Lenin Square. Gorno-Altaysk web camera online

Gorno-Altayskis the real heart of the Eurasian continent, and at the same time the administrative center of the entire Republic of Altai. In Turkic and Mongolian language, the word "Altai" means gold. Thus, the city's name translates as "mountain of gold" that is entirely untrue. And the reason is not found in the deposits of this precious metal, but rather in the splendor and refinement of these places. Nature has protected the city from the strong wind, with picturesque mountains and hills, and gave it to the outskirts of the infinite, the magical forest where grow the healing herbs and powerful trees. The history of the city began with a small settlement of the Altai tribes. Later, the forces of the Orthodox community here was founded the city of Ulala. In Soviet times the settlement was renamed in oyrot-Tura and became the capital oyrotskih Autonomous region. Its present name the city got after 3 years of the great Patriotic war. Gorno-Altaysk already a few years occupies the first position among small cities, according to the cleanness and beautification of the streets. There is an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Time here seems to be slowing down. And clean air and the fragrance of flowers planted in multiple flower beds that adorn the parks and avenues, creates the perfect conditions for a leisurely stroll. Gorno-Altaysk is the capital of the Republic, but also the point of intersection of many ancient cultures of the peoples of Altai. Speaking about the ethnic history of the city, not to mention the unique place – Ulalinskaya Paleolithic the Parking lot, where about 700 thousand years ago people lived. This discovery completely changed the idea of scientists and archaeologists about the origin of man. One of the busiest places in the city is Central square, which hosts important events, folk festivals, ethnic festivals. In winter the square is transformed into a fabulous ice city. After visiting the area – many in a hurry to see the national theatre nearby. The building is built in the original style, which absorbed the traits of modern architecture and vintage elements Altai decor. It will be interesting stroll through the City Park. Collected here are numerous types of the Altai trees, flowers, shrubs, as well as representatives of far Eastern flora. On-site miniature Botanical garden is the source of clean spring water to drink which can be anyone. The Park is decorated with compositions of unshaped stone. By the way – on the territory of the city there is several springs. One of them can be found on the territory of the stadium "Dynamo". The source is adorned with beautiful sculptures depicting heroes of the Altai national epos.