The Dolmens, the Cascade, the Falls and the Wuthering Gate

This mystical journey begins in the vicinity of Shapsugskaya village. Go to a sports and tourist complex and have a good time. On the territory you can go horseback riding, fishing, jeeping. But the main thing why you are going to this place is the excursion to the Big Shapsugian dolmen. More details about the excursion from the sports and tourist complex can be found at site. We advise you to plan your visit in advance, all contacts can be found here.

During the excursion you'll reach Shapsugsky dolmen on foot, picturesque landscapes are waiting for you on the way. There is also more fascinating excursion along Shapsugsky triangle by jeeps through Romashkovy glades. Choose the one you like best.
So, Shapsugsky dolmen - one of the most mystical places of Krasnodar territory. Amazing things happened here - people used to make the boldest wishes at the dolmen, and they were fulfilled! Now it is very popular with tourists, and many come here not only to make a wish, but also to gain strength and get answers to their questions.
There is a fee to enter the grounds.
Behind the dolmens there is a forest with many more amazing things - the rock "Black Finger", the mud volcano, the dolmen workshop.

Another unusual archaeological monument, which is worth seeing in the village. It'll take a little walk in the woods to find this place. It is a meadow, where there is a ritual ground, in the center of which there is a wooden idol Dajbog. The place, as you have already understood, is pagan, but it will be a discovery for you that the locals still perform some rituals here to commemorate the god of fertility and the sun. Whether these rituals have some kind of deep meaning or are all done for tourists, you have to find out.

After the walk we suggest to return to "Svyatlyachok" and have lunch in a cozy cafe on the territory with a magnificent panoramic view of the mountains.

After the walk to the dolmens, go to an equally amazing place - the Angel Wing Cascade Waterfall. This is one of the most picturesque attractions of the Kuban. But it's not so simple, it's not only a bewitching, but also a mystical monument of nature. There is a beautiful legend about him, according to which the angel gave a spring of living water to the people of confessions, and since then peace and prosperity have reigned in these places.

The waterfall is still on the way! The next attraction is the "Thunderstorm Gate". The fortress is located at an altitude of 740 meters above sea level, from here you can enjoy a magical view of the mountains. Have you already started flashing episodes from the novel by Alexander Tamonikov in your head? Yes, the film Thunderstorm Gate was filmed here. It's a legendary and very beautiful place, which is definitely worth seeing at least once in your life.

After a stroll in the fresh air, you'll be delighted to head to the Cardon Country Club, which has an excellent eclectic restaurant with elements of provence. The menu offers dishes from different culinary traditions, proven classic recipes and author's dishes made from fresh farm produce. You can reserve a table in advance here.

After all your outdoor adventures, go to your hotel. Tomorrow, the adventure will continue. We recommend breakfast at the hotel to make sure you have as much time as possible.