Cheese Stone, named for its porous structure, reminiscent of cheese. The origin of these ancient monoliths is attributed to an earthquake that occurred 80 thousand years ago. This place is considered a place of power, where powerful energy is felt. The ancient Ubykh peoples who inhabited the territory of Sochi considered this place sacred and worsh
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Vladimir Vysotsky visited Sochi many times, first arriving here in 1957 with his student friend Igor Kokhanovsky. He fell in love with the city, and he regularly came here himself, with colleagues from the Taganka Theater, with friends and his wife Marina Vlady. Vysotsky's Glade Vysotsky's Glade is easy to find, it is located on the way to th
Agurskiye Waterfalls are one of the natural attractions of Sochi, popular among tourists. They are located in the Khostinsky district of the city, 13 kilometers from the center of Sochi, on the way to the top of Mount Akhun. It is easy to find the waterfalls thanks to the signs at the beginning of the mountain serpentine leading to the top. Pa
Orlinye or White Rocks are a recreational site located on the territory of the Matsesta Forestry of the Sochi National Park in the Khostinsky District of Sochi, Krasnodar Krai, Russia. Orlinye Rocks are located along the right bank of the Agura River, 2 kilometers from its mouth, near the Agursky waterfalls. Absolutely vertical cliffs 125 meters a
Akhunskaya Cave is the largest karst cavity of the Akhunsky speleomassif, located in the Krasnodar Territory. Despite its relatively small size, it is a most interesting labyrinth cave in the region. The cave consists of eight almost parallel galleries laid along tectonic cracks and having a complex structure. The upper part of the galleries is a
Mount Akhun is the highest peak in Sochi, reaching 663 meters above sea level. Situated in close proximity to the Black Sea, the mountain is a picturesque natural site with many unique features. At the top of the mountain stands an observation tower, built by order of Joseph Stalin in 1936. The tower is made of local limestone in the Romanesqu
On the Taman Peninsula, in the center of the village of Taman, there is a unique hydraulic monument dating back to the times of the Ottoman Empire. This monument is known as the Turkish Fountain, also called the Turkish Wells. Its age is estimated to be several centuries, and although the exact date of construction could not be determined, it is be
The Phanagorian fortress, located on the territory of the modern village of Taman, is a significant historical monument reflecting the rich military and cultural history of the region. Erected at the end of the 18th century, this fortress is associated with the name of the famous Russian commander Alexander Vasilyevich Suvorov. Construction hi
On the high shore of the Taman Bay, a mass grave, topped with a low but modest monument, has been soulfully preserved. On the plaque of this monument is engraved in gold letters: “To the Red Army soldiers and red partisans who were shot during the civil war of 1917-1920.” The site where this monument now stands witnessed tragic events when dozens o
The airplane monument to Taman aviators was erected in recognition of the feat of the pilots who participated in the liberation of the Taman Peninsula from fascist invaders in the period from 1942 to 1943. This monument is an image of the MIG series fighter, which was developed by aircraft designers Mikhail Gurevich and Mikoyan. The name "MIG" com
In 2012, the construction of the Phanagoria Scientific and Cultural Center, located in the area of the Eastern Necropolis on the territory of Phanagoria, was completed. The official opening of this center took place on October 3, 2012 and was marked by an international symposium dedicated to the ancient heritage of Kuban. Today, the building of th
Ресторан привлекает внимание многих поклонников мистики и желающих выйти за рамки привычных экскурсионных маршрутов. Запоминающийся и оригинальный объект, который не наносится на привычные экскурсионные карты. Расположен интересный ресторан недалеко от смотровой площадки – своеобразная Мекка местных туристов. Здание ресторана уже на протяжени
The archaeological complex "Germonassa-Tmutarakan" on the Taman Peninsula is a unique archaeological site that preserves traces of life from ancient Greek times to the present. This complex is one of the most significant archaeological monuments in Russia and has federal status. The history of Hermonassa begins with the founding of a Greek colony
Ataman is a tourist complex of a Cossack village on the Taman Peninsula in the Krasnodar Territory, which is a living open-air museum. It was opened to visitors on September 5-6, 2009 and covers a total area of 60 hectares. Located on the western outskirts of the village of Taman, near the shore of the Taman Bay of the Black Sea, the ethno-tourist
The Hephaestus volcano is a mud volcano, the eruptions of which generate hilly mud. These muds have become a popular remedy for the treatment of various diseases due to the content of beneficial substances such as sulfur, carbon dioxide, hormone-like elements and phytoncides. Penetrating through the skin, these substances enhance the vital function
Camping "Azov Beach" is located on the territory of the natural site "Dolzhanskaya Spit" in the Tuapse region. Car camping services are provided here, despite warning signs about the possibility of tornadoes and hurricane-force winds, which makes pitching tents impossible. Car campsites are located almost along the entire length of the coastline.
Near the entrance to the coastal town of Shepsi, located in the Tuapse region, on the Dzhubga-Sochi highway, at the entrance to the Smena sanatorium, there is a monument to the L-410 UVP aircraft - a multi-purpose twin-engine aircraft intended for local airlines. This plane is clearly visible from the road. The L-410 “Turbolet” was developed by th
Moonstone is an artifact in the Svir Gorge in Sochi, which is a throne-shaped stone block approximately 5 meters in size. Some researchers suggest that this stone was subjected to special processing in ancient times. This hypothesis makes it an object of historical significance and a state-recognized monument, which ensures its protection. Accordi
Of particular interest is a single trough-shaped dolmen, carved from a spherical block of sandstone, which is located on the left bank of the Svir River on the slope of the ridge not far from its second waterfall. This artifact is located on the territory of the Sochi National Park and is under the management of the Lazarevskoye forestry. It is imp
The Svir Gorge, an amazing natural phenomenon in the Krasnodar Territory, is located near the village of Lazarevskoye and is part of the Sochi National Park. The gorge is surrounded by majestic rocks and the Svirka River flows, which forms a unique Sochi canyon. This small but powerful mountain river creates numerous waterfalls and creeks along th
The Long or Dolzhanskaya Spit, located in the Yeisk region of the Krasnodar Territory on the eastern coast of the Sea of Azov, is a unique landscape formation. It borders the Taganrog Bay from the south and serves as a natural monument of the region, attracting attention with its shell beaches, deep sea and freshwater lakes. In addition, the spit i
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