The Orenburg region, whose nature impresses with its beauty, is considered one of the best places in Russia for a quiet family vacation. Unique monuments, high mountains, unusual rocks, lakes, pine forests - all these are the main attractions of the region. Every traveler should at least once in his life see the wonders of nature in the Orenburg region!
State reserve
The Orenburg region, whose nature is famous for its beautiful landscapes, ponds and unique representatives of flora and fauna, is a favorite vacation spot among tourists from many countries of Eastern Europe. There are several protected areas in this region.
Orenburg State Nature Reserve is the largest reserve in the steppe regions of the Southern Urals and Trans-Volga. The protected area includes 4 sites. Consider these natural monuments of the Orenburg region in more detail.
Talovskaya steppe
This is a zone of dry steppes and saline soils. Rare representatives of the flora grow on the site: Schrenka tulips, beautiful feather grass and other species listed in the Red Book. These places become especially picturesque in May, when the plains are covered with a beautiful carpet of flowering plants. In addition, the Talovskaya steppe is famous for its unique historical monument. Here is the Sarmatian burial mound.
Burtinsky steppe
Protected areas and the nature of the Orenburg region are what this amazing region is famous for. Burtinskaya steppe is a beautiful region, the pride of local residents. This section of the state reserve is located in the interfluve of the Urals and Ilek. Rare representatives of the fauna such as Strepet, Steppe Eagle, Buzzard, Krebetka, etc. are found on this territory.
Burtinsky steppe is the place where the most beautiful and unique natural sites of the Orenburg region are located.
- The Tuzkaragal tract occupies the central part of the reserve.
- Kainar spring is a powerful healing spring in which water does not freeze even in the most severe winter.
- Carmen Upland - unique shrubby and rocky steppes are preserved on this site.
- Koskol lakes are a real pearl of the Urals. These are unique reservoirs of karst origin. Located in the upper reaches of the Tuzlukolli River.
- Turtle swamp is the only habitat of a swamp turtle on the territory of the Orenburg Nature Reserve.
- Sarmatian burial mound of the VII-III centuries. BC e.
Aituar steppe
Aituar steppe is the most beautiful part of the Orenburg nature reserve. On its territory are located unique natural sites. Aituar steppe is famous for its unique landscape - a combination of mountain ranges and beams.
- Zharyk beam is an unusual geological object. It is located in the central part of the Aituar steppe.
- Shinbutak beam is famous for rock outcrops.
- On the territory of the natural boundary of Karagashty, the plant Orchis slamaceous grows, which are listed in the Red Book.
- Shaitan Mountain is a beautiful limestone mountain on the banks of the Ural River.
- The burial mounds belonging to the late nomadic tribes of the Middle Ages.
Aschisay steppe
The Ashchisay steppe is a unique natural area, which for the entire time of its existence has hardly been affected by humans. Rare representatives of the fauna live in these places: the steppe eagle, the mute swan, the Buzzard, and the strep. On the territory of the steppe there are several unique natural sites:
- Lake Zhurmankol is a habitat of rare birds, in particular, mute swan.
- The mound of the Middle Ages, belonging to the tribes was the late nomads.
Lakes of Sol-Iletsk
For people who prefer traveling with their family, the Orenburg region will be their favorite vacation spot. The nature of this region is surprisingly rich, and lakes are considered its main advantage.
Sol-Iletsk has long earned the glory of the most beautiful city in the Orenburg region. It is located on the shore of a huge lake Razval. In ancient times, salt sources were located in this place. In the XVIII century, the development of a salt dome began, during which a huge lake was formed on the territory of Sol-Iletsk. The collapse is famous for its healing water. Swimming in this lake is recommended for people with skin diseases and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. It should be noted that the water in Razval is very cold, but it does not freeze even in winter.
In the territory of Sol-Iletsk there are other reservoirs. Lake Dunino is famous for its healing waters, which have a sedative effect.
Mud baths are very popular among tourists. You can feel the healing power of organic mud by visiting Lake Tuzluchnoye.
Buzuluk Bor
The nature of the Orenburg region, the photo of which is presented in the article, impresses with its uniqueness and beauty. Confirmation of this is the Buzuluk boron. This huge forest is located in the Orenburg and Samara regions. In this amazing place, urban residents love to relax. After all, it is here that you can forget about the bustle of the city and enjoy the beautiful nature.
Most of the territory of the Buzuluk pine forest is occupied by grassy and mossy pine trees. Rare trees, shrubs and herbs grow here.
Mountains of the Orenburg region
- Mount Colonel - the most famous natural attraction of the city of Orsk (Orenburg region). The nature here is amazingly beautiful. Small hills rise above the quiet river Auru. In addition, this place is famous for its unique deposits of jasper (semiprecious multi-colored stone).
- The Guberlinsky Mountains are located near the city of Orsk, in the southeastern part of the Southern Urals. Here springs with crystal clear healing water take their roots.
- Red Mountain, located on the banks of the Sakmara River, is considered a unique monument of the Orenburg region. A life-size Belogorsk fortress was built here.
- Mount Camel is located near the village. Donskoy. In recent years, the hill has been used for hang gliding.
Ponds
- Iriklinsky reservoir is one of the largest reservoirs of the Urals of artificial origin. It is considered a real attraction of the Orenburg region. The Iriklinskaya hydroelectric power station operates on the reservoir.
- The Kumak reservoir is slightly inferior in size to Iriklinsky. This artificial pond has become a favorite place for locals. Sandy beaches, crystal clear water, interesting geological objects - all this creates excellent conditions for a summer vacation. In addition, there are a lot of fish in the pond, so hundreds of anglers come here every year.
- The Sakmara River is ideal for boating. Fast flow, clear water, many tributaries - all this is great for rafting.
- Ural is the largest river in the Orenburg region. It originates in the Republic of Bashkortostan, then continues its journey on the territory of Russia and Kazakhstan and flows into the Caspian Sea. In the past, the river was navigable, but now it has lost its strategic importance. Today, the Urals is a favorite place for bathing residents of the Orenburg region and tourists.