The Nugush reservoir is the largest artificial reservoir, formed in 1967 on the channel of the Belaya River - the Nugush River. Its formation is associated with the construction of the Nugush hydroelectric power station, the total capacity of which is about 11 MW. The reservoir has a length of about 21 km and a maximum width of 5 km. The average de
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Gumerovskoye Gorge is one of the most beautiful and protected places in the Republic of Bashkortostan. This picturesque place combines plains surrounded by majestic cliffs and a small crystal clear river Zigan, flowing through a mountain gorge. The nearest settlement is the village of Gumerovo, located almost at the entrance to the gorge. Geog
Muradymovskoe Gorge (Bash. Moraҙym tarlauyғy) is a natural park in the Southern Urals, located on the territory of the Kugarchinsky and Zilairsky districts of the Republic of Bashkortostan. It was created by the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Bashkortostan "On the Muradymovskoe Gorge Natural Park" No. 10 dated January 23, 199
Mount Rainier is a stratovolcano located in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It is the highest point in the Cascade Mountains (4,392 m) and the highest volcano in the contiguous United States, excluding Alaska. The volcano was named after British Admiral Peter Rainier. The area of the surrounding territory, which has the status of Mount
Mount Rainier National Park is a United States national park located in southeastern Pierce County and northwestern Lewis County in Washington State. The park covers an area of 953.5 km² and its dominant feature is the stratovolcano Rainier, which has an elevation of 4,392 m. The volcano rises sharply above its surrounding areas, creating a drama
The Putorana State Nature Reserve, located on the Putorana Plateau in the northwestern part of the Central Siberian Plateau, south of the Taimyr Peninsula, is a unique natural and cultural site. Founded on December 15, 1988, the reserve has a vast territory of 1,887,251 hectares, of which 1,773,300 hectares are protected areas. The reserve is famo
The Orenburg State Nature Reserve represents a significant natural and cultural heritage of the Orenburg region. It consists of five unique areas, each of which is characterized by its natural beauty and unique landscapes: “Talovskaya steppe”, “Burtinskaya steppe”, “Aituarskaya steppe”, “Ashchisayskaya steppe” and “Pre-Ural steppe”. The total area
Muransky Forest, located in the Shigonsky district of the Samara region, is a unique natural phenomenon. This forest, left over from the last ice age about fifty thousand years ago, is a relict of taiga forests in the forest-steppe zone of the Samara region. The terrain in the Murano Bor region is characterized by low sandy hills, between which th
The Bear Grotto, located in the vast Zhiguli Nature Reserve in the Samara Region, is a unique natural formation that attracts the attention of both song festival lovers and nature researchers. This grotto was formed as a result of the dissolution of limestones, and is characterized by its small size - the average height is 2.2 meters and the width
Mount Strelnaya, located on the eastern slopes of the Zhigulevsky Mountains in the heart of the Zhigulevsky Nature Reserve, is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the Samara region. With its height of 351 meters, it ranks second in height in this reserve, offering unique views of the Volga, the surrounding islands and neighboring peaks.
Государственный природный заповедник, занимающий обширную северную территорию Кувандыкского района (Оренбургская область). Площадь Шайтан-Тау составляет 6726 гектар и терреториально заповедник находится на одноименном хребте Шайтантау. Этот горный хребет является частью Уральских гор, начинается на севере Оренбургской области и тянется по всей терр
The Zharyk gully, located in the central part of the Aytuarskaya Steppe site, flows along the eastern flank of a steep synclinal fold. In this area you can observe rocky outcrops represented by limestones and conglomerates, which makes this area a unique geological monument. The lower reaches of the Zharyk and Tashkak ravines serve as habitats for
The Aituar steppe, covering an area of 6,753 hectares, is located on the left bank of the Ural River near the village of Aituarka, Kuvandyk district, on the border of Russia with Kazakhstan (Aktobe region). In the past, there were two Kazakh villages on this territory, and the meadow-steppe tracts were used for haymaking. In 1971, the Aituar steppe
The Meshchera National Park, located on the territory of the Vladimir region, was created in 1992 with the aim of preserving the unique natural complex of the Meshchera Lowland. This park occupies a significant area and is one of the most important nature conservation sites in the region. The park itself is located in the southwest of the region,
Красивое местечко в заповедной зоне (окружен сотовым бором с внушительного размера можжевельниками). На озере отличная экология и живописные закаты. Среди обитателей фауны замечено приличное гнездовье цапель и журавлей.
Shumak springs, located in the Okinsky district of Buryatia at an altitude of 1558 meters in the Eastern Sayan mountains, are a unique natural complex with special mineral waters and a favorable climate. The water of the springs has a high silicon content and low mineralization, which makes it a valuable natural resource with balneological properti
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 Kainar spring, located on the territory of the Burtinskaya Steppe nature reserve in the Belyaevsky district, Tambov region, is one of the natural resources of the region. This spring stands out for its clear water and unusually high iodine content, making it a unique source of water. The source of the stream, which arises from the Kainar sprin
The Zyuratkul National Park, created on November 3, 1993, occupies a total area of 88,249 hectares and extends from north to south for 49 km and from west to east for 28 km. The park is designed to preserve unique natural complexes, monuments of nature, history, culture and archeology, as well as to conduct environmental education of the population
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
The Kuvandyk district of the Orenburg region is famous for its rich tourist resources, and one of the most amazing places in its territory is the Kzyladyr karst field. The length of the field is 12 kilometers from southeast to northwest, and its width ranges from 1 to 1.5 kilometers. Here mountain ranges intertwine with narrow valleys up to 300-500
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