For a long time, in the city of Orenburg there was a neglected park located in the area of Montazhnikov Street and Pobeda Avenue. This park was founded in 1976 on an area of 12 hectares. Initially, this green zone was located at the burial site of Japanese and German prisoners of war who were present in Orenburg during the Great Patriotic War and t
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During World War II, there were a significant number of Japanese prisoners of war on the territory of the Soviet Union. After the end of the conflict, the remains of some of them were discovered and transported to Japan for reinterment in accordance with traditional rites. In Orenburg, in the village of Rakityanka, 35 graves of Japanese prisoners o
The dam on the Kirzhach River, about 80 meters wide, serves not only to regulate water, but also serves as a road bridge. It also represents the only easily accessible entry and exit from the village of Gorodishchi in the Vladimir region. In the lower part of the river, near the dam, there is a local beach that provides swimming opportunities. Sur
Lake Dead is a natural lake located a few kilometers from the railway station in the village of Potochino. It is characterized by difficult access to water due to the surrounding quagmire and severe swampiness in some places. The origin of the lake is connected with springs, which indicates underground springs that feed it with water. Such lakes o
The monument to a female janitor, unveiled in Orenburg on May 30, 2014, is one of the symbols of recognition and respect for the work of municipal employees. The height of the figure is 1 meter 70 centimeters, it is made of fiberglass and painted bronze. The figure depicts a female janitor with a broom in her hands, and next to her is a cat, symbol
The Fire Museum in Orenburg is one of the most attractive museums in the city. Its history began with the opening of a fire-technical exhibition in 1974. The exhibition was originally housed in a three-story building, which later did not meet the requirements for a museum display. Therefore, in the 1980s, a new building was added, in the constructi
The Museum "Afghan War and Military Glory" in Orenburg, opened on February 1, 2001, is an important cultural site dedicated to the events in Afghanistan and the memory of soldiers. This museum has become popular among schoolchildren and students, as its main goal is to develop a sense of patriotism and preserve military traditions. The museum's ex
The memorial complex at the old city cemetery in Anapa is a significant object dedicated to the memory of the victims of fascism and the soldiers who died during the Great Patriotic War. It includes two mass graves: “Mass grave of Soviet soldiers and civilians of the city of Anapa, tortured by the fascist occupiers, 1942-1943” and “Mass grave of So
Anapa lighthouse is a significant landmark of the city. Its history dates back to 1898, when the first temporary structure was laid - a wooden booth on trestles. This lighthouse served its function for almost 11 years until a quadrangular wooden tower was built in 1909 with the ability to illuminate up to 13 nautical miles. During the Great Patrio
Bald Mountain in Anapa is one of the highest points of the resort city, attracting tourists with its breathtaking views and unusual landscape. The view of the mountain can be seen from almost any part of Anapa, and its white orbs at the top give the landscape a futuristic look. One of the most popular attractions on Bald Mountain is the Swallow's
The Soaring Eagle monument, erected in the village of Supsekh near Anapa, represents the beginning of the Great Caucasus Range. This majestic symbol of nature and power attracts many tourists and city residents who want to enjoy the beautiful scenery and capture this moment in photographs and videos. The location for the stele was carefully chosen
The Anapa Dolphinarium, opened in 1992 in the village of Bolshoi Utrish, is a unique place where visitors can enjoy shows with marine animals right in the open air. Located in a sea lagoon, the dolphinarium immerses guests in the atmosphere of a natural environment, thanks to flowing sea water surrounding the animal enclosures. This unique place f
The Utrish lighthouse is a historically significant structure located on the island of Utrish in the Krasnodar region of Russia, on the shores of the Black Sea. The lighthouse has two important components: the old lighthouse, which now functions as a chapel, and the new lighthouse, erected in 1975 in memory of the sailors who fought during World Wa
The Pearl Waterfall is considered one of the main attractions of Bolshoy Utrish due to its purity and unusual appearance. Its location in the Bolshoi Utrish resort reserve makes it attractive to many visitors who want to enjoy the coolness under the gentle streams falling from a height of about 5 meters. The water of the Zhemchuzhny waterfall form
Mount Small Iremel, although the least popular among tourists compared to its “neighbor” Big Iremel, is a unique place for relaxation and climbing. Its height of 1449.4 meters and various natural features make it an attractive destination for mountain tourism lovers. Although Maly Iremel Mountain is bypassed by tourists, it offers stunning views a
Arkaim is an archaeological complex consisting of a settlement, a burial ground and settlements dating from the 20th/18th to the 18th/16th centuries BC. This complex is part of the Sintashta culture and is known as the “Land of Cities”. Located in the valleys of the Bolshaya Karaganka and Utyaganka rivers in the Chelyabinsk region of Russia, Arkaim
Kaban-Tash is a picturesque rock located on the banks of the Belaya River in the Republic of Bashkortostan, and its height reaches 110 meters. This place, surrounded by legends, is often visited by tourists, and locals and tour guides are happy to tell stories about its origins. The name of the mountain comes from the Bashkir language and is trans
The source "Griffin Taraval" is known for its unique nature and historical significance. Situated at the foot of an elevated cliff, it is a powerful stream of water breaking through a crevice of rocks. The water from this source is cold and clean, often used by tourists and travelers for drinking. The spring "Griffin Taraval" is especially popular
The Stone City, also known as the Devil's Settlement or Turtles, is a landscape geomorphological natural monument of regional significance, located near the village of Shumikhinsky in the Gubakhinsky district of the Perm Territory. The area of this unique natural formation is about 30.0 hectares, and the distance to the city of Perm is approximatel
Rest for savages on the banks of the Ural River, not far from the city. A picturesque place, a bend of the river, a forest, a sandy beach. Sometimes, when all sorts of things interfere with a full weekend, you want to escape somewhere into nature, at least for a short time. This is the place that is ideal for such purposes - not far from the city,
The monument, erected in 1951 at the site of the death of the heroic stratonauts of the Osoaviakhim-1 (OAX-1) balloon, is a monument of federal significance. This balloon reached a record height for its time - 22,000 meters. P.F. Fedoseenko, A.B. Vasenko and I.D. Usyskin became heroes who accomplished this feat. The monument is located near the ci
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