Interesting places

Ilmen Lake, also known as Ilmen or Imenkul, is located in the Southern Urals near the southern tip of the Ilmen Range, in the territory of the city of Miass, Chelyabinsk region. The lake has a shape close to an oval, extending in the northwest and southeast directions. Its area is about 4.76 square kilometers and its maximum depth reaches 6.1 meter

The Kuperlya Waterfall and the natural karst bridge are among the most breathtaking attractions of Bashkiria, attracting millions of tourists every year. The waterfall is located in the Bashkiria National Park, upstream of the Nugush River. It consists of several cascades and steps, and the highest part is about 15 meters high. In the spring, the

The impact crater, which appeared as a result of an iron meteorite weighing more than 300 kg falling to Earth, was recorded on May 17, 1990 at 23:20. This celestial object received number 180 in the USSR meteorite inventory. The meteorite crater is located in the field of the former Sterlitamak state farm, 20 kilometers west of the city of Sterlita

The Ik caves are a unique natural site located in the western part of the Republic of Bashkortostan, in the Ik River valley, between the villages of Moskovka and Maksyutovo in the Tuymazinsky District. They are located at the fork of asphalt roads leading from the village of Turkmenevo to the city of Tuymazy and the village of Starye-Tuymazy. These

The Church of the Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the village of Kutkovo was built in 1797 with funds from Colonel Artemy Ivanovich Ladyzhensky. Initially, it was wooden, with a bell tower, and had two altars. The main altar was consecrated in honor of the Dormition of the Mother of God, and the side altar was consecrated in honor of Sergiu

The Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker was built in 1776 with funds from the collegiate assessor Mikhail Andreevich Milyutin. This is a brick two-altar building, executed in a style representing the transition from Baroque to Classicism. The main altar of the temple was consecrated in honor of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, and the warm side-c

Неподалеку от посёлка Бердянка на одноименной реке находится степной Сусанинский водопад проходящий через нагроможденные глыбы камней.

A memorial complex dedicated to the memory of Soviet soldiers who died in the battles near Rzhev in 1942-1943. The complex was erected on the initiative of veterans of the Great Patriotic War and opened on June 30, 2020. The monument depicts a soldier standing on a 25-meter-high hill, surrounded by a flock of cranes, symbolizing the souls of fallen

Konstantinovsky quarry is a picturesque artificial reservoir in the suburbs of Tver. Created in the last century on the site of a sand quarry, today it has become a favorite recreation spot for Tver residents. This reservoir is known for its clean water and beautiful surroundings, attracting both locals and tourists. In the summer, Konstantinovsky

The worship cross in Anapa is a significant monument that symbolizes memory, courage and peace. It was erected in honor of the 60th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War and is dedicated to all the residents of Anapa who died in this conflict. The cross not only symbolizes the eternal memory of those who gave their lives, but also r

Over the centuries, temples and churches in Anapa have been destroyed, leaving the city without enough places for the spiritual life of its residents. Today, the two active temples in the city can no longer cope with the number of parishioners, especially on holidays. There was a need for a new temple, which would serve not only as a place for pray

The historical monument "Russian Gate" in Anapa is the eastern gate of the Turkish fortress, built in 1781-83. The gate is one of the few surviving fragments of this fortress and an important cultural heritage site of Russia. History of the fortress The Anapa fortress was built by the Turks by order of Sultan Abdul-Hamid in 1783. Its fortific

The Military Equipment Square in Anapa is an open-air museum that displays various types of military equipment, such as tanks, planes, and helicopters. This museum was opened in September 2018 to mark the 75th anniversary of the city's liberation from Nazi occupation. Museum exhibits The square contains a variety of armored vehicles, includin

Paralia in Vityazevo is the central street of the resort village, designed in the Greek style and leading to the beach. It begins with a monumental arch with 12 columns, decorated with the inscriptions "Paralia", "Vityazevo" and "Central Beach of Vityazevo". This 800-meter alley is full of cafes, restaurants, shops and souvenir shops. Paralia stand

Дворец Манук-Бея — здание, построенное в 1817 году архитектором Бернардацци по заказу Манук-бея Мирзояна — армянина по происхождению, турецкого дипломата и русского разведчика по совместительству, однако пожить в роскоши дворца Манук-бей не успел, потому что погиб 20 июня 1817 года. Данное строение находится в городе Хынчешть, в центральной части

Бенде́рская крепость (рум. Cetatea Tighina (Bendér), — памятник архитектуры XVI века. Расположена на правом берегу реки Днестра в городе Бендеры, Приднестровье. Строительство крепости началось в 1538 году после вхождения Бендер в состав Османской империи, по проекту турецкого зодчего Синана. С 2008 года по настоящее время ведётся реконструкция ци

Ritsa (Big Ritsa) is a mountain lake of glacial-tectonic origin, located in the Western Caucasus, Abkhazia, in the Gudauta district of the partially recognized Republic of Abkhazia. According to the administrative division of Georgia, it is located in the Gudauta municipality of the Abkhaz Autonomous Republic. It is the largest lake in Abkhazia

The Bzyb Temple is a ruined medieval Orthodox church in the village of Bzybta in Abkhazia, in the Gagra district of the partially recognized Republic of Abkhazia, according to the administrative division of Georgia - in the Gagra municipality of the Abkhaz Autonomous Republic. The temple is located on the right bank of the Bzyb River and is part of

A seven-meter bronze sculpture of Archangel Michael, the head of the Heavenly Host and patron of Sochi, is installed on Kurortny Prospekt in the Central District of the city. The sculpture is located on the esplanade. The monument is a pedestal made of red granite, a twenty-meter reinforced concrete column and a bronze statue of Archangel Michael.

Psakho Canyon is a narrow, deep canyon over 10 kilometers long, located between Krasnaya Polyana and Adler. The canyon has several waterfalls and pools with crystal clear water, making it a great place for outdoor enthusiasts and tourists. The canyon is divided into two parts: Wet and Dry Canyons. The Wet Canyon is filled with water, and the Dry Ca

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