Sights of Nalchik - monuments in Nalchik

Where can you go with children in Nalchik?

Little tourists will enjoy visiting the following attractions in Nalchik:

• Nalchik Zoo – located on the territory of Atazhukinsky Park. Here you can stroll in the shade of green alleys and look at rare and exotic species of animals and birds. Children will be delighted by the opportunity to feed their favorite animals - for this purpose, special food kits can be purchased for a nominal fee.
• An entertainment and shopping complex where you can play bowling, visit a cafe or a modern cinema.
• The cable car in Central Park is another attraction of Atazhukinsky Park. Children will enjoy a walk to the top of the Malaya Kizilovka mountain, at the end of which they can have a snack at the Sosruko restaurant or simply enjoy the excellent view from its observation deck.

Nalchik is a wonderful place for relaxation and recovery, a visit to which will leave you with the most pleasant memories.

Winter Nalchik

I chose Nalchik as a location for the winter holidays because of its advantageous location. Staying in Nalchik, you can easily go to Aushiger, the Baksan Gorge, the Chegem Waterfalls, Elbrus, visit Upper Balkaria, Blue Lake and, if you wish, go to the nearest cities of Pyatigorsk, Kislovodsk or Essentuki, for example. And personally, there was also a stud farm on my list, of course. I didn’t have time, or rather, I was too lazy, to go only to Kislovodsk.

Let me start by saying that the city is very small. After Moscow, all cities seem somehow tiny. In one day you can explore it length and breadth, which we successfully accomplished. Immediately after arriving and unloading our suitcase into the apartment, we rushed to the main Nalchik park - Atazhukinsky Garden. If the park is beautiful in winter, then in summer there will be something to admire even more. The park has a huge number of birds and different trees. The birds are fed very actively, with feeders at every turn.

The crowd is calm, everyone is walking sedately, playing sports or taking their children on a sled. And the paths are not cleaned, and there is snow everywhere, just like in childhood. We stocked up on seeds and fed the tits every time we were in the park. They are completely tame there and even beg themselves, you just have to stop near a Christmas tree.

The park has rides, old ones, of course, and they don’t work in winter, but the price tag is ridiculous

What surprised me most in the park were the benches with the Mimimi horses))

And the alley of poetry, which for some reason I wandered around at night. Informative. Now I know who the main streets of the city are named after)

There is also a cable car there, I’m a fan of cable cars, and, lo and behold, it worked! True, it was empty, but when I was stopped by the lack of people)) The only thing that bothered me was that it was old, rusty in places and absolutely unsafe. We would have closed this one down a long time ago. Do you want to go with a child? Please! Hold the child in your arms and don’t let go, because you’re flying high.

But even in this situation I managed to take a photo of something. Here the fishermen drilled holes on the Third Lake. There, children rode on ice slides, and there was an improvised skating rink.

This is what the city looks like from the cable car. The city is like a city, sometimes beautiful, sometimes neglected. Sobyanin is not on them, he would put a platform in each yard, pave everything with tiles, plant flower beds and dig a subway at the same time. While we were climbing, a lion in the zoo was roaring. I've never heard him in Moscow. I didn’t see it either.

In the resort part of Nalchik, called Dolinsk, there are all kinds of sanatoriums, many of which are abandoned or unfinished. The “Nalchik Source” gallery has survived from its former resort status. There are two types of water supplied directly from wells, warm and cold. It has a good effect on the gastrointestinal tract and liver. And I wonder how I haven’t died from fatty hychins in all this time. In addition to water, they sell souvenirs and excursions. There is a problem with magnets and postcards in Nalchik. We smoothly move on to devastation and syphilis and abandonment.

Here is a former mud bath. We couldn’t crawl inside, so we limited ourselves to a snowman outside. But once upon a time hundreds of people came here to improve their health...

Here is a former children's pool right in the park. In general, a cool topic, Sobyanin, take note! But once upon a time, children swam along the paths here, while their parents rested nearby on wooden walkways with a fountain (this is my fantasy, because it is unclear what actually happened there).

Another interesting feature that I noticed were signs with the names of WWII veterans living in some of the houses. There are so few of them...

Here is an old cable car that no longer exists. Only the pavilion remains. We climbed it for a long time from the Sosruko restaurant along an abandoned road past abandoned gardens. This is the top station, located on the top of Bolshaya Kizilovka mountain. There are no special species there. You can also get there via a path from Resort Lake, it’s a healing path, you walk, breathe healing air and get healthier.

The Sosruko restaurant itself is one of the symbols of the city, a giant head of a hero with a hand holding a fire. I’m not a fan of gigantism in architecture, so I didn’t appreciate it up close, but from a distance it should look more harmonious. For comparison, my photo

and from Google it’s from a different, distant angle

The existing cable car leads directly to this restaurant. Sosruko himself is a hero of the Nart epic, born from stone. Near the restaurant there is a wonderful observation deck, from where you can see many peaks of the Main Caucasian Range. You just need to arrive early in the morning, before the haze covers the snow-white mountains.

We went down to the river. Like all mountain rivers, it looks more like a stream. But in the spring this stream moves huge boulders of stone, uproots trees and generally brings horror and fear)

Taking advantage of the fact that I lived in close proximity to the airport, at our leisure we went to watch the iron bird take off. There is generally grace there. You stand almost on the airfield and look. It could be very picturesque, if not for two flights a day))

In general, I was pleased with the local winter. It seems snowy, and at the same time warm. And sometimes it’s like spring. And there are almost no people. On Lenin Avenue

We ate where and how we had to, but mostly in the park. The food is not healthy at all, but it is so tasty that you spit on all conventions and endlessly eat all these delens, kubats, khichins and other junk food. And then you wash it down with water from the source)) In Barashka near Resort Lake we were treated almost like kings. And they put a pillow under our butt, and they lit a fire, and covered us with a blanket, and they cooked quickly... As I understood, the man opposite was the owner of the cafe, and as soon as he blinked in our direction, the waiter appeared and helpfully did something. And in the coffee shop Pitkofe on Lenin we drank delicious raspberry-mint tea with chocolate eclairs. We never went to Bochka and Melnitsa, the most famous restaurants in the city. Yes, and I would prefer to go there in another company

While walking, we also stopped at the Goat Market. You can buy all sorts of knitted goodies there. We came in empty and came out with a mountain of sweets and fruits, which the sellers treated us to. In general, there are wonderful people in Nalchik. They are kind, sympathetic, polite and love children very much. I felt at home there, very comfortable and safe. Maybe because I was with a child, I don’t know... Despite some neglect of the city in terms of improvement, I liked it. 4th place in my personal ranking “yabtamzhil”))

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Nalchik hippodrome

For Kabardian highlanders, horses are a special matter. The Kabardian breed is unpretentious and extremely hardy. These beauties have a proud independent character, are beautiful and full of dignity. The famous breeding work was legalized in the city in the early forties of the last century, but was interrupted by the war. The stars of the racing business began to shine in the early 60s. The fame of the famous Kabarin riders spread all over the world.

The Kabardian Nalchik hippodrome, opened in 2006, became a new impetus for the development of horse racing. Its structure complies with the most advanced international standards. The horseshoe-shaped structure of the stable is being considered for inclusion in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest stable. The horse races held here today attract a large number of Kabardian spectators, and according to the results of a competition held by the National Horse Breeding Union, the Nalchik Hippodrome was assigned to the second group of certification of similar facilities.

Cable car

If you walk through the Kabardian park towards the Sosruko restaurant, on Mount Bolshaya Kizilovka you can ride the famous cable car.
Continuing your journey in this way, you get a lot of pleasure contemplating the city’s lakes, mountain rivers, forests and the views of city buildings that open up next. The sights of Nalchik can be listed endlessly. Its Kabardian history is so rich, and the local residents have such an original character.

Monuments and architectural delights of Nalchik

The city will satisfy the needs of admirers of fine architecture and monumental art. Among the things you should definitely see in Nalchik, there are many colorful buildings and monuments.

Republican Parliament building

Address: Lenin Avenue, 55. Transport stop “Tolstoy Street”.

The majestic mansion, erected in the first third of the last century, is deservedly one of the pearls of Nalchik architecture. It is an excellent example of neoclassicism in architecture. The arch of the central portal, located outside the main volume, is supported by massive cylindrical and square columns with elegant capitals. The façade of the building is decorated with decorative rosettes. There is an elegant balustrade above the eaves.

Monument to the Cavalry Heroes

Address: 115th Cavalry Division square. Transport stop "Strelka".

In May 1942, Wehrmacht troops came very close to Nalchik, but the city was not going to surrender to the mercy of the Nazis. The enemy's main blow fell on the positions occupied by the soldiers of the 115th Cavalry Division. For about five months, the soldiers held back the onslaught of superior enemy forces. Many of them gave their lives for their homeland. In memory of the heroes, a monument was erected in 2005. A bronze sculpture is placed on a high pedestal lined with marble and granite. A cavalryman, riding a rearing horse, is ready, with a naked blade in his hand, to rush into battle for the Fatherland.

Railway station building

Address: st. Osetinskaya, 132A. Transport stop "Railway Station".

Railroad connections between Nalchik and other Russian cities were established in 1913. The station was also built at the same time. During the war it was heavily damaged by shelling and bombing. Therefore, the authorities decided to erect a new building, which was commissioned in 1948. Since then, a magnificent example of the Stalinist Empire style has become one of the main attractions of the city. The central portal of the structure is covered with a massive dome. The portico of the main entrance to the station is supported by graceful columns. The building looks very elegant.

Stela City of Military Glory

Address: Walnut Grove Park. Transport stop "Square of fallen Komsomol members".

In 2010, Nalchik was awarded the high title of City of Military Glory. Five years later, in honor of this event, a monument was opened in Orekhovy Park. Then 70 snow-white doves, released by WWII veterans and other participants in the ceremony, soared into the sky. The pedestal above which the column rises is mounted on a stepped base. The top of the stele is decorated with a gilded double-headed eagle. On the sides of the pedestal there are metal plates with the text of the presidential decree, heraldic symbols of the city, the republic and Russia.

Fountain Elephants

Address: Atazhukinsky garden. Transport stop "Kindergartens".

Tourists visiting Nalchik consider it their duty to take photos at one of the most colorful sights of the city, which appeared in 2010 on the alley of the city park. It is simply impossible to pass by the elegant structure. In the center of a small octagonal pool there are sculptures of four elephants. They hold the rotunda in the eastern cut on their backs. Jets of water erupt from nozzles placed in the animals' trunks, cascading into an elegant bowl.

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Kabardino-Balkaria Government Building

A historical building that is an architectural monument. The bright and beautiful building is made in a classical style with Baroque elements. The Government House looks solemn in any weather thanks to its white facades and round columns at its entrance. The Place de la Concorde in front of the building is decorated with flower beds and lawns. But its main highlight is the light and music fountain, dancing to classical music.

Atazhukinsky garden

One of the largest parks in the North Caucasus with an area of ​​250 hectares. Its main alley, one and a half kilometers long, is planted with linden, maple, and spruce trees. The park also has plantings of Japanese quince and paulownia. The park is almost 200 years old, after reconstruction it has become more comfortable and comfortable. On the territory of the garden there is a cable car station leading to Mount Bolshaya Kizilovka. There are children's playgrounds and attractions.

Resort lake

An artificial lake in the southern part of the city in the resort area of ​​Dolinsk. The lake is surrounded on both sides by spurs of the Lesisty Ridge. The lake reaches a maximum depth of 7 meters in summer. On average, the depth of the lake is 3-4 meters. Kurortnoye is the only one of the four lakes in the city park in which swimming is allowed. Part of the coast is equipped only for children's beaches. There are catamaran and boat rentals.

Green Theater

Concert hall for the summer period in the Atazhukinsky Garden. It is designed in the form of an elegant three-story amphitheater and looks great in the overall landscape of the park. The Green Theater building is built on a mountain slope, and its benches seem to descend from the top to the stage. It seats 2,500 spectators. The theater has excellent acoustics, which is why it is used for concerts and large-scale festive events.

Palace of Celebrations "Elbrus"

It is located in the Atazhukinsky Garden and, together with the Green Theater, is one of the main decorations not only of the park, but of the whole of Nalchik. The unified architectural complex was built in 1957; in 2002, the palace underwent a large-scale reconstruction. Elbrus looks especially impressive in the spring, surrounded by flowering fruit trees. Elbrus hosts wedding ceremonies, city holidays and cultural events.

"Tower of Lovers"

The tower was built by order of Prince Atazhukin in 1867 on the territory of the city park. Construction was carried out in the style of medieval architecture. In 2011, the tower was bought by a private entrepreneur and after restoration it became a popular tourist attraction. The tower is used for wedding photo shoots. From its observation deck there are wonderful views of the park area with an artificial lake and an amphitheater.

Cable car across Lake Trek

Passes from the Atazhukinsky Garden to the top of Mount Bolshaya Kizilovka. The ascent is to a small height - only 100 meters, but this is quite enough to appreciate the beauty of Lake Trek. The length of the cable car is 658 meters, the journey in one direction takes no more than 10 minutes. The design of the cable car is chair-type, the seat is designed for one person. The cable car was built in 1958.

Mount Malaya Kizilovka

You can climb the mountain by cable car from the Atazhukinsky Garden. From the observation deck at its top there is a beautiful view of the park and its attractions - the Green Theater and the Palace of Celebrations. The surrounding area of ​​the city is clearly visible, including the TV tower and the Caucasus mountain ranges. The Sosruko restaurant was also built here, and there are small kiosks selling souvenirs. At the top of the mountain you can take pictures in national costumes.

Restaurant "Sosruko"

It is located on the top of the Malaya Kizilovka mountain and is one of the main attractions of Nalchik because of its appearance. The restaurant building was built in the shape of the head of a hero - a hero of national epics. Nearby is his hand with a burning torch. There is a fountain in the form of a waterfall on the territory of the restaurant. The decor in the restaurant has a typical Caucasian style. Sosruko serves national gourmet dishes.

Sculpture "Star Stone"

The stone was brought from the Bezengi Gorge and installed in the city park. It has a height of 4 meters and a diameter of 3 meters. The weight of the stone is 40 tons. The stone is decorated with a bronze ornament, symbolizing the beauty of the nature of Kabardino-Balkaria and the unity of the peoples of the republic. Bronze inserts are a reflection of the starry sky. They were cast in Germany, at a factory specializing in the manufacture of bronze bells.

National Museum of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic

The National Republican Museum was founded in 1921. During this time, it collected several thousand exhibits of various subjects - archaeological, numismatic, ethnographic. The art department of the museum contains works by Bryullov, Aivazovsky and Roubaud, transferred from museums in Moscow and St. Petersburg. The museum has guides who have developed different programs taking into account the age of visitors.

Museum of Fine Arts A. L. Tkachenko

The museum exhibits more than 2,500 works of art by local authors, as well as about 200 works of foreign art. In addition to permanent exhibitions, temporary ones are exhibited - in exchange with other museums, from the personal funds of collectors. The exhibitions are varied in subject matter and time periods in which the works were created. Particularly interesting to visitors are works from the Soviet period and exhibitions of arts and crafts of the peoples of the republic.

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Nalchik Central Mosque

The main cathedral mosque of the city. It was built in one of the city squares. Construction according to the sketch of architect Asanov lasted 4 years and ended in 2004. Local decorative stones and minerals were used in interior and exterior decoration. The building has the appearance characteristic of a national religious building; two 30-meter-high minarets were erected at the entrance to the mosque. The dome of the mosque has a bright blue color.

Cathedral of Mary Magdalene

The largest Christian cathedral in the republic. The cathedral is made in classical Byzantine style. The two-story building with an area of ​​800 m² can accommodate up to 1,000 people at a time. The decoration of the temple is five domes and a four-tiered bell tower. The inside of the temple was painted by Moscow icon painters, who used the technique of Andrei Rublev in their work. The shrines of the temple are the icon of Mary Magdalene and the Matrona of Moscow.

Monument “Forever with Russia”

The monument is located opposite the building of the Musical Theater, on the square of the 400th anniversary of the annexation of Kabarda to Russia. The image of the Motherland is symbolized by the statue of Queen Maria Temryukovna, made of bronze. It is traditionally believed that she protects the tranquility and peace of her people. On the lower tier, bas-reliefs tell about important events in the history of the peoples of the republic. The monument was erected in 1957.

Memorial Arch of Friendship

Installed in 2007 on Baksan Highway. Its appearance resembles the famous Parisian Arc de Triomphe. The arch symbolizes the friendship of the peoples of Russia and Kabardino-Balkaria. The architectural design of the arch in a classic and simple style was carried out by Muzarib Bzhakhov. The memorial arch is combined with the natural landscape and the general architectural ensemble around. It was built at the personal expense of the President of the Republic.

Nalchik hippodrome

An important place for the entire republic, where horse breeding has long become part of folk culture. Construction of the hippodrome was completed in 1939. Large-scale reconstruction updated the existing infrastructure and currently the hippodrome is a modern complex that can organize international level competitions. The original stables of the hippodrome are designed in the shape of a horseshoe.

A popular place among city residents and tourists. Here you can buy almost any product, including national goods that you can bring home as souvenirs. The market is located in the historical center of the capital near the square named after. Gorky. The entrance to the market is decorated with an arch with columns and sculptures installed in niches. Their style is reminiscent of some of the sculptures at VDNKh in Moscow.

Drinking gallery "Nalchik Source"

Located in the resort park. The gallery began its work in 1970 and was reconstructed in 2003. A pavilion with healing water is available to any visitor to the park. The gallery can serve more than 4,000 people per day. Mineral water enters the gallery taps from a depth of about a kilometer. 36 taps are installed to supply water. Drinking water is recommended to improve the functioning of the liver, as well as the gastrointestinal tract.

Nalchik Arbat

Partially pedestrian street in the historical center of the city. 300 meters of the street, which was previously called Vorontsovskaya, and has now become Kabardinskaya, have been allocated for a completely pedestrian section. Both local residents and city guests love walks along Nalchik Arbat. On the street are exhibits of the Museum of Stone Artifacts, there is a cafe, benches and flower beds, and a beautiful fountain. A children's park with swings and slides has been built.

Nalchik Zoo

The zoo with a total area of ​​6.57 hectares is located in the resort area of ​​Dolinsk. The zoo is home to about 350 animals and birds of 150 different species. Monkeys, lions and bears are of greatest interest to visitors. Comfortable, spacious enclosures have been built to keep the animals; there is a pond with an island for waterfowl. A children's city with slides and free admission has been built for young visitors.

Memorial "Tree of Life"

Installed in Freedom Square in 2004 in memory of the victims of the Russian-Caucasian War. The “Tree of Life” symbolizes a turning point in the life of the people and is an ancient symbol of the Circassians. Its seven branches mean seven generations of the family. The monument is made of bronze and has a height of 7 meters. The author of the memorial is the sculptor Arsen Guchapshev. According to the master, the memorial personifies the wisdom of the Adyghe people.

State Musical Theater

Opened in 1968. The ballet troupe was created from students of the cultural and educational school and was finally formed in 1969. Vocal performers of the theater can perform complex musical works, so the performances of the theater troupe are popular not only in the Caucasus. The theater successfully tours Russia and Ukraine. The theater's repertoire includes world classic productions.

State Concert Hall

It began work in 2001 and is a unique structure in its architecture in the North Caucasus. During its construction, translucent structures were used, and enamel was used in the glazing of the facade. The technical equipment of the concert hall meets all modern requirements. An octagon-shaped fountain was erected in front of the concert hall. The architects of the project are Asanov, Kiryazev and Logovatovsky.

Memorial to the victims of repression of the Balkar people

Dedicated to the history of the forced eviction of the Balkar people from the territory of Kabardino-Balkaria from 1944 to 1957. The memorial was opened on Kanukoev Street in 2002, and since then mourning rallies have been held near it every year. The style of the memorial combines Balkar architectural techniques and features of Central Asian architecture. The memorial exposition consists of personal belongings, documents and household items of the displaced.

Terraincourt "1000 steps"

A route designed for therapeutic walking. It is popular among local residents and athletes, as well as tourists. The route leads from the lower to the upper station of the abandoned cable car on Mount Bolshaya Kizilovka. This is a beautiful mountainous area with clean air and pristine nature. The total length of the route is 2640 meters. The highest point is at an altitude of 843 meters above sea level.

Cathedral of St. Simeon the Stylite

Located in the central part of the city. Built in 1851, destroyed almost to the ground in 1928. It was restored in 1943 and is currently one of the city's landmarks. The temple is small and made according to strict canonical rules. The cathedral consists of three parts - the altar, the temple and the vestibule. The dome is topped with an Orthodox eight-pointed cross. The walls inside are covered with frescoes.

Art gallery "Panorama"

Located in the center of Nalchik. The permanent exhibition of the gallery occupies three levels. The gallery's exhibitions feature photographs with views of the Caucasus. Mountains, gorges, lakes and rivers - in the photo you can see the most hidden, hard-to-reach places in Kabardino-Balkaria. Wide-format panoramic photographs are especially interesting - they create a real presence effect. Some of the photographs were taken from a helicopter; they allow you to appreciate the beauty of the Caucasian nature.

Stele "Nalchik - City of Military Glory"

In 2010, Nalchik was awarded the honorary title of City of Military Glory. In honor of this, a stele was erected, which was installed in 2015 in the Walnut Grove. At the base of the stele's pedestal there are several steps. The stele itself is a column topped with a double-headed eagle. On the sides of the stele there are slabs containing the text of the decree and the heraldry of the city of Nalchik, the Republic of Kabardino-Balkaria and the Russian Federation.

“Monument to the soldiers of the 115th Kabardino-Balkarian Cavalry Division who died during the Second World War”

The memorial complex was erected at the intersection of Idarova and Malbakhova streets. Installed in honor of the 115th Cavalry Division, which participated in the battles during the Great Patriotic War in the North Caucasus. The author of the monument is Honored Artist of Russia and sculptor Mikhail Tkhakumashev. The sculpture depicts a warrior on horseback, which, according to the author, symbolizes the heroic fight against the enemy.

Memorial "Eternal Flame of Glory"

Located on the territory of a city park. It is a rectangular square with an obelisk in front of which burns an eternal flame. Evergreen spruce trees are planted around the memorial complex. The obelisk was erected in 1949, the eternal flame appeared in 1965 - on the 20th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War. During memorable dates, ceremonies are held at the memorial; newlyweds lay flowers here.

Restaurant "Bochka"

One of the most unusual and extravagant restaurants in Nalchik. It is built in the form of a natural wooden barrel. The restaurant's interior is done in brown colors. The first and second floors are connected by a curved staircase with massive railings. Most of the dishes at Bochka are prepared using a barbecue. They are served with original national sauces and dressings. Baking made from original recipes has an unusual taste.

Memorial House-Museum of Marko Vovchok

The museum's exhibitions are dedicated to the work and life of the Ukrainian writer Marko Vovchok. She lived in the house built in 1906, where the museum is located, for the last two years of her life. Among the exhibits are her personal belongings, photographs and documents confirming close ties with famous writers - Turgenev, Dumas, Shevchenko, Chernyshevsky. Her grave is also located on the estate.

Monument to Komsomol heroes

The author of the monument is the sculptor Guide Bzheumykhov. It was opened in 1968, during the period of triumphant screening of films about Fantômas. The image of the Komsomol hero became popularly associated with the image of the main villain of the film. Hundreds of angry letters were sent to party bodies. By decision of the commission, the monument was left almost unchanged, and among the residents of the city, the unofficial name “Fantômas” was assigned to the monument.

Nalchik River

A small river, 54 km long, flows through the capital of Kabardino-Balkaria. The river is known for large floods; to prevent their consequences, the coastal zone within the city is regularly strengthened. The river is not navigable. Currently, active work is underway to improve the river bed for recreational and resort purposes. Currently, it is a shallow and narrow river along which you can take a walk.

Where to begin?

Today the city attracts a large number of tourists not only from all over Russia, but also from all over the world. Historical and archaeological attractions deserve special attention:

• Nalchik burial ground;
• Dolinskoe settlement;
• Agubeko site.

All of them date back to the second century BC.

Central Park is the pearl of Nalchik, which has gained such fame due to its rare tree species. The park area is very convenient for walking.

The park contains picturesque lakes, as well as a river running through it. Such amazing natural combinations have made this iconic place one of the most famous representatives of European park culture. The park occupies a fourth of Nalchik, and therefore recreation areas are associated with attractions where everyone can find entertainment to their liking.

Arriving in the city, you should definitely visit the Sosruko restaurant, which was built in the shape of the head of the hero Sosruko, extending his hand with a torch. This restaurant is considered popular among tourists because it is located on Mount Kizilovka. You can get to it by regular or cable car. From there you have stunning views of the blue lakes.

The city is famous for other memorable places, including:

• Cathedral Mosque;
• Monument to A. Shogentsukov;
• Blue Lakes;
• Monument to K. Kuliev;
• Memorial arch dedicated to the 450th anniversary of the annexation of Kabardin-Balkaria to Russia, etc.

Every tourist will find the perfect combination of local flavor and introduced European modernity.

The Narzan Valley, located in the foothills of the Greater Caucasus Range, also attracts a lot of people. Climbing Mount Malaya Kizilovka, you can see stunning views of the city that simply cannot be compared with anything.

The city is famous not only for its nature, but also for its mild climate. The territory has large reserves of healing mud and mineral water, and therefore many tourists come here also for health purposes. In a short period of time, Nalchik was able to gain recognition not only from Russian, but also from European tourists.

The city is considered one of the popular destinations for tourism and mountaineering. Every year thousands of tourists come to the North Caucasus for thrills. When you come on vacation, you can not only enjoy the picturesque landscapes, but also unique architectural attractions.

Walking route around Nalchik for 1 day

It turned out that you were passing through Nalchik? This is not a problem; in the capital of Kabardino-Balkaria, everything is arranged compactly and conveniently for a traveler to walk. Having 1 day or even 6–8 hours to spare, you can plan an excellent route to get to know Nalchik.

It is convenient to start from the railway station or bus station. They are located in the city center, and if you are in Nalchik for a short time, rent a hotel nearby. Or leave your things in the storage room and go for a walk.

The first attraction on your way is the Nalchik Cathedral Mosque. The building is unusual and even futuristic, unusual for an Islamic building. It is built in the shape of an octagon, with blue domes and gold details - very impressive. The mosque was designed with elements of national color in 2004. Despite the youth of the building, the mosque quickly became popular among both believers and tourists in Nalchik. It is often included in city sightseeing tours.

Pedestrian street Kabardinskaya

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The mosque is open to visitors of all religions, but it is necessary to adhere to the dress code and be modest in behavior. Next, take a walk along Shogentsukov Avenue , this is one of the main streets of the city.

There are both attractions and useful tourist locations - shops, cafes, hotels nearby. Or turn onto Kabardinskaya - perhaps the most beautiful street in the capital of the republic.

A substantial section of Kabardinskaya is completely pedestrian, and here you can take beautiful photographs as a keepsake. You can sit down in a cafe with a cup of coffee, or look at souvenirs in one of the artisan shops.

A great option is to find a hotel on Kabardinskaya or in its surroundings. Check out the Philharmonic's if you love classical music. Or take a walk further along Shogentsukov Avenue - this way you will find yourself in a separate, completely resort area of ​​Dolinsk .

It is located in the southern part of the city, and covers the territory of the Central Park, rivers, lakes, sanatoriums and health resorts. Dolinsk is attractive for its special microclimate, and even if you find a hotel in another area, come here just to take a walk and breathe fresh air. Don't miss the natural and man-made attractions of Dolinsk: theaters, balneological clinics, kilometers of health paths and park paths. Some appeared more than a hundred years ago.

If you're in Dolinsk, be sure to taste the branded mineral water. It is called “Dolinsk No. 1” and “Dolinsk No. 1R”. You can buy it home in a bottle as a souvenir, and drink mineral water on the spot from a special tap - a pump room. But the main attraction of Dolinsk, as well as the whole of Nalchik, is a huge park.

Atazhukinsky garden

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By the way, one of the largest and oldest in Russia and Europe, its area is as much as 250 hectares. The park is named after the local prince Atazhuko Atazhukov, who did a lot for its development and improvement.

And although the history of the park began in the middle of the 19th century, the garden is still popular among guests and residents of Nalchik. What interesting things await you on a walk through Atazhukinsky Park ?

Beautiful walking alleys, shady squares, recreation areas. Start your acquaintance at the main entrance on Lermontov Street, nearby are the Theater of Three Nations and the Theater named after. Shogentsukova. Don't miss the Flower Calendar - the date changes daily.

From here walking paths diverge in all directions, to lakes, observation decks, pump rooms with mineral water, and an amusement park.

Pay attention to the resort lakes; you can rent a catamaran and take a short ride on the water. There are also many cafes, snack bars, and fast food stalls on their banks. In general, the park is huge, and you need to leave at least 2-3 hours to get to know it.

When you get to the Trek resort lake, don't miss the Green Theater building. Beautiful and elegant, it attracts the eye. Moreover, this is a building with history: more than a hundred years ago there was a Kursaal here, for the first vacationers who came to Nalchik for medical treatment “at the waters.” The best view of the Green Theater opens from the observation deck nearby, in the warm season, framed by blooming greenery. Then you can listen to concerts in the theater - music is played in the fresh air.

Have you admired the Green Theater? You can go further to the amusement park . Both young tourists and their parents will like it here - it’s fun, noisy, cool. The amusement park has many cafes and restaurants, snack stalls for every taste and budget. This is a great place for a hungry traveler.

Observation deck near the Sosruko restaurant

© Karina Ivanova

If you're not hungry yet, take a ride on the cable car; its lower station is located just a stone's throw away. Open type cable car, chairlift, single. This entertainment will tickle the nerves of not the most daring tourists, and will definitely be remembered for a long time.

The cable car will take you to the Malaya Kizilovka mountain, its top station is located at +615 meters above sea level. The legendary Nalchik restaurant “Sosruko” is located here.

It is named after the hero of the local epic, the hero Sosruko. Its history largely repeats the Greek legend of Prometheus, but the history of the restaurant began in the era of the USSR. Then it was considered obligatory to have lunch in the “head” of the knight, enjoying the panorama of the mountains and Nalchik.

Now the restaurant is not operating, but it is also included in the list of tourist places on the must visit list. Near it there is an excellent viewing terrace overlooking the city, a flowering park, and many walking paths.

Have you flown under the clouds and worked up an appetite? After descending, take a walk towards Lake Kurortnoye. There are a lot of cafes on its banks where you can dine all year round. But it’s especially great here in the warm season, when restaurants place tables closer to the water. Order Balkar khychins and enjoy your vacation!

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What to see in Nalchik in one day: main attractions

» » » The city was founded in 1724. From Kabardian Nalchik is translated as “horseshoe” because it is located in the center of the mountains (as in a semicircle). That is why the horseshoe was chosen as the emblem of the city.

On its territory there are 18 active mineral springs, thanks to which it was formed as a mountain climatic resort. Cars are prohibited from entering the resort part of the city. In the health zone of Nalchik, which occupies a quarter of the city, there are tourist centers, sanatoriums, rest houses and boarding houses.

Diseases of the liver, heart, nervous system, biliary tract, and musculoskeletal system are successfully treated here.

Where to go from Nalchik - to.

From Nalchik it is convenient to get to the highest mountain in Russia and Europe - Elbrus, buses and minibuses run from here, the ride takes 2-3 hours.

Interesting facts about Nalchik

Nalchik is the capital of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic. It is considered one of the most colorful Russian cities. This is the land of highlanders who have managed to carry their love for their native languages, culture and traditions through the centuries. Here are some interesting facts about this small city:

▶ Until now, scientists do not have an exact date for the founding of Nalchik. Some researchers believe that the fortress was founded in 1818, while others claim that this could only have happened in the 20s. XIX century

▶ There is an opinion that in the 18th century. On the territory of the modern capital there was an aul of the main Kabardian princes. This place was considered the center of all Kabarda.

▶ The symbol of Nalchik is a horseshoe. This is due to the etymology of the name. It comes from the word “nal”, which is present in both the Kabardian and Balkar languages ​​and is translated as “horseshoe”.

▶ Nalchik owes its name to its shape. It is located in a semicircle of mountains and resembles a horseshoe in outline.

▶ There is an alternative opinion that the city became “Nalchik” due to the fact that there used to be a lot of dirt on its territory, which is why horses lost their horseshoes. Now in place of those impassable roads there are avenues leading straight to the foot of the mountains.

▶ The geographical position of the capital became its protection from the winds. In this regard, hurricanes almost never rage in Nalchik.

▶ In clear weather, you can see the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains from every point in the city. Nalchik itself is located at an altitude of 512 meters above sea level.

▶ The main climatic feature of Nalchik is sharp temperature fluctuations. They are a result of its geographical location. Therefore, even in the midst of summer, the capital's nights are cool and refreshing.

▶ The city park of Nalchik - Atazhukinsky Garden - is reputed to be one of the largest in the entire North Caucasus. In the park you can see more than 150 species of shrubs and trees. Among them there are also relict ones. Some grow only in the CBD, while others were brought from different parts of the globe.

▶ The main attraction of Nalchik is the Sosruko restaurant. The building is made in the form of the head of the main character of the Nart epic and his outstretched hand, in which there is a torch. By the way, the plot of this legend is very similar to the myth of Prometheus. This place has repeatedly received awards for its original style.

▶ Echoes of its history can still be heard in Nalchik. On its roads you can meet mountaineers riding purebred Kabardian horses.

▶ Residents of Nalchik honor their gastronomic culture. On almost every street in the city there are cafes or restaurants where you can try the famous Khychin, lakum, and baklava.

▶ Nalchik is known as a center of mountaineering and tourism. In the suburb there are several mineral springs, and from the windows you can see the magnificent ridge of snow-white peaks of the Caucasus Range.

▶ Local residents treat national traditions with care. Both on holidays and on gray days, young mountaineers gather together to dance lezginka on the streets of the city.

▶ Famous natives of Nalchik are Olympic medalists in wrestling Bilyal Makhov and Aniuar Geduev, singer Dima Bilan.

Nalchik is an amazingly green, cozy and original city that will charm everyone who wants to become part of it, at least for a while.

Where to go with a child in Nalchik

When going on a family trip, be sure to plan where to go in Nalchik with a child. The city is always ready to warmly welcome young tourists and provide them with exciting leisure time.

Nalchik Zoo

A walk through the zoo, which occupies almost 7 hectares of picturesque parkland, will bring great pleasure to all family members. Here you can see more than 350 fauna representatives belonging to 150 species. A large number of visitors traditionally gather at the enclosures with representatives of the cat family, brown and black bears. Children love watching the hilarious antics of macaques, hamadryas, and monkeys. Children will be able to alternate communication with living nature with entertainment in the children's town, for which there is no charge for visiting.

Children's town "Treasure Island"

If you come to Nalchik with a preschool child, be sure to plan a visit to the DEYa shopping center. All conditions have been created here for your beloved child to have fun from the heart. A children's town with slides, labyrinths, and inflatable safe attractions will delight him. Animators offer young visitors fun quizzes and active games. When tired, the child happily eats one of the delicacies presented in the special menu of the children's cafe.

Chegem waterfalls

Address: Khushtosyrt village. Excursions to the waterfalls are organized by almost all tour operators in Nalchik.

The unique natural recreation is located 55 km from the city, but it’s definitely worth taking your child here. Both the young tourist and his parents will receive a lot of vivid impressions. The Su-Azu gorge amazes with its picturesqueness. In several places, mountain streams Kayaarty and Sakal-Tup pour streams of water into Chegem from the tops of rocks. The length of the most powerful cascade is 30 m. The gorge is beautiful at any time of the year. A unique microclimate has been created here, conducive to the growth of many types of herbs and colorful flowers. In winter, when the river waters are frozen, the streams turn into strangely shaped blocks of ice, captivating with their unearthly splendor.

If you have never been to Nalchik, be sure to spend your next vacation here. The city has created excellent conditions for a good rest, full of vivid emotions.

Baksan Gorge

The most famous gorge in the Central Caucasus. The Baksan Gorge originates near two ridges (Pasture and Skalisty), in an area with sparse forests that lead to the foot of Elbrus.

The ridges stretch through the villages of Zhankhoteko and Lakshuty. On one side of the gorge you can see yellowish limestone steep walls, on the other - a cliff to the Baksan River.

The Baksan Gorge is quite wide; it begins to narrow just beyond the village. Outside the city of Tyrnauz, the gorge is covered with a picturesque pine forest, which stretches to the Azau clearing, located at an altitude of 2300 meters. At this point, the gorge road ends at the village of Terskol and the route to Elbrus and other Caucasus Mountains begins.

Entertainment for children

An inspection of the fortress, Caucasian flavor and mountain landscapes can impress a child, but if this is not enough, take him to the water park, and in cloudy weather - to the Stalsky Theater.

Water park "AquaLand"

This is a modern open-air water complex on the shores of the Caspian Sea. There are 6 attractions, adult and children's pools. You can have a snack in the summer cafe. The water park also includes a well-equipped beach, where you can rent sun loungers and umbrellas.

The AquaLand water park in Derbent operates outdoors

Musical and Drama Theater named after Stalsky

This is a Lezgin theater founded in 1906. Initially it was located in the village of Akhty, and performances were staged exclusively for men. The first attempts to invite women to perform were unsuccessful, as the local clergy was against it. To give the theater scale, the troupe was given premises in the Akhtyn Fortress.

The theater troupe was transferred to Derbent in 1949. 6 years after the move, the theater was replenished with GITIS graduates. Now the repertoire always includes performances for adults and children’s productions, for example, “Nasreddin’s Golden Donkey.”

The Stalsky Drama Theater was awarded the “Golden Palm” prize by the international association “Partnership for Progress” (Paris, 1998)

Information for tourists:

Mount Cheget

One of the highest mountains in the Caucasus, its height is about 3700 meters. From the mountain you can admire the view of the highest peak in Europe – Elbrus. Another feature of Mount Cheget is the second line of the cable car, which passes through an area where there is snow throughout the year.

There are 3 stages of the cableway in total. The first is one of the most popular among tourists, its height is 1500-1600 meters. The second one starts from an altitude of 2700 meters. The third one starts at an altitude of 3100 meters, but the subscription does not apply to it and you can only get there for a fee. The best period for skiing on Cheget is from late November to mid-May; at other times of the year there is a danger of avalanches.

How to get to Nalchik

You can get to Nalchik by different means of transport:

• by plane to Nalchik International Airport (from Moscow, St. Petersburg or Istanbul) or neighboring airports, and then by bus. The flight from Moscow takes about 2.5 hours;
• by personal or rented car along the M4 highway (“Don”), and after the village of Pavlovskoye along the M217 highway (“Caucasus”);
• by train from Moscow or Rostov-on-Don. From other large cities you can travel to Kislovodsk by any train, since it “collects” trailer cars (Nalchik railway station is located on Osetinskaya Street). Approximate travel time - 34 hours;
• by bus from major cities. The Nalchik bus station is located on Temryuk Idarova, 124 “A”.

You can get to Nalchik by bus from the following cities:

• Moscow, Rostov-on-Don, Stavropol;
• Novorossiysk, Pyatigorsk, Krasnodar;
• Mineralnye Vody, Essentuki, Vladikavkaz, Kislovodsk;
• Maykop, Makhachkala, Budyonnovsk;
• Grozny, Nazran and Cherkessk.

The road to Nalchik may not be easy. Some of the highways are located in mountainous areas (there are serpentines, rivers, waterfalls, etc.), and the climate here is hot and humid. I usually get here from Mineralnye Vody by car, so the journey seems long to me. But the incredibly beautiful landscapes that surround me brighten up the road.

The M217 highway passes through major cities (Armavir, Georgievsk, Pyatigorsk, etc.)

Lesson about the world around us. Theme: “My city Nalchik”.

My city Nalchik

• Dzuganova O.M. primary school teacher

Sections:

Extracurricular activities

Goals:

• Expanding knowledge about the history of the city and its attractions.
• Development of curiosity and memory.
• Fostering patriotism, love and respect for the native city, for the people who lived in Nalchik or visited it.

Progress of the event

Teacher: Hello, guys! Today we will talk about the city of Nalchik - the capital of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic. Let's remember how it appeared, let's talk about its attractions, about the names of the streets, about the people who left their words of admiration for Nalchik, having visited it even once.

Our event is called “The Unique City of Nalchik”. And how does it differ, and greatly, from other cities of our vast Motherland? This is what we will talk about today.

Presenter 1.

Disputes about the origin of the city's name have been going on for a long time. Well-known Caucasus experts divided into several camps:

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The famous Caucasus expert Leonid Ivanovich Lavrov wrote:

“nal” means “horseshoe” in Turkic, and the second part “chik” is from the Kabardian verb “shch1ychyn” - “to tear off one’s foot, to tear off.” It turns out “the place where the horseshoe comes off.”

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Another well-known Caucasian scholar, Jamaldin Nakhovich Kokov, believed:

“nal” is “horseshoe” in Turkic, and the second part “chik” is a diminutive suffix of the Turkic language, so “Nalchik” is easily translated as “horseshoe”.

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Prince Konstantin Chkheidze in his work “Country of Prometheus” wrote:

“There are two explanations why Nalchik is called Nalchik. According to one, Prince Atazhukin once lost a horseshoe ("nal" in Kabardian) in the place where the town is located, hence the name. According to another explanation, the name comes from the fact that the river makes a horseshoe-shaped turn at this place. Be that as it may, Nalchik is located in a valley protected from northern winds; Nalchik offers a fabulously beautiful view of the mountains"

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Journalists Maria and Viktor Kotlyarov write:

“It is considered most likely that the city received its name from the mountain river Nalchik, which flows through its territory, and its geographical location in a semicircle of mountains resembles a horseshoe. “Nalchik” in the translation of all indigenous languages ​​means “horseshoe”, that is, a symbol of happiness, prosperity and good luck. The horseshoe became the emblem of the city."

Reading a poem by a student.

"Nalchik" (Betal Kuashev)

You are standing in the horseshoe of the mountains, in the noisy greenery of the branches. I am proud of your beauty, City of my youth.

And then, wherever I was, I saw better than the city, But I still loved it, I always remembered my city.

I give everyone one piece of advice: Come see how the dawn over Nalchik lights up a third of the sky.

Here you are glad to see you often, The city of relaxation and happiness, the city of my youth, awaits guests with excitement.

Presenter 2. The founding date of Nalchik is no less controversial. During the Soviet period, it was officially believed that “the Nalchik fortress was founded in 1818 as one of the cordon fortifications of the Caucasian line, which arose during the period of struggle against Sultan Turkey for strengthening and expanding Russian positions in the North Caucasus.”

But local historian Vladimir Penner was one of the first to assert that the founding date of Nalchik was 1822, citing the books of Platon Zubov, a contemporary of that time, who wrote: “: General Ermolov:. Managed to build significant fortifications on the Urukha River back in 1822, Nalchik and Baksan:".

Another point of view: “Nalchik has three dates: as a settlement - 1745; as an administrative and political center - 1807; as a military fortress of the tsarist administration in the North Caucasus - 1822.”

However, this evidence does not look convincing to everyone, and 1818 is considered the birth of Nalchik.

Presenter 1. The then Nalchik was a military settlement with barracks, administration, courts, postal and telegraph office, stations, schools, an Orthodox church, a Jewish synagogue, a pharmacy, shops, a bazaar, etc.

Almost every Sloboda resident had a vegetable garden. Residents could sleep peacefully with open windows to the courtyard, since the times of robbers were gone forever. One of the documents says: “The settlement consists of Nalchik itself, the Astrakhan settlement, German and Jewish colonies:.” Residents lived in districts. For example, Germans lived in their own settlement, Jews lived in theirs, etc.

The beginning of the so-called Jewish colony, or “kolonka” in common parlance, was laid by several families who settled in 1847-1848 near the fortress. Soon the milepost separating the Jewish village and the settlement disappeared.

Aleksandrovka is the Aleksandrovskaya German colony, initially located near Nalchik, which later merged with the city, becoming one of its microdistricts. As you know, in the 30s of the 20th century a terrible famine broke out in the Volga region. Many German colonists who settled on the Volga even before the revolution set off on the road in search of a better life. A large group of them reached Nalchik.

In 1886, three kilometers from Nalchik, in the area that we today call Dolinsky, a certain Ekaterina Petrovna Dolinskaya settled. Dolinsky farm, Dolinsky dachas, Dolinsk dacha village and, finally, the Dolinsk resort area. This place had many advantages. And one of the most important things is its air.

Volny Aul. Its original population consisted of freed serfs from the Kabardian owners who were rebellious to Russia. Replenishment of Volnoaul residents was carried out as peasants fled from rebellious owners. The spirit of love of freedom, and even rebellion, still distinguishes many residents of Free Aul. We are talking about the special aura of this place, as if elevated above the rest of the city, looking down on it from the right, steeper bank of the Nalchik River.

Reading of Inna Kashezheva's poem by a student.

Free Aul beyond the green river. It seems to me that I can reach it with my hand. Only my hand is still small: The wind sings and screams like a mullah. Stone foot of the mountains. Were you free, Free Aul? There is only one will - the saddle, the stirrups: The will of the mountaineer was called war. There is only one will - the flock is fat, But there is only water in the shepherd’s cauldron. The cloak is alien, like a cloud, black - The prince needs a young wife: But to the mountaineer, freedom is more valuable than love. October was scarlet: in fire and in blood. Dzhigit is not the only one who has fallen asleep here forever, So that you may be called free, Free Aul!

Presenter 2.

What was the settlement of Nalchik like in the pre-revolutionary years? Small low houses made of adobe, some of brick, covered with tiles and sometimes with iron. Parallel streets: Ermolovskaya, Vorontsovskaya, Elizavetinskaya, Boulevard, Bazarnaya, Stepnaya, behind which, in the pasture, cattle were grazed, there was also a landfill. And further along stretched the bazkas, fenced with fences. During drought, residents carried water from the river on rockers to water tomatoes and cabbage: beyond the vegetable gardens lay the steppe. In the distance, like an island, the greenery of the dacha “Zatishye” could be seen.

The main street was Vorontsovskaya, the current Kabardinskaya. It was she who set the direction of Ermolovskaya, Elizavetinskaya, and then Boulevard, Bazarnaya, Stepnaya, laid out parallel to the main street; Many events inscribed in the biography of the republic took place here. It was paved with cobblestones, and in the area of ​​the Pobeda cinema there was a small bazaar: on the right were meat and bread stalls. On the left are Persian shops with fruits and various sweets, and in the center of the market there are long narrow tables with vegetables, flowers and various products.

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Teacher.

So we plunged into the history of Nalchik. Now let's talk about the sights of our hometown. After all, he is known for some of them throughout Russia, and even abroad.

Presenter 2.

Everyone is familiar with the phrase “Atazhukinsky Park”. And it was founded in the mid-19th century: “: in 1847, the head of the Caucasian Line Center received instructions from the governor of the Caucasus to organize a state-owned orchard at the Nalchik fortification.” Cuttings of pears, apple trees, peaches, cherries, plums, apricots, and grapes were brought from Georgia and Crimea. In 1865, the garden and adjacent lands with an area of ​​more than 30 hectares were transferred into the possession of the Kabardian prince Atazhukin, receiving the name “Atazhukin Garden”.

In 1923, Atazhukin Garden, which became Nalchik Park, gained a second youth. 40,000 seedlings of pine, spruce, maple, birch and other tree species were planted. Subsequently, the park merged with the territory of the forest park, then Dolinsk and became what we know it today.

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The alley of the famous blue spruces, the linden alley, a landscaped pedestrian area with beautiful benches, flower beds rich in colorful flowers, clean air - all this is our excellent park, which we are rightfully proud of and which visitors admire.

The length of the Main Park Alley is 1340 m, and the width is 9 m. In one of the flower beds of the park stands an almost three-meter-high vase, the walls of which are decorated with fresh flowers.

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To the left of the Main Street, Linden Alley begins. Many of the trees that make it up are more than one and a half hundred years old, because they were planted in 1851, when the foundation of the park took place. The attraction of Linden Alley is the flower calendar. For many decades, park workers have been changing boxes every morning with flowers planted in the ground, from which the numbers of days, years and letters of the months are compiled.

In the park in the Dolinsk area there is the famous Bochka cafe and the famous drinking pavilion Istochnik Nalchik.

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A famous place in the park is the Eternal Flame of Glory. In everyday use - the Eternal Flame. Soldiers who died during the liberation of Nalchik from fascist invaders during the Great Patriotic War are buried here. Both on holidays and on weekdays, the folk trail does not overgrow here: young people must lay flowers here at their wedding, but more often people listen to the melody of the requiem, gaze for a long time thoughtfully at the flames roaring out of the five-pointed star shining with gold.

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But the main thing about the park is its green wealth. It is no coincidence that parks are called museums of wildlife. If you follow this approach, then Nalchik is one of the richest in exhibits. There are about 160 species of trees and shrubs, and about three hundred species of herbaceous vegetation. In addition to the flora of the Caucasus, exhibits from North America, Central and Southern Europe, Japan, China and Korea, Siberia and Asia Minor are abundantly presented.

Presenter 1.

The next attractions of Nalchik are the sanatoriums.

Back in 1896, in the newspaper “Kazbek” B.K. Dalgat wrote: “The main significance of Nalchik lies in those qualities that predict its great future as a resort, a medical station. Its even, mild and dry, but not hot climate, wonderful air, closeness to nature, the opportunity to find yourself in a field or forest in 5 minutes and breathe clean air, the cheapness of life, the rustic simplicity of morals: all this and much more make Nalchik one of the the best summer resorts in Russia." In 1936, Nalchik became a balneological resort of all-Union significance. And subsequently it became one of the four Russian resorts of federal significance.

The Nalchik resort is multidisciplinary; patients with a wide variety of diseases are treated here. The Blue Spruce sanatorium deals with diseases of the musculoskeletal system, peripheral nervous system, and genitourinary system.

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Sanatorium "Pear Grove" - ​​treatment of diseases of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, digestive organs, skin.

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Sanatorium named after B. Kalmykov - treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, musculoskeletal system, skin.

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Sanatorium "Leningrad" - treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal, nervous, urinary, endocrine systems, digestive organs, respiratory system, circulatory system, skin, metabolic disorders.

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Sanatorium "Raduga" is a rehabilitation center for medical and social rehabilitation of children with various diseases.

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There are 13 more sanatoriums in Nalchik.

Reading a poem by a student.

“My city Nalchik” (Fousat Balkarova)

My Nalchik: City of my youth, Did you tear off horseshoes? Really? It must be only on enemy horses, so that they don’t dare trample on our land. You are famous for your healing water and full of warm compassion for people, tearing horseshoes from horses, You are now distributing horseshoes of happiness.

Presenter 2.

One more attraction. We have already mentioned the drinking pavilion “Nalchik Source”. The first mineral springs were discovered in 1893 by a Sloboda resident quite by accident: iron and alkaline. In 1927, 2 sanatoriums with 145 beds were built in their place.

In the territory of the Nalchik resort there are 18 mineral springs and wells, and medicinal mineral waters are used in the form of baths and for internal use.

Along with mineral waters, the resort of Nalchik widely uses the healing mud of Lake Tambukan, which is located on the border between Kabardino-Balkaria and the Stavropol Territory.

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Presenter 1.

Another attraction of the city is the monument to Mary. Everyone knows the story of the marriage of the Russian Tsar Ivan IV, nicknamed the Terrible, to the Kabardian princess Kuchenya, daughter of the Kabardian prince Temryuk Idarov. This monument is a symbol of brotherhood between Russians and Kabardians. “Forever with Russia” is written in gold on the pedestal. And it is believed that this marriage was the first step in strengthening relations between the strong northern neighbor Russia and the small southern neighbor Kabarda, which was in great need of strength and outside help.

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Presenter 2.

I would like to mention the people who once visited our city and were delighted with it.

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Alexander Alexandrovich Fadeev is an outstanding Soviet writer, who in the summer of 1925 worked in Nalchik on the novel “Destruction”

Alexander Griboedov, being a diplomatic official under A.P. Ermolov, visited here in the fall

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For Marco Vovchok (Maria Alexandrovna Vilinskaya), a classic of Ukrainian literature, Nalchik became not only a creative abode, but also his last refuge. In 1906, she caught a bad cold and never got up again. This is what she wrote to her son: “It’s wonderful to be treated and to live about three or four miles from the town. The air is amazing: Here I am writing and I see through the window a dazzling blue sky: and the sun, the sun, the sun, not yet burning, but so life-giving! ...I saw with my own eyes several sick, drooping, despondent people who, a month later, left cheerfully and blessed Nalchik.”

Fyodor Ivanovich Chaliapin is a famous Russian bass. Chaliapin liked Nalchik so much that he expressed the idea of ​​purchasing land in the Dolinsk area with the subsequent construction of a dacha. The October Revolution made significant adjustments to these plans. And now there is only a memorial plaque installed on one of the buildings of the Elbrus sanatorium.

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In the spring of 1936, two more famous writers visited Nalchik: Alexander Serafimovich, the author of “The Iron Stream,” recalled that “he left with the best impressions.”

And the second guest of Nalchik is Mikhail Prishvin, a lyricist who dedicated his work to the amazing world of nature. Answering questions from a correspondent for Socialist Kabardino-Balkaria, the writer called the republic “the most beautiful small country in the world.” The short stories he wrote in Nalchik subsequently formed a cycle called “Caucasian Stories.”

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In October 1933, the famous writer Isaac Babel lived in Nalchik. The amazing atmosphere of Dolinsk - invigorating, bright, restoring mood and physical health - set the mood for work. It is to him that Kabardino-Balkaria owes the definitions “country of people”, “pearl among Soviet regions”.

In the second half of 1941, famous cultural figures were evacuated to Nalchik - writers Ivan Novikov and V.V. Veresaev, composers S.S. Prokofiev, N.Ya. Myaskovsky, A.B. Goldenweiser, artists I.E. Grabar, V. S. S. Svarog, I. N. Pavlov, sculptor I. A. Mendelevich, directors and actors V. N. Nemirovich-Danchenko, V. I. Kachalov, I. M. Moskvin, M. M. Tarkhanov, O. L. Knipper -Chekhov.

Staying in Nalchik brought national flavor to the work of brilliant masters.

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Composer S.S. Prokofiev creates a string quartet based on local songs.

N.Ya.Myaskovsky - 23rd symphony based on folklore motifs of the Kabardians and Balkars.

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A.N. Alexandrov completes the opera “Bela”, in which he uses national motifs of the peoples of Kabardians and Balkars

Artists

N.M. Chernyshev,

I.E.Grabar,

V.A.Svarog

paint watercolor landscapes and sketches capturing Nalchik and its nature at different times of the year

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Sculptor I.A. Mendelevich sculpts the figure of the legendary folk hero Andemirkan

Reading a poem by students.

“Welcome to Nalchik” (Alim Keshokov)

There were paths and roads between the cliffs and valleys, There were a lot of pedestrians and cars on the roads. We invite you to visit, people, come now. We will be glad to see all our friends - That’s how it is with us. And no matter what the blood, If you came with goodness, We will meet you with love, We will invite you to our table. Let's pass the time together, Together grief is not a problem. You will sit in a place of honor, And your glass - honor after honor - will be filled by the toastmaster himself. And as we see you off, we will only ask you one thing: Tell us about our beautiful land in your land. Soon or not soon, Remember at least someday: “The path to our beautiful, kind city is clear for friends.”

Parks

Atazhukinsky Park. Atazhukinsky, or, as it is also called, Central Park of Nalchik, is one of the main entertainment centers of the city. This place owes its name to the Kabardian prince Atazhuko Atazhukin. More than 150 species of plants grow on the territory of the park, the infrastructure is highly developed, which allows any visitor to this place to find something to their liking. It is believed that the creation of the park dates back to the mid-19th century, when a decision was made to develop a garden at a local military fortification. Later, at the beginning of the 20th century, the park was improved - alleys were arranged, flower beds were laid out.

At the beginning of the 21st century, Atazhukinsky Park received the title of the best green park in the Russian Federation. Here you can find samples of flora from all corners of the globe. The pride of the park is the ginkgo tree, a relict plant that grew on Earth before the era of dinosaurs.

Chegem waterfalls. The pearl of the surroundings of Nalchik are the Chegem waterfalls. This is a system of three waterfalls located 55 km from the city. The most popular waterfall among tourists is the Chegemsky waterfall, which attracts tourists with its mesmerizing beauty and power. This place can be visited at any time of the year - in summer everything here is surrounded by greenery and flowers, while in winter the waterfalls turn into wonderful ice sculptures, giving the feeling of a winter fairy tale. Near the waterfalls there are convenient viewing platforms, souvenir shops and cafes where you can try national cuisine.

Parks and Recreation

Terskol Peak Observatory

Coordinates: 43.274712, 42.500843 Address: Elbrus district, on the right shoulder of Elbrus

The observatory is located at an altitude of 3150 meters above sea level on the slope of Elbrus, on the territory of the New Horizon station. Several months a year the station is covered with snow. She is cut off from the outside world. You can only get here on foot.

Back in the 70s of the twentieth century, several small telescopes were installed; in 1988, installation of the Zeiss-2000 telescope began. It was finally installed only in 1995. The Terskol Peak Observatory today has international status.

The main task of the observatory is high and ultra-high resolution spectroscopy. The research program has been developed for years to come. In total, about ten astronomers work there on a rotational basis.

Thermal springs of Aushiger

Address: Aushiger village (20 minutes by car from Nalchik)

The lake contains nitrogen-carbon dioxide mineral water. The source comes from a well about 4 km deep. Mineral water is suitable both for medicinal baths and is prescribed for oral administration. The water is hot (50C), you can swim all year round.

The complex is equipped for relaxation and has a SPA center.

Mineral water is used in the treatment of many diseases. Before visiting the source, consultation with a doctor is required. The list of contraindications is significant.

Amber Thermal Spring

Address: s. YantarnoyeRoute from Nalchik: get to Prokhladny, then to the village. Yantarnoe

On the territory of the complex there is a small lake with mineral water, which contains sodium chloride. The water in it contains silicic acid. There are two swimming pools - women's and men's.

Before swimming, you should carefully read all recommendations and contraindications and consult your doctor. Pregnant women and children under 3 years old are strictly prohibited from swimming in the spring. Children of primary school age can be in the lake for no more than 10 minutes.

How much time does it take to explore Nalchik?

Nalchik is a small city, so its sights can be explored in a day. But if you plan to visit the Elbrus region, Chegem waterfalls, Blue Lakes and other natural beauties outside the city, then you will need at least three days. Of course, if you spend more than one day in the city, you need to check into a hotel. There are hotels and hostels both in Nalchik itself and in the surrounding area.

What to see in Nalchik in 5 days

If your visit to Nalchik is planned for more than 3 days, visit other attractions:

• restaurant "Sosruko";
• monument "Fantômas";
• Cheget.

Restaurant "Sosruko"

“Sosruko” is one of the most popular restaurants in Nalchik. Local residents call it the symbol of the city. The restaurant is an architectural structure in the shape of the head of a Nart hero, after whom it is named.

"Sosruko" stands on Kizilovka - a mountain within the city

The administration of the establishment offers guests:

• national cuisine;
• youth (two-story) hall;
• hunting hall;
• beautiful scenery in the form of waterfalls;
• panoramic view from the windows of almost the entire Nalchik.

The famous restaurant is located on Lermontov Street, 25.

Monument "Fantômas"

Any Nalsk resident knows what “Fantomas” is. This is the name given to the monument erected in 1968. The author of the sculpture, Guide Bzheumykhov, dedicated this monument to Komsomol members who gave their lives for their Motherland. The opening of the monument was timed to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the Komsomol.

I asked why such a large and significant monument was nicknamed Fantômas, because this is a comparison with a villain. It turned out that depending on the weather, the metal sculpture takes on a greenish tint. And immediately after the installation of the monument, old-timers demanded the dismantling of the statue, which resembled a monster. And some even considered the sculpture indecent. Although, in my opinion, “Fantomas” is somewhat similar to one of the famous monuments of Mamayev Kurgan. I never saw the green color.

Monument to Komsomol members (“Fantomas”) is a sculptural composition of a stele and the figure of a Komsomol member holding his hand on his heart

“Fantomas” is located on Shortanova Street (in front of the Walnut Grove).

Cheget

Cheget is a mountain in the Caucasus mountain range, the second most popular and largest in Kabardino-Balkaria after Elbrus. There are many gorges and panoramic areas, and tourists use the valley at the foot of the mountain for acclimatization. There are also ski resorts and a cable car here. From the slope there is an overview of the Baksan Gorge and Elbrus.

“Cheget” is the unofficial name of the mountain. It has two peaks - Donguz-Orunbashi (3769 m) and Azau-Gitche-Cheget-Karabashi (3461 m).

There are hotels and shops in the Cheget Valley, and there are cafes and restaurants even on the mountainside

Cheget is located near Elbrus. You can get to it from the Nalchik bus station by minibus or excursion bus.

Each city has its own attractions. In one there is medieval architecture, in another there are skyscrapers, in the third there is the sea, in the fourth there are mountains, in the fifth there is a garbage dump. Also, in each city, various sculptural compositions and monuments are considered a landmark. Since in our city (Nalchik) the main attraction is nature, it is deprived of others. But I decided to do a little research to find something that makes our city stand out. Of course, Shemyakin and Tsereteli did not have time to show off their monumental art in our squares, however...

Let's start with politicians. This is a monument to Mary. That’s what we call this analogue of the Statue of Liberty. In fact, the woman who is holding in her hands the draft declaration on the proclamation of democracy in Kabarda is called Guashchanya, in Russian Kuchenya, and after she was married to Ivan the Terrible and she converted to Islam and Orthodoxy, they began to call her simply Maria.

This happened in 1557. Then a group of comrades from Kabarda came to visit the Russian Tsar to offer him to allocate a peacekeeping contingent to protect the possessions of cultured Caucasians from uncultured ones, or to offer, as a last resort, a pact of non-attack, peace, friendship, work and love. The formidable king listened to the formidable bearded men and asked: “Are there any beautiful girls among you?” “Of course there are!” - the walkers answered and betrothed him the daughter of the chief Kabardian People's Commissar for the affairs of all Kabardians in Kabarda. These bas-reliefs show how...umm...in general, I didn’t understand what was visible there, but something was clearly happening there. This inscription is behind the monument.

This one is in front. And here you can see traces of an explosion that militants staged several years ago. Most likely, this was done not with the goal of blowing up the monument, but to scare the FSB agents who work across the road from the monument. This is Lenin. Not every capital of a subject of the Russian Federation has Lenin on the main square, would you agree? He used to stand here, extending his hand to our White House, where the heads of the republic worked. But after Lenin became unfashionable, he was moved somewhere to an industrial zone, and a globe was placed on the pedestal, but then the globe was removed and the pedestal was demolished.

The communists were indignant, indignant, and still beat out permission for Lenin to live in this square, but he was settled away from the windows of the president, at the end of the square, otherwise who knows Lenin? This is Betal Kalmykov. The head of the republic in the pre-war years, until 1937, until he was repressed. He lives near the entrance to the city park, and like all political figures of Soviet times, he extends his hand towards a bright future, that is, our harsh present.

And these are either tombstones placed on the grave of the famous Kabardian public figure Dzhabaga Kazanoko. He was distinguished by his wisdom and intelligence, unlike those to whom such monuments were not erected. By the way, there are no ashes under the stones, because they were moved at the beginning of the 20th century to Nalchik from Zayukovo, where he was buried. To be continued.

Sights of Nalchik and its surroundings

› Surrounded by a horseshoe of mountains, the capital of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic attracts travelers from all over Russia. Like most Caucasian cities, Nalchik traces its history back to the construction of a military fortress.

The year of its foundation is 1818, although some historians question this date of birth of Nalchik. There are scientists who believe that the city’s existence can be traced back to the moment Prince Aslanbek Kaitukin moved to the residence on the Nalchik River in 1724. Nalchik received the status of a settlement in 1863, and it began to proudly be called a city in 1921.

A city of military glory, a picturesque mountain climatic resort, a center of balneological health resorts and unique attractions - all this is Nalchik, spacious, airy and beautiful.

Its name, in its etymology, goes back to the Turkic word for “horseshoe,” and therefore local residents consider their homeland a delightful city of happiness.

The Sosruko restaurant is often called the calling card of Nalchik.

Map

Nalchik: photo from space (Google Maps) Nalchik: photo from space (Microsoft Virtual Earth)

a brief description of

Located in the foothills of the Greater Caucasus (at an altitude of about 500 m), on the river. Nalchik (Terek basin), 1873 km south of Moscow. Railway station.

The climate is moderate continental. Winters are mild, with little snow, and unstable snow cover. The average January temperature is -4. Spring is early, with heavy rainfall, colder than autumn. Summers are very warm, relatively dry, with many clear sunny days. The average temperature in January is +25. Autumn is warm, dry, sunny. The average temperature in October is +9. Precipitation is about 600 mm per year, mainly in spring and summer.

Nalchik is a center of tourism and mountaineering.

On the outskirts of the city, in the Dolinsk area, there is a balneological and mountain climatic resort, b.ch. The territory of which is occupied by a forest park of coniferous and deciduous trees. Along with the climate, the most important healing factors are the mineral waters of the Belorechensky springs (8 km from Nalchik) and wells in the resort, mud therapy (silt mud of the Tambukan Lake near Pyatigorsk).

Territory (sq. km): 133

Information about the city of Nalchik on the Russian Wikipedia site

Historical sketch

On the site of Nalchik in 1743, the village of Toglans was founded, since 1808 the administrative and political center of Kabarda, the residence of the Kabardian princes.

In 1822, the Russian fortress Nalchik was built on the Caucasian border fortified line. In 1838, a military settlement was founded at the fortress, which in 1871 was transformed into a settlement, the center of the Nalchik district of the Terek region.

Name by location on the river. Nalchik (Terek basin). In the Balkar and Kabardian-Circassian languages, Nalchik is a “small horseshoe” (nal(s) “horseshoe”, -chik is a diminutive suffix). But since the river in the city and its environs does not have sharp bends like a horseshoe, they are trying to explain the name of the city itself. The name remains unclear.

Since 1921, the city has been the center of the Kabardian Autonomous Region, since 1922 - the Kabardino-Balkarian Autonomous Region, in 1936-91 the capital of the Kabardino-Balkarian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic (in 1944-57 - the Kabardian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic).

During the Great Patriotic War of 1941-45, Nalchik was occupied by Nazi troops on October 28, 1942. It was liberated on January 4, 1943 by troops of the Transcaucasian Front during the North Caucasus Operation.

Since 1991, the capital of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic.

In 1990, the city districts Leninsky and Oktyabrsky were abolished.

Municipal indicators

Data sources:

1. Regions of Russia. Main characteristics of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation: statistical collection. Goskomstat of Russia. - M:, 2003.
2. Regions of Russia. Basic socio-economic indicators of cities. Statistical collection. Rosstat. - M:, 2005. p. 161
3. Transport in Russia: Statistical collection. Goskomstat. - M:, 2003. pp. 112, 122
4. Transport in Russia: Statistical collection. Rosstat. - M:, 2005. pp. 119, 129
5. Regions of Russia. Basic socio-economic indicators of cities. 2006. Statistical collection. Rosstat. - M:, 2006. p. 161

Culture, science, education

University. Institutes: agricultural, arts.

Theatres: drama, music.

Museums: local history, fine arts. House-museum of Russian and Ukrainian writer Marko Vovchok.

Universities of the city

Kabardino-Balkarian State Agricultural Academy named after.
V.M. Kokova 360030, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Lenina, 1-B WWW: https://www.kbsha.ru/

Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after. HM. Berbekova

360004, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Chernyshevsky, 173 WWW: https://www.kbsu.ru/

Kabardino-Balkarian Institute of Business

360004, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Akhokhova, 169-A

Nalchik branch of the Belgorod University of Consumer Cooperation

360030, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, K. Kuliev Ave., 9

Nalchik branch of the Krasnodar University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia

360016, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Malbakhova, 123 WWW: https://www.nli.kbrnet.ru/

Nalchik branch of the Modern Humanitarian Academy

360000, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Ordzhonikidze, 172

North Caucasus State Institute of Arts

360030, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, Lenin Ave., 1

Museums, galleries, exhibition halls

Kabardino-Balkarian Museum of Fine Arts 360051, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, Lenin Ave., 35 Phone(s): (8662) 427-036
Literary Museum of Nalchik 360000, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik , Dolinsk, sanatorium "Elbrus" Phone(s): (866) 5-68-80

Memorial to the Victims of Political Repression (1944-1957) 360002, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Kanukoeva Phone(s)

Memorial House-Museum of Marko Vovchok 360000, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, Dolinsk, st. M. Vovchok, 3 Phone(s): (866) 5-6880

Memorial Museum-Apartment of A.A. Shogentsukov 360022, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Gorkogo, 35 Phone(s): (866) 5-6880

National Museum of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic 360022, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, st. Gorkogo, 62 Phone(s): (8662) 77-3942

Architecture, sights

Many were built in the 1930s. In Nalchik, industrial structures, residential and public buildings were destroyed during the Great Patriotic War.

Nalchik has a regular grid of streets, built up mainly with multi-storey and administrative buildings from the 1950s-70s. In the northeast of the city there are industrial zones. The city is well landscaped, and the picturesque panorama of the Caucasus ranges, which encircles Nalchik in a semicircle from the southwest, gives it a special flavor.

Among the large public buildings are the Drama Theater (1967, architect E.M. Landau and others), the House of Soviets (1956, architect S.A. Maslikh, S.E. Vakhtangov), etc. On the site of the ancient fortress there is a hotel "Nalchik" (1931, reconstructed in 1950, 1967-74).

Along the Nalchik River there is a park (founded in 1850), connecting the city center with the resort area. The park has 3 artificial lakes, a summer theater, pavilions, fountains, a monument to Soviet soldiers who died in 1941-45 (1946, architect P.P. Kazanchev).

Hippodrome and stadium (both - 1948, architect E.F. Guryanov).

On the territory of Nalchik there are archaeological monuments: Nalchik burial ground (second half of the second millennium BC), Agubekovskaya site (beginning of the third millennium BC), Dolinskoye settlement (second millennium BC).

Monuments and museums

Sculpture Motherland

Address: st. Batenchuka, 15

The monument was opened in 1975 on the 30th anniversary of the Victory. It is dedicated to the heroes of the Great Patriotic War. The author of the monument is Ildar Khanov. He designed and created the 40 m high monument in just 2 months and 17 days.

Thousands of people took part in the two-month construction of the monument. These were workers from Nizhny Chelny factories, international teams from Chechnya, Turkmenistan, and Belarus.

The monument turned out not to be in the tradition of classical Soviet monuments. And therefore, the interdepartmental commission that arrived at the opening of the memorial sign proposed blowing up the sculptural group. However, the strength of the structure - a 20-meter foundation and an iron frame - did not allow the unusual monument to be destroyed.

The Motherland is stylized as a Phoenix bird. On its wings are images of the faces of war heroes. In front of the monument there is an eternal flame burning. Behind the sculpture is a mourning wall on which the names of 6,809 residents of Naberezhnye Chelny who died during the Great Patriotic War are listed.

Museum of History and Local Lore

The Museum of History and Local Lore has been operating since 1972. There are exhibitions of archaeology, paleontology, ethnography, and city history.

The most popular collections are:

• coins;
• women's jewelry;
• grandfather clock;
• antique furniture;
• painting and graphics.

The Museum of History and Local Lore is one of the five best museum collections in Naberezhnye Chelny.

Monument to Vysotsky

Address: intersection of st. Gidrostroiteley and Komsomolskaya embankment

A monument to Vladimir Vysotsky was erected near the Kama Hotel, where the poet and bard stayed in 1973. The square in front of it was also renamed Vysotsky Square.

The cut bell symbolizes the poet's creativity. The star and the guitar are symbols of the artist himself. The author of the monument is Chelny sculptor Vladimir Nesterenko.

Monument to Gabdulla Tukay

Address: Mira Avenue, 39

The monument to the outstanding Tatar poet, publicist and public figure Gabdulla Tukai is one of the youngest monuments. Installed in 2011 in the Tukay square of the same name. The author is Kazan sculptor Vladimir Demchenko.

The figure of the poet is depicted together with the characters of his fairy tales, taken from Tatar mythology. There is the goblin Shurale and the water spirit - a girl with a golden comb, as well as a stylized image of a century-old tree.

Museum of Ecology

Address: New City, Druzhby Narodov Ave., 19 (31\13)Phone: +7 (8552) 58-39-64Social networks: https://vk.com/id384274419Operating hours: Monday - Friday from 8-00 to 17 -00, Saturday from 8-00 to 16-00

A relatively young museum. Created in 1999 and is a branch of the All-Russian Society for Nature Conservation.

Visitors can get acquainted with the flora and fauna of the Kama region. Here are sections typical for this kind of museum: flora, fauna, soil and minerals, ecology.

Monuments

What other attractions of Nalchik deserve attention? The monument “Forever with Russia” is located in front of the musical theater building. It was installed in 1957. On the lower tier you can see four bronze bas-reliefs that tell about the main events in the life of the population of Kabardino-Balkaria. Part of the composition is a statue of Ivan the Terrible’s second wife Maria, made of bronze. She personifies the classic image of the “Motherland” protecting her people.

The Eternal Flame of Glory monument is located on the territory of Atazhukinsky Park. Visitors will be able to see the obelisk, in front of which the Eternal Flame burns. The height of the structure is 30 meters. At its base there is a plaque with a commemorative inscription, and it is crowned with a gilded star.

Nalchik - reviews from those who moved

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Chris
12/25/2021 at 04:41

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Nalchik, this is another country, if they decide to separate from Russia, they will remain hungry. Cruel people even with children, deception everywhere, BALCONIES wherever they want

Russian
12/25/2021 at 04:35

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Nightmare

ChildrenSports
08/23/2021 at 17:01

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Nalchik is a good city, with its own traditions.

Christina
05/10/2021 at 00:43

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I would like to leave a review about a teacher from Nalchik! Tolkova Irina Tolbievna has 25 years of experience, she is engaged in fraud on Avito, she ordered new shoes from me through Avito delivery and replaced them with her old ones! Then she sent me in correspondence and threw me into the block, of course I won’t go to her from Volgograd, but I simply have to tell people about it!

Irina
05/04/2021 at 15:28

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The most beloved, hometown, with good-natured, sympathetic people. There are disadvantages, but you can cope with them. Peace, happiness and prosperity to you, beautiful Nalchik, and to our entire Kabardino-Balkaria!