The Golden Ring of Ossetia

On a friendly journey through the main visiting cards of Ossetia, you will discover breathtaking views in the Kadargavan Canyon and the Karmadon Gorge. Ride a swing over the abyss. Touch the secrets of the largest necropolis of the North Caucasus. Get acquainted with the history of the founders of the Ossetian families and visit the highest mountain monastery in Russia.

What awaits you

• Carmadon Gorge. In the infamous place where the Kolka Glacier descended, you will better understand the scale of the disaster, learn about the progress of search operations and hear the story of the creation of the monument to the victims.
• Dargava necropolis. On the territory of the largest burial ground in the North Caucasus, we will talk not only about the value of the archaeological monument, but also about the mysteries of the City of the Dead. You will find out which versions about its origin are most true and what dark legends are associated with family crypts.
• Art objects. On the way there will also be several stops near bright installations. This is the “Balsaga Wheel”, the letter “æ” and “Mirror Leopard”, near which we will talk about the idea of the authors and the sacred symbol of the Ossetians.
• Swings overlooking Fiagdon gorge will give unforgettable impressions and a new portion of atmospheric images.
• Alan Men's Monastery. On the territory of the highest mountain monastery of Russia, built in 2000, you will get acquainted with an important pilgrimage center of North Ossetia and local shrines.
• Kurt and Tag Towers. You will also explore the ancient watchtowers, where you will learn about the origins of the ancestral settlements of the Ossetians and the brothers-founders of aristocratic dynasties.
• Dzivgis rock fortress of 13-16 centuries. Ahead we have a cult fortification monument of the Middle Ages with stories and legends about the most impregnable citadel of Ossetia.
• Kadargavan Canyon. In conclusion, you will visit the place where the riotous Fiagdon cut a gap in the thickness of limestone rocks and gave our region another natural miracle.

We will be glad to answer your questions in an informal atmosphere on a variety of topics related to the culture and traditions of Ossetia. Let us tell the stories of our old people. We will take you to proven establishments, where you will taste real Ossetian pies that will melt the heart of the most exquisite gourmet. And we promise that at the stops you will have enough time to enjoy the moment and recharge the energy of the untouched nature of Ossetia!

Organizational details

• The trip takes place on a comfortable SUV
• Food is paid additionally
• Take care of comfortable clothes and shoes for the season, be sure to take warm clothes, in holy places you must observe the traditional dress code.

The tour will be conducted by me or another guide from my team.

The meeting place by agreement with the guide, you can discuss it when ordering the tour.