Interesting places: Republic of Bashkortostan - Page 5

Skvoznaya Cave, also known as Salavatskaya or Muradymovskaya-14 (Sunny Gorge), is one of the many caves in the Muradymov Gorge. It is located upstream of the Bolshoi Ik River, on the right bank of the canyon, at altitudes from 45 to 95 meters above river level. The cave has two entrances and extends from one entrance to the other for about 12 mete

The Yumaguzinskaya hydroelectric power station (HPP) is located on the Belaya River in the Kugarchinsky district of Bashkortostan. It is part of the production division of the Salavat Thermal Power Plant, owned by Bashkir Generating Company LLC. The hydroelectric power station was created in a narrow mountain valley, and the flood area of valuable

In the central part of the city of Ishimbay there is a cozy and spiritual corner - the Holy Trinity Church, which has become a spiritual center for local residents since 1947. Until this time, believers gathered in private houses for prayers, since there was neither a temple nor a priest in the city. The consent of local authorities in 1945 led to

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

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

An ancient industrial building of the 18th-20th centuries, which is a metallurgical enterprise in the Southern Urals for copper smelting. The Preobrazhensky Copper Smelter is also called the Zilairsky Plant. The copper smelting enterprise was founded by the merchant I.B. Tverdyshev, who later took his son-in-law, I.S., into the share. Myasnikov. Cu

The Yuryuzan railway station, located on the former Beloretsk narrow-gauge railway, is evidence of the history of transporting the products of the Beloretsk Iron Smelting Plant at the beginning of the 20th century. The station, although now dilapidated, is a reminder of the times when the narrow gauge railway was an important part of the region's i

The Lost Pit cave is one of the most impressive speleological attractions of the Republic of Bashkortostan. Its name comes from the deep sinkhole, known as the "chasm", which goes down 78 meters and is the entrance to the first well of the cave. This cave is a complex labyrinth of passages and halls, the length of which is 3218 meters, and the max

The church described in your message is an important religious and cultural center for residents of the village of Nugush in the Meleuzovsky district of the Republic of Bashkortostan. Its construction began in 2010 and was largely completed by the end of 2015. It serves as a venue for services and religious events for the local Orthodox parish dedi

The memorial complex "Land of Yurmaty" is a symbol of the memory of former settlements liquidated for the construction of the cities of Salavat and Ishimbay, as well as of the heroes who died during the Great Patriotic War. This complex, located on the federal highway Salavat-Ishimbay in the Sterlitamak region of the Republic of Bashkortostan, incl

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

Lake Tugar-Salgan, also known as Tugarsalgan or Dugan-Salgan, is one of the deepest karst lakes in the Republic of Bashkortostan. Its depth reaches 15 meters. In Ural-Altai mythology, a mountain and a lake are considered the core of the world model, representing a symbol of the divine above and below. Mount Toratau is considered as the center of th

Blue Rocks get their name from a feature that can sometimes be seen at dawn when the rocks take on a bluish tint. The name of Mount Arvyakryaz, according to local legends, is associated with the Kulsugada River, which begins near the top of the mountain, and the word “tash”, which in the Bashkir language means stone or rock. The Kulsugada River als

The limestone rock, known as the Arskaya rock, is a historical and geological natural monument located in the Beloretsky district of the Republic of Bashkortostan near the village of the same name. Its height reaches about 30 meters. This place attracts attention with its unique contours, formed as a result of centuries-old processes of erosion and

The Kurgazak mineral spring in the Republic of Bashkortostan is one of the most famous and popular springs in the Southern Urals. Located in the village of Komsomol, Salavat region, this source attracts tourists with its healing properties and beautiful surroundings. The source is formed by several powerful griffins, squeezing water onto the earth

Mount Bolshoi Iremel, the second highest peak in the Southern Urals and one of the most famous peaks in Bashkiria, is located on the border of the Beloretsky and Uchalinsky districts of Bashkortostan, as well as the Chelyabinsk region. Consisting of two peaks - Big Iremel (1582.3 m) and Small Iremel (1449.4 m), it attracts tourists with its unique

The Karatash mountain range, located in the Southern Urals in Bashkortostan, is a beautiful destination for tourism and recreation. Its picturesque landscapes and easily accessible peaks attract many tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. Stretching for 17 kilometers, the Karatash ridge reaches heights of up to 919 meters. Its slopes are covered with p

Ivan Borisovich Tverdyshyov, born in 1690 in the city of Simbirsk, made a significant contribution to the development of the region's industry. His biography is closely associated with the establishment of the Voskresensky copper-smelting plant and the Preobrazhensky metalworking plant, which became important industrial enterprises and brought pros

Lake Kuldybai, located on the border of the Chelyabinsk region and Bashkortostan, is one of the natural gems in this region. With an area of 215 hectares, it is part of a group of lakes together with Uskul and Yansykty. This freshwater lake has an irregular circular shape and is surrounded by gentle shores covered with fine grass, low shrubs, and

Водопад Кук-Караук, также известный как Кукраук, расположен на реке с тем же названием в Ишимбайском районе Башкирии. Этот водопад, который получил статус природного памятника в 1965 году, имеет каскадную форму и высоту около 12 метров. Наилучшее время для его посещения - весна, в период таяния снега или после длительных дождей, когда водопад прояв

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