7 places where you do not know Russian

1. Chuiski Altai

What is it like: road through Oberalp Pass in Switzerland.

They say that in Russia two troubles, and one of them - the road. But looking at this track, and I want to throw a backpack in the trunk and go on a trip. Or at least read Kerouac. Revision «National Geographic Russia" Chuiski included in the top 10 most beautiful roads of the world, and here's why.

R256 track (or M-52) begins in Novosibirsk and extends up to the border with Mongolia and road segment from Byisk called Chuiskoye tract. Its length - 953 kilometers. That is to drive along the highway - is like to cross the whole of France from north to south.

As the portal "Heroes of Might and Magic": each turn moves to a new location. The road passes through gorges and valleys, it winds past the serpentine flickering, like a suit of Austin Powers, lakes and mountain panoramas. Without turning off the road, you will pass and the noisy rapids of the Katun River, Chuy and desert steppe - the only place in Russia, where camels are bred (no, seriously, camels!).

Getting there

Chuiski begins in Biisk. To get there from Moscow can be a direct train number 136m Moscow - Biysk. He goes on even number and goes 2.5 days. Airport in Biisk not, but you can fly to Barnaul and Novosibirsk, and from there by car, bus or train to arrive at your destination.

2. Kizil Chin in Altai

What is it like: colored rocks Danks Zhangye in China.

To make a photo on a background of the martian landscape, not necessarily go to Mars. Enough to know the right turn Chu tract, and voila - the pass at the next Matt Damon already grows potatoes.

Kyzyl-Chin Altai really called Mars. Red, brick, maroon, yellow and other shades stripes lie on the rocks, creating a truly cosmic landscapes. Unusually bright colors mountains gives the iron, manganese and chromium. On the cracked earth is almost no plants, only in some places over-dried bushes and withered grass visible.

Getting there

To begin with - the SUV. On the 864-kilometer Chu tract towards Mongolia, turn right. You need to cross the bridge over I feel and drive into the village Chagan-Uzun. At this point the main road leads to the right, but you need to go left through the poplar grove.

You will pass through the gate fence for cows and overcome the steep climb, after which will be a fork. You left, down. You drive through the dry riverbed, then - by shepherd parking. For the second parking lot to turn right across the river. Will drive a little right and right to see the colored mountains.

3. The beaches of the Primorye

What is it like: Maldives.

Yes, advertising "Bounty" could well take off in Russia. Triozore bay, surrounded by cliffs, white beaches and surprise piercing turquoise sea, which, together with you will be swimming fish. Many are engaged in snorkeling.

And on the island paradise Putiatina you will see caves, waterfalls and cliffs that resemble animals. At the heart of the island there is a lake, where in late July - early August lotuses bloom relic that exist on the planet for over 100 million years.

The only thing that can spoil the rest, - the sea urchins on the bottom. But somewhere near tan spotted deer. You are unlikely to meet them, but it's nice to know that they are.

Getting there

The island is located in the bay Peter, approximately 50 kilometers from Vladivostok. Way by car or bus takes about 3 hours. You need to get to the village of the Danube, and then transfer to a barge. She walks several times a day and goes to the island 15 minutes.

4. Quay "Bruges" in Yoshkar-Ola

What is it like: City of Bruges in Belgium.

It seems that the president of the Republic of Mari El - a big fan of Colin Farrell, once decided to copy the Belgian town. "Bruges" - site promenade with Flemish architecture, which stick together neat colored houses with arches and spiers. In contrast to the Belgian twins, we built them in 2010 alone. And in houses with carved facades do not sell truffles and Lace - basically different ministries are located here.

In general, in addition to Self, there is nothing special to do. Except that lie on the bottom is now possible in Yoshkar-Ola.

Getting there

From Moscow to Yoshkar-Ola is most convenient to reach by car or train. The trip by car takes 10-13 hours. Train "Mari El" sent from Moscow every day at 16:20, and arrives the following day at 06:52.

5. Koyashskoe lake in Crimea

What is it like: Hiller lake in Australia.

Koyashskoe Lake is no different from the others, does not occur until the summer heat - then the water turns pink, like a panther. Color gives it microscopic algae and crustaceans. The more heat, the more water evaporates increasing the concentration of color.

When the water recedes, the beach is covered with salt drifts. Water depth - just 1 meter, so the salt crystallized on protruding stones which become similar to pink icebergs.

Cimmerian steppe, which in other times rampant grasses and birds nest, fade. Wind carries salt on it, and the steppe becomes unfit for all life. Magic and no letters from Hogwarts!

Getting there

From Moscow, first you need to fly to Simferopol and from there by road to Kerch. From Kerch to get to the village Marevka. Then about half an hour walking through the reserve. From Kerch Marevku № also a bus 78. From there, about 5 kilometers across the steppe road towards Opuk mountains. You can go to one stop earlier, in the village of Yakovenkova, and walk about 7 kilometers along the coast through the reserve.

6. plateau Putorana

What is it like: Iceland.

Even the name of this place reminds the Icelandic tongue twister. With the Yukaghir language of the ancient East Siberian people, it translates as "Mountain without tops."

Ancient plateau is located in the geographical center of Russia and is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. He is about 250 million years, and during that time it has not changed much. There is no cellular, electricity and Walter Mitty. But there are more than 20 thousand waterfalls, including the highest in Russia, fordoobraznye lakes that go away for many kilometers, and mountains, from which if cut tops.

Getting there

Previously, Moscow had to fly to Norilsk, and from there by helicopter or boat. But now the airport is closed for repair. You can fly through Krasnoyarsk and Svetlogorsk, Svetlogorsk is sent but only one flight a week. In other words, get a little easier to Iceland.

7. White Mosque in Bolgar, Tatarstan

What is it like: Taj Mahal, India.

It seems that White always in the shadow of the mosque Kul Sharif. But if after the "Viking" Russian directors take on a remake of "Slumdog Millionaire", the shoot will certainly be here. During the solemn marble arches of the White Mosque kept the world's largest Koran weighing 800 kilograms.

Getting there

The mosque is located in the ancient city of Bolgar, about 200 kilometers from Kazan. You can get there by car, bus or high-speed boat on the Volga. The bus runs from the bus station "South" twice a day. On the boat "Meteor" to travel only from May to September.

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