The sea and mountains for most Russian residents, this is the most ideal combination for relaxation. Therefore, the Krasnodar Territory is so popular among tourists. Highlands occupy one third of the entire region, the rest is plain. But the most famous cities are located near the hills. Our article presents the highest points of the mountains of the Krasnodar Territory.
List
- 10. Chessy, 1839 m
- 9. Outl, 1855 m
- 8. Matuk, 1957 m
- 7. Hat, 1988 m
- 6. Rose peak, 2320 m
- 5. Big Thach, 2368 m
- 4. Achishkho, 2391 m
- 3. Fisht, 2867 m
- 2. Chugush, 3238 m
- 1. Tsakhvoa, 3345.9 m
10. Chessy, 1839 m
This mountain is located in Tuapse. It is considered difficult to access, but this does not stop every year a crowd of tourists from climbing to its top.
Mountain trails Chessy very picturesque and interesting. All lovers of long walks should definitely go this route. Be sure to bring a camera with you to capture the beauty of nature.
This is one of the most beautiful places in the Krasnodar Territory. The highest place reaches a mark of 1839 meters.
9. Outl, 1855 m
This mountain is located on the Black Sea coast and next to other popular tourist sites. But due to the difficult terrain and lack of roads, the mountain Outl visited very rarely.
The highest point reaches a mark of 1855 meters, it offers incredible views of Lake Huko, Mount Fisht and, of course, the endless sea.
The name Outl translates to “the place where the gaiting took place ”. These places attract tourists who love wildlife and create their routes to the top. At the very top of the mountain a plane crashed, the wreckage still lies in those places.
8. Matuk, 1957 m
The mountain is located in the vicinity of Mezmay, next to the village. Due to the fact that tourists here are frequent visitors and locals often go there too, the trails are well trodden, so it will not be difficult to climb. But still, to reach the top Matuk in 1957 meters, it is better to divide the climb into two days. You can also ride a jeep, but according to locals, the hiking climb is very beautiful and energizing.
It is better to go along the routes in May, since in the summer you can’t see a panoramic view due to tall grass. The mountain is part of the Lagonaki Range, so you do not need to pay for a ticket to the reserve.
7. Hat, 1988 m
Mountain Cap part of the Peredovaya mountain range, has a height of 1988 meters above sea level, and acquired its name due to the fact that it really resembles a headdress.
A top of karst origin, flat, having several caves of natural origin. The southern slopes are steep, very steep, unlike the northern ones, which in contrast can even be called even.
A famous road passes along the northern slope, along which the forest is transported from the Dead Beam to Psebay. You can climb the mountain peak quite quickly both on an SUV and on foot, admiring the incredible beauties - powerful waterfalls and groves. The route will be simple even for an inexperienced hiker who has chosen the Hat as his first ascent.
6. Rose peak, 2320 m
This is the most popular place in the Krasnodar Territory. Tourists travel to Rosa Khutor both in winter and in summer. Even if you are not a professional skier, you will definitely have something to do on the mountain Rose peak.
At an altitude of 2320 meters there is a restaurant with amazing views, as well as an observation deck. To get to this point, you need to overcome three lifts by cable car. This will already be a little adventure, because the booths with transparent windows and you can observe the beauty of the world.
It is not worth it to purposefully climb the Rosa peak when the sky is obscured by clouds, otherwise you will not enjoy a properly panoramic view.
5. Big Thach, 2368 m
This mountain is located on the border with Adygea and the Krasnodar Territory. Entry route Big thach inscribed on the World Heritage List. Every year, crowds of tourists come to see the beauty of this mountain.
The highest point reaches 2368 meters above sea level. This mountain differs from the usual "peaked" in its unusual relief. Translated, the word “Thach” means God, and literally, it’s “forever young God ”.
4. Achishkho, 2391 m
The mountain is located in the Sochi district, it is here that crowds of tourists come. This is one of the most popular attractions. The height of the farthest point is 2391 meters above the sky.
Mountain Achishkho has ancient glacial relief forms. People go to these places to enjoy incredible views, feel the greatness of nature and listen to ancient legends about dolmens, which are often found on the hiking trail. This is a very mystical place that fascinates and does not let go for a long time.
3. Fisht, 2867 m
This mountain with a snow cap has several names: “white ice ”,“ white head ”,“ forever shining ” and “White-headed“.
Until recently, few people knew about this mountain, unless residents of the Kuban or guests of Krasnaya Polyana. But when the name of the mountain was called the stadium where the Winter Olympic Games were held, Fisht became very popular. Now, many tourists are going to look at this very white top, despite the fact that you need to drive forty kilometers from Krasnaya Polyana to this mountain.
2. Chugush, 3238 m
Mountain name Chugushshaped like a pyramid translates as “top of the earth“. The summit is located at an altitude of more than three thousand kilometers above sea level and is covered by glaciers. From this mighty ridge, the lower part of which is covered with spruce and fir forests, many mountain rivers originate.
Hiking trails are laid to Chugush peak, the complexity of which varies depending on the route, and on the ridge there are many different animals such as chamois, bears, cougars, lynxes and wild boars.
1. Tsakhvoa, 3345.9 m
The mountain has a peak height of almost three and a half thousand meters - 3345.9 meters, to be precise, and is the highest point in the Krasnodar Territory.
Climbing this ridge will take an experienced tourist a week, and to get to its foot you need to purchase a special pass, since the mountain range is located on the territory of the Caucasian State Reserve.
Peak Tsahvoa it is covered with eternal glaciers that descends down three arms, turning into mountainous, very beautiful rivers passing through fantastic alpine meadows and, below, fir forests.
The name of the mountain translates as “sharp peak”And absolutely accurately describes its essence. If you decide to conquer it, get ready not only for beautiful views of gorges and waterfalls, but also for temperatures that will make you regret the decision not to take warm clothes and a sleeping bag, designed for minus indicators.
“Better than mountains can only be mountains that have not been before, ” sang for us once Vladimir Semenovich Vysotsky and was right. At least once, every lover of nature and tourism should visit one of the many mountains occupying the territory of the Krasnodar Territory and the Caucasus.
Such vivid sensations are unlikely to be obtained elsewhere, and the sense of triumph and self-satisfaction that rolls over when you climb the peak, which at its foot seemed impregnable, can not be compared with anything else. “Feel alive, renewed“, - the most frequent response of climbers who went down to earth with a victory over millennia-old and many-kilometer giants, lurking many secrets, dangers and beauties.