Orenburg region. Nature of the Orenburg region (photo)

The Orenburg region, whose nature impresses with its beauty, is considered one of the best places in Russia for a quiet family holiday. Unique monuments, high mountains, unusual rocks, lakes, burs are all the main sights of the region. Every traveler must see the wonders of nature in the Orenburg region at least once in his life!

State Nature Reserve

The Orenburg region, whose nature is famous for its beautiful landscapes, water bodies and unique representatives of flora and fauna, is a favorite place for rest among tourists of many countries of Eastern Europe. In this region there are several protected areas.

Orenburg State Reserve is the largest reserve in the steppe regions of the Southern Urals and the Volga region. The protected area includes 4 sites. Consider these natural monuments of the Orenburg region in more detail.

Talovsky steppe

It is a zone of dry steppes and saline soils. On the territory of the site there are rare representatives of the flora: Tulips Shrenk, beautiful feather grass and other species listed in the Red Book. Particularly picturesque these places become in May, when the plains are covered with a beautiful carpet of flowering plants. In addition, the Talovskaya steppe is famous for its unique historical monument. Here is the Sarmatian burial mound.

Burtyn Steppe

Protected areas and nature of the Orenburg region is what this amazing land is famous for. The Burtyn steppe is the most beautiful land, the pride of local residents. This site of the state reserve is located in the interfluve between the Urals and Ilek. On this territory there are such rare representatives of the fauna as streptets, steppe eagles, kurgans, suckers, etc.

The Burtyn steppe is the place where the most beautiful and unique natural objects of the Orenburg region are.

• Tuzkaragal is the central part of the reserve.
• Spring Kaynar - a powerful healing spring, the water in which does not freeze even in the most fierce winter.
• Elevation of Carmen - on this site there are unique shrub and stony steppes.
• The lakes of Koskol are a real pearl of the Urals. These are unique reservoirs of karst origin. Settled in the headwaters of the Tuzlukolli river.
• Turtle swamp is the only habitat of the marsh tortoise on the territory of the Orenburg reserve.
• Sarmatsky burial mound VII-III cc. BC. E.

Aituirskaya Steppe

The Aituar steppe is the most beautiful part of the Orenburg nature reserve. On its territory there are unique natural objects. The Aituar steppe is famous for its unique landscape - a combination of mountain ranges and beams.

• The Zharyk beam is an unusual geological object. It is located in the central part of the Aituar steppe.
• The Shinbutak gorge is famous for rock outcrops.
• On the territory of the tract Karagashty there is a plant orchis shlemonosny, which is listed in the Red Book.
• Shaitan-mountain is a beautiful limestone mountain on the bank of the Ural River.
• Burial mounds belonging to the late nomadic tribes of the Middle Ages.

Ashshisay Steppe

The Aschisay steppe is a unique natural area that has not been subjected to human exposure for the whole time of its existence. In these places, rare representatives of the fauna live: the steppe eagle, the mute swan, the mound, the snake. On the territory of the steppe there are several unique natural objects:

• Lake Zhurmankol is a habitat for rare birds, particularly the swan-swan.
• The mound of the Middle Ages, belonging to the tribes of the late nomads.

Lakes of Sol-Iletsk

For people who prefer traveling with their families, the most favorite holiday destination will be the Orenburg region. The nature of this region is surprisingly rich, and its main advantage is the lake.

Sol-Iletsk has long earned the glory of the most beautiful city of the Orenburg region. It is located on the shore of a huge lake Razval. In this place in ancient times there were sources of table salt. In the XVIII century, the development of a salt dome began, during which a huge lake formed in the territory of Sol-Iletska. The collapse is famous for its healing water. Bathing in this lake is recommended for people with skin diseases and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. It should be noted that the water in Razval is very cold, but it does not freeze even in winter.

In the territory of Sol-Iletsk there are other reservoirs. Lake Dunino is famous for its healing waters, which have a sedative effect.

Mud baths are very popular among tourists. You can feel the healing power of organic mud by visiting Tuzlunnoye Lake.

Buzuluksky Bor

The nature of the Orenburg region, the photo of which is presented in the article, impresses with its uniqueness and beauty. The confirmation of this is the Buzuluksky forest. This huge forest area is located in the territories of the Orenburg and Samara regions. In this amazing place people like to relax. After all, it is here that you can forget about the city fuss and enjoy the beautiful nature.

Most of the territory of Buzuluk boron is covered with grass and mossy pine forests. Here grow rare trees, bushes and grass.

Mountains of the Orenburg region

• Mount Colonel - the most famous natural landmark of the city of Orsk (Orenburg region). The nature here is surprisingly beautiful. Small hills rise above the quiet river of Orju. In addition, this place is famous for unique deposits of jasper (semi-precious multi-colored stone).
• The Guberlin mountains are located not far from the city of Orsk, in the south-eastern part of the Southern Urals. Here spring springs originate with crystal clear healing water.
• The Red Mountain, located on the bank of the Sakmara River, is considered a unique monument of the Orenburg region. Here is built Belogorsky fortress in full size.
• Mount Camel located near the village. Donskoy. In recent years, the hill has been used for hang gliding purposes.

Reservoirs

• Iriklinskoye reservoir is one of the largest reservoirs of the Urals of artificial origin. It is considered a real tourist attraction of the Orenburg region. The Iriklinskaya HPP is functioning at the reservoir.
• Kumak reservoir in size slightly inferior to Iriklinsky. This artificial reservoir has become a favorite place for locals. Sandy beaches, crystal clear water, interesting geological objects - all this creates excellent conditions for summer holidays. In addition, there is a lot of fish in the pond, so hundreds of anglers come here every year.
• The Sakmara River is ideal for water tourism. A rapid current, the purest water, many tributaries - all this is great for an alloy.
• Ural is the largest river in the Orenburg region. It originates in the Republic of Bashkortostan, then continues its journey to the territories of Russia and Kazakhstan and flows into the Caspian Sea. In the past, the river was navigable, but now has lost its strategic importance. Today, the Urals is a favorite place for bathing residents of the Orenburg region and tourists.