous of them:

Its feature is the purest water, which is drinkable and originates in local springs.

Cultural entertainment in Kabardino-Balkaria

For those who are tired of climbing mountains and crossing rivers and gorges, there is an opportunity to relax, enjoying the silence of parks and visiting cultural institutions republics:

• One of these places is the State United Museum of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, which belongs to the historical and local history. It was founded back in 1921 and has collected exhibits and objects in its halls that can tell about the peoples living in this territory, their culture and history;
• In addition, visitors will be interested in the Balkarian State Drama Theater. K. Kuliyev, which was opened in 1937, and the Kabardino-Balkarian Museum Fine Arts located in the city center;
• Separately, we can single out the Museum of the Defense of Elbrus, which is located at an altitude of 3500 meters above sea level and is the highest mountain in the world. Its expositions are dedicated to the Great patriotic war, one of the fronts of which was located on these mountain peaks;
• You can relax in the shade of trees in the Walnut Grove Square and in central park Nalchik, where a cable car is stretched over trees and lakes.

Take into account: You can take a leisurely walk along the new Nalchik Arbat - this is a pedestrian section of Kabardinskaya Street in Nalchik, 500 meters long. The title is, of course, arbitrary. This area was restored and opened only in 2016.

• A special place is occupied by the Museum of Alpinism. V.S. Vysotsky. It was opened in 1997 in the town of Tegenekli and is dedicated to mountaineering and hunting. After all, it was in these mountains that the famous film "Vertical" was filmed, in which the great actor played. Years later, he came here again to his friend, whom he met during the filming - Khusein Zalikhanov. He became the founder of this museum;
• An interesting place to visit is the international astronomical observatory - Cheget Observatory, which is located on Terskol Peak. As well as the Panorama Gallery, which presents pictures of local landscapes. Many of them are made in hard-to-reach places or from a bird's eye view;
• Well, you can plunge into the real color of the republic by visiting the local Central Market, which the locals call "Green".

historical values

The sights of Kabardino-Balkaria include places with a rich history:

▪ Watchtowers of Upper Balkaria.

Upper Balkaria is a place where modern villages and dilapidated ruins of old auls coexist. A number of monuments of nature and architecture united in a small area into an archaeological and tourist complex under the same name "Upper Balkaria".

Some of the very interesting, from a historical point of view, are Watchtowers Upper Balkaria. The towers are square-shaped structures with several floors, which rose to a height of up to 17 meters. The thickness of the stone walls at the base reached 2 meters. They were intended to save from attacks by enemies and in case of other dangers. Provisions were stored on the first floors. And on the top - people lived. In quiet times, the family lived next to the tower in houses. Such buildings were family, and they began to build even before the XVI century. The tower of the Abaev princes, the ancestors of the locals, is best preserved. The last inhabitants lived in it until the end of the 19th century;

▪ El-Tubyu burial grounds in the Chegem Gorge.

This monument of the past centuries attracts the attention of many tourists. The area is called El-Tubyu, which literally translates as "a village at the bottom of the valley." The first settlements appeared here about 15 thousand years ago. At first, the buildings were wooden, then stone towers were erected to protect against enemies. Mountain landscape around it did not give the opportunity to bury the dead in the ground, so soon a whole necropolis grew up near the village.

Those buildings dead city that have survived to this day belong to the X-XVII centuries. There are only 8 of them. Some are more like ruins, while others are in good condition for their age. They are built of large blocks of stone, which are well hewn and plastered.

The Balkars try to bypass the necropolis, fearing to disturb or anger their ancestors.

Landmarks of mountain landscapes

The mountainous terrain can hardly do without the gorges that cut through the entire terrain of Kabardino-Balkaria.

One of the most famous is the Cherek Gorge. It is a stone canyon. At its bottom flows a mountain river, which gave its name to these places.

The height of the sheer cliffs is more than 500 meters, and the minimum distance between the two sides is 30. The height and narrowness of the canyon explains why almost no sunlight reaches its bottom. Entrance here is possible only through the village of Babugent.

This place is famous not only for landscapes and breathtaking heights, but also for local lakes and ancient monuments. For example, the famous Blue Lakes.

They are karst, and the presence of hydrogen sulfide in the water gives them a blue color.

It is worth noting: Lake Chirik-Kol stands out especially, which translates as “Rotten Lake”. The name is explained by the fact that, starting from a depth of 25 meters, the waters are poisoned with hydrogen sulfide compounds.

The exact depth of the reservoir is not known, but it is believed that it is 279 meters. According to this indicator, in Russia it belongs to the second place after Baikal. According to an old legend, the reservoir was formed after the fall of a dragon, which was killed by a local hero.

Unusual is Lake Donguz Orun-Kel, which is located on the border of Russia and Georgia. It is located on two peaks at once, surrounded by steep mountain slopes and rocks.

The source here is the melting glaciers around. They often fall into the reservoir along with the rocks, which is why the waters turn into unusual colors due to the content of various trace elements in them. Donguz Orun-Kol is better to admire from afar, because the coast is muddy and swampy.

The most famous gorge in these places is the Baksan gorge. Compared to Chereksky, it is quite wide.

Part of the sheer cliffs are light yellow, the other is very dark, and all because of the different composition of the rock. The beautiful Adyr-Su gorge remains popular for climbers.

healing springs

The terrain of Kabardino-Balkaria is conducive not only to entertainment and admiring the scenery, but also to the restoration of shaky health. Ancient volcanic origin these rocks provides the presence of mineral springs that help in the treatment of many diseases.

One of these are the sources of Jily-Su, which means " warm water". This is a health resort, which is located right at the base of Mount Elbrus, at an altitude of about 2300 meters above sea level.

Healing water helps to get rid of many diseases, for example, diseases gastrointestinal tract, obesity and diabetes, cardiovascular system, musculoskeletal system. The only inconvenience lies in the difficulties associated with travel to this place, as well as the lack of "civilized" recreational conditions. We'll have to stock up on an SUV and tents.

If it is not possible to search for the source of Djily-Su, there are more accessible and comfortable places. This is Polyana Narzanov. It is located near the village of Baidaevo and covers an area of ​​about 3 square kilometers with equipped parking lots, gazebos and a cafeteria.