A "Pavilion of unexpected Joy" has been erected here (the author of the structure is the sculptor and artist Leonid Urzhuk) for travelers and tourists to relax.
The Republic of Tuva is considered to be the center of stone carving in Russia, where the school of master stone carvers emerged much earlier than the Ural school. Stone carving in Tuva originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but stone artifacts have been crafted for centuries. Carved agalmatolite figurines have been discovered during archaeological excavations. The ancient Turks and Uyghurs who lived in Tuva created stone sculptures, which may have laid the foundation for the development of stone carving. The masters use agalmatolite, which allows them to create delicate and exquisite sculptures. The locals call this stone "chonar-dash," which means "a stone that can be carved." There are only a few agalmatolite deposits in the world, and in Russia, it is mined in Tuva, specifically in the Bay-Taiga district. Near the deposit, there is a small village called Kyzyl-Dag, which is famous for being the birthplace of over 40 renowned stone carvers. Thanks to the skill of the stonecutters, the stones are turned into a variety of products, such as chess pieces, toys, religious attributes, and sculptures of wild animals and famous personalities. These figurines depict Tuvan people in traditional clothing, as well as horses, camels, mountain sheep, and goats. The agalmatolite products are striking in their beauty, especially the figures of wild animals captured in motion. Stone carving is another "calling card" of Tuva, along with throat singing. The 3-day route takes you through central and western Tuva, where there are many tourist attractions. The route is 900 km long and mostly follows an asphalted road.
Day 1
The sacred mountain Khayyrakan
The sacred mountain Khayyrakan is one of the holy sites in Tuva. In 1992, the 14th Dalai Lama visited the mountain and consecrated it as a particularly powerful place of power.
"Burgan-Daa"
The Buddhist shrine "Burgan-Daa" is the "Mountain of God." It is a small niche carved into the rock, with a height of 1 meter, a width of 60 centimeters, and a depth of 86 centimeters. After the creation of the Sayano-Shushensk Reservoir, this location was submerged in the summer, but a replica of the niche was carved into the nearby rocks. From there, visitors can enjoy a picturesque view of the reservoir and the surrounding landscape.
"Ustuu-Khuree"
The Buddhist monastery "Ustuu-Khuree" is translated from the Tuvinian language as "Upper Temple." The temple was the crowning achievement of Buddhist construction in Tuva and was founded in 1905-1907. In 1930, after a special decree was passed, Ustuu-Khuree was closed, and in 1937, it was destroyed. During his visit to Tuva in 1992, the 14th Dalai Lama noted that "the temple's lamp is still burning," leading to the decision to rebuild it. The old, ruined mud-brick walls of the temple were preserved, and an exact replica of the former temple was constructed nearby.
The Kizhi-Kozhe
The Kizhi Kozhээ stone statue is the most famous and expressive of the stone statues in Tuva, made of gray granite. Archaeologist A.V. Adrianov: "There is a kozhо-tash, which is highly revered and known as Genghis Khan. This is a real statue, with reliefs on both the front and the back, and it is buried up to the waist in the ground..."
Arzhaan Bel
Arzhaan Bel. The waters of Arzhaan Bel are of priority quality for drinking. The water temperature is cold, at 6-10 degrees Celsius. People come here to treat diseases of the musculoskeletal system and joints. There have been cases of recovery from partial paralysis. People spend the night in tents on Arzhaan.
Day 2
Mount Saryg-Khaya
Mount Saryg-Khaya is a mountain in the Bai-Taiga district, where agalmatolite (chonar-dash) is mined. You can take a small piece of agalmatolite with you.
The village of Kyzyl-Dag
The village of Kyzyl-Dag is the birthplace of Tuvan stone carvers. About 40 famous stone carvers came from here, and almost every second or third house is home to a master carver. In the workshop, you can see how the stone is transformed into a beautiful figurine and take a master class in agalmatolite carving.
Overnight at Bel Arzhan or in the village of Kyzyl-Mazhalik
Day 3
Ethnocultural complex in Beldir-Kezhii
A "Pavilion of unexpected Joy" has been erected here (the author of the structure is the sculptor and artist Leonid Urzhuk) for travelers and tourists to relax. There is a suburgan, a Buddhist stupa, which houses the goddess Nogaan Dariigi, a green Container that protects against unforeseen and unexpected disasters. Monument of Tuvan writing. This monument was recognized as the best monument in Russia as a result of voting for the most unusual monument in the country (The organizer of the competition is the travel service Tutu.ru .). On the pedestal there is a large bronze letter "B", which is used in the Tuvan language to indicate words that are pronounced in a special way. Below, on the pedestal, there are images of three more special letters of the Tuvan alphabet – «Ө, Ү, Ң», on which the uniqueness and melodiousness of the Tuvan language are based. The stone of Subedei. According to legend, it stands on the spot where Subedei thought, made grandiose plans, which he later successfully implemented. At this point, you need to make a secret wish and touch your forehead to the stone, then the wish will surely come true. There is a place for the "San-salyr" rite of worship on the territory. The statue of Shakyamuni Buddha is installed in the "depths" of the complex so that visitors can come there with pure thoughts.
The Aldyn-Bulak ethnocultural complex
The Aldyn-Bulak ethnocultural complex is located in a picturesque location, surrounded by rocks that tower over it like guards.
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IymeSands
Unexpectedly, there are real sand dunes in the Republic of Tyva. This place has become a popular attraction thanks to photographers – so many have learned that you don't need to go abroad for desert landscapes, everything is available in our country. Tyva desert is called Iime, it is located near the village of Iime, Dzun-Khemchik district. Tourists are struck by an amazing combination: huge sand dunes are located very close to the mountain range.
Mount Uttug Khaya
"Uttug-Khaya" is a literal translation of the Tuvan language, meaning "holey rock." This mountain is located in the western part of the Barun-Khemchiksky District of the Tuva Republic. The name of the mountain comes from the through-cave on its summit. This place is considered to be a cult site for the Tuvan people and has an extraordinary energy. For many centuries, people from all over Tuva have come here to appease the spirit of the Uttug-Khaya rock and pray for health and good luck for themselves and their loved ones. Local residents believe that this mountain can grant any wish. To do this, one must hide a note with their desires under a large rock in the mountain and "feed" the spirits with something tasty (such as sweets, milk, or meat). After making a wish, one must walk through the mountain's cave three times, and then through a narrow opening that not everyone can fit through.
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The Republic of Tuva is considered to be the center of stone carving in Russia, where the school of master stone carvers emerged much earlier than the Ural school. Stone carving in Tuva originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but stone artifacts have been crafted for centuries. Carved agalmatolite figurines have been discovered during archaeological excavations. The ancient Turks and Uyghurs who lived in Tuva created stone sculptures, which may have laid the foundation for the development of stone carving. The masters use agalmatolite, which allows them to create delicate and exquisite sculptures. The locals call this stone "chonar-dash," which means "a stone that can be carved." There are only a few agalmatolite deposits in the world, and in Russia, it is mined in Tuva, specifically in the Bay-Taiga district. Near the deposit, there is a small village called Kyzyl-Dag, which is famous for being the birthplace of over 40 renowned stone carvers. Thanks to the skill of the stonecutters, the stones are turned into a variety of products, such as chess pieces, toys, religious attributes, and sculptures of wild animals and famous personalities. These figurines depict Tuvan people in traditional clothing, as well as horses, camels, mountain sheep, and goats. The agalmatolite products are striking in their beauty, especially the figures of wild animals captured in motion. Stone carving is another "calling card" of Tuva, along with throat singing.
