Karachay-Cherkessia is a subject of the Russian Federation. The city of Cherkessk is the capital. It is located in the south of our state. To delve deeper into the history of the city, you can visit one or more museums of the peoples that work in the local territory. Cherkessk is also rich in its natural beauty. In the vicinity of the city you can admire the clear lakes with crystal clear water, the green mountains with wild forests. Industry has declined in recent years, but the local economy is kept at small retail outlets.
Bit of history
Not a very big city in southern Russia called Cherkessk - the capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic. It is located on the right side of the Kuban River, in the Ciscaucasia zone.
The city appeared relatively recently, in early 1825, and bore a different name. They named him in honor of Batal Pasha, the head of the military detachment in Turkey. After some time, or rather, in 1934, the city changed its name to Sulimov. However, three years later, changes again occurred. Their result was a new name - Yezhovo-Cherkessk. But the story does not end there. Two years later, the arrest of People's Commissar Yezhov took place, and this, of course, led to the fact that the first part of the name of the city was decided to be removed. And so the city of Cherkessk turned out. And that is how we know him at the present time.
But the war is still ongoing over the name of the capital of the republic of Karachay-Cherkessia, which erupts between the Circassians and Karachais. This is due to the fact that the latter dream that someday the capital city will be called Karachaevsky.
Climate of Cherkessk
The Karachay-Cherkess capital has a fairly warm climate. For example, in summer the air temperature exceeds 38 degrees with a plus sign. And because of the scorching sun, it is simply impossible for residents to stay on the street for a long time, otherwise you can get severe burns or sunstroke, so they often "cool" near city fountains or in parks. Some generally prefer to spend daytime without leaving home. It is because of this that in the summer there are very few residents on the streets of the city.
In the winter season, air temperature does not drop below 10 degrees Celsius. And then, the capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic can boast of such a "cold" only in the last winter month - February.
But, despite the high temperature, constant piercing winds blow in the city and pour strong long rains, which can go on without stopping for several weeks. And because of the wind in winter, it seems that there is a terrible cold outside.
Ecology
There are absolutely no working factories or production factories left in the city, and only automobile exhaust gases and household garbage that people throw out pollute it. That is why the air here is clean, which favorably affects the life expectancy of citizens.
Residents of the city of Cherkessk
To date, according to statistics, the capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic is the "home" for more than 123 thousand people. And the number of nationalities of the city reaches 80. Most of them are Russians, Ukrainians, Circassians, Karachais, Ossetians and even Greeks. Moreover, almost 40% of all citizens living in Cherkessk follow the laws of Islam. And with each new day, Muslims are becoming more and more, including Russians accepting Islamic religion. As for the temperament and morality of the inhabitants of the Caucasian city, they are categorical and tough, oppose debauchery and do not accept open things on women.
Government of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic
The main legislative body is parliament. In this republic, it has its own name - the National Assembly. The term of the board is 4 years; elections for deputies (of which 73 people) are carried out by means of a general vote.
The head of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic is appointed by the representation of the President of the Russian Federation by the parliament itself.
Executive power is represented by the government. The chairman of this meeting is directly appointed by the head of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic. And at the same time, the consent of the National Assembly is necessary.
Picturesque sights of the city of Cherkessk
The capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic is incredibly beautiful because of its nature, it is as if drowning in the emerald green of trees. And multi-storey buildings alternate with private sectors and small houses on one or two floors. The streets here are clean and well-groomed, you can often find various monuments, galleries, museums. And also in the city a large number of various cozy cafes and restaurants.
But one of the most picturesque places of the capital, while it is also an important cultural object in the territory of such an association as the Karachay-Cherkess Republic (Russia), is considered "Green Island" - a recreation and culture park. The vast area of the wonderful park is 89 hectares - the largest zone in the southern part of Russia. More recently, namely in 2013, reconstruction was carried out here, and the "Green Island" received a second life. Now the park offers its visitors picturesque fountains and ponds of different sizes, pretty alleys, a well-groomed promenade, comfortable benches, flower beds and vases with chic flowers. And in the very center of a large pond is a small cozy cafe. Also in the park there are attractions and a rental point for pedal boats. In addition, the “Green Island” is an amphitheater with 1060 seats, where they built a modern hall for concerts.
For children in the park, they built a wonderful alley "Lukomorye", which is located right at the entrance on the right side, it will be interesting to children of any age. For small visitors, a small children's cafe, funny gazebos, a children's town, shops with decoration by animals, cartoon characters and fairy tales were built here.
In addition to the park in the city, you can take a walk to the city hall, next to which in 2009 an amazing dancing fountain with light music was erected. In the evening, there are spectacular shows performed by the fountain. Many jets of water "dance" to a variety of music, while the structure is illuminated and shimmers with a variety of colors. Crowds of tourists and local citizens usually gather at such an enchanting show.
Architecture lovers in the city can watch various mosques and cathedrals. You can walk to the Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, which is the oldest temple in the capital, it was built in early 1969. The next no less magnificent building was built only at the end of 2013. This is the Cathedral Mosque. It is located in the Jubilee district.