When planning a future vacation, many dream ofThailand, Egypt or Turkey, completely forgetting about the beauties and sights of their native land. The nature of the Kirov region is a harmonious combination of deaf taiga forests and developed arable land. Within the Vyatka region there are really a lot of places where you can have a good and full rest with the whole family.
The diversity of nature of the Kirov region
The region is located on the north-eastern outskirts of the Russian Plain. The relief here is slightly hilly, with absolute heights from 50 to 300 meters on average.
The region has a moderate continental climate, althoughThis territory is characterized by significant amplitudes of air temperatures. In July, they can reach +35 ... + 40 degrees, while in the winter they can drop to -50. The fact is that in the cold season the frosty air often easily penetrates the region.
Worth noting the great diversity of natureKirov region. Thus, there are almost 20 thousand rivers in the region (the main rivers of the region are Vyatka, which flows into the Kama, as well as Pizhma, Luza, Moloma and Cobra). In addition, within the Kirov region there are over 4 thousand lakes of different areas. The largest of them is Lake Akshuben, with an area of 85 hectares, and the deepest is Lezhninskoe (36 meters).
The nature of the Kirov region is, above all,forests covering about 50% of the territory. Most often it is pine and spruce massifs, birch and aspen, with an admixture of oak, linden and alder are also found. Typical for the region are taiga species of animals. Here are common moose, squirrels, martens, ermines, in the dead of deserted places you can find a brown bear or reindeer.
Ecological situation and nature monuments of the Kirov region
List of environmental facilities in the regionincludes 197 territories with a total area of over 370 thousand hectares. Of these, 189 are various natural monuments — hydrological, botanical, geological, and complex.
Most of the area is consideredenvironmentally friendly. Air pollution is noted near large settlements and industrial facilities (the city of Kirov and Slobodskoy). 65 enterprises are among the hazardous ones, of which the Kirovo-Chepetsky chemical plant causes the greatest harm to the environment.
However, within the region there are a huge number of objects that are fully suitable for a good rest. Let us consider in more detail the most famous nature monuments of the Kirov region.
Mysteries Lake Lezhninskoe
Потрясающие виды, прекрасные условия для дайвинга and fishing - this is what the Lake of Lezhnia can rightly be proud of. But not only that! This natural monument is also famous for its mysteries and unique features. The water mirror of the deepest lake in the region is almost ten meters above the level of all the rivers and streams located in this area. Also, scientists do not know exactly how the reservoir was formed. According to one version, Lake Lezhninskoe was formed as a result of the fall of a large meteorite, and according to another, due to the collapse of the arch of a huge underground cavity. Geomorphologists are led by the ideally oval form of the reservoir on these thoughts.
The lake has very clear water that can be drunk even without boiling. Today, this place is very popular with divers, as well as ordinary lovers of picnic family outdoor activities.
Natural monument "Velikoretskoe"
Природа Кировской области поражает своим magnificence and diversity. And the territory of Velikoretsky is a clear confirmation of this. It occupies a rather large area - 156 hectares. The nature monument was created in order to preserve a unique landscape area - spruce-fir forest, as well as pine forest on the slope near the holy spring. Also here are protected such plants as juniper tree and finger pot. Of particular interest among tourists are the multi-layered lindens growing on the territory of the Great-Native Natural Monument.
Finally...
The nature of the Kirov region is wonderful andpristine, with soft outlines of landscapes and green forests. In this region there are a number of unique and beautiful nature monuments that are worth visiting for everyone.
