7 unique places in the neighboring countries, which are worth seeing

1. Ile-Alatau National Park, Kazakhstan

Where is: slopes of Trans-Ili Alatau, south of Alma-Ata.

Ile-Alatau Park - is the realm of the pristine nature of a length of 120 km. It was created to preserve the unique natural landscapes, as well as rare species of animals and birds. And the tourists have the opportunity to enjoy this beauty.

In the park there are 15 natural monuments, including several pristine lakes, two waterfalls, glaciers and relic mossy fir groves. There are more than 1000 species of plants, many of which are listed as endangered. representatives of fauna in the reserve there are more than 2000 species. You can find eagles, wolves, foxes, deer and even a snow leopard.

2. Flame Towers, Azerbaijan

Where is: Baku, st. Mehdi Huseynzade, 1a.

Of the reserve fleet in fast forward civilization. Baku Flame Towers are a symbol of the state, because the second title Azerbaijan - "Land of Fire". In ancient times, its territory was inhabited by tribes who worship fire, and "Azeri" means "fire".

Flame Towers - is both a monument and the functioning of the building. They are the highest in the country, to the same location on a hill, so that they are visible from any point of the city. In the evening, the towers include a backlight and LED-screens that show moving flames.

3. Pagan temple of Garni, Armenia

Where is: 28 km from Yerevan, Kotayk region, Azat Valley, near the village of Garni.

Garni pagan temple was built in the I century BC the Armenian king Trdat I. The structure dedicated to the sun god Mitra and performed in the ancient Greek style. It is very similar to its counterpart - the temple of the goddess Athena in Greece. Elaborately carved bas-reliefs and finishing well preserved to our time.

Not far from the temple, the ancient fortress of Garni, as well as the ruins of the royal palace and baths. Armenian ancient rulers were very fond of this place and have arranged his residence here. In one of the amazing ancient baths preserved mosaic with mythological story, made of semiprecious stones.

4. Bialowieza Forest, Belarus

Where is: Brest region, Kamenets district, agro Kamenyuki.

Bialowieza Forest is located on the territory of two countries: Belarus and Poland. In this place grows primeval relic forest, which is nowhere else on the planet has not been preserved. Bialowieza Forest - Europe's oldest nature reserve, with old, he was considered still in the 900's. This ecoregion refers to the UNESCO World Heritage.

Bialowieza Forest - a virgin nature, giant trees and wild animals in the wild and in cages. There are also hotels and restaurants, and a large number of thematic tours to suit all tastes. And in the reserve situated estate of the Belarusian Grandfather Frost's visit is particularly suitable for children.

5. Wine city Cricova, Moldova

Where is: Cricova, Chisinau municipality.

Moldova is famous for its wines and its wine cellars - the place is so unique and extensive that sometimes turn into entire cities. The most famous of them are Cricova and Milestii Mici. They even listed in the Guinness Book of Records. Cities they are called not without reason: there are streets and roads, including road, traffic lights, signage and pipes, vinoprovody. Only instead of houses - a giant wine barrel.

To avoid getting lost here is best to use the card. On it you can see the prospect of Champagne Boulevard Chardonnay, Cabernet street. There are also plants, and a museum. Wines can taste and purchase. The cost of some collectible drinks delayed up to 100 years amounts to several tens of thousands of dollars. Wine city Cricova affects the scope and quality of the product, even the French, who, as we know, they know everything about wine.

6. The Hill of Crosses, Lithuania

Where is: 12 kilometers north of the city of Siauliai, the road Kaliningrad - Riga.

This famous place of pilgrimage for Christians already in the 90 years of the twentieth century there were more than 50 thousand crosses. History of the Hill of Crosses originates probably in the nineteenth century. It is not known where did this shrine. There are many versions and legends. Perhaps, before there was a monastery or a pagan temple. However, the cemetery has never been here.

Folk legend says that the first set on the hill of the cross was a man from a local village. He begged God for healing from a terminally ill daughter. They say that a miracle happened, and she recovered. And this place has since been considered a magic bullet.

Anyone can leave here your cross and pray. Crosses on this hill the most diverse: from the huge carved and finishing of underwear. Excursion to the Hill of Crosses will be interesting to both Christians and lovers of history.

7. "Stone Forest" in the tract Bissekty Formation, Uzbekistan

Where is: Kyzylkum Desert, Depression Mingbulak.

"Stone Forest" is in the middle of the desert, so not so easy to get to it. But it's worth it if you are curious to see the unique nature of the terrain. Bissekty Formation - a true paradise for those interested Palaeologus, as well as for lovers of picturesque views and pictures.

The place itself is very small: about 20 meters in length. But the number of the oldest fossils in it is enormous: up to 200 species of organisms millions of years old. Among them are the remains and footprints of ancient dinosaurs, fish, turtles, sharks, lizards, birds, shellfish and plants. You can even find traces of the teeth of some of them.

The number of such findings "Stone Forest" is unique. But what are themselves the stone tube, the researchers can not say for sure. Most likely, this ancient tree trunks, but there is a version that it nodules (an attempt to take the mineral species), or even a frozen gas. In any case, here you can touch the particle of the prehistoric world that existed long before the appearance of mankind.

Do you know other places of interest that are not included in this list? Write in the comments!

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