This area is famous for its picturesque landscapes: huge expanses of water surface, surrounded by majestic mountains and green forests, create an unforgettable atmosphere. Here you can enjoy peace and tranquility away from the bustle of the city. Sandy beaches of the reservoir are ideal for family vacations. Clean and well-maintained, they offer excellent conditions for swimming, playing on the sand and picnics. Families with children especially appreciate such places for their safety and convenience. Even as a savage, vacationing here is pleasant.
What is the peculiarity of the Bukhtarminskoye reservoir
Where is the Bukhtarma reservoir? It is located in the East Kazakhstan region, on the Irtysh River. It was created as a result of the construction of a hydroelectric power plant and can be called one of the largest artificial reservoirs in the world. The peculiarity of the historical zone in EKR lies in its scale and picturesque landscapes. It stretches for 375 kilometers and occupies an area of about 5.5 thousand square kilometers, offering vacationers a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature and water entertainment.
East Kazakhstan region is rich in other natural and cultural attractions, among which are:
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Irtysh — the largest river in the region, around which many tourist centers and accommodations are concentrated.
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Markakol Reserve — a unique natural area where you can see rare species of flora and fauna.
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"Aeolian city" — which means "city of Spirits" is located in the Kiin-Kerish tract. When looking at the local landscapes, one can think of their unearthly origin.
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Rudny Altai is a historical region known for its mines and ancient towns.
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The city of Ust-Kamenogorsk is the administrative center of the region with a rich history and many cultural monuments.
Altai Mountains are ideal for lovers of active pastime and mountain tourism. They are perfect for rock climbing, so it is always full of people who want to conquer one of the mountain peaks.
Therefore, if you want to go to EKR, you will have something to do.
What the Bukhtarma reservoir can offer vacationers
On the Bukhtarma reservoir, there are endlessly many recreation zones. Before going on a trip, you should study them carefully, so that you do not regret the missed opportunity. Recreation areas in the EKR are rich in modern entertainment. On the Bukhtarma reservoir, recreation centers for tourist accommodation offer good living conditions.
What in the EKR zone is worthy of attention:
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Clean sandy beaches, where you can sunbathe and swim.
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In the reservoir there are a lot of fish, which makes it a popular place among fishermen.
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Water sports are also developed here. There is an opportunity to go kayaking, water skiing, windsurfing and other sports.
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Excursions and boat trips are extremely informative. You can explore the reservoir from the water side, enjoying the beautiful views.
On the territory of Katon-Karagay National Park besides natural beauties there are also cultural and historical objects, sanatoriums. The same applies to ski resorts, the neighborhoods of Ridder and Ust-Kamenogorsk. On the Bukhtarma reservoir recreation centers offer different prices — depending on the conditions of accommodation. There are a lot of them and some of them even provide health-improving services. Among them are panto treatment, where treatment with the use of antlers — young horns of red deer and red deer, which have therapeutic properties.
Services of treatment:
Baths with antler extract, which help to strengthen immunity, improve the general condition of the body and relieve fatigue.
Massage includes the use of antler preparations to improve blood circulation and relieve muscle tension.
Cosmetic procedures that use antlers for cosmetic purposes to improve skin condition.
The price of recovery procedures in antler treatment centers varies depending on the specific service and the duration of the course. On average, the cost of one procedure can start from 5000 tenge. It is possible on the Bukhtarma reservoir and vacation savages.
How to get to the Bukhtarma Reservoir
Getting to the reservoir in East Kazakhstan is not difficult due to the well-developed transportation infrastructure. It is only a few hours drive from Ust-Kamenogorsk, there is a good asphalted road to it and you can choose a convenient way of transportation — car, bus or cab. Cab drivers do not charge high prices. The distance from the city is about 120 kilometers, which can be overcome by car in about two or three hours.
Public transport in these places is also present. Regular buses and shuttles run from Ust-Kamenogorsk and the nearest settlements. It is also possible to order a cab from any city of the region. In addition, from this region it is easy to organize trips to other attractions of the East Kazakhstan region.
Places worth visiting in East Kazakhstan Oblast
The East Kazakhstan region is basically rich in cultural and historical monuments. Visitors can get acquainted with the history of the region, visit ancient towns and learn more about the traditions and culture of local peoples. This makes staying here not only enjoyable, but also educational.
In addition to the reservoir, there are many other interesting places in the East Kazakhstan region:
Bukhtarma River — a place for fishing and active pastime.
Three Brothers peaks — these mountain peaks are famous in EKR and became a business card of Ridder. There are different routes with classic climbing to the peaks of Zoya Kosmodemyanskaya, Molodezhny and Elder Brother. Each of the routes will be interesting both for beginners and climbers.
The mountains of Rudny Altai are for lovers of hiking and mountaineering.
Voroshilov Peak — it became the highest point of the Ivanovsky Range and reaches a height of 2776 meters. It is quite a popular tourist place in VKO, as there are Gromotushinskoye, Rassypnoye, Radonovoye and Podbelkovoye lakes around it.
SAVO Peak is the second highest peak of the Ivanovo Range, which is only two hundred meters lower than its counterpart.
Lake Zaisan is one of the largest lakes in the region with beautiful views and clear water.
Historical and Cultural Complex "Silk Road" — a place where you can learn about the history of the Great Silk Road and the culture of the peoples of the region.
Geomorphological complex "Black Knot" — at the foot of rocky mountains there are lakes, the origin of which is glacial. There is a feeling that the ridges here were tied into a knot and they are covered with clouds. The Turgunsky Ridge is higher than the Ivanovsky Ridge. It is believed that there are up to forty lakes in the valley.
Even as a savage it is extremely fascinating and informative to travel here. The EKR zone will be an excellent budget alternative to traveling to the sea. Thousands of vacationers come here every year. Many people are attracted to the EKR recreation center VKO with good accommodation conditions. The price of vouchers is low, so many people make a choice in favor of visiting this zone.
EKR noted the relatively low level of service on the beaches, but those who like to rest savages, will be satisfied. After all, you can always take with you everything you need, especially if you are traveling in your own car.
To sum up
The reservoir in the EKR zone and the surrounding areas are characterized by high ecological purity. Clean air, crystal clear water and the absence of industrial pollution make this place ideal for relaxation and recovery.
Rest on the Bukhtarma reservoir in the East Kazakhstan region is a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature, a variety of active leisure activities and health-improving services. The charm of this place lies in the combination of magnificent landscapes and comfortable conditions for exploring the rich cultural heritage of the East Kazakhstan region, and vouchers can be purchased at a reasonable price.
