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Georgia is that corner of the earth where all natural areas. It has its own deserts, steppes and impenetrable forests, subtropics and the alpine zone, mountains and swamps. Part of this beauty is concentrated in Adjara, which is rightfully one of the scenic regions Georgia. For eco-hiking and travel, this is one of the most ideal places.

Lake in the mountains

The green lake, the beauty of which is legendary, is located in the north of the Arsian Range. Not far from the Goderzi pass at an altitude of 2133m above sea level. Located nearby balneological resort Beshumi, where even the air heals many diseases and fills the body with vital energy.

On all sides the lake is bordered by coniferous and deciduous forests. It is fed by underground springs, so the water is not only transparent, but also quite drinkable. Moreover, the lake water is mineral, because the springs that fill it are rich in elements of the periodic table. But tourists drink water from a spring that flows next to the lake.

You can take great panoramic photos, landscapes and selfies on the lake. At the end of August, blackberries are found, this is one of the most popular berries in the mountains of southern Georgia.

There are also small reservoirs near the Green Lake, but it is the most picturesque of them. It cannot be confused with others. The bottom of the lake is uneven, so the color of the surface is uneven due to depth differences.

Unlike other natural reservoirs, even a hint of silt is completely absent at the bottom of the lake - this is another evidence of the purity of the water.

There are no fish in the Green Lake, so carrying fishing rods with you in order to go fishing on the Green Lake is a waste of time. The fishing rod will come in handy if you plan to continue the journey and stop at other water bodies found in Georgia.

The lake got its name because of the rich turquoise color. But its uniqueness lies not only in color. Green Lake is located in the alpine zone, where the temperature is constantly below zero in winter. In the mountains, it is cool in summer, and especially frosty in winter. But what would low temperature It may not be, and in the mountains it often stays in the region of -10 -20, Green Lake does not freeze. It is difficult to explain this feature, since the water is standing still, and there are neither hot nor warm springs that feed the lake. Moreover, the water on the lake is always cold, even warmed by the summer sun, it is quite cool.

The mountains of the South Caucasus have volcanic origin, so the bottom of the Green Lake is strewn with tuff, basalt and other stones that are formed during the eruption. Now in Adjara does not exist active volcanoes, and the echoes of prehistoric natural disasters are visible at the bottom of the reservoir. The stones in the lake are not covered with underwater slime-forming algae.

The landscape around the lake is especially charming in golden autumn, when the trees surrounding the reservoir acquire warm autumn colors, yellow, orange, crimson, red, etc.

How to get to Green Lake

The path to the Green Lake itself can become a separate adventure. It should be warned that there are two ways to be at the reservoir:

on foot after the Trans-Ajarian highway, it is recommended if you go to the lake as part of a group of friends and like-minded people with tents and a guitar)))

an SUV should be driven if you need to quickly return to "civilization" or continue your journey.

Tourists who wish to see the Green Lake, but do not have time for hiking or do not have a jeep, can book an excursion. For example, this one: "Journey to the Georgian Alps"
It is definitely more expensive independent travel, but it's worth it, as it is reliable and safe. And the guide is good too.

Independent trip to the lake on an off-road vehicle.

It makes no sense to drive to the Green Lake in any car other than an SUV, as tourists will experience off-road with significant descents and ascents, as well as impassable mud if it was raining. The lake should be noted on the GPS navigator: coordinates: N41.674215 E42.498962.

Attention! After Khulo asphalt ends! Next is just the primer. And if in the summer, in dry weather, you can still drive a passenger car along it. Then after any rain it will be very difficult to do.

There are two roads leading to the lake. One is shorter, but the ride is longer. The second is longer, but the road itself is better.

First option: We turn off main road near the village of Danisparauli. The road ahead will be very bad. But along the way you will meet several alpine meadows. crazy Beautiful places like they are perfect for photo shoots.

It was on this road that I first went to the lake a few years ago. The suspension on the car after that had to be changed. Therefore, I recommend using the second method.

Second option: We reach the Goderzi pass. And from there we turn towards the lake along a new, paved road. Only the last 3 km are not covered with asphalt. But they are with large potholes and many stones sticking high out of the ground. Therefore, we either drive an SUV, or leave the car as soon as the asphalt ends and continue on foot. In addition to the partially paved road, this option is more preferable because you will visit the pass and admire the beautiful panoramic views.

On the pass there is a sign "Green Lake" at this sign should be turned off.

Further, the journey will have to continue along the asphalt road past strange villages. It should be said that people in these villages live only in the summer, and these houses are empty for 9-10 months a year. Such villages are called "yayla" - these are summer pastures where cattle and small cattle are driven, dairy products are also made there: butter, cheeses. In autumn, the "nomads" descend with prepared stocks of dairy products and fattened cattle to the lower villages, where their permanent homes are located.

Therefore, the houses in these "yayla" have an unsightly appearance and resemble an abandoned hut, some of them are really abandoned, because the younger generation is not particularly in a hurry to live according to medieval traditions. Despite their unsightly appearance, some of the huts (“kokhi” in Georgian) are over a hundred years old. They are made of solid material - chestnut wood, so they can stand for the same number of years.

Since the main food product of the inhabitants of "yayla" is milk, many dishes are made on its basis. In there are specific dishes made from milk, which are rarely prepared by Adjarians living on the coast. Resting on seaside resorts this region, try kaimagi, borano, sinori and different kinds cheeses. They can sometimes be found in restaurants in Batumi. I especially recommend sinori - a very tasty and unusual dish.

Independent trip to the lake by public transport

In Georgian it is called "Mtsvane Tba". Perhaps this name will come in handy on your way when you ask the locals for directions.

As mentioned above, you should go to the lake along the trans-Ajarian highway to the side. There are regular minibuses to Akhaltsikhe, but they travel along a different road, so it does not hurt to ask the driver or passengers which road the minibus is traveling on. Safe to ride public transport to Khulo, and then on a ride or taxi to the sign.

There is another option: only in the summer in the morning until 11 am, there are three flights to Beshumi and Akhaltsikhe, passing through the Goderzi pass. Departure times should be checked in advance as schedules change. The cost of tickets in the summer of 2016 was 10 lari ($3.75) at the exchange rate for February 2017.

These minibuses will take you to the metal monument-pointer. There you need to get off and turn left. About 7 kilometers will have to walk or ride on a ride, if one meets and picks up. But you don't have to count on a ride. It is better to go on an independent journey to the lake in the company of reliable and cheerful friends.

What can be seen along the way

If you leave early in the morning, then along the way you can have time to see the bridge and the waterfall in. Moreover, at this time there will be few tourists. I would not recommend sightseeing in the area of ​​Keda and Shuakhevi. This takes a lot of time and it is better to set aside a separate day for this.

High mountain village Khulo is located on the way to the Goderzi pass along the Trans-Ajarian highway. Under the village, in a deep crevice, the Adjariskali River flows. From Batumi to Khulo about 90 km. Travel time to the village is an hour and a half. And this place is perfect for a little rest in front of a long and slow dirt road.

The attraction of Khulo is cable car, along which local residents move from one bank to another - to the village.

Medieval fortresses, which this region is rich in, are located outside the city. On the way to Khulo, you can visit two villages with interesting historical monuments.

Khikhadziri is a mountain village on the Skhalta River. There are many attractions around this village: Khikhani and Vartsikhe fortresses, Kalot and Khikhadziri temples. But you can't see them in one day. You need at least two days. One for the lake, one for Khikhani fortress , which is one of the most beautiful fortresses Georgia.

Green Lake on the map

We offer two cards. On the first one, I marked only the lake. And the second is a map of the sights of Adjara, on which, among other things, the lake is marked and everything that can be seen along the way.

Click on the button in the upper right corner and you will see a list of all attractions. Green Lake is in the last group - Keda, Khulo, Shuakhevi. Don't forget to enlarge the map. About 100 points are marked on it.

Help for tourists

Since Green Lake is located high in the mountains, it is recommended to visit it only in July-September, it is cold here at other times of the year, and in winter the pass is closed to traffic due to high snow cover. As a rule, the whole of October, the road to the lake is also accessible. And at this time of the year it is unusually beautiful. And if there is no rain, then I would even highly recommend going there in the fall. Red-yellow leaves on the trees make this region fabulously beautiful.

Oddly enough, but swimming, even in such a small body of water, is dangerous, because cold water may cause seizures. Perhaps this factor explains why people sometimes drown in the lake.

High in the mountains, cold winds often blow, and the air temperature is much lower than on the coast, so do not forget to bring warm clothes with you.

After a long and difficult transition, you will definitely want to eat. It should be noted that there are no outlets either on the Green Lake or in the Yayla, so it is better to take food with you. You can have a picnic, kindle a fire and have a feast against the backdrop of a wonderful landscape. Just please don't forget to clean up after yourself.

But, if you go through the pass, then at the turn to the lake there is one small cafe. The prices there are above average. But there is no alternative to him in the district. The owners of the cafe are very friendly and hospitable people.

You should also leave the place of rest only after the fire is completely extinguished and will be covered with earth or flooded with water.

The hike from the lake back should be done along the same path, otherwise you can get lost in the mountains.

If you decide to go to the lake on your own by public transport, you need to count on spending the night by the lake, so you should take a tent and everything you need to stop in the forest with you.

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It is believed that for underwater wonders you need to go somewhere to the ends of the world, to the ocean coast and to exotic islands. And few people know that there is a unique Green Lake in itself, which provides lovers of underwater travel with a unique opportunity to indulge in their favorite hobby.

The phenomenon of mountainous Styria

Austria is a well-known Central European country with a high standard of living, ancient cities and other attractions. Its province of Styria is famous all over the world where lovers come to relax with pleasure. mountain tourism and hiking.

Among the Hochschwabs mountains, near small town called Tragoss, one and a half hundred kilometers from Vienna is located mysterious lake called Grüner See. All autumn, winter and most in spring it is a nice and very shallow body of water. In the very deep place the water column does not exceed two meters, and the average depth is one at all. around broken cozy park with bridges, comfortable benches, beautiful flower beds and ancient trees. During these months, Green Lake (interlinear translation of its name from German) - favorite place for city walks and romantic dates.

Divers' dream

The reservoir takes on a completely different look at the end of May. In the mountains that surround Green Lake, rapid snowmelt begins. The waters go down the slopes and flood a significant part of the valley. The depth of the Grüner See in especially generous years with snow increases to 12 meters. The entire park is under water: even the tops of the trees do not rise above its smooth surface.

By the time the Green Lake floods, the lawns of the park have time to overgrow with alpine greenery. As a result, its waters have a rich emerald hue: it gave the name to the reservoir. Moreover, the water is so clean that the lake is visible to the very bottom and from shore to shore.

Such a wonderful phenomenon attracts the attention of divers from all over the world. Until the end of July, when the waters begin to subside, scuba divers come to Green Lake, who want to swim and sit under a tree on a bench, watching the fish swim by. There is a dive center that rents diving equipment. True, there is no school, so a certificate is required from divers.

The most beautiful lakes in the world, according to The Wall Street Journal

The pearl of Austria is not the only one unique lake in the world. A well-known magazine recommends, along with Grüner See, visiting the Polish Morskie Oko in the Tatras - transparent, surrounded by mountains and beautiful both in summer and winter.

An interesting sight is Lake Powell in the States. Despite its artificial origin, it is worth our attention: the contrast of the brightest blue water with the desert color of the surrounding rocks is impressive.

Lucerne is also recognized as stunning. His water is completely identical in color to the filling. Caribbean. In addition, the lake is framed by flowering terraces, equipped with ancient bridges and has a very unusual embankment. In addition, Green Lake is almost in the neighborhood. Having a Schengen visa, you will have time to enjoy these beauties during your vacation.

Lake Green - located 2 km from the village of Pomary, turn right in the middle of the village and there is one road. I don't know about fish, but swimming is good. The lake is 900 m long and 400 m wide. There are many crayfish in the lake. It is a recreation area for local residents. PHOTO AND DESCRIPTION FROM SERGEY SEMENOV. Historical reference about the village of Pomary (http://www.12rus.ru): According to I.S. Galkin and O.P. Vorontsova, the name of the village, translated from the Mari language, means "the Mari who settled along the banks of the meadow, overgrown with grass river." There are many legends about the founding of the village. In the 18th century, there were two villages on the territory of the modern Pomar administration: the village of Pomary itself and the village of Berezniki. At that time, the village of Pomary had a second name after the name of the church built in the name of the unmercenaries Cosmas and Damian, therefore, in some of the existing official documents, it was indicated under the name of the village of Kosmodamianskoye. In 1859, 161 men and 173 women lived in the village of Pomary. The market was held on Fridays. The village of Pomary is already marked as an Orthodox village with a church. In 1868-1869. the village of Pomary is already taking shape as a village. It was called a church district, or Po-Marsky district on the Sizer River, and the name Kosmodamianskoe disappears. Thus, there is a separation of the village from other villages. The priest of the Cosmodamian Church Alexander Shabanov submits a petition for the construction of a new stone church in the name of Holy Trinity. In 1874, a new stone church building was built in the name of the Holy Trinity. In front of the church there was an erected chapel, behind the chapel there was a place of execution, where the public condemnation of the guilty people was carried out. The Mari people called the place of execution "kyryme ver", translated as a place where people are beaten. North of the place of execution, i.e. Beyond Kyryme Ver, new houses began to appear. The inhabitants began to call the new settlement Kyrymegesola, later Kermegeykino. In 1907, the county zemstvo financed the construction of the Pomar School. In 1910, 40 rubles were allocated for the training of a paramedic for the emergency room (hospital). Maria Ipatova, the daughter of a psalmist, was sent to study at the Kazan Zemstvo medical assistant's school. Pomarskaya Church in the name of the Holy Trinity was closed in 1935 due to the collapse of the church community and because of the dilapidation of the building. The fence was broken to build the foundation of a school and a hospital. Part of the building was used for the construction of a water supply system and then transferred to the MTS workshops. Because of the strength, they could not dismantle the bell tower of the church, which still stands to this day. PERSONAL EXPERIENCE FROM THE LAKE Green is sea ​​eye in miniature, only something more beautiful in its own way. You can drive to it from the side of Pomar, and the first impression of the lake will be a cliff overgrown with ship pines and views of the Ilet that open when you stand on its edge.

And for those who are not afraid to experience its steepness, the lake will hasten to open in all its glory.
It seemed to have descended from the paintings of Shishkin or Vasiliev - clear water, glades running down to the lake sandy beaches, majestic pines, everything is as described in the pictures about the native land ... Only not in the pictures, but live!
And then, on the way to Big Pler, I frightened off a flock of birds:
The truth frightened it loudly - the children hid in the grass, and the adults slowly, controlling the situation, walked along the road. And only when I "crept" closer, everyone flew together into the nearest bushes:
This is the meeting the lake gave as a farewell.

Information about the lake from local resident Oleg:

The locals call the lake Voover-er. According to legend, in the highlands near the lake lived tribes distinguished by their appearance and life from the tribes who came to these places from other lands. Most likely, the local tribes were forced out, and the memory of them remained in the name of the lake.

A similar story is with Lake Yaran-er, which is located 6-7 km. east near the village Chasovnaya (Kusola). Translated from the Nenets language, yaran means Nenets and, accordingly, we can say about the lake that this is a lake on the shore of which the Nenets tribes lived.

green lake (Gruner See) is located in the picturesque area of ​​the Austrian mountains Hoshshvab, not far from locality Tragos. It is included in the list of national sights of Austria and has the status of a park lake.

It is surrounded by a recreation area, where from summer to spring, the townspeople spend their leisure time walking along the paths surrounded by greenery. As soon as the air temperature begins to rise in spring, the active melting of karst snows causes the lake to be filled with clean, clear water. Its level quickly rises by several meters, while maintaining the ideal transparency of the water.

Under the water are all the objects in the area - trees, stones, bridges and benches. Underwater landscapes attract a lot of diving enthusiasts. The transparency of the water allows you to see the smallest details at a distance of up to 30 meters, and its unique emerald color gives the spectacle an amazing flavor.

The lake is located in an area with a clean environment, at an altitude of 776 meters above sea level, at a considerable distance from pollution sources. Melt water fills it, raising the level to 10-12 meters, despite the fact that at normal times its depth is only 1-2 meters.

When the lake fills up, its water remains perfectly clear, since the snow melts rather slowly. Water gradually enters the valley, seeping through the soil and vegetation layer, additionally filtering along the way. The slow arrival of large masses of water does not cause currents and therefore silt and plant residues do not rise from the bottom.

The greenish hue of the lake, which gives it its name, comes from the mass of greenery that submerges under the water for several months. The sun's rays penetrating through the water column are reflected and scattered by the leaf plates of green plants, coloring the surrounding space in emerald colors.

Austria has amazing place- Grüner See (Green Lake). August to April is green Park with paths, benches, green glades, bridges over streams. In spring, the water level in the lake rises strongly due to the melting of snow and glaciers in the mountains, so melt water floods this picturesque area by 4-5 meters annually.

Sometimes the water level reaches 8 meters, but at the same time visibility in clear water persists up to 30 meters or more. It is at this time that you need to be there in order to see with your own eyes the crystal clear fresh water lakes and fabulously beautiful underwater park.

Green Lake is located near the Hochschwab mountains near the village of Tragos (Tragöß) in Austria. This lake is one of the most unusual and beautiful natural phenomena in the world. In winter, this lake does not stand out from millions of others. broken here beautiful park With great view to the mountains, where people come to take a break from the bustle of the city.

Most unusual phenomenon the fact that fish swim in the lake over wooden benches, and the ground is covered with green grass and flowers. Air bubbles accumulated on the foliage of trees sparkle with all the colors of the rainbow. Trees, roads and bridges - all this creates a surreal world on the ground, but which is also under a layer of water.

Green Lake got its name from its emerald green, crystal clear pure water. The lake is located in the mountains at an altitude of 776 m above sea level, the depth reaches 11 meters during the melting of snow. With the beginning of snow melting, the lake does not become muddy, as it is filled with crystal clear spring water. Maximum temperature from + 8 to + 4 ° С.