Altai Territory: the sights of the region are historical, cultural and natural

We leave for an amazing place in Russia - the Altai Territory. Sights of the region are very diverse. They include both natural objects and historical and cultural objects. A lot of wealth is hidden in the Altai Territory. The sights of the region can be described for a very long time. Let's acquaint the reader with the main ones.

Waterfalls of the Shinok River

The Shinok River is not among the largest rivers in Russia. This is just a tributary of Anuy, which, in turn, flows into the Ob. Nevertheless, Shinok is one of the most popular tourist objects in the Altai Territory. The fact is that on this river there are beautiful waterfalls. More than 120 meters is the total length of seven waterfalls. The height of the Giraffe, the largest of them (it is also called the Great Shinok) is 70 m. Small waterfalls reach 10-15 m in height.

The Shinok River attracts tourists not only with its picturesque views, but also with a rich fauna. Very rare species of birds and animals are represented on the territory of the reserve - two-colored leather, musk deer, wild maral, peregrine falcon.

On the bank of this river there are several camping areas. This place attracts tourists, in addition to waterfalls, by the fact that it is located not far from Denisova Cave, where archaeologists have found more than 20 cultural layers belonging to different epochs. It was found, in particular, that the parking of Neanderthals was located here approximately 280 thousand years ago.

Taldinsky, or Tavdinsky caves

Surprising in beauty Altai Territory. Sights of the region, created by nature itself, attract many tourists here. Taldin caves are one of the most interesting places to visit. They are a group consisting of water washed more than 30 caves. At 5 km on the border of the Altai Territory and the Republic of Altai, there are rocks in which this complex is located. The most popular of the caves is Bolshaya Tavdinskaya. More than 20 m is the difference in heights. For tourists there are several routes of varying complexity. Another monument of nature, a karst arch, is located not far from Tavdinsky caves. It reaches 5 m in height, and in width - 13.

Archaeological finds

These caves are of local importance, a monument of nature, with which the Altai Territory is so rich. Attractions of the region attract not only tourists, but also archaeologists. Archaeological expeditions conducted here showed that on this site there were sites of ancient people. For example, fishing tackles, ceramic fragments were found. The legends about the treasure hidden in these caves, which belonged to Admiral A. Kolchak, are much less reliable. Many people who wanted to find it appeared in the second half of the 20th century, but until now nothing is known about the result of their attempts.

The reserve "Swan"

The natural sights of the Altai Territory are unique and diverse. We will tell about one more of them. In September 1973 the reserve "Swan" was established in the Altai Territory. Seven years earlier, a flock of swans flew to the lake near the village of Urozhainoye for the winter. This happened for the first time since the beginning of the 20th century. Soon it was decided to create a reserve, which includes the lake, as well as the territory adjacent to it. Under the protection of the state is 38 thousand hectares, which are located such sights of the Altai Territory as the site of the Katun River, several lakes, about 70 islands, as well as the Zmeinaya and Talitskaya hills. In 1999, the status of the "zakaznik" was finally approved, after the designated experimental period. Here live, except for swans, and other birds: gogol, mallard, black grouse, as well as a large crochal brought to the regional Red Book. The fauna also includes deer, roe deer, otter, mink, red fox. An observation deck was built on the lake to observe the birds. It is located 10 m above the water. This distance allows you not to scare swans and provides an opportunity for tourists to observe them in natural conditions.

Belokurikha

Belokurikha is a balneological resort of federal importance. This city located in the Altai Territory is located at an altitude of about 240-250 m above sea level. It is located at the foot of Mount Tserkovka. As early as the beginning of the 20th century, the medicinal properties of local mineral springs began to be used for the first time. Today, tour operators often mention Belokurikha when they describe the sights of the Altai Territory to customers.

Here in the 1920s were built an outpatient clinic, an office building, a solarium, a dining room. The first visitors could improve their health in the baths of the spa, as well as swim in the local thermal springs. The Altai air itself is useful, because it has the same concentration of light air ions - one of the most important medical components - as well as in the famous resorts of Europe.

In Belokurikha during the Great Patriotic War the famous children's camp "Artek" was evacuated . Today, on the territory of this resort there are numerous recreation centers, dispensaries, sanatoriums. Alpine skiing is actively developing in the city. Today, 3 slopes of varying complexity are equipped for descents. Also in Belokurikha there are meetings of defenders of the surrounding world and nature, as well as the "Siberian Davos", an international economic conference.

Village of Srostki

Sights of the Altai Territory are connected not only with nature, but also with the culture of our country. The village of Srostki is one of the oldest settlements on its territory. It received all-Russian fame thanks to Vasily Shukshin, his native.

Srostki first mentioned in 1753 in the report of Colonel de Garrigue. By 1811, more detailed information about him applies. In the course of the population census, or audit conducted at that time, it was certified that 19 families lived in this village. The first church was built on the donations of local residents in 1910.

Today tourists come to Srostki to learn about the life of Shukshin. The memorial museum-preserve of this writer works in the village. It consists of a storage facility, an exhibition museum, a writer's mother's house museum, and a home in which Vasily Shukshin himself spent his childhood and youth. On the mountain Picket annually held Shukshin reading, which collect writers, musicians, artists from all over the country.

The village of Altai

The Altai (Altai Territory) village also enjoys some popularity. Sights of this place today are few, however the tourist-recreational sector in this village in recent years is actively developing. Here is, in particular, SEZ "Turquoise Katun". On the bank of the river. Kamenki, not far from the village of Altai, there is a very picturesque area called "Fir-trees". It is located on a riverine terrace with pine-covered rocky rocks and is one of the most favorite places for rest of the village guests and local residents.

Pokrovsky Cathedral

In the autumn of 1898 Pokrovsky Cathedral was laid. Six years later, the first service took place. Part of the city of Barnaul, in which this cathedral is located, was at that time considered the poorest. It was inhabited by workers, artisans, philistines, peasants. All the more surprising is that the temple was built on their donations.

The Intercession Cathedral replaced the old wooden church that had operated since 1863. Byzantine, or pseudo-Russian, style was chosen for the new building. Religious frescoes, the plots of which are based on the scenes of N. Kramsky, V. Vasnetsov, M. Nesterov, prevail in the design of this red brick cathedral.

The Intercession Cathedral, since 1917, experienced difficult times - it was fired, the cross on the dome was demolished, the bell tower was destroyed. In the temple in 1943, reconstruction work began. He remained for a long time the only active temple in the city. In the Intercession Cathedral, services are currently held. Restoration of his murals was conducted in 2011.

Polyakova Trading House (Red Shop)

In Barnaul there are many sights of the Altai Territory. The next photo, which we will describe, is presented below.

This is a Polyakova trading house, built in 1913. The building is now occupied by the store "Red". It belongs to the merchant period of the construction of the city of Barnaul and reflects in full all the inherent architectural features of that time. The two-story building, constructed in an eclectic style, has a U-shaped layout.

Red brick was used for facing the facade. This became the basis for the name of the trading house, which spread among the people. Traditional elements of Russian style were chosen for the design of the building: delicate forged ornaments, folk ornaments made of bricks.

In Barnaul in 1917 there was a strong fire. During it, many of the Altai and Altai landmarks located in this city were destroyed: not only wooden but also brick and stone buildings. However, the merchant Polyakov was able to keep this trading house. A local legend says that felt felt moistened in water was ordered to cover the wall with workers. On the first floor of the building in the Soviet era was a department store Narkomtorg USSR.

Museum of avtougon them. Yu. Detochkina

Interesting historical and cultural attractions of the Altai Territory offers tourists the city of Barnaul. One of the most unusual museums in Russia is located here. It is dedicated to motorists. However, as exhibits there are not old or expensive cars assembled here. Its main "heroes" are those items that are relevant to the kidnapping of cars.

This museum was created on the basis of a local rescue service. From the archive of city services, the first items were received. Representatives of the law and order handed over to the collection a door shot through during the chase, "fake" car plates and driving licenses. The citizens themselves made no less contribution. Barnaultsy with the museum shared folk remedies against theft, as well as other inventions. In the fund of this museum today there are more than 150 exhibits.

Sights of the Altai Territory do not end here. We listed only a few of them. You can get acquainted with this amazing place for a very long time. Everyone can find something interesting for themselves, studying the sights of the Altai region, the Altai Territory.