To the mountains, to the monastery, to the city of the dead.

All the beauty of North Ossetia is in its nature. And the first place you will go to today will be the Trail of Miracles in Kadargavan Canyon. By the way, it is right by the Tsey Nature Reserve, where the nature and the healing mountain air are magnificent. The trail itself passes by the canyon of Alanya River, right by the highway R-299 where you are going to drive. Several centuries ago this is where the trade routes passed, and now there is a Trail of Wonders along the canyon. There's also a mini zoo here, so there's no shortage of things to see!

Quite near, on the same road, you should not miss another interesting place - Dzigis fortress. The rock cave fortress belongs to the most powerful fortification complexes on the territory of the Caucasus! It is situated on a slope of Kariuhokh mountain and consists of 6 towers. It is worth stopping to see this 700-year-old fortress in person.

Take the same road to Fiagdon village. Here, the highest mountain monastery in Russia, the Alanian Assumption Monastery, awaits you. Services are still held in the monastery, and the territory is also equipped for the production of mountain cheese, herbal teas and the production of Alanian icons. It is worth buying local souvenirs and don't forget about the modest closed dress code for visiting the monastery.

On the way back, turn to the Kurt's Tower. This stone structure is a preserved part of the defensive complex. The place is equipped for visiting and is definitely worth your attention. Don't forget to take great pictures in this picturesque place.

It's time for lunch, but there aren't many restaurants in these parts. A great option for a bite to eat would be a good Coffee House in Upper Fiagdon. Delicious coffee, different teas and pastries with pies are definitely provided.

Now let's hit the road, to the most interesting place of the day. So, ready to find out where? It's the city of the dead, Dargavs. It's located in a gorge on the side of a mountain and consists of hundreds of crypts that look like small houses. It is a strong and historical place. This necropolis with watchtowers is the most atmospheric place in Ossetia. The very first surface burial grounds appeared here as early as the ninth century, and this method of burial was practiced by Ossetians until the eighteenth century.

And here was a place for a late lunch together with dinner. There were delicious Ossetian pies, soups and meat dishes. There are also views of the mountain river. Well, refresh yourself at the end of the busy day and go to the hotel.

Time flies very fast and tomorrow we are already waiting for the final day! In the meantime we will spend the night at the hotel and have a rest.