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Карачаево-Черкесия's Crown Jewels: Must-See Attractions

Karachay-Cherkessia encompasses the highest reaches of the Greater Caucasus, including the western summit of Mount Elbrus. The region is home to the RATAN-600 radio telescope and the 10th-century Alanian churches of Nizhny Arkhyz, which are among the oldest Christian sites in Russia. Natural highlights include the Alibek Glacier's waterfalls, the high-altitude Gumbashi Pass, and the deep canyons of the Teberda Nature Reserve.

Карачаево-Черкесия's Crown Jewels: Must-See Attractions — Kartta

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Mount Elbrus (West Summit)

Mount Elbrus is the highest mountain in Russia and Europe. It is a dormant stratovolcano rising 5,642 m above sea level, and is the highest…

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Zemcuznyj vodopad

A six-meter waterfall on the Alikonovka River that flows over a series of limestone terraces.

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Zagedanskih Ozer

A mountain pass reaching 2,730 meters, providing access to several high-altitude glacial lakes in the Zagedan range.

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Malyj Bermamyt

A 2,591-meter peak on the Bermamyt Plateau known for its vertical cliffs and panoramic views of Mount Elbrus.

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Muzskie slezy

A seasonal waterfall located near the road to Dombay, appearing as thin streams of meltwater against a steep rock face.

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Alibekskij vodopad

A 25-meter waterfall created by the melting Alibek Glacier, flowing over ancient glacial rock formations.

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Certova melnica

A turbulent waterfall and whirlpool situated in the narrowest section of the Amanauz River gorge.

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Slianie r.Amanauz i Gonachir

Natural observation point where the mountain currents of the Amanauz and Gonachkhir rivers converge to form the Teberda River.

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View point Gumbashi

Viewpoint at 2,250 meters on one of Russia's highest mountain passes, offering a full panorama of the Caucasus Range.

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RATAN-600 ring reflector

The RATAN-600 is a radio telescope in Zelenchukskaya, Karachay–Cherkess Republic, Russia.

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RATAN-600 flat reflector

The RATAN-600 is a radio telescope in Zelenchukskaya, Karachay–Cherkess Republic, Russia.

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Hram Svatogo Ilii Proroka

The smallest of three 10th-century Alanian churches in the Arkhyz valley, built in the Byzantine architectural tradition.

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Hram Svatogo Velikomucenika Georgia Pobedonosca

One of the oldest Christian monuments in Russia, this 10th-century stone church was part of the ancient Alanian capital.

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