Mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria: list, names and photos

2024 Author: Harold Hamphrey | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 10:06

The Caucasus mountains are very beautiful, which is why many tourists come here. The republic itself is very rich in lakes, there are deciduous and pine forests, special sights that are recommended to see, most of them are located near the mountains.

Elbrus

Considered the highest mountain in Europe and is an extinct volcano. The mountain has two peaks, one is in the east, the other in the west, at an altitude of more than 5000 m or more. There is snow on the mountains, even if it's hot. Every year many tourists come to Elbrus to climb it. It should be noted that a cable car was made here, and you can find a hotel or restaurants nearby. Experienced tourists say that there are healing springs nearby.

The word "Elbrus" is translated from Zendi - this is the people who once ruled Iran - like "high mountain".

The weather in the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria in the Elbrus region is as follows: cool in summer, usually humid. At an altitude of 2000 mthe maximum temperature in summer is + 35. The higher the altitude, the lower the temperature, at 3000 m it becomes 10 degrees less. Somewhere in the beginning of September, the autumn period begins, on the peaks of about 3000 m, autumn comes in October. The higher, the thicker the snow cover, and it can reach 50 meters. And in early May, spring comes. Above 5,000 m, the snow will not melt at all, even if the air and temperature are favorable for this.

Girl braids

This waterfall is located in the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria and is a place worth seeing. If you find the mountain peak Terskol, then on the slope you will just see this waterfall.

If you look at the streams of water that flow down, it seems as if this girl spread her hair. The height of the waterfall is 30 m. Judging by the lower part, its width is about 15 m.

At the top there is a glacier called Gara-Bashi, it is melting, a waterfall flows from it. It is very beautiful, the views are amazing and picturesque, and if you come here during the warm season, you can cool off.

Kumkugenkaya

Belongs to the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria and is located in the Chegem volcanic region, more than 3000 m high. As you can see, there are interesting figures on the plateau itself. The main peak is Kutyube. A lake can be found on the plateau.

Just to look at these figures, many tourists come here. Some figures resemble people, some - animals and camels. The tourists laughbecause there are figures reminiscent of movie and cartoon characters.

Rest

In Kabardino-Balkaria, holidays in the mountains can be very exciting. To do this, you can arrange an excursion, go to the Blue Lakes or go to a ski resort in the Elbrus region.

If you go to the village of Terskol, it is best to relax here from November to April. Ski slopes can be found near Elbrus and Mount Cheget. There are three tracks on Elbrus, even a beginner can ride here.

On Cheget they are a little more difficult, and the slopes there are more dangerous. If you want to snowboard, then the slopes of the mountain are the best, as they have the most snow.

You can find Blue lakes near the Cherek-Balkarsky river. There are 5 lakes, they are located at an altitude of 800 m above sea level. The depth exceeds more than 300 m. The water in this lake is very clear, so a dive center was specially built on the shore. Here you can find locker rooms, a room for preparing equipment, storage, a compressor room, and camp sites.

Mother Mountain

In addition to the above names of mountains, Kabardino-Balkaria is also famous for others, among them we can recall Dykhtau, Koshtantau, Ulu-Tau. It is worth noting that the latter is called Mother Mountain in Kabardino-Balkaria.

Shamans come here in search of solitude, and there are rumors that the mountain cures infertility. An interesting fact is that all the women who visited the mountain with a request to be cured of this disease became pregnant.

In the Caucasus, suchlegends have been passed down for many years. But the mountain will not fulfill all sorts of trifles, only the main and cherished.

The mountain is very majestic, the primordial beauty is visible there. People who have come here say that this place gives the impression of a real temple.

Tourists should remember that Mount Ulutau in Kabardino-Balkaria requires special treatment when climbing it!

You need to give up meat, don't eat it. The benefits of civilization are also prohibited

• There is a special house where all the guests of the mountain come, and you will not find electricity there, in order to warm water or food, they build a fire.
• Next, meditation is performed, it is similar to prayer.
• You need to take a piece of cloth, write a wish on it to formulate your dream, after it is tied to a tree, which is located near the mountain.

Scientists can in no way explain what is happening here, there is a hypothesis that the mountain is like an antenna that provides communication with higher powers. The mountain shows favor to women, but also grants the desires of men.

Mother Mountain in Kabardino-Balkaria is located in the Elbrus national reserve. Near it there is a base for tourists and climbers.

If you are heading there, go from Minvod to Nalchik and Kislovodsk. Better to go by train, or go by plane.

If you are in Mineralnye Vody or already nearby cities, then you can find an offer for excursions. It is worth noting that it can be expensive, because next tothere is a border zone, you will need a sightseeing visa. In connection with this fact, it is best to contact a travel agency.

You will drive about 50 kilometers to Elbrus, then you will see a waterfall and a gorge, from here you need to go on a lift with a car, there is a road in the forest, you will drive about 12 km to the camp. Then you will find the climbers' camp. You should know that after this camp you will have to walk to Mount Ullu-Tau in Kabardino-Balkaria.

Remember that if you are traveling by your own transport, you need to order a special pass for the car in advance, otherwise you will not be allowed into the border zone.

But along the way you can meet people who sell all sorts of things made of wool and the like. Border guards walk around the territory - they can check the passport.

When they ask in Kabardino-Balkaria how to get to Mother Mountain - Ulu-Tau, it is better to act like experienced tourists. They do this: they take a ticket to Nalchik, get there either by plane, or by train, or in some other way. From Nalchik they go to the village of Upper Boxom. The transport stop is called the Adyr-su gorge. And then get out, go up on the lift, go on foot to the camp. Then you place yourself and ask there how to go hiking to the mountain. Near Ullu-Tau you will find at the foot of the tree of desires, a stone where people also leave their notes.

Sacred Mountain

Mount Ulu-Tau in Kabardino-Balkaria is considered sacred, refers to places of power. There are a lot of such places in the Caucasus, there really ispowerful energy, which people have noted more than once. Near the mountain, a shaman's ritual is performed with the help of tambourines. All energy centers open, information about the future and answers to questions are received. Not far from the mountain is the Silver Key, it is healing, because there is a lot of silver there. Therefore, water can cure many diseases. You can take it with you in a bottle and bring it home.

In the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria, photos are always beautiful, because there are amazing places here. It is recommended to take photo and video equipment, you can go to a village called Eltyubyu. This place is considered anomalous, because something incomprehensible is going on there over time. The clock starts to lag or does not go. If you leave milk or meat even in summer, nothing will happen to them.

Dykhtau

Translated as "Steep Mountain". It is considered the second highest mountain after Elbrus. There are two high peaks, more than 5000 m. Pushkin Peak can also be distinguished. There are more than 10 routes laid by climbers. The Bezengi climbers' camp is also located there.

Dyrhau is also sometimes called "Jagged Mountain". Compared to Elbrus, the mountain does not look too huge. However, compared to others, she is quite formidable. Its slopes are covered with snow that does not melt, and there are also hanging glaciers. The path to the top is very difficult.

A funny fact - this place is also sometimes called the presidium in the Caucasus, because it is here that all the highest mountains - five thousand meters, seem to have specially gathered, but there is no Kazbek andElbrus.

Koshtantau

The name comes from the word "Kosh", which means "dwelling" or "parking". And if you look at the mountain from afar, it becomes clear that it is very much like a tent. Koshtantau is a hard-to-reach mountain, quite high itself. The approximate height of the mountain is more than 5000 meters. It is popular among climbers, despite the danger and the possibility of dying while climbing it. Clouds seem to float near its majestic peaks, and at dawn the sun paints the mountain in amazing colors.

Shkhara

This word means "Striped". Shkhara is the highest point in the main Caucasian range. It is also the highest point in Georgia. The main peak of Shkhara reaches more than 5000 km. Near the southern slope you can find a village called Ushguli. UNESCO has listed it as a World Heritage Site.

Shkhara is part of the so-called Bezengi wall. This area is almost 12 m long. It is located in the highest part of this range. There is not one peak, but five. The wall also includes the peak named after Shota Rustaveli.

To get to the village, you should go from Nalchik and get to the village of Bezengi. Next, you need to drive 15 km along the road, but it is recommended to take an off-road vehicle, since the road is unpaved. Not far from the climbers' camp you will see a bridge that leads across the Cherek River. It is from there that you can see a piece of the above wall. By the way, the camp has electricity, you can go to the dining room, take a shower, live in tents or in a house, and there is also a cellular connection.

Most oftenclimbers spend the night and rest here before the next conquest of one of the slopes of Shkhara.

Donguzorun, Nakratau

If you want to know what mountains in Kabardino-Balkaria can still surprise tourists, then read about these. Have you ever been on an excursion to Elbrus or traveled from Mineralnye Vody? Surely we ended up on the cable car and drove up Mount Cheget. In addition to Elbrus, you were most likely shown Donguzorun. It has a height of more than 4000 m, there is also a glacier, it is called "Seven" - because of the contour. There is also a lake there.

Actually, the mountain became known by the name of the lake. Once upon a time, Svans lived in these places, they bred pigs. Therefore, the name of the lake denotes the place where these animals were bred.

Nakratau - the Svens called it "Not Sharp Mountain". Its height is 4269 m. It looks very beautiful, especially in summer, although its snowy peaks never melt.

Gertybashi, Almalykaya, Mother-in-law's teeth, Kogutai

The first mountain, 4246 m high, is located in the Bezengi region, hiding behind the shadow of Koshtantau.

The second is very beautiful, located in the Rocky Range. Located in the Baksan valley. If you translate its name, then the translation will be "Apple Rock".

The third is also located in the Rocky Ridge. Nearby is a village called Bylym. If you look at the peak from the south, its name becomes clear.

The peaks of Kogutai are the most recognizable in the Elbrus region. Naturally, except for Elbrus. They form two triangles, and at the bottom there is a glacier, as if in the form of a tongue. This picturecan be seen near Cheget, or on the road to Elbrus.

Bashiltau, Sugantau, Salynantau

The first mountain is located on the border of Georgia and Kabardino-Balkaria. She has a very beautiful shape: in the form of a pyramid. A glacier called Bashir originates on the slopes, and it is its waters that form the source of the Chegem River.

The height of the second is 4487 m. As you know, there is a side ridge nearby, there is a separate area. So, this mountain is the highest point of this site. Very often the ridge is called the Sugan Alps.

The third one is located near the Chegem and Bezengi region, its passes are difficult to pass, some of them run the border between our country and Georgia.

Tips

To get to Kabardino-Balkaria, you must first come to the city of Nalchik. You can come by plane, you can also get there by train.

If you are driving your own car or with friends, then you will need the M4 highway. It goes along the route from Moscow, passes through the city of Rostov-on-Don, through Mineralnye Vody, through Baksan, then through Tyrnyauz, and then you have to go to Terskol.

You can stay for the night in various sanatoriums, tourist campsites, recreation centers, climbers' bases and so on.

Many people think that it is possible to take tents with you, but you should keep in mind that if you plan to climb the mountain, then take a special insulated tent.

There is a base called Ullu-Tau, it is located near the mountain of the same name. Even beginners can come here, because there are instructors who will teach you the basics of mountaineering.

Alsothere is a base called Shkhelda, which can be found on the corresponding river, right on the left bank, where the Adyl-su and Shkhelda rivers merge.

And very often they rent housing in the private sector. Tourists are advised to go to the market where they sell various items, you can buy a horseshoe as a souvenir.

It is advisable to go to the Aushiger thermal springs and the Blue Lakes. Most often, freeride competitions are held here. The competition attracts enough attention from athletes that many tourists also come to watch it.