On the northern slopes of Elbrus, at an altitude of 3200 meters, there is an amazing place - the Valley of Stone Mushrooms. This attraction is perhaps one of the most famous in the vicinity of Mount Elbrus. Stone mushrooms are about twenty rock sculptures created by nature. They resemble real forest mushrooms, such as boletus, russula and boletus.
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A mysterious place in the Northern Elbrus region, shrouded in legends and secrets of the Second World War. This area remained closed to visitors for a long time: first by order of the NKVD, then by the KGB of the USSR. Only the stories of local residents lifted the veil of secrecy.
The Legend of the German Airfield
In the fall of 1942, a strange double-fuselage plane was spotted in this area, landing on a dry lake, which later became known as the “German airfield.” Narrow-faced, dark-skinned people in white robes, reminiscent of monks, came out of the plane. They were accompanied by soldiers in SS uniforms. The plane flew back without these people.
Tibetan lamas and their mission
According to local stories, the men in white were Tibetan lamas sent to the sacred Mount Elbrus on Hitler's orders. Elbrus was considered a place of power, where one could see the future. The lamas arrived to meditate and predict the outcome of the war.
The secret of their fate
According to local residents, Tibetan lamas were shot in the Djily-Su tract. It is said that somewhere in these places there is a swastika-shaped sign lined with stones that marks their grave. It is assumed that they were killed for their unfavorable forecast of the outcome of the war.
Reality and myths
Soviet intelligence recorded the presence of this airfield, and old-timers confirm its existence. However, the mystery of the people dressed in white, newcomers from the East, still remains unsolved. This story fuels many hypotheses and theories, but there is no documentary evidence.
Historical context
Closed area. After the war and until the 1960s, the areas of the Northern Elbrus region remained closed to everyone, including tourists, geologists, archaeologists and shepherds. The ban on visiting was due to the secrecy and strategic importance of these places.
Intelligence and military operations
During the Great Patriotic War, Elbrus and its surroundings became the scene of fierce battles. German Alpine skirmishers attempted to gain control of the mountain, indicating the strategic importance of the area for both sides.
Conclusion
The German airfield tract and its surroundings are places that continue to keep their secrets. Legends of Tibetan lamas, a mysterious plane and secret missions from World War II add to the mystical appeal of these places. Tourists and researchers visiting these places can not only enjoy the natural beauty, but also try to unravel one of the many mysteries surrounding Elbrus and its surroundings.
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