Directions 2024, November

Rest in Kabardino-Balkaria: Shadkhurei lake and Gedmishkh waterfall

Rest in Kabardino-Balkaria: Shadkhurei lake and Gedmishkh waterfall

There are several options for the names of these lakes: Shanthurei, Chan Khurei and others. The reason for their occurrence was the difficulties with transcription when translating into Russian. So, "Shadhurei" means "round pool". If we take the literal translation, then "round stagnant water." But this is completely true, since not a single river flows into the reservoirs and does not follow from there. Groundwater is their only source of food

"Abramtsevo", museum-estate: how to get there, description, reviews

"Abramtsevo", museum-estate: how to get there, description, reviews

This museum is always crowded. Manor "Abramtsevo" today is a popular one-day vacation spot among Muscovites. On its territory there is a magnificent museum-reserve

Senezh lake. Lake Senezh - fishing, recreation

Senezh lake. Lake Senezh - fishing, recreation

In the Solnechnogorsk region, north of the city of Solnechnogorsk, there is the cleanest and largest lake Senezh in the Moscow region. The photos of this reservoir, which are in this article, cannot fully convey all its charms. Every summer, thousands of vacationers come here in search of peace

Mountains of Azerbaijan: description, mountain routes. Rest in Azerbaijan in the mountains

Mountains of Azerbaijan: description, mountain routes. Rest in Azerbaijan in the mountains

Mountains of Azerbaijan: Babadag, Bazarduzu, Talysh mountains, Yanar Dag, Geyazan and the ancient city of Gabala. Ski resorts of the country: Shahdag and Tufandag. Legends that are shrouded in mountains, holy places and healing springs

Thailand or Vietnam: comparison, where to go, reviews

Thailand or Vietnam: comparison, where to go, reviews

Southeast Asian countries are becoming more and more popular with Russian tourists. This is due to the relatively mild climate and numerous attractions. Among the countries of this region, Thailand and Vietnam stand out. They are located close to each other, have similar cultural traditions and the same climate. All this creates difficulties for tourists when choosing a place to stay. Thailand or Vietnam - which country to prefer? This is covered in this article

Orel - Bryansk: timetable of trains and buses between cities

Orel - Bryansk: timetable of trains and buses between cities

In this article, we will consider the timetable and stopping points of trains and buses running between Bryansk and Orel

M5 highway - beautiful landscapes and terrible roads

M5 highway - beautiful landscapes and terrible roads

Each of us wants to go on a long journey by car. But the weather and roads are scary. But there are also desperate people who are not afraid of mountains, potholes, traffic jams. There are no barriers for them. And the M5 highway seems easy for them

Berezan: an island in the Black Sea

Berezan: an island in the Black Sea

Berezan Island is a small area located in the Black Sea and is one of its visiting cards

Kinburn Spit: recreation, fishing, photos and reviews

Kinburn Spit: recreation, fishing, photos and reviews

Kinburn Spit is a quiet and amazing place, which only recently gained popularity among vacationers and became a tourist symbol of the Nikolaev region of Ukraine. For a long time there was a military, then - the border zone. But after the collapse of the USSR, Kinburn turned into a kind of magnet, which attracted with unstoppable force those who wanted a “wild” and at the same time exclusive vacation. Now this is the name of the whole peninsula, stretching from the confluence of the Dnieper and the Bug to the Black Sea

"Jolly Roger", Engels: review, description and reviews

"Jolly Roger", Engels: review, description and reviews

On the banks of the picturesque Volga, on the Sazanka archipelago, the Jolly Roger is waiting for its guests. The modern tourist complex is located almost in the center of the city of Engels. The complex has excellent infrastructure, luxurious rooms, a cozy cafe-bar, a sauna, a bathhouse, a clean sandy beach, an outdoor pool on the territory of the complex with sun loungers and umbrellas

Lagonaki. Attractions - real wonders

Lagonaki. Attractions - real wonders

Lagonaki, whose sights are so diverse and numerous, is destined to become part of the North Caucasus Resorts project in the near future

Where is it better to relax on the Black Sea in summer

Where is it better to relax on the Black Sea in summer

Every year, thousands of Russians go to the sea, and everyone thinks about where it is better to relax on the Black Sea. Mostly choose the Krasnodar Territory, Crimea and Abkhazia

Choosing where it is better to relax at sea with children

Choosing where it is better to relax at sea with children

When choosing where it is better to relax at sea with children, several factors must be taken into account. Firstly, the ecology of the resort is very important; secondly, a developed infrastructure for children's entertainment is desirable so that a small tourist does not get bored there

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic. History, sights of Prague

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic. History, sights of Prague

Ancient and mystical, unique and charming, golden Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic. For millennia, it has grown and developed at the crossroads of trade routes. In its appearance, you can see the entire history of European architecture: Gothic castles and arches, Baroque churches and Renaissance buildings, Rococo and Art Nouveau buildings

Genuine gem of Venice - the ancient Ri alto Bridge

Genuine gem of Venice - the ancient Ri alto Bridge

Ancient Ri alto Bridge is rightly called the hallmark of Venice. Until the 19th century, only this structure connected the banks of the Grand Canal

Krasnodar reservoir: recreation, fishing and construction history

Krasnodar reservoir: recreation, fishing and construction history

Krasnodar Reservoir is an artificial reservoir on the Kuban River in the Republic of Adygea and the Krasnodar Territory of Russia. It is the largest in the North Caucasus

Metro Izmailovskaya. The color of the Moscow outskirts

Metro Izmailovskaya. The color of the Moscow outskirts

If you suddenly have a desire to see a city familiar from childhood in a somewhat unusual perspective, then you are right here, on the eastern outskirts of Moscow. The subway tunnel comes to the surface here, and here we are in Izmailovo - one of the oldest historical districts of the capital. Metro Izmailovskaya, we get off here

History of the metro station "Pervomaiskaya"

History of the metro station "Pervomaiskaya"

Metro station "Pervomayskaya" of the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line. Its architectural features and location in the historical district of Izmailovo

Estuary is a small narrow bay

Estuary is a small narrow bay

This article will focus on estuaries. What it is? What is the meaning of the word liman? In mountainous areas, the sea coast is often not even, but very indented, as a result of which large and small bays are formed, such as a lagoon and an estuary. This word is translated from Greek as a harbor or bay

Tuchkov bridge (St. Petersburg). Tuchkov bridge: photo

Tuchkov bridge (St. Petersburg). Tuchkov bridge: photo

St. Petersburg is unthinkable without bridges. Mostly tourists come here to walk along the romantic embankments of the Neva or ride along the canals in a pleasure boat

Georgian railway: stations, stations, directions

Georgian railway: stations, stations, directions

Georgia's railway stretches across the entire territory of the state. It operates lines with a length of about 1323.9 km, as well as many bridges, tunnels, passenger stations and loading stations

Israel Railways: freight and passenger rail transport

Israel Railways: freight and passenger rail transport

In Israel, within the framework of state policy, special attention has recently been paid to the modernization of freight and rail transport. Israel Railways is a rare example of recovery, when an almost forgotten and unused mode of transport turned into a main means of transportation, especially for passenger traffic

Russia, Karachay (lake): photos and reviews

Russia, Karachay (lake): photos and reviews

Karachay is a lake famous for its mystery; it is often called a terrible reservoir. It stretched for 130 thousand meters. Unfortunately, now it does not exist. On November 26, 2015, the last square meter of the area occupied by this lake was covered

How to get from Amsterdam to Brussels on your own?

How to get from Amsterdam to Brussels on your own?

From Brussels to Amsterdam, the distance by car is overcome in 2.5 hours. This is about 215 kilometers, taking into account the absence of traffic jams, which are more in Brussels than in Moscow. In this regard, take into account the time of departure from the city and do not plan for morning and evening rush hours

Krymskaya embankment in Moscow

Krymskaya embankment in Moscow

Krymskaya Embankment is located in the Yakimanka area, on the right bank of the Moskva River. This place got its name not by chance. Being a continuation of Pushkinskaya embankment, Krymskaya originates from the Krymsky bridge

Metro station "New Cheryomushki"

Metro station "New Cheryomushki"

A brief history of the metro station and the Moscow district "New Cheryomushki". Architectural features of a typical station design

What is remarkable about Kyiv metro stations?

What is remarkable about Kyiv metro stations?

History of the design and construction of the Kyiv Metro. Architectural and engineering features of Kyiv metro stations

Capital of Cuba. A place worth visiting

Capital of Cuba. A place worth visiting

The capital of Cuba… The majestic and unique Havana… It is she who is rightfully considered not only one of the most stunningly beautiful cities in the entire Western Hemisphere, but also a real open-air museum

"Crazy Park" - a land of entertainment for children and adults

"Crazy Park" - a land of entertainment for children and adults

"Crazy Park" is a whole network of entertainment centers throughout Russia. It's hard to call this place an amusement park. Actually, it's something more. In Crazy Park, children combine business with pleasure, pampering with learning, and parents become closer to their children

Samoa islands: where is it, how do they live there?

Samoa islands: where is it, how do they live there?

Who hasn't dreamed of going to exotic islands lost in the ocean, in order to have a rest far from civilization from all its benefits? Incredibly beautiful sandy beaches, hot sun, giving the body a chocolate shade, picturesque landscapes surprise even the most sophisticated travelers

Moscow-Murom. Journey to the ancient holy city of Murom

Moscow-Murom. Journey to the ancient holy city of Murom

Traveling through vast Russia is very exciting. This article is devoted not only to the Moscow-Murom route, but also to some interesting information. How to get to Murom on your own by car or public transport will be described below. It is recommended to always clarify all questions, nuances, doubts before the trip, as the road will be long

Cities of the Moscow region. City of Moscow, Moscow Region: photo. City of Dzerzhinsky, Moscow region

Cities of the Moscow region. City of Moscow, Moscow Region: photo. City of Dzerzhinsky, Moscow region

Moscow region is the most populous subject of the Russian Federation. There are 77 cities on its territory, of which 19 have more than 100 thousand inhabitants, there are many industrial enterprises and cultural and educational institutions, and there is also a huge potential for the development of domestic tourism

Kuzminsky forest park: one of the largest green areas in Moscow

Kuzminsky forest park: one of the largest green areas in Moscow

Kuzminsky forest park is one of the largest and most interesting parks in the capital of our country. On its territory there are various museums and several ancient sights. Every year, residents of many nearby residential areas come here to relax

Construction of the bridge across Sulfur Island (St. Petersburg) will be completed in the first quarter of 2018

Construction of the bridge across Sulfur Island (St. Petersburg) will be completed in the first quarter of 2018

Surny Island: long-term construction and a real prospect of completion in April 2018. Brief description of the structure, conflicts and funding

Doha is the largest city and capital of Qatar

Doha is the largest city and capital of Qatar

Doha is like a big construction site, where shopping and entertainment centers, offices and beautiful villas, wonderful artificial islands are being erected. This is the pearl island. Businessmen, corporations, billionaires and politicians move their working offices here. The capital of Qatar friendly hosts popular actors, athletes and tourists

Gloucester Cathedral - a magical corner of the UK

Gloucester Cathedral - a magical corner of the UK

Gloucester Cathedral is an 11th-century English cathedral church, one of the masterpieces of Gothic architecture throughout the world. Prior to the church, the royal abbey of Northumbria was located here in 681. This majestic cathedral in a slightly embellished form can be seen in the famous Harry Potter saga: the shooting of school everyday life of young magicians and sorceresses took place here

The mysterious and austere Palace of Westminster

The mysterious and austere Palace of Westminster

The Palace of Westminster in London was built as a castle for the royal family. During its long history, it has undergone many changes. Today, the palace is a functioning museum, and also plays an important role in the political life of the country

Population, regions and the capital of the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug

Population, regions and the capital of the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug

Chukotka Autonomous Okrug is a territorial unit of Russia. It is considered one of the regions of the Far North, located in the northeast of the Federation. The relief here is represented by highlands and plateaus. The Chukchi Plateau is located in the northeast, and the Anadyr Plateau is in the central part of the district. Its territories include part of the mainland, several islands (Ayon, Arakamchechen, Wrangel, etc.), as well as the Chukotka Peninsula

Ulyanovsk districts: location features

Ulyanovsk districts: location features

A large city with a heroic past Ulyanovsk is located on two banks of the Volga. Officially it is divided into 4 administrative regions

A great place to relax - the Kaluga region. Recreation center for vacation: which one to choose?

A great place to relax - the Kaluga region. Recreation center for vacation: which one to choose?

Kaluga region (Russian Federation) is very often visited by tourists from all over the country. Finding a place to stay is hard enough. The article will present good options that will not greatly affect the pocket of vacationers and will help you spend your vacation in a great mood