Nature on its way to the Cossack Ford.

The first stop on the way to Cossack Ford is Mount Akhun. On this mountain there is the tower of the same name, built by order of Stalin. You can enjoy the panoramic view from the observation deck. At the foot of the tower there is a small square where you can walk.

Let's take a ride on the Ferris wheel and admire the panoramic views of the Black Sea, the main ridge of the Caucasus Mountains, Hosta, Sochi and Adler.

There's a long way to go, so we should take a lunch break. Café "Luck" can be eaten in a calm and cozy atmosphere. It serves Italian, Russian and Caucasian dishes, so the choice is quite diverse.

Before we leave the seashore and start climbing the mountains, we'll make a stop at the park "Southern Cultures". Entrance to the park costs 300 rubles. There are more than 1000 species of plants in the park.
Among them there are rare eucalyptus, Himalayan cedar and fir. You can also watch swans in an artificial pond and take a walk along the paths in the park.

Once you get to Cossack Ford, you should go to dinner. The "Amnshensky Yard" offers dishes of the North Caucasus and European cuisine. The restaurant attracts attention not only with delicious food but also with its interior in the style of medieval castle.
There is a small ethnographic museum on the territory of the restaurant. There you can see household items and clothes of Caucasian peoples.

The first part of the journey comes to an end. The road was long, it's time to rest. The next day will bring more emotions and vivid impressions.