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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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