Markkhotsk Ridge of Gelendzhik Bay

Markhot is a picturesque mountain range located in Gelendzhik.

For 90 km in the Western Caucasus stretches the Markhot Ridge, running parallel to the Main Ridge.

On the ridge itself there is a beautiful natural monument - Sheskharissky woodland, consisting of a juniper.

The top of the ridge is 650 m high, equipped with an observation deck with a delightful view of the

beautiful Gelendzhik Bay and the city.

After sunset, numerous city lights are lit, and, reflecting on the sea surface, create a similar picture.

The observation deck can be reached by cable car, located in Safari Park.

Also at the peak point of the ridge are the so-called ruins.

There is an abandoned military base and its ruined foundation.

You can reach the sights from the village of Vinogradnoye. There's a bus and a taxi before him.

At the end of the route on the highway is a bus stop. From it by bus you can get back to the village of Vinogradnoe.