Caucasus. Foothills

This gift edition is a unique guide to the Foothills of the North Caucasus. The book is intended for independent travelers ready to explore a unique region rich in history, culture, and unique natural features. An extensive natural region adjacent... to the northern macro-slope of the Greater Caucasus and predominantly located in the Krasnodar Territory, Adygea, and the Stavropol Territory is known for its beautiful landscapes and relative accessibility. There are no high mountains that are difficult to climb without mountaineering skills, and most attractions are accessible to people without special physical training. The Caucasian Mineral Waters is a specially protected eco-resort popular region of the North Caucasus. Adygea is a small unique republic, a land of mountains, forests, caves, rivers, and waterfalls. It has many protected areas, and almost a third of the republic is covered by forests. The mountain part of the republic is included in UNESCO's World Natural Heritage list, along with Lake Baikal, the volcanoes of Kamchatka, and the Putorana Plateau. You will also read about the unique places of Karachay-Cherkessia and Kabardino-Balkaria in this book. The guide will provide you with descriptions of the routes for the most interesting walks in the resort towns and their surroundings. The author's photographs will give you an idea of the landscape and attractions.