Day Itinerary
4 Activities
Day 3
122 mi
Dagestani hospitality
For a start, we will climb a plateau that will offer an incredible view of the first regions of Dagestan.
A winding mountain path, through a juniper grove, we will soon descend into the ancient village of Ansalta, which dates back to the 9th and 10th centuries.
Later, on our way to the Andi Koisu gorge, the village of Rakhata will open.
After an educational walk, we will stop at the neighbouring village of the district centre of Bottlich.
We'll stay overnight in the ancient village of Gunib.
A winding mountain path, through a juniper grove, we will soon descend into the ancient village of Ansalta, which dates back to the 9th and 10th centuries.
Later, on our way to the Andi Koisu gorge, the village of Rakhata will open.
After an educational walk, we will stop at the neighbouring village of the district centre of Bottlich.
We'll stay overnight in the ancient village of Gunib.
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31.1 mi
1 hr 30 min
12:3030 min
Ansalta aul
Historic Site
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Ansalta aul, dating back to the 9th-10th centuries, is divided into avals (districts) and its population is divided into tukhums (clan communities).
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1.9 mi
10 min
13:152 hrs 30 min
Rakhat village
Historic Site
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We will visit the ancient artel of 1927, which produced a real national costume of any highlander - burka and pope. Since ancient times burka was more than just a costume for a highlander. It was worn by shepherds, going to the mountains for the summer season, wars, elders and just all men. It withstands frost to -50, hot heat and heavy rain. The secret is kept in a special method of production, multistage and painstaking. The burka and papa are made exclusively by women's hands, probably that's why in the Soviet period the artel was called "March 8". We will see all the stages of production, production is fully authentic, there is no new equipment or other machines, everything is handmade by craftsmen. Those who wish will be able to buy souvenirs in the form of local products at the production price.
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4.2 mi
10 min
15:552 hrs
district centre of Bottlich
Historic Site
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Botlikh has long been famous as a large trading village in Western Dagestan, and according to some sources its history dates back to the 6th century. Here let's have a look at a small homely cafe for lunch.
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84.4 mi
2 hrs 45 min
20:4511 hrs 15 min
village of Gunib
Historic Site
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In addition to the rich history, fresh mountain air, unusual views and peculiar placement of houses (right on the mountain with the rise) these places are famous for their inhabitants. Gunib village is famous for its scientists, writers, astronauts and other prominent figures.
Accommodation for bed and dinner at the recreation center.
Accommodation for bed and dinner at the recreation center.
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