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Q: What historical places of Pyatigorsk is worth visiting a lover of ancient Russian architecture?

The Cathedral of Christ the Savior in 1825 is the only example of pseudo-Gothic in the region, designed by the Bernardazzi brothers. The Church of Lazarus Four-Day 1856 combines Byzantine and Old Russian motifs. Of particular interest is the Ermolov Gallery of 1881 with elements of the Russian style, named after General A.P. Ermolov.

Q: Where to go in Pyatigorsk with children: interesting places for family holidays?

Children will be impressed by the Flower Park with its Diana Grotto, where Lermontov visited, and modern play areas. In the Pyatigorsk Museum of Local Lore there is a unique collection of archaeological finds of the Bronze Age. On Mount Goryachy there is a cable car with a panoramic view of the Caucasian Mineral Waters.

Q: Where to take beautiful photos in Pyatigorsk: the best photo zones?

The "Aeolian Harp" gazebo on Mount Mashuk offers picturesque views of Elbrus and the city panorama. The Academic Gallery with its neoclassical facade and colonnade is an ideal backdrop for architectural photographs. Romantic shots will be obtained at the Lermontov Grotto, where scenes from the "12 chairs" were filmed.

Q: What legends and legends are associated with the sights of Pyatigorsk?

According to legend, a dragon lived in the cave of Provala until he was expelled by the monks. The gazebo "Aeolou harp" was named after the mythical god of winds because of the sounds created by the wind in its strings. Mount Mashuk is shrouded in secrets - allegedly there was an ancient temple dedicated to the sun god Mithra.

Q: What little-known sights of Pyatigorsk are worth seeing?

The dacha of Elsa is a wooden mansion in 1912 in Art Nouveau style with carved balconies, owned by a German entrepreneur. In the Victory Park, a rare monument of Stalin's empire - the rotunda "Glory to Labor" - has been preserved. The house-museum of A.A. Alyabyev is unique, where the composer wrote the novel The Nightingale.

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Lake Tambukan

On the border of the Stavropol Territory near Pyatigorsk is Lake Tambukan. It is famous for salt water and therapeutic mud, which …

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The real pride of the resort part of Pyatigorsk is represented by the karst cave "Proval" in the form of a huge cone-shaped funnel …

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Tracking in Jila-Su. German airfield. Elbrus

Level of training: Suitable for unprepared tourists Season: May-October Duration of the hike: 6-7 hours Route length: 8-10 km Alti …

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Upper Balkaria + Tongue of Troll + Chateau-Erken Castle

We invite you on a trip to Kabardino-Balkaria - one of the most picturesque corners of our country. You will find the pristine bea …

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Sightseeing bus and walking tour of 4 cities of KMV.

You can get an idea of the uniqueness of the Caucasian Mineral Waters and get acquainted with 4 resort cities in one day. With an …

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Arkhyz - a small mountainous country

You will pass through the valley of the river Podkumok and find out where the Great Silk Road passed.Consider the traces of the an …

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Zakharov Dmitry

Yaroslavl

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"Legends of Old Yaroslavl" is the author's route of Dmitry Zakharov, generously filled with true stories about the fate …

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Gemerenko Eugene

Yessentuki

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Any tour of the Caucasus is first of all an interesting trip to places riddled with historical collisions and natural an …

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Ekaterina Kozhukhova

Pyatigorsk

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Group excursions, individual excursions, meeting at the airport, transfer, booking tickets, hotel reservation, escort at …

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Danil

Kislovodsk

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On mountain tours, I go with my tourists all the pedestrian areas, where other guides will send on an independent trip. …

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Karachayev Jily-Su

Jily-su is an area high in the mountains of Karachay-Cherkessia, west of Mount Elbrus, known for its mineral springs. The tour bel …

Treasures of the Caucasus

You will find a unique selection of excursions throughout the North Caucasus. From sightseeing tours of the cities of the Caucasia …

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Burning tours to the sanatorium "MASHUK" Pyatigorsk from 1700 rubles.

Sanatorium "Mashuk" Pyatigorsk from 1700 rubles. 2-seat room for 1700 rubles per day per person! The price includes accommodation …

Karachayev Jily-Su

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