In the south-east of Western Siberia there is an unforgettable region of beauty - the Altai Territory. It is famous for its nature, which combines mystery and some exotic character, for which the mountain system of Altai Mountains is often called "Russian Tibet". We offer you to get acquainted with the most remarkable sights of Altai.
"Stone mushrooms" in Altai
In the gorge Karasu is the tract Akkurum, which was nicknamed "Stone Mushrooms". This accumulation of fragments and clumps of rock rocks really resembles in its shape huge elongated mushrooms, which appeared as a result of washing out with water and blowing by the wind.
The Rock "Four Brothers" in the Altai
Among the natural attractions of Altai, the unusual in form rock, called "Four Brothers", is popular with tourists. A rock almost 10 m high really reminds people close to each other.
Altai Stonehenge
On the high plateau Ukok there is a mysterious place, dotted with ancient stone monuments - 5 smooth white slabs up to 7 m high.
Waterfalls of the Shinok River in the Altai
On the steep and inaccessible mountain gorges, the Shinok river aspires, not once tearing down a cascade of waterfalls. The most famous waterfalls are the Tender Mirage, the Yogi, the Giraffe. Their maximum height is 70 m.
Blue Lakes in the Altai
To the unique sights of the Altai Mountains it is possible to include the Blue Lakes located in the northern part of the region. They amaze with the beauty and rare, azure color of water.
Patmos Island in the Altai
One of the most picturesque sights of Mountainous Altai is located near the village of Chemal, in the middle of the Katun River. It is a rocky island on which there is a small but beautiful church. Tourists get to it on the suspension bridge.
Denisova Cave in the Altai
Not far from the right bank of the Anuy river near the village of Solonehnoe is Denisova Cave, located 670 m above sea level. It is known that the cave was used as a refuge by Neanderthals, then Scythians, Turks and Huns.
Mountain Devil's finger in the Altai
Among the things that you can see in the Altai Mountains, you can not fail to mention the Devil's finger mountain. It rises near Lake Aya. In fact, the rock, due to its stone ledge, resembles a finger protruding from the surface of the earth. Having climbed to the landmark, the tourist is presented with a fascinating panorama to the lake and the surrounding hills covered with dense forests.
