Among the many wonders of Russia, Lake Peipus cannot be overlooked. The northern and western shores of this natural resource are assigned to Estonia, and the eastern one belongs to our state. In this place, it is worth noting, there is a unique combination of flora and fauna - more than fifty different species of birds and the same number of varieties of mammals on the planet. The flora is striking in its riot, despite the northern latitudes and very low temperatures even in summer. In addition, Lake Peipus itself is an incredible purity of water, under which there is a sandy bottom.
The fastest way to get to this wonderful place is by car from St. Petersburg or from Pskov. In the first case, you will have to cover a distance of 250 km, which will take approximately 3 hours. If you go by car from Pskov, you will get to the right place in about half an hour, and the rest of the way depends on the recreation center on Lake Peipsi, which you have chosen in advance. Among these, one can note a wonderful place called "Chudskoye Compound", as well as the cottage village "Far Far Far Away". Ships can arrive without prior registration of the number, if you simplyyou want to admire the local nature and take a walk around the neighborhood. On holidays and weekends, many people from nearby villages come here for picnics and walks.
This region has a cold and humid climate. Often in winter, the temperature here drops below -30 degrees. Around November, Lake Peipus completely freezes, after which snow falls, which stays on the surface until April. In summer it is always cool here - the temperature ranges from +20 to +26 degrees. It is also worth noting that the sun is considered a very rare phenomenon in this region. Most often, gray clouds swirl over Chudyu.
On the coast of this northern reservoir there are many he alth resorts, children's camps, as well as entertainment complexes. Of course, they are not as gigantic as in big cities, but you definitely won’t be bored in these establishments. Cozy cafes surround the entire Lake Peipus both from Russia and on opposite coasts. Therefore, on cold days, you can always warm yourself in a local restaurant and drink hot tea, and if the weather pleases with its warmth, then you have at your disposal the cleanest sandy beach and the waters of this unique lake.
The city of Gdov is the main center where almost everyone who comes to rest on Lake Peipsi gathers. On the map of this village, first of all, you can find the main sights that go back centuries. First of allIt is worth mentioning the Gdov Kremlin, the mention of which dates back to the 14th century. The Cathedral of the Sovereign Mother of God is located here as a monument of ancient architecture, as well as the "Raven Stone", glorified by the famous commander and Tsar Alexander Nevsky.
As the surroundings of this reservoir are rich in flora and fauna, so Lake Peipsi itself is rich in fish. Here, local and visiting fishermen catch pike, pike perch, roach, capelin, bream, ruff and many other representatives of the underwater kingdom. If you are a fan of this activity, then go to the Peipsi coast, and you can get a lot of pleasure from fishing and from the unique nature that will surround you.
