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Q: What historical places of Gorno-Altaisk is worth visiting a lover of ancient cultures?

The archaeological complex "Ulalinskaya Parking" with an age of about 1.5 million years is the oldest Paleolithic monument in Siberia. In the halls of the National Museum there are petroglyphs of the Ukok plateau and ritual objects of the Scythian era. The unique “Stone of Desire” on Communist Avenue is an ancient cult object of the Turkic peoples with runic inscriptions.

Q: Where to go in Gorno-Altaisk with children: interesting places for family holidays?

The Republican Zoological Museum demonstrates the fauna of Altai, including stuffed snow leopard and Altai mountain sheep. Children's Art School named after G.I. Choros-Gurkin conducts master classes in traditional crafts. In the Victory Park there is a mini-zoo with local species of animals and an interactive exposition Altai Tale.

Q: Where to take beautiful photos in Gorno-Altaisk: the best photo zones?

The observation deck on Mount Tugaya offers panoramic views of the Maima River Valley and the Iolgo Range. The fountain complex "Blue Lakes" with Altai ornaments is especially picturesque at sunset. At the house-museum of Nicholas Roerich, a fragment of the artist’s expedition camp with ethnic art objects has been recreated.

Q: What legends and legends are associated with the sights of Gorno-Altaisk?

According to Altai beliefs, the “Shaman Stone” on Choros-Gurkin Street has healing power. Legend has it that the mummy of the Altai Princess is cursed – her discovery in 1993 caused an earthquake. Old-timers talk about underground passages under the building of the former CPSU regional committee, built by German prisoners of war in the 1940s.

Q: What little-known sights of Gorno-Altaisk is worth seeing?

The house of merchant Tobokov built in 1908 is a rare example of wooden modernity in the Siberian province. The private gallery "Altai Ark" contains works by local artists inspired by the epic "Maadai Kara". On the outskirts of the city, the remains of the Ulalinsky Fortress - the first Russian fortification in the valley (1830s) were preserved.

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Rock Island Bear

The sight is located in the middle of the river. And to see, see and even touch it, you need to start rafting along the Katun Rive …

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Mount Rzhanaya

In the Altai is not so noticeable mountain under a pleasant and bright name - Rzhanaya. Bread Mountain is one of the most recommen …

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Mount Belukha

Mount Belukha (4506 m above sea level) is the keeper of secrets, one of the mysterious places of the Altai, covered with glaciers, …

Mountain bloody finger

One of the amazing places of Gorno-Altaisk is the Devil's Finger Mountain. From the top of the mountain there is a fascinating vie …

Mount Sinyuha

One of the attractions of the Altai Mountains is the famous Mount Sinyukha. It owes its name to the blue air that envelops the tre …

Mount Aktru-Bashi

Mount Aktru-Bashi, located in the Altai Republic, is translated from the language of the locals as “White House” or “White Home”. …

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North Chui Ridge

The North Chui Ridge is located on the Chuya River in the Altai Mountains. The total length of this object is 120 kilometers. T …

The Red Gate Rocks

The rocks are located near the river Chibitka. A more accurate location is the junction of the Aigulak and Kurak ridges. The Re …

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Excursions Gorno-Altaysk (42)

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Legends of the Chui Tract

Chuisky tract, or highway M-52, connecting Novosibirsk with Biysk and Tashanta, is considered one of the most beautiful roads in t …

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English, Altai, Kazakh, Mongolian spoken

Interpreter guide services. There are also familiar translators in Korean, Japanese, German, French. Group support, as well as in …

10000 ₽ group

11 h. 2 - 12

Reserved edges of the Altai Mountains. Teletskoye lake

I invite you to visit the protected village of Yalyu. The village of Yaylyu is located on the right bank of the lake in the valley …

7000 ₽ man

18 h. 4 - 12

An excursion to Mars. Altai.

Welcome to the most exciting tour of your life! Today I will tell you about an incredible adventure that awaits you on the Martian …

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Guides Gorno-Altaysk (14)

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Leonid Kokpoev

Gorno-Altaysk

Language: Английский, Русский

Live tours of the Great Altai - Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Russia. Group, individual, esoteric, thematic, photo and other tou …

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Kosterenko Sergey

Gorno-Altaysk

Language: Английский, Russian

Your individual route (to order)Personal driver's guideReliability and confidence on the groundSpecial places of Altai! …

Sergei Dahl

Gorno-Altaysk

Language: English, German, Русский

I like to cook meat dishes on fire, I will definitely treat you with delicious national dishes, my own preparation. I c …

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Sarbashev Artabas Borisovich

Gorno-Altaysk

Language: Русский

With me you will see not only one of the most picturesque protected areas of our Republic, but also one of the largest h …

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The Great Altai Journey

1 day - 08:00 meeting of the group, loading things, boarding the UAZ minibus. Purchase of food. Safety briefing. Moving to Biysk - …

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Ukok Plateau on an SUV

The most mystical, the most mysterious place, the most inaccessible place of Altai. The Ukok Plateau is the border of four states: …

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Expedition to Mongolia

Listen, I'll tell you a story... Far, far away, behind the mountains and forests, behind the big rivers there is a wonderful co …

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Horse tour to the Shavlin lakes

Features of the horse tour to the Shavlin lakes Shavli Lake is one of the most beautiful places in the Altai Mountains. It is l …

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