The Astrakhan region is an amazing and mysterious land that attracts tourists with its location, prophesying a large fish catch. On the territory of the region there is a great Russian river Volga and about 900 of its tributaries, and the region has access to the largest closed water body of the planet - the Caspian Sea.
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How to get there
Astrakhan has an international airport, railway communication is developed , road and waterways are laid. The main navigable rivers of the region are the Volga, Akhtuba, Bakhtemir, Bolda, Buzan, Kizan, Tsarev. There are seaports in Astrakhan itself and in the village of Olya.
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Climate of the Astrakhan region
The climate in the Astrakhan region is continental and dry. In winter there is little snow, thaws are frequent, but frosts that come from the Urals also happen. The average temperature is -5 to 9 ° C. In summer it is hot and there is little precipitation. The air temperature warms up to +25 ° C. Most precipitation falls from April to July, thunderstorms with hail occur in the summer.
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History of the region
In ancient times the trade routes of Persians and Arabs passed through the territory of modern Astrakhan region . Later here The Khazar Kaganate with the capital Itil, destroyed by Prince Svyatoslav in 965 g . then the Polovtsians settled in the territory of the Astrakhan region, and then the Mongol-Tatars . To Russia this territory was joined only at 16 . when it became a military outpost of the state guarding it from the Turks . Here was the famous insurrection of Stepan Razin, and in Achal 18th century was built in Astrakhan Admiralty - the shipyard at the mouth of the river Kutum .
Entertainment, tours and attractions Astrakhan region
If you want to see the real wonders of the world, then welcome to the salt lakes Baskunchak and Tinaki, the Greater Bogdo mountain, the lotus valley in the Volga delta, the Baskunchak cave. Nature lovers will be able not only to enjoy the true beauties, but also to pave a fascinating path to them, make a hike or horse trip and capture the stunning nature of the region. The road is not easy - about 53 km east of the Volga, but this trip to the fairy-tale world will be remembered forever.
Not only lovers of outdoor activities and fishing come to Astrakhan region, Orthodox people also come here, because the region is rich in temples. The most significant Orthodox sights of the region are the 16th century. The Savior-Transfiguration Monastery in Astrakhan itself, the church of Peter and Paul in the 17th and 18th centuries. built in with. Black Yar, Nikolaev-Vysokogorsky Monastery on Churkinsky Island (late 19th century), etc. It is worth mentioning separately located in the village. River Kalmyk stone monastery-Khurul (early 19th century)
Museums
For connoisseurs of cultural heritage there is also a wide choice of museums: Historical and Architectural Museum-Reserve, Museum of Nature (Astrakhan State Nature Biosphere Reserve ), The Museum of Military Glory, the Astrakhan Kremlin Museum, as well as the BM House Museum. Kustodieva, Astrakhan State Picture Gallery. PM Dogadin, Astrakhan Museum of Culture, Velimir Khlebnikov House Museum, etc.
And exotic lovers can visit the ostrich farm "Baba Frosya" with an abundance of African ostriches. The farm is located 30 km from Astrakhan and is a tourist "harbor" with an abundance of hotel houses, a zoo and a restaurant.
Holidays in the Astrakhan region
Still a favorite hobby for local tourists is fishing , and it was for her that the best conditions were created. A large and diverse catch can be obtained in fishing tours at the Shchuchy house in the Volga Delta - in addition to the large catch and the picturesque landscape of tourists, comfortable rooms and excellent food are waiting for you.
"The heart of the region" is the unique land of the Fishing and Hunting Base "Verkhne-Uglianskoe" on the banks of the Akhtuba River. The floodplain has gained worldwide fame due to the diversity of river inhabitants: there are catfish, pike perch, asp, pike, perch, crucian carp, bream and other river inhabitants. In addition to fishing, this place attracts tourists with magnificent sandy beaches, an abundance of fruits and all conditions for a good holiday with the family. For the guests, modern cottages and recreational activities are thought out.
For hikers of active recreation, walks on the Volga, horse and hiking trips are also offered.
Photo of the Astrakhan region (30)