Abrau-Dyurso (Krasnodar Territory) was previously an urban-type settlement. This is currently a rural district. The latter includes three villages - Big Farm, Abrau and Durso.
Famous lake
Abrau-Durso attractions includecreations not only of man, but also of nature. The largest freshwater reservoir in the Krasnodar Territory - Lake Abrau - has an area of 0.6 square meters. km Its width is 630 m and its length is 3.1 km. In some places, the depth of the lake reaches ten meters. The river of the same name flows into it. At the bottom of Abrau beat the keys, and although there is no flow at the lake, the water disappears somewhere.
Another mystery of the reservoir is periodicallylight band appearing on its surface. Most clearly it stands out at night. In the cold season, this strip freezes last. This feature is explained in different ways: some hold the opinion that a similar effect is observed due to the special interaction of wind and water, others believe that it is all about the keys on the bottom.
Lake Abrau-Durso has amazing beauty.The water in it has a pleasant emerald color. In the warm season, it warms up to 28 degrees Celsius. Freshwater fish live in the lake, including carp, bream, ram, white amur, trout, silver and gold carp, silver carp, rudd and Abrauian tulips.
Since 1979, the reservoir has the status of a monument of nature. For this reason, it is forbidden to move around on a lake in motorboats. Fish can be caught only with a bait.
In the vicinity of the described reservoir is locatedAbrau village of the same name. Together with another small settlement - Durso - they constitute a single recreational zone called Abrau-Durso. The shores of the lake are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable beach holiday. Tourists especially appreciate the possibility of seclusion in the nearby woodland to take a break from the bustle of the city or go on a “quiet hunt” for mushrooms and berries.
Church of St. Xenia of Petersburg
Некоторые достопримечательности Абрау-Дюрсо attract pilgrims from all over the country. Among such places is a temple majestically towering above the lake surface. It was founded in 1996. Four years later, the construction of the temple complex was intensified. It was blessed by Metropolitan Yekaterinodar and Kuban Isidor. The church consecrated in a solemn atmosphere at the end of 2010 the bishop of Maikop and Adygei Tikhon.
В 2011 году отмечалось пятнадцатилетие со дня Foundation of the Church of St. Xenia of Petersburg. A video about the process of building a sacred place for all Orthodox was prepared for the official date.
Sparkling beverage production
"Abrau-Durso" - a factory of sparkling wines, builtback in the nineteenth century. Then, by order of Alexander the Second, an estate was built near Lake Abrau for the residence of the imperial family. Two years after the construction, the personal agronomist of the emperor went to Germany. From abroad, he brought twenty thousand Rhine breeding vines of the Riesling variety. In order to produce red wine near Vienna, he purchased the Portugiser vines. In the same period, the best copies of Sauvignon, Aligote, Cabernet and Pinot Blanc were delivered from Livadia and Crimea. The first vineyards were broken in the estates of Pilenko and Alexander II. Later both of them were examples of the development of viticulture in those places.
At the Yalta exhibition held in 1884, the wines of the plant in Abrau-Durso were met better than the Crimean ones, which were considered the undisputed leaders of domestic winemaking.
Sweet Limanchik
This lake is located on the Black Sea.Several kilometers separate it from Novorossiysk and Abrau-Durso. Excursions at this reservoir are held regularly. Numerous tourists attract the secrets of the lake, which no one has the power to uncover.
Сладкий Лиманчик отделен от Черного моря тонкой stone stripe. It is assumed that the reservoir arose as a result of the strongest earthquake, as a result of which fallen blocks from the mountain formed a burial. The height of the latter is currently thirty-five meters.
And now a little about the above-mentioned secrets: the water in the lake is fresh and surprisingly clear, although the sea is very close. Scientists are still trying to solve this riddle of nature.
Asphalt leads to Sladky Limanchikroad. Difficulties with the passage to the reservoir lies in the fact that it is located near the recreation center of RSU. In the warm season, tourists organize tent settlements on the picturesque shores of the lake. At the same time, the recreation center opens. Travelers are prohibited from washing clothes and washing dishes in the clear waters of the Sweet Fir. And although this rule is strictly observed, the reservoir, unfortunately, continues to degrade.
On the shores of Maly Lyman grows sword-grass, hornbeam, skumagia and tree holders - representatives of the unique flora.
Beautiful river
Перечисляя достопримечательности Абрау-Дюрсо, not to mention this waterway. Its source is located in the southwestern slope of Mount Goodzak. Durso joins the waters of the Black Sea not far from the BO “Sputnik”. In its valley is the village of the same name. Since 1871, he is a member of Abrau-Durso.
В 1970-е в долине Дюрсо археологам удалось discover a medieval burial ground. This ancient monument was preserved only partially, it remained after the new settlers. An interesting fact is that this burial ground has no analogues throughout the Caucasus, but similar burials were found in the Crimea. According to scientists, the latter left the Crimean Goths.
Dyurso River has a small length - only seventeen kilometers. However, travelers rush to it to enjoy the beautiful views of the valley planted with vineyards.
The main excursion program
What to see in Abrau-Durso?Local guides will help to answer this question. The five-hour tour starts from Anapa. There, tourists sit on the bus and follow to the agrocomplex "Abrau-Durso".
1 hour and 15 minutes set aside for a walkFrench tunnel and wine tasting. You can listen to a lecture in the historical room and inspect the cellar. Tourists have a unique opportunity to learn all the features of the process of production of sparkling drink and its aging. Six tasting brands of sixty milliliters are available for tasting.
You can walk along Aleksandrovskytasting room. The program of this excursion includes a thematic lecture and a visit to the workshops of champagne. Then you are invited to view a phased technological exposure and, of course, tasting the most popular brands of sparkling drink. Travelers are advised to keep warm clothing with them, as the temperature in the cellars is maintained at fourteen degrees Celsius.
Neighborhood
Then travelers leave the famous factory,to see other sights of Abrau-Durso (photos can be taken independently, no fee is charged for this). Sightseeing tour continues on the shores of Lake Abrau. Tourists will learn a lot about this pond. Some time is set aside for an independent walk (about half an hour). Swimming in the lake is not provided.
Tourists under the age of eighteenage, excursions are not allowed. Travelers with children leave their children under the supervision of educators. For kids organized a special room. The service is paid.
Conclusion
Natural and man-made attractionsAbrau-Durso beckon travelers from all over the world for more than one year. In this rural district known for its champagne wines, one can achieve unity with nature, take a break from the bustle of megalopolises and learn a lot of new things.
