“Turquoise Katun” is a tourism cluster in the Altai Territory with an area of 3.3 hectares, where wild nature is combined with modern amenities. The main attractions here are located quite close to each other, which allows tourists to combine excursions with a comfortable holiday. Those who want to gain strength away from big cities can choose to walk on eco-paths and along the banks of the Katun River, one of the largest rivers of Altai. Fans of active recreation will enjoy rafting or quad biking. But both will be able to explore the land of shamans, meet local legends and reboot.
Where to stay?
Grand Chalet Altay
Family eco-resort Grand Chalet Altay is located half an hour from Gorno-Altaisk airport and close to all attractions. The road to it runs along the Chuysky tract, one of the most beautiful roads in the world. Therefore, acquaintance with the incredible nature of Altai will start from the airport.
The hotel complex is located in a coniferous forest at the foot of the Tavdinsky caves on the banks of the Katun. You can stay in classic rooms or chalet-style detached houses with river or mountain views. They tried to strike a balance between natural and material, so wooden houses literally grew in the forest – some have holes in the roofs for growing trees. The buildings are constructed from local cedar and pine, continuing the eco-idea of the resort. Interior details and furniture are also made from natural materials in natural colors, imitating the view outside the window.
Grand Chalet Altay
You can start your acquaintance with the resort with a leisurely walk along eco-paths or the embankment, inhaling the bright pine aroma and plunging into your own thoughts. Those who do not want to walk can explore the tourist attractions of the region by renting a bicycle, car, boat or even helicopter.
You cannot swim in Katun; The current is very fast and the water temperature is low. But for those who want to swim from September to May, the hotel has a heated outdoor swimming pool with an area of 940 m2, as well as a summer bar serving cocktails, snacks and meals from a local restaurant. .
Children will not be left unattended at the hotel either: the pool has a special area with bright slides and an entertainment center with active games, master classes and animators. Those who prefer sunbathing to water treatments can sunbathe on the sun loungers on the beach.
Grand Chalet Altay
For complete relaxation, you can visit the cedar bath, where guests steam and SPA services are provided. To take a breather after the procedures, you can drink tea in the spacious living room with panoramic windows or relax in a barrel of water with a view of the Katun. Fans of couple massage sessions should visit the beautician’s office in the hotel building.
What to try?
Venison stroganina, taimen fillet, Siberian dumplings, cedar liqueur, local cheeses or desserts with pine nuts – these and other dishes and snacks are served in the Sosny restaurant with original cuisine. It is also located in the Grand Chalet Altay building. The chef of the facility, Evgeny Maslovsky, will introduce visitors to real Altai cuisine.
For barbecue connoisseurs, master classes on cooking meat, fish and vegetables on the grill are held here. After lunch or dinner, guests often go to the beach from the restaurant’s terrace: during the day they can admire the Altai sun and listen to the murmur of the river, and in the evening they can sit by the fire and look at the stars with a glass. from mulled wine.
What to see?
Founded on the banks of the Katun River near the hotel Monument to Nicholas Roerich. This part of the park opened in April this year. There are now pedestrian areas with picturesque views of the mountains and river. You can also relax on the benches of the amphitheater under the pine trees in the park. In the future, regional authorities plan to continue improving the area with the help of an observation deck and viewing trails.
One of the popular tourist attractions of Altai Kamyshlinsky waterfall. It is located on the left bank of the Katun. The road to it lies along the suspension bridge and eco-path over the river; here in spring you can see blooming bushes of maralberry, also known as Siberian sakura. The waterfall is small but picturesque: it peeks out from a narrow canyon surrounded by rocks.
According to legend, the appearance of the waterfall is associated with the tragic love story of a young man and a girl who was separated by her father, the local ruler. From the observation deck of the waterfall there is a breathtaking view of the coniferous forest and the Altai mountains. You can rent a boat from the waterfall to return with the breeze.
Hello
Near the Tavdushka River in “Turquoise Katun” beehive “Honey in the ear”. There is a town with bee houses here, and beekeepers introduce you to the intricacies of obtaining different flavors. Guests of the apiary can taste all kinds of honey produced by hardworking insects. They also serve mead here. After the tasting, you can relax a little, for example, lie on the hive and try the “Sleeping on the Bees” technique.
The process is carried out in wooden houses with beehives installed on the floor. Sleeping loungers are located directly above them. You can already hear the familiar hum of bees at the entrance. Beehive workers assure that this procedure has a healing effect and you can get a good night’s sleep in a few minutes.
On the border of the Altai Territory and the Altai Republic, eco village “Kaimskoe”There is a deer farm where deer, one of the deer species, run along the green hills and meadows. Here you can get to know them and maral breeding better. In addition to deer, sarlyks, camels and deer also live in Maralnik. Marals are not raised in Altai just to increase the population. Deer antlers are also used for medicinal purposes.
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It is believed that the horns (horns) Maralov is a healing substance that can cure various types of diseases. Horn baths, various massages using horn decoction and even a balm for oral application are popular here.
There are many exciting places in Altai where you can visit and get to know the region: you can go to the taiga by helicopter, try rafting and ride an ATV. But “Turquoise Katun”, which includes many iconic places, can be an excellent start to get to know the landscapes, culture and nature of the region.
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Source: Gazeta
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