Kmv in winter. Weather in mineral waters by months

Caucasus. How much of this word! Majestic mountains, healing waters, colorful nature and such friendly people.

Having visited the Caucasus once, you leave a piece of your soul there forever.

My love for the Caucasus began as a light resort romance, but grew into a real quivering feeling.

WHAT IS CMS?

Caucasian Mineral Waters (or KMV for short) is the name of an area in the Stavropol Territory, which includes cities such as Mineralnye Vody, Pyatigorsk, Zheleznovodsk, Essentuki, Kislovodsk.

HOW TO GET THERE, HOW TO GET TO THE TOWN?

The nearest airport to KMV is located in Mineralnye Vody.

Despite its name, Mineralnye Vody does not have its own sources of mineral water, so vacationers do not stay in the city for a long time.

There are several ways to get to the Spa towns from the airport. But first you need to take a taxi or shuttle No. 10 or No. 11 to get to the railway station of Mineralnye Vody.

TO THE CITIES OF ESSENTUKI, PYATIGORSK, KISLOVODSK can be reached by train.This is a very convenient form of transport for KMV, because the route runs through the large resort towns. There is enough space in the carriages, travel is not expensive, and electric trains run often.

The city of ZHELEZNOVODSK electric train passes by. You can get there by train to the station Beshtau and then by taxi (about 100 rubles) to Zheleznovodsk. Or take a train to Pyatigorsk and then change to a route taxi number 213.

You can use the services of route taxis.

From the stop Airport route No. 11 to the stop Kinoteatr Oktyabr (Mineralnye Vody), where you need to change to minibus No. 107 (to the stop of the railway station in Zheleznovodsk)

From the railway station, walk to the stop Dom Torgovli, take route No. 133, get to the stop 11 km, where change to minibus No. 107 (to the stop of the railway station in Zheleznovodsk)

From the Airport, go to the Railway Station of Mineralnye Vody (minibuses No. 10.11), take an electric train to the station of Pyatigorsk, and then take a minibus No. 213 to the railway station of Zheleznovodsk.

The most convenient way to get to Zheleznovodsk is by taxi. For example, in the airport building there is a reception of several taxi companies, which for 200-300 rubles will take you directly to the doors of the sanatorium. In this case, you will be given a business card with an individual number, which will give you a discount on the return trip.

MANY, MANY TOWNS, BUT WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE?

Each city of the Caucasian Mineral Waters is unique, has its own spirit, atmosphere, climate. Yes, yes, the climate in cities is completely different.

I suggest taking a mini-tour of each of the cities.

************************** ZHELEZNOVODSK ************************ *

The city that is called Caucasian Switzerland. And this name is quite justified. In Zheleznovodsk unique nature: mountains, immersed in the greenery of trees, the aromas of herbs and flowers soar in the air, the songs of birds are heard.

The city is divided into two parts: a residential town and a resort part. The residential town is located on a more flat area, consists of multi-storey buildings and a private sector. There are shops, a city park (though abandoned), a market, a mineral pump room "Zapadny" (near the "Dubrava" sanatorium).

The resort part is located in mountainous and hilly terrain. Some of the sanatoriums are located right on Mount Zheleznaya.

In the resort part of Zheleznovodsk there are three open sources of mineral water, which are available to every vacationer who wants to drink water.

Sources Slavyanovskiy, Smirnovskiy and Lermontovskiy.

In the resort part there is a medical park located on the Zheleznaya mountain (853 m above sea level) and several terrenkurs (along the Zheleznaya mountain, near the Razvalka mountain).

Zheleznovodsk, in spite of the fact that it is the smallest resort town of KMV, is rich in sanatoriums (of varying comfort and size).

The sanatoriums are versatile, but the main profile is diseases of the digestion and gastrointestinal tract.

Indications for treatment in Zheleznovodsk:

diseases of the digestive system:
Reflux esophagitis. Chronic gastritis with secretory insufficiency, with preserved and increased secretion. Gastroduodenitis. Peptic ulcer and 12-humus in the phase of remission or fading exacerbation. Diseases of the operated stomach (after surgery for gastric ulcer and 12-duodenal ulcer). Chronic colitis and enterocolitis. Residual effects of viral hepatitis in the inactive phase. Chronic hepatitis of various etiologies in the inactive phase. Chronic cholecystitis and cholangitis of various etiologies. Dyskinesia of the biliary tract and gallbladder. Cholelithiasis without bouts of hepatic colic. Chronic pancreatitis. Adhesive disease of the abdominal organs

endocrinology:
Diabetes mellitus (insulin-dependent and non-insulin dependent), its complications are polyneuropathy and angiopathy. Alimentary obesity

urology:
Chronic pyelonephritis during remission, residual effects of acute pyelonephritis (not earlier than 3 months after the relief of the acute process). Chronic cystitis (non-tuberculous), trigonitis. Chronic prostatitis (non-tuberculous vesiculitis without stricture and without residual urine). Infertility of the established nest. Chronic oroepididemitis (non-tuberculous). Sexual disorders in men. Urolithiasis without stones requiring surgical treatment.

gynecology:
Chronic inflammation of the uterine appendages during remission, but not earlier than 2 months after the last exacerbation. Chronic parametritis during the period of remission, not earlier than 6 weeks after the end of the acute process of stabilization of palpation-determined signs of infiltration, without an increase in body temperature, ESR, and the number of leukocytes. Pelvic peritoxal adhesions. Incorrect position of the uterus. Infantilism (genital). Uterine hypoplasia. Ovarian dysfunction, as a consequence of the postponed inflammatory process with the failure of both phases of the cycle. Infertility caused by obstruction of the fallopian tubes, due to the inflammatory process with depletion of the hormonal function of the ovaries or failure of both phases of the cycle.

Cons of Zheleznovodsk:

Transport distance from other cities of KMV. The easiest way is to take a minibus to Pyatigorsk, and then to other cities.

It is extremely difficult to take a fixed-route taxi to Essentuki (it rarely runs, seats are distributed even before the minibus arrives at the stop).

Poor street lighting.

A small number of entertainment places, catering establishments, shops.

Mountainous terrain is not suitable for everyone. A large number of uphill climbs, a large number of steps.

In summer, Zheleznovodsk is very humid, and there are a lot of mosquitoes and midges from this.

The climate in the city is not predictable. For example, in spring, after a heat wave, snow may fall, and the next morning it may melt and the heat will return to twenty degrees.

Zheleznovodsk conquered me with its nature, being there, it seems that you got into the illustration of some kind old fairy tale. The resort town is very cozy, but not suitable for people with mobility problems.

The next city is Pyatigorsk, you can reach it from Zheleznovodsk by minibus No. 113 (to the final stop "Verkhniy Rynok", Pyatigorsk).

From the Upper Market, literally in 7-10 minutes of a leisurely walk along Krainy Street to the main walking street of Pyatigorsk - Kirov Avenue.

Or at the bus stop " Train Station»Zheleznovodsk, you can take a minibus No. 213 and get to the Railway Station in Pyatigorsk, where in 5 minutes you can be at the endkirov Avenue.

************************** PENTIGORSK ************************* *

The largest city of the Caucasian mineral waters. The resort area is located on the slope of Mount Mashuk, near the famous Proval, thanks to the movie "12 chairs".

The waters of Pyatigorsk are quite peculiar and require getting used to.

There are several types of mineral water: Hydrogen sulfide, carbonic-hydrogen sulfide, salt-alkaline waters.

There are 2 drinking galleries and about a dozen pump rooms.

At the Academic Gallery carbon dioxide-hydrogen sulfide water of well No. 16 is supplied.

In the Central Drinking Gallery, in its 3 pavilions the carbonic water of the Krasnoarmeisky new spring, the carbonic-hydrogen sulfide water of the Lermontovsky spring No. 2 and the mineral water of the Essentuksky type of the springs No. 17 and 30 are brought out.

In addition to 2 drinking galleries, the resort has pump rooms:

Lermontovsky - at the Leninskiye Skaly sanatorium, where carbonic water is released - well No. 19 (hot narzan) and well No. 35 (Essentuki type No. 4);

pump room of the source No. 7 named after Pavlova and pump-room number 4 - warm narzans;

pump room of the source number 24 - on the territory of the sanatorium "Pyatigorye";

pump room of the Lermontov spring number 2 (Park "Flower Garden");

pump room of the source No. 20 named after Volodkevich and source number 1 (at the sanatorium "Tarkhany");

pump-room of source No. 14 at the Pushkin Baths.

Also in the Pyatigorsk resort are used water type Essentuki No. 17 (wells No. 14, 17, 30), Essentuki No. 4 (well No. 35) and carbon dioxide-hydrogen sulfide water from well No. 20 (source named after Volodkevich).

Indications for treatment in Pyatigorsk:

peripheral vascular disease:
Obliterating atherosclerosis of the vessels of the extremities without ulcers, gangrene, including after reconstructive operations on the peripheral vessels (6-8 weeks after surgery). Obliterating endarteritis with circulatory disorders of the lower extremities I and II st. during the period of stable remission. Chronic venous insufficiency due to varicose veins. Residual effects after phlebitis, thrombophlebitis of the lower extremities (not earlier than 2-4 months).

diseases of the nervous system:
Osteochondrosis of the spine with reflex and radicular syndromes, conditions after removal of a herniated disc, plexitis, polyneuritis, neuritis of the facial, trigeminal nerves, lesions of individual nerves of the extremities, neurofibromyositis outside the exacerbation phase. Diseases of the autonomic nervous system: autonomic polyneuritis, solaritis, sympathoganglionitis at the end of the acute period. Nerve trauma - trauma to the roots, plexuses, nerve trunks that do not require surgical intervention. Diseases and consequences of trauma of the central nervous system: residual effects after the transferred encephalitis, arachnoiditis, encephalomyelitis at the end of the acute period (not earlier than 3 months after the disease). Cerebrovascular diseases: a consequence of impaired cerebral circulation in the recovery period after 4-6 months

gynecological diseases:
Chronic salpingitis, osphitis 2 months after exacerbation. Chronic metritis, endometritis 4 weeks after exacerbation. Chronic parametritis 4-6 weeks after the end of the acute period. Pelvic adhesions of the peritoneum. Infiltration after surgical interventions for diseases of the uterus, tubes, ovaries at the end of the acute period 6-8 weeks after surgery. Incorrect position of the uterus: fixed or subfixed retroflection, retroversion after inflammation of the female genital organs or due to pelvic adhesions of the peritoneum. Ovarian dysfunction, infantilism or hypoplasia of the uterus, including in combination with a chronic inflammatory process of the female genital organs. Infertility resulting from inflammatory diseases, climacteric syndrome.

diseases of the musculoskeletal system:
Arthritis and polyarthritis of non-tuberculous origin: rheumatoid arthritis in an inactive phase with minimal and medium activity of the process, infectious polyarthritis of a certain etiology with the activity of the process not higher than II degree, deforming osteoarthritis, osteochondrosis, spondylosis, spondyloarthrosis, ankylosing spondyloarthritis with visceral activity not higher than II degree without ... Consequences of trunk and limb bone fractures with delayed consolidation; chronic synovitis, bursitis of various localizations, tendovaginitis, myositis, fibromyositis, myalgia, epicondylitis, styloiditis; hematogenous osteomyelitis (except tuberculous), which does not require surgical intervention. Referral of patients with the listed diseases is possible on condition of independent movement and service.
skin diseases:
Stationary regressive psoriasis. Neurodermatitis is a limited and diffuse, chronic stage. Eczema, true and seborrheic in the chronic stage. Scleroderma: plaque limited and widespread, inactive stage, systemic with damage to the musculoskeletal system of the inactive stage in the period between courses of drug therapy. Lichen planus is a limited and common form of the chronic stage.

ear, throat, nose diseases:
Chronic pharyngitis (subatrophic, atrophic, hypertrophic without exacerbation (in the summer months). Chronic tonsillitis, uncomplicated, compensated, often exacerbated. Chronic laryngitis - subatrophic, atrophic. Chronic rhinitis hypertrophic, atrophic, subatrophic. Chronic sinusitis after surgery and postoperative sinusitis in the absence of complications (not earlier than after 2 months) Chronic inflammatory processes in the middle ear and auditory tube in remission stages Otosclerosis, postoperative condition.

urological diseases:
Chronic prostatitis, chronic vesiculitis (non-tuberculous) in remission without the structure of the urethra and without residual urine. Chronic cystitis of a non-tuberculous nature. Urolithiasis, including those complicated by pyelonephritis and cystitis. Chronic pyelonephritis in remission, latent form of pyelonephritis. Secondary pyelonephritis without impairment of nitrogen-excreting renal function and without severe hypertension. Residual effects of acute pyelonephritis not earlier than 3 months after the relief of the acute process.

other diseases:
Primary obesity, alimentary-constitutional, 1 - III st. without symptoms of circulatory decompensation. Diathesis; phosphaturic, uraturia, oxaluria with various clinical manifestations. Thyrotoxicosis of primary and secondary genesis, mild. Mild hypothyroidism with obesity, degenerative changes in the joints and spine.

In Pyatigorsk there are a large number of shops, shopping centers, cinemas, the famous operetta theater, the Lyra clothing market (where you can buy high-quality knitwear, shoes, bed linen, curtains, etc.) and a fur market.

Life is in full swing in the city center, there is a pedestrian street where you can enjoy delicious Pyatigorsk ice cream. This is a gathering place for young people. There is always music and often live performances here.

It should be noted that there are many educational institutions in Pyatigorsk, a whole student city, so the city gives the impression of a city of youth.

There are many sights in Pyatigorsk: Lake Proval, town of Mashuk, where a duel took place in which the poet M.Yu. Lermontov, there are also many Lermontov places: the house-museum, the Lermontov gallery, the monument "the place of the duel" and many others.

Lovers of architecture will find something to do while walking around the central part of Pyatigorsk.

Cons of Pyatigorsk:

• Big city. Of course, this fact can be perceived as a positive and negative aspect for relaxation. I, as a resident of a metropolis, still want to be during outdoor recreation, so for me a big city is a minus.
• The resort area is located on a hill and you have to go down to the city to the mineral pump rooms.
• A kind of traffic movement that needs a habit. For example, in the center, a car can be parked right on the road, and cars can drive right along the tram lines.
• It is very hot in Pyatigorsk in summer, but comfortable in spring and winter.

Pyatigorsk is a city of contradictions. Fussy and trendy in the center, but the further you go from the central streets, the more you realize that the main part of the city is completely different. In fact, this is a village in the city, because most of the city is represented by private houses with land plots.

A city of youth, students who, after receiving a diploma, tend to leave their homes due to lack of work. All this leaves an imprint on the city.

I like to come to Pyatigorsk for a day to walk through its streets, enjoy ice cream and plunge a little into the hustle and bustle.

************************** ESSENTUKI ************************ *

Perhaps this is the most famous resort city of the Caucasian mineral waters, which has gained fame for its waters.

It is unlikely that there is at least one resident of the former USSR who has not heard about "Essentuki four".

The city, thanks to the private sector, looks big enough. For vacationers there is a spa park, near which there are sanatoriums.

But you need to know that there are two resort zones in Essentuki: one near the resort park itself, ancient mineral water springs and Teatralnaya Square.

Another is located behind the park "Pobeda" and is called simply "Victoria" by the locals (after the name of the sanatorium of the same name).

The sights of Essentuki include a mud baths, old mineral water pump rooms, churches and monasteries located near the city.

There are shopping centers, boutiques, a concert hall, various cafes and restaurants. Vacationers love to go to the local market to buy fresh vegetables and fruits.

Essentuki is perhaps the most flat city of KMV, therefore it is ideal for people who have problems with the musculoskeletal system or problems with movement.

Rest in Yessentuki is unhurried, vacationers make a mation in the resort park, sit on benches in shady alleys.

The city itself immerses you in an atmosphere of relaxation and tranquility.

But the main advantage of the resort is its mineral waters. The city has both old pump rooms and modern ones. For example, there is a drinking gallery near the Victoria sanatorium, which is striking in its scope.

Indications for treatment in Essentuki:

Diseases of the digestive system:
Chronic gastritis with secretory insufficiency, with preserved and increased secretion. Gastroduodenitis. Peptic ulcer and 12-humus in the phase of remission or fading exacerbation. Diseases of the operated stomach (after surgery for gastric ulcer and 12-duodenal ulcer). Chronic colitis and enterocolitis. Residual effects of viral hepatitis in the inactive phase. Chronic hepatitis of various etiologies in the inactive phase. Chronic cholecystitis and cholangitis of various etiologies. Dyskinesia of the biliary tract and gallbladder. Cholelithiasis without bouts of hepatic colic. Chronic pancreatitis. Adhesive disease of the abdominal organs.

Endocrinology:
Alimentary obesity. Diabetes mellitus (insulin-dependent and non-insulin dependent), its complications are polyneuropathy and angiopathy.

Urology:
Chronic pyelonephritis during remission, residual effects of acute pyelonephritis (not earlier than 3 months after the relief of the acute process). Chronic cystitis (non-tuberculous), trigonitis. Chronic prostatitis (non-tuberculous vesiculitis without stricture and without residual urine). Infertility of the established nest. Chronic oroepididemitis (non-tuberculous). Sexual disorders in men. Urolithiasis without stones requiring surgical treatment

Gynecology:
Chronic inflammation of the uterine appendages during remission, but not earlier than 2 months after the last exacerbation. Chronic parametritis in the period of remission, not earlier than 6 weeks after the end of the acute process of stabilization of palpation-determined signs of infiltration, without an increase in body temperature, ESR, and the number of leukocytes. Pelvic peritoxal adhesions. Incorrect position of the uterus. Infantilism (genital). Uterine hypoplasia. Ovarian dysfunction, as a consequence of the postponed inflammatory process with the failure of both phases of the cycle. Infertility caused by obstruction of the fallopian tubes, due to the inflammatory process with depletion of the hormonal function of the ovaries or failure of both phases of the cycle.

Pulmonology:
Chronic nonspecific bronchitis, tracheitis, tracheobronchititis of toxic and dusty etiology in the stage of remission, with pulmonary heart failure no more than 1-B stage. Chronic pneumonia in remission without attacks of bronchial asthma, brochiectasis, accompanied by profuse sputum production, without hemoptysis, with cardiopulmonary insufficiency not higher than stage 1-11. Residual effects after acute pleuropneumonia, dry and exudative pleurisy. Bronchial asthma, atopic and infectious allergic mild and moderate with rare attacks, without hormone dependence. Chronic asthmotoid bronchitis without pronounced symptoms of pulmonary heart failure, i.e. no more than 1-B stage. Pneumoconiosis (silicosis, initrosis, biriliosis, etc.) with a generally satisfactory condition and pulmonary heart failure no more than stage 1-B. Bronchiectasis in the stage of persistent remission without profuse purulent sputum, with pulmonary heart failure no more than stage 1-B, in the absence of organ amyloidosis and hemoptysis

Diseases of the ENT organs:
Chronic rhinitis (vasomotor). Chronic adenoiditis. Chronic sinusitis. Chronic pharyngitis. Chronic tonsillitis. Chronic laryngitis is hypertrophic and atrophic. Chronic catarrhal and purulent otitis media. Chronic eustachitis. Chronic labyrinthitis. Acoustic neuritis

Dermatology:
Redheads. Vulgar (globular, conglobata, necrotic, medicinal) acne. Psoriasis. Eczema (acute, chronic). Neurodermatitis. Atonic dermatitis in children. Hives. Dermatitis. Mycosis. Lipoid necrobiosis. Erythematosis. Focal scleroderma. Acne-Keloid. Acrodermatitis sclerotic. Anetoderma erythematous Jadasson. Hyperkeratosis. Daria's disease. Demodicosis. Dermatitis Duhring. Zayed. Itching. Ichthyosis. Skin candidiasis. Keratoderma of the palms and milk. Red grain, nose. Paronychia. Perioral dermatitis. Pyoderma. Seborrhea. Segren's syndrome. Periarticular nodularity. Folliculitis (atrophic, occipital region). Varicose leg ulcer

Nervous diseases:
Spondylosis and related conditions. Neurological manifestations and syndromes of osteochondrosis of the spine: cervical, thoracic and lumbosacral spine. Diseases of the peripheral nervous system, facial nerve and nerve root diseases and lesions of the vascular system. Diseases of the central nervous systems at the end of the acute period (meningo-encephalitis, arachnoiditis, encephalomyelitis, diencephalitis). Consequences of postponed neuroinfections in the form of asthenoneurotic and moderate hypertensive syndromes. The consequences of a previous traumatic brain injury, including traumatic encephalopathy (non-convulsive form). Consequences of the suffered acute cerebrovascular accident. Vascular diseases of the nervous system, including various forms of migraine, Raynaud's disease, obliterating endarteritis, atherosclerotic plexuses (neuritis, plexitis, polyneuropathy), including trigeminal neuralgia, neuritis. Neuroses, neurosis-like states, various neurological syndromes; accentuation of character, pathocharacterological changes in personality. Psychosomatic diseases (peptic ulcer, bronchial asthma), diseases of the digestive tract, obesity, sexual disorders

Cons of Essentuki:

• Limited space for the movement of vacationers. Most of the city is a private sector. For vacationers, a resort area is allocated, for which, in general, there is no point in leaving.
• The city has no mountains, which distinguishes it from other resort towns. But a gorgeous view of Elbrus and from some points of the city to Beshtau opens.

For me, there is no better water than Essentuki-4. Because of the water, you can close your eyes to the disadvantages of the city, due to the lack of a large number of attractions or space for long walks.

Essentuki have an excellent location relative to their fellow resort towns, stretching between Pyatigorsk and Kislovodsk along an iron line.

And finally, from Essentuki, we go to the sunniest city of KMV - Kislovodsk.

We will go by the already proven electric train. The journey takes about 30 minutes.

*************************** KISLOVODSK ************************* *

I repeat that this is the sunniest and highest mountainous city of the Caucasian mineral waters.

stands at an altitude of 600 to 1200 meters above sea level

The city is surrounded by mountains, so it has a special microclimate. There are a lot of sunny, clear days, while the city does not have a stifling heat and such humidity as in Zheleznovodsk.

A large man-made park was laid in Kislovodsk, they say that even the largest in Europe.

Each tree was planted by hand. But walking in the park it's hard to believe, because it's scary to even imagine how much time and effort was spent on planting such a huge territory.

But we must pay tribute to those who worked on landscaping, the park came out great.

It is so pleasant to walk along the shady thuyu alleys, to sit under a majestic pine tree. Admire the Valley of the Roses, or count the steps from the Ladies Caprice bridge to the top of the mountain.

In Kislovodsk there is a huge number of sanatoriums and boarding houses, perhaps a great merit in this, that the city is the birthplace of the water of the Narts (heroes) - Narzan.

Like Essentuki, Narzans are known to many. In every supermarket he can see a green bottle with this name.

But I think that few people know that there are several types of narzan. They are even divided into groups.

1 group. Common narzan.

Group 2. Dolmite Narzan.

Group 3. Sulphated Narzan

There is a Narzan Gallery in Kislovodsk, where everyone can taste several types of Narzan. Moreover, each narzan has its own healing properties.

Unlike its brethren, Kislovodsk is famous for treating people with problems with the cardiovascular system.

And thanks to its climate, athletes from all over the country undergo rehabilitation and train here.

Indications for treatment in Kislovodsk:

diseases of the cardiovascular system:
Ischemic heart disease, hypertension stage I-II, cardiopathy, rheumatism, inactive phase, condition after prosthetic heart valves (after 3-4 months), condition after aorto-coronary bypass grafting, myocarditis, obliterating atherosclerosis of limb vessels without ulcers, obliterating with violation circulation, chronic venous insufficiency due to varicose veins, residual effects due to varicose veins, residual effects after phlebitis, thrombophlebitis of the lower extremities (not earlier than 2-4 months), post-thromboectomy syndrome.

gynecological diseases:
Chronic salpingitis, sophoritis, endometritis, parametritis, pelvic adhesions of the peritoneum, ovarian dysfunction, infertility resulting from inflammatory diseases, climacteric syndrome.

urological diseases:
Chronic prostatitis, chronic cystitis, non-tuberculous nature, impotence.

respiratory diseases:
Chronic nonspecific lung diseases, bronchial asthma.

diseases of the nervous system:
Cerebrovascular diseases: consequences of cerebrovascular accident (after 4-6). Diseases of the peripheral nervous system: osteochondrosis of the spine with radicular syndrome, condition after removal of a herniated disc, polyneuritis, neuritis. Diseases of the autonomic nervous system: polyneuritis, solaritis, sympathoganglionitis at the end of the acute period

diseases of the digestive system:
Chronic gastritis, gastroduodenitis outside the exacerbation phase, duodenal ulcer in remission or fading exacerbation without a tendency to bleeding and penetration, chronic colitis, enterocolitis, chronic hepatitis, pancreatitis, of various etiologies without a tendency to frequent exacerbations in the remission phase.
ear, throat, nose diseases: Chronic pharyngitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, rhinitis, sinusitis

Cons of Kislovodsk:

• Kislovodsk is a big city, and therefore, rest is accompanied by noise, exhaust of cars, crowds of people.
• Kislovodsk is the most "remote" city of KMV. The road to Pyatigorsk will take about an hour by train.

• Not everyone will like the steep climbs to the Upper Medical Park.

A pleasant resort atmosphere reigns in Kislovodsk. The city disposes for leisurely walks along the Olkhovka River, with visits to shops and cafes where you can taste legendary local pastries.

It will also satisfy those who like active rest - there are excellent jogging tracks in the Upper Park. Besides running, you can rent a bike or just walk to the mountain tops.

HOW TO CHOOSE A CITY FOR RECOVERY AND RECREATION?

I advise first of all to determine the profile of the treatment. The choice of a resort city will largely depend on this.

I also recommend that you familiarize yourself with the relief of the city. So, for example, Zheleznovodsk is beautiful in its nature, but having difficulties with movement, rest will not bring joy. Once, while resting in Zheleznovodsk, I managed to twist my leg and everything became a torment for me: to reach the water in the park (4 km), to get to the medical building in the sanatorium (there are several hundred steps), even the distance to the dining room seemed like an endless track. Fortunately, the leg healed quickly and I began to run again, but this experience was enough to understand that only physically strong people can rest in Zheleznovodsk.

****************TIPS, INSTRUCTIONS, WISHES***************

Having chosen any of the cities of the Caucasian mineral waters for rest, do not be lazy and go to the rest. You don't have to buy excursions to do this, just buy a train or minibus ticket. The trip will cost 300-400 rubles there and back, but you will know exactly which city is closer to you in spirit, in waters, in natural conditions.

Download 2GIS map and city walks will become easier.

Always have a couple of plastic cups with you so you can taste the waters wherever you go. It should be remembered that water is a medicine and you need to drink it carefully. in case of concern, it is better to consult a doctor.

Be sure to bring comfortable shoes with you. Even if you choose passive rest, you still have to walk to the pump rooms.

Mineral water has side effects. So, Essentuki cause swelling and many cannot get into shoes in the morning. And the waters of Zheleznovodsk have a diuretic effect.

LIRA MARKET

To visit the Lira market, you need to allocate half of the day, and preferably the first half of the day.

Market hours:

May - September: 5:00 - 17:00

October - April: 6:00 - 16:00

3rd Wednesday - cleaning day!

Take a notebook to the market or take notes on your phone. In which row and what did you see, because it is very easy to get confused in the rows.

The market has its own website where you can download a market map.

You can get to the market by public transport:

From Zheleznovodsk there are direct route taxis №134, 115

From Pyatigorsk from the Upper Market by minibus # 21A and # 11

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Traditionally, gifts from the Caucasus are brought spices, herbal teas.

But it is better to bring teas from excursions (Dombay, Elbrus).

Brought from the Caucasus and knitted things.

There are two good departments in Zheleznovodsk: near the mud baths at the entrance to the Healing Park, and on Lermontov Street (near the Palace of the Emir of Bukhara).

In Essentuki, near the new pump room.

In Kislovodsk, a spontaneous market is being organized on Prospekt Mira.

You can buy high-quality knitwear at the Lira market.

You can also bring a good fur coat from your vacation, which will be two or three times cheaper than in stores across Russia. To do this, you can go to the fur (fur coat) market or go shopping or go to factories where free tours are organized.

And also, you can bring wine, knives, honey, paintings and traditional magnets.

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I am often asked by acquaintances, knowing my love for KMV: which city is the best?

And I usually answer:

"Now, if there was an electric train in Zheleznovodsk, and there was a city on the site of Kislovodsk, with the same number of sunny days, while" Essentuki four "flowed in it, and there was a Broadway, like in Pyatigorsk, where you can listen to local musicians and enjoy ice cream This city would be the most the best city KMV. "

Each resort city is unique, not repeatable. Has its advantages and disadvantages.

All the disadvantages described by me, of course, are subjective. Whatever city you find yourself in, it deserves to be called a mineral resort.

The Caucasus attracted the attention of representatives of various strata of society: the creative intelligentsia, nobility, travelers, merchants, as well as romantic adventurers of all stripes, and of course those who were promised hope for a miraculous healing by the amazing waters.

The picturesque nature of these places has inspired more than one generation of writers and poets: the majestic foothills of Elbrus, the winding channels of mountain rivers carrying their waters among fragrant valleys, azure waterfalls, vast expanses of steppe, generously endowed by the sun ... All this has created an amazingly mild healthy climate, and many healing mineral waters and high-quality medicinal mud glorified the Caucasus, both in our country and abroad.

The official history of one of the oldest balneological centers in Russia began in 1803. In the place of the first settlements and tent camps, organized near the healing springs, the first settlements and then cities began to grow very quickly. People of different professions and estates began to come here to improve their health "on the waters" and relax in a pleasant company. Gradually, the news about the miraculous properties of these places spread throughout Russia and Europe - the resort became a favorite place for rest and treatment. Nevertheless, the peak of the popularity of this region falls on the Soviet era, when travel for health became not as difficult and tedious as it was at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century.

After the revolution, nationalized hotels and private houses were converted into hospitals. At the same time, the construction of sanatoriums, hydrotherapy centers and resort complexes was organized. During the war, immediately after the liberation of the resorts in the spring of 1943, hospitals began to receive thousands of wounded Soviet soldiers. Thanks to the healing waters and mud, the selfless work of doctors and all personnel, hundreds of human lives have been saved. In the post-war period, dozens of new deposits of mineral water were discovered, the construction of hotels, sanatoriums, pioneer camps and resort complexes proceeded at a rapid pace, the range of medical and health services was expanded. As a result, Kavminvody becomes a resort of all-Union importance, receiving up to one and a half million tourists a year.

Today the famous resort Caucasian Mineral Waters is located on the territory of three subjects of the Federation: Stavropol Territory, Karachay-Cherkess Republic and Kabardino-Balkarian Republic. Here are some of the best companies in the spa complex, with a wide range of medical and health services on offer.

A lover of foreign health resorts will be interested to know that the Caucasian Mineral Waters is a unique region, which contains almost all types of mineral waters - more than 130 springs! You will not find such a variety in its composition, quality and healing properties anywhere in the world!

In addition, the famous lake Tambukan is located just 12 kilometers from Pyatigorsk, at the bottom of which there are hundreds of thousands of tons of healing silt. Annually, for the needs of sanatoriums and health resorts, about 10 thousand tons of medicinal mud is mined here, which is also recognized as one of the best in the world.

But even those who have not heard of the Kavminvod resorts are well aware of another area of \u200b\u200bthe region's activity - the production of bottled mineral water. The legendary "Essentuki" and "Narzan" are familiar to everyone from childhood. These and other types of water are supplied today throughout Russia and the near abroad.

Another interesting area that continues to actively develop every year is educational and sports tourism. In a land rich in history and culture, many interesting natural sites, there is no shortage of attractions. Therefore, many tourists come here not so much for health improvement, but for vivid sightseeing impressions, the pacifying atmosphere of long walks and active sports recreation in the mountains.

Founded: 1803 year
Square: 5.3 thousand km 2
Population: 1 194 859 people (2018)
Currency: Russian ruble
Language: Russian
Of.site: / http://www.adm-kmv.ru/

Flight time:
from Moscow - from 2 hours 15 minutes.
from St. Petersburg - from 3 hours
from Kazan - from 4 hours 50 minutes. (1-2 transfers)
from Yekaterinburg - from 3 hours 5 minutes.
from Novosibirsk - from 4 hours 35 minutes.

The most popular resorts in the region of the Caucasian Mineral Waters are Kislovodsk, Essentuki, Zheleznovodsk and Pyatigorsk. Each resort town has its own therapeutic specialization.

Kislovodsk - is considered the sunniest and greenest resort. On the territory of the city, in addition to the famous medicinal narzans, there is a huge park for walking, which goes far into the mountains. Favorable climatic conditions and crystal clear air, saturated with tart odors of resin and pine needles, create an excellent healing effect. Recommended for the treatment of the cardiovascular system and gastrointestinal tract.

Essentuki - a small cozy resort specializing in the treatment of endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal tract, liver and bile ducts. Perhaps this is the main curative "source" of mineral waters in the Caucasus.

Zheleznovodsk - the smallest and quietest resort among its brothers, but no less famous! This is the only resort in Russia and Europe with hot calcium mineral waters. Therefore, the main specialization of the resort is the treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system and metabolic disorders. This resort can also be considered for respiratory treatment.

Pyatigorsk - the most versatile resort of KMV. It is renowned for its mud treatments, but overall it is a one-stop resort for holistic wellness.

How to get there

Getting to the famous resorts is quite easy and relatively inexpensive. If you plan to travel outside the high season, then train tickets can cost you more than a plane ticket. The cost of trips by electric trains running in Kavminvody is comparable in price to similar trips in big cities. Minibuses and taxis are cheaper than in metropolitan areas. When planning your trip, remember that most of the routes, wherever you come / arrive from, will lead you to Mineralnye Vody, the main transfer point.

Aircraft

The largest international airport in the south of the country is located in Mineralnye Vody, which daily receives flights from different cities of Russia and neighboring countries. Plane is the most convenient and fastest way to get to Kavminvod. The flight time from Moscow will be about two hours, from St. Petersburg - about three. When looking for air tickets, pay attention to the airlines "S7 Airlines" and "NordStar", which have interesting budget offers. The airport "Mineralnye Vody" itself is small, but modern, located at a distance of 4 km from the city.

If your further route runs through the railway station of Mineralnye Vody, from which trains leave for popular resort cities, we recommend using route taxi No. 10, No. 11. Minibuses leave the airport every 30-40 minutes. from 6.00 am to 7.30 pm. Choosing route number 11, you will reach the city bus station, which is also connected by routes with many resort cities: Kislovodsk, Pyatigorsk, Yessentuki, Dombay and others (travel time to the bus station, about 10 minutes). Do not trust taxi drivers who talk about cancellation of these routes or long breaks between flights. Taxi services can be used if you want to get to other cities of Kavminvod directly. For example, a taxi ride to Kislovodsk, on average, will cost you 900 rubles (January 2016).

A train

Before choosing this method of travel, we recommend that you look at how many days you need to travel. Even fast trains in this direction make a lot of stops and do not go fast, so the trip can be quite tiring, especially in the hot season. Like the airport, the Mineralnye Vody railway station is one of the most important transport points in this region. To it, and the terminal station of the North Caucasian railway - Kislovodsk, you can get directly from many cities of Russia.

The station in Mineralnye Vody corresponds to the status of the station - a majestic building with massive columns, a dome, stained glass windows and frescoes, spacious enough and comfortable for waiting. In front of the entrance you will be greeted by the famous sculpture "The Eagle conquering the Snake" - the symbol of Kavminvod. From the station, trains depart on long-distance and suburban routes.

Separately, it should be noted the excellent transport links within the territory of Kavminvod! Suitable trains on the Mineralnye Vody - Kislovodsk branch (its length is 64 km) are the main public transport between the cities of Kislovodsk, Essentuki, Pyatigorsk, Beshtau, Mineralnye Vody. Electric trains also run to Georgievsk, Nevinnomyssk, Budennovsk and other cities of the Stavropol Territory, with the exception of Zheleznovodsk. To get to Zheleznovodsk, you need to get off at the Beshtau station (located 6 km from Zheleznovodsk) and continue your journey by minibus or bus number 10 (about 5-7 minutes). If the long-distance train does not stop at the Beshtau station (for example, No. 004C “Kavkaz” from Moscow), then from the Mineralnye Vody railway station (from the station square), as well as from the bus station, you can get to Zheleznovodsk by bus or minibus No. 107.

Electric trains run very often, at intervals of 40 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes (depending on the time of day), from 5 am to 11 pm. And, which is important for the convenience of tourists, in every city, even the smallest, the train makes 2-3 stops! The train schedule changes periodically. The fare, for example: Mineralnye Vody - Kislovodsk - 154 rubles. 20 K., Kislovodsk - Essentuki - 64 rubles. 10 K., Kislovodsk - Pyatigorsk - 115 rubles. 90 k. (2016)

Distance between cities KMV

Bus

You can get to the resorts of Kavminvod by direct bus from many major cities Russia. Comfortable buses run from Moscow to Kislovodsk, through the resort towns, mainly from the Yuzhnye Vorota bus station. Travel time will be a little more than a day, the ticket price is about 2,000 rubles (2016). The main carrier in the North Caucasus region "Kavminvodyavto", which also operates regular flights on the route "Moscow-Kislovodsk" and flights to the nearest regions.

Bus stations and bus stations of the KMV hub

Kislovodsk: the bus station is located outside the city - st. Promyshlennaya, no. 4, it is not very convenient to get there. Opening hours from 6:00 to 19:00. Serves the following directions: Arzgir, Anapa, Astrakhan, Baku, Grateful, Budyonnovsk, Vladikavkaz, Volgograd, Gelendzhik, Georgievsk, Grozny, Derbent, Krasnodar, Labinsk, Maikop, Makhachkala, Mozdok, Moscow, Nazran, Neftekumsk, Nalchik, Oktyabrsky, Pro Stavropol, Sochi, Cherkessk.

Mineral water:there are two bus stations in the city: the old one - on the street. Gagarina, d. 98 (working hours from 06:30 to 18:00) and the new bus station "Ruslan", located on the street. Sovetskaya, 97 (working hours from 5.00 to 23.00 without breaks and days off). Buses depart from the new bus station in all directions of the "Kavminvodyavto" carrier.

Essentuki: the bus station is located on the street. Gagarina, 93 behind the Central Market complex. Finding it is also not easy because of the proximity to the market and a large congestion of transport. The building is old, in poor condition, you should not count on a comfortable waiting for your flight. Opening hours from 5:00 to 19:30. Serves the following directions: Arzgir, Anapa, Astrakhan, Baku, Blagodarny, Budennovsk, Vladikavkaz, Gelendzhik, Derbent, Maikop, Makhachkala, Mozdok, Moscow, Nalchik, Novoselitskoe, Prokhladny, Stavropol, Stepnoe, Uchkeken.

Pyatigorsk: the main bus station is located in the city center at the intersection of Kalinin ave. and ul. Bunimovich. Opening hours from 5:45 to 21:00. Serves flights to the northern direction: Mineral Waters, Stavropol, Krasnodar, Rostov-on-Don, Moscow. Route taxis to Nalchik, Cherkessk, Vladikavkaz, Makhachkala and Grozny also go from this station.

There are several more bus stations in Pyatigorsk. Minibuses depart from the Upper Market bus station to the suburbs and neighboring settlements, including to Kabardino-Balkaria. The most popular routes: No. 108: "Pyatigorsk - Georgievsk", No. 130: "Pyatigorsk - Vin-Sady" and No. 112: "Pyatigorsk - Lermontov". From the bus station at the railway station shuttle buses run to Lermontov - No. 112, Zheleznovodsk - No. 213, Mineralnye Vody - No. 223. City bus No. 1 goes to the resort area and Lake Proval, and you can catch a bus at the gate.

Zheleznovodsk:a small bus station is located at the Railway Station Pryvokzalnaya Square. Opening hours from 06:00 to 17:00. Public transport routes and several intercity flights stop here.

Bus schedule for the Mineralnye Vody bus station

Car

The nearest federal highways to Kavminvody are M29 ("Caucasus", passes through Mineralnye Vody and Inozemtsevo) and A157 (section of the Mineralnye Vody - Kislovodsk road). The Lermontov - Cherkessk highway (A156) is located ten kilometers south of the city. You can get from Moscow to Kislovodsk along the M4 Don Federal Highway (E115), through Rostov-on-Don to the village of Pavlovskaya in the Krasnodar Territory, and then along the M29 (E50) highway through Mineralnye Vody.

Climate and weather in the Caucasian Mineral Waters

The climate in the region of the Caucasian Mineral Waters depends on the specific city, because the mountains are able to create unique weather in a relatively small area.

For example, due to the fact thatKislovodsk located higher than other resort towns in the Caucasian Mineral Waters region, sunny weather is observed here about 150 days a year. The climate in Kislovodsk is temperate continental, the city is surrounded by the Caucasian ridge, which protects it from cold winds and creates a special mountain climate.

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Why is health tourism so cool?

Let's start with the fact that everything new is well forgotten old. Water trips to the Caucasus were one of the favorite types of travel for the nobility in imperial Russia. And in Soviet times, when the South became a republican health resort, this became widespread. By the way, Caucasian Mineral Waters is one of the first Russian resorts, which received this profile back in the nineteenth century.

Why is it worth going to Kavminvody for treatment?

Caucasian Mineral Waters is a unique resort region that includes several cities. Each of them has its own unique infrastructure, most of which is based precisely on the spa complex. The region is, in fact, a highly developed medical center, where there are highly professional clinics, medical institutions, well-known sanatoriums ... One of the largest research bases of balneological persuasion operates here.

But the foundation is also important. There are about 130 mineral springs (with waters of 40 varieties), as well as a large deposit of healing mud from Lake Tambukan, allowing for the prevention and treatment of a wide range of diseases. And each of the resort cities has its own profile. So, in Kislovodsk they successfully treat diseases of blood circulation, respiration, nervous system; in Essentuki - gastrointestinal tract, liver, biliary tract, metabolic disorders; in Pyatigorsk - the musculoskeletal system, the nervous system, digestion, skin and gynecological; in Zheleznovodsk - digestive organs, kidneys, urinary tract, metabolic disorders.

I will add that in the Kavminvod sanatoriums you can undergo both treatment and recovery. We, basically, take vouchers for treatment. However, in this case, before the trip, we recommend visiting the clinic and obtaining a health resort card. At the same time, people not only come to KMV to undergo procedures, but also simply "drink water", which has healing properties. Recommendations for the choice of drinking water are given by the doctor on site. By the way, most of the large sanatoriums have magnificent spa complexes and gyms. So even a simple recovery will be remembered for a long time.

Why is it worth going to Kavminvody in autumn?

In fact, Kavminvody is suitable for visiting at any time of the year. The healing climate (which is different in every resort), wonderful parks, magnificent natural landscapes, well-groomed city streets and healing resources make the resort just an ideal vacation spot at any time of the year. However, in order to achieve the best results in recovery, it is better to come not in hot weather, but in autumn. In the "velvet" season, the weather is clear and warm, having a positive effect on the body.

Don't forget about brand new hotel complexes and sanatoriums, erected recently. Here, off-season discounts are superimposed on the low cost due to the recent opening. For example, the "Source" sanatorium, which opened in Yessentuki literally at the end of June 2016. Now the placement price is quite low here due to the technical launch period. At the same time, the complex is made according to the latest technology and hotel business, the latest equipment has been brought here. Several months will pass and the price here will equalize with other sanatoriums. So, it's better to hurry up and buy a ticket now.

What sanatoriums in Kavminvody do you recommend?

On my last trip to KMV, I visited Essentuki, where I examined new sanatoriums. Perhaps the biggest impression on me isthe already mentioned "Source" and "Rus"... This is a new era of sanatoriums (with huge financial investments). There has never been such a level in Kavminvody.

In addition, I would advise you to pay attention to a number of other sanatoriums, which also offer an excellent number of rooms and an excellent medical base. In Zheleznovodsk, I would like to mention "Beshtau" (where there are only medical offices - 5 floors), in Kislovodsk a wonderful place is the luxury "Plaza" 4 *, as well as "Healing Narzan." a wide variety of diseases (for example, with allergies). Of the sanatoriums that are more accessible, one can recall such as: "Mashuk", "Rodnik", "Essentuki", "Pyatigorsk." The treatment there is no worse than everywhere else. The entire room stock of health resorts has been renovated and equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable pastime, treatment and relaxation.

What makes Kavminvody unique as a resort?

I adore Kislovodsk, I love Essentuki, Zheleznovodsk and Pyatigorsk. These are the cities where you can find everything a tourist needs. In addition to treatment, a wide variety of leisure activities are offered here. This is an extensive excursion program with visits to many attractions. And countless lacquer souvenirs. And many working cafes, restaurants and clubs, which, unlike the coast, do not spoil the rest with loud music. In the evening, you can simply watch the performances of the artists on the street. In general, in cities there is a rather calm measured atmosphere, where you can simply walk through shady parks or beautiful streets, forgetting about everything in the world. No fuss. People are resting enjoying the peace.

In this regard, I was most impressed by Kislovodsk, a small and cozy town that captivates you with its beauty and convenience. Due to my profession, I often traveled around the world and I have something to compare with. So, having arrived in Kislovodsk, I saw a high level of comfort and resort life. You want to return to Kislovodsk, take a walk, forget yourself and enjoy the most beautiful clean city. The main attraction of Kislovodsk, of course, is its huge Kurortny Park, planted on the mountain slopes of the Dzhinalsky ridge, and mesmerizing with its beauty and well-groomed, many different fountains and beautiful flower beds.
In general, there are a lot of attractions in Kislovodsk (Ring-mountain, Rebrov's house, Krestovaya hill, gallery of roses) and a huge number of architectural monuments (exquisite Narzan gallery, Philharmonic building (Kurhaus), Main Narzan baths, Colonnade, beautiful fountains). In the city, public electric transport is gradually being converted to electric vehicles. In general, this is a fairly clean and eco-friendly resort.

There is also a resort area in Pyatigorsk. Although it is more of a commercial and administrative city. There are restaurants, cafes, a resort area, there are a lot of attractions. For example, the failure in Pyatigorsk is within walking distance of the main attractions of the city - the Lermontov Gallery and the Flower Garden Park. And for lovers of mountain nature, hotels are offered near Mount Mashuk.
Among the attractions of Essentuki: the famous medical park, where the bulk of drinking and bathing buildings are located (for example, the Bath Building of Emperor Nicholas II), the Singing Fountain, the Philharmonic. The largest drinking gallery in Europe is also located here. Zheleznovodsk is more quiet citywhere people come to retire, enjoy the clean air, treatment, water. I even found a house here, where Lermontov spent the last night before the duel.

The resort region is inscribed in a unique natural landscape dominated by mountainous terrain. Moreover, since the resorts in it are located on several levels, each of them has its own microclimate (so you can choose the one that suits you best). Among other things, transport is wonderfully developed here. The train runs between cities every 30 minutes. So you won't have a problem to live in one city and see all the others.

Would you like to go to Kavminvody again yourself?

I will say: definitely yes. And I would recommend this to all my friends and family. I hope to return there more than once. After all, this place pulls like a magnet. If any of the readers decides to visit this region, let them contact us.

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Here 12 chairs were removed and Lermontov was killed. The climate here is mild, and mineral water flows from the tap. Here you can run in the mountains and stroll through the tennis parks. Here you can send your parents to a sanatorium on vacation, or bring a romantic young lady for the weekend. I spent two wonderful days here with my son. I tell you what to see and how to do everything as inexpensively as possible.

How to come here?

The city of Mineralnye Vody is the logistics center of the Caucasian Mineralnye Vody.
Here is the airport and the railway station, from which it is convenient to get by train to all the cities of the KMV.
The schedule of trains can be viewed The cost of the ticket, depending on the distance from 50 to 250 rubles. They can be bought at the station or directly on the train from the controllers

Quarrel for quality, dug on the Internet

We arrived by plane. There are a lot of flights here and there are often dated tickets. I found it on Skyscanner for the weekend from Moscow and back for 5280! (valid as of May 4) It's cheaper than in a compartment car

Where to live?
We stopped in Pyatigorsk. It is the largest city in the center of KMV, from the railway station within an hour you can reach any city. Kislovodsk is also a good option, it also has a lot of interesting things. (A little later about it)
Taxi is the most convenient RED-taxi. Phone 8-919-733-33-33, work by meter
At the entrance to the station square, near the gate, there is an inexpensive canteen where you can eat tasty and cheap food.

TVIL.RU
During my trip to Crimea, I discovered the wonderful Twill service.
On this site, you can find very budgetary, but quite decent accommodation - all kinds of mini-hotels, guest houses, hostels, etc.
I needed accommodation near the train station and very inexpensive. Found it 2 minutes walk from the Railway Station.

Here is a guest house in Bystrom lane 6 with budget prices. There is a room with a fireplace (!) For three for 1800 rubles.In the courtyard behind the fence you can grill barbecue on the grill) Link to the house on the Twill website

My son and I took a very modest room for 1200 per night. However, everything was clean inside.

There was even a small kitchenette where you could have tea and warm food.
By the way, I noticed that in the south, all budget options include a kitchen so that you can cook on your own.

Pyatigorsk
They threw our things and went for a walk around Pyatigorsk.
On the streets there are live heroes from the scenes of the famous KVN team and Zhorik Vartanov from Nasha Rasha.

Ossetian Pies
The best Ossetian pies in Pyatigorsk are prepared in a modest eatery with the name (who would have thought!) "Ossetian Pies" on Karl Marx 4. They do not have a website, not a VK group, they are not even in the Double GIS.

And there is nothing there except Ossetian pies. But they are incredibly tasty and quite cheap.
We were able to eat this huge pie with potatoes for 350 rubles, and we took the rest home.

Walk along Kirov Avenue to the Flower Garden Park. From there you can climb to the sculpture of the Eagle on Mount Goryachaya - the symbol of Pyatigorsk and all Kavminvod.

The action of the novel and the shooting of the film 12 Chairs took place in Pyatigorsk

Mineral springs and healing springs are everywhere.
Life hack
There is a pump room near the Tarkhany sanatorium, where you can get mineral water for free.

gagarin Avenue

You must definitely go to the famous Proval. Of course it's free))

Life hack. If you go up from the Proval along an inconspicuous path among the trees, you can see it from above)

Lermontov is also our everything!

Mikhail Yurievich Lermontov served in Pyatigorsk.
He was shot by Lieutenant Martynov in a duel at the foot of Mount Mashuk. Right at this place.
Do you remember the chapter about Princess Mary from Hero of Our Time? Events also took place on the waters, in Pyatigorsk.

In general, I strongly advise you to climb Mount Mashuk, there is a funicular or you can climb on foot.

From the place of Lermontov's duel, Mount Beshtau (five heads) is visible, which actually gave the name to Pyatigorsk.

Beshtau.

You can climb Mount Beshtau (1400 meters) from Zheleznovodsk, Lermontov or Pyatigorsk.
I climb from the cliff "Carry my God", near the Beshtautinsky monastery. Taxi from the railway station to the monastery 180 rubles
The mountain slopes are extremely picturesque

View of the top from the saddle

In an hour and a half (for ordinary people 2-2.5 hours) I am at the top of Beshtau.
From here you can see almost all KMV, and in good weather the majestic caps of Elbrus
View of Inozemtsevo

Zheleznovodsk and Minvody. On the right is the Snake Mountain, you can see it when you fly up from the plane to Minvody

Pyatigorsk

The top is always full of people. Even a child can climb here

lermontov city

Kislovodsk
A whole day was devoted to him. If you want to relax in the resort silence and you have a whole week, then it is better to live in Kislovodsk. This is a city of quiet bliss, where pensioners and children walk.
Here you can walk around the park all day and not get around it.

Kurortny Boulevard
This place reminds of the best days of the Russian Empire, which wanted to make its own Baden-Baden.

At the beginning of the resort boulevard there is Narzan Gallery, where you can drink unlimited mineral waters for different tastes

My favorite place in Kislovodsk is Kurortny Park. It is huge, a city within a city.

Stelyanny jet

grotto

Pensioners took mini-bicycles and ride in the park. Send your parents here!
Unlike abroad, here everything will be native to them and will have someone to chat with.

red stones

Askar and I are for active rest. We are resting only after climbing the next hill.

Temple of Air
There is an open library near the funicular in Pakra. Anyone can take a book from here, read it and bring it back.

And of course, my favorite childhood books are waiting for me here.

Mineralnye Vody is a relatively small cozy town in the Stavropol Territory. Despite the name, there are no healing springs in the very administrative center of the Mineralovodsk district; they are all located in neighboring Zheleznovodsk, Lermontov, Pyatigorsk, Yessentuki and Kislovodsk. The city serves as a kind of gateway, annually allowing hundreds of thousands of tourists to the resorts of the Caucasian Mineral Waters. It is here that the largest transport hub in the region is located - an international airport, a railway junction and a federal highway.

Although many consider Mineralnye Vody as a transit point, the city itself is also of interest from a tourist point of view. Warm and mild climate, stunning nature and mountains rising from all sides - why not a place for rest and relaxation? In addition, you don't have to travel far to get wellness treatments - in the vicinity there are many sanatoriums with healing water from mineral water springs.

How to get to Mineralnye Vody

The town of Mineralnye Vody grew up around the Sultanovskaya railway station, which later became a major junction. Then a large international airport and a bus station were built nearby, so there are no problems in terms of transport accessibility - it is easy to get here from almost any corner of Russia and neighboring countries.

The fastest way for Moscow and St. Petersburg is by plane, although residents of the northern capital have fewer flights and tickets are more expensive. Trains run regularly from both capitals to Mineralnye Vody, but in reality this option is not much more economical, and you will have to spend much more time on the way. Buses from Moscow and many southern cities of Russia arrive at the local bus station.

Search for flights to Mineralnye Vody

Transport

The main public transport is buses and minibuses. Most of them leave from the railway station, route network covers all areas of the city and nearby villages. The fare is relatively low - about 16 RUB.

The only drawback is that transport runs until 19: 00-20: 00. So, if you plan to stay late somewhere, be prepared to use a taxi. The latter in Mineralnye Vody are represented by several local firms, the tariffs are low in comparison with Moscow ones - travel around the city will cost 50-150 RUB, transfer from the airport - from 150 RUB. There is also an international transfer booking service, but the prices are an order of magnitude higher - from 600 RUB. The prices on the page are for November 2018.

Mineral Water Maps

Rent a Car

If you came to Mineralnye Vody for a short time and do not plan to leave the city, then there is probably no point in renting a car. The public transport network covers the entire territory, including the suburbs, buses run frequently, and travel costs a little. There are taxis with fairly low fares for late walks. If you want to explore the surroundings and other cities of the resort region, it would be more expedient to take a car and not depend on the schedule of electric trains and intercity buses.

Mineralnye Vody is a small city, and there is no such car traffic as in Moscow or St. Petersburg. The traffic is calm, but sometimes there are traffic jams. There shouldn't be any problems with parking - there are several 24-hour parking lots, paid and free. Cost per day in the open area - 100 RUB, in the parking near the airport - 500 RUB.

Most of the companies providing car rental services operate throughout the region, which allows you to take a car in Mineralnye Vody, and return it in Pyatigorsk or Essentuki. This opportunity is provided by Urentcar and Autorent-KMV. Most companies, including Avant Car and Auto Dar, accept bank cards for payment. The cost of car rental, depending on the class and rental period, varies from 1000 RUB per day.

Treatment in Mineralnye Vody

The region of the Caucasian Mineral Waters has long been famous for its healing climate and healing natural springs. The first information about them appeared in the 17th century, and in Soviet times this resort was one of the most popular among the residents of our country. And although the springs themselves are located in neighboring cities, there are also many sanatoriums in the vicinity of Mineralnye Vody, offering vacationers various health procedures.

It is worth coming here, even if there are no specific diseases. Mineral and foamy liquorice baths, therapeutic mud and the healing climate of this region cleanse the body of toxins and toxins.

Various health resorts treat ulcers and gastritis, diabetes mellitus and obesity, liver, kidney and nervous system diseases. This is not a complete list of ailments that water from underground sources helps to cope with. Depending on the indications and contraindications, different methods are used - drinking cure, healthy baths with mineral water and mud therapy.

Hotels in Mineralnye Vody

When choosing a hotel in Mineralnye Vody, the first step is to decide on the purpose of the trip. The city has both regular hotels and guest houses, and sanatoriums offering various healing procedures... The price per day in the latter is much higher. The cost of accommodation does not strongly depend on the location of the hotel, in the center or on the outskirts, however, budget options should be looked for closer to the suburbs.

Those who want to save money should pay attention to inexpensive guest houses. A night in a shared female or male room for several people will cost only RUB 500. Prices for accommodation in a double room start from 1000 RUB.

There are three- and four-star hotels in the city, most of them are concentrated in the central part. For a day in a comfortable room with a designer interior and satellite TV, you will have to pay from 2500 to 3000 RUB. It offers bars, restaurants and karaoke facilities and an entertainment program with animators in the evening.

What to bring

Since rest in Mineralnye Vody is usually associated with healing, something with healing properties is usually taken away from here as souvenirs. First of all, it is worth grabbing a few bottles of healing mineral water from nearby springs. They are not in the city itself, but "Narzans" and "Essentuki" can be found in many shops.

Any water with a therapeutic effect should be drunk with extreme caution. When choosing a present, be sure to familiarize yourself with the composition and properties of different varieties.

Another useful souvenir is Tambukan mud, which is actively used in the treatment of skin diseases and cosmetology. Its source, Lake Tambukan, is located 30 km from the city, so you can collect some silt yourself. If this is not possible, the collected and packaged mud, as well as cosmetics based on it, are sold in pharmacies and stores of Mineral Waters.

There is also a souvenir in these places that heals not the body, but the soul. The famous Praskovey cognacs are produced at the winery of the same name, located 100 km from the city, and are considered one of the city's visiting cards.

Cafes and restaurants of Mineralnye Vody

The choice of cafes in Mineralnye Vody is not as great as in the larger tourist regions, but here you can also find where to have a snack or a delicious dinner. There are several excellent restaurants in the city with a luxurious interior and quality service, the menu includes dishes of Russian, European and Caucasian cuisine. Average check - from 1000 to 2000 RUB.

The most famous among tourists and locals is the Holburg restaurant, located in the building of the castle of the same name. Its main advantages are excellent cuisine, friendly staff and the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.

For a quick and hearty snack, numerous cafes are perfect, where breakfast will cost 300-500 RUB. For pizza and sushi lovers, there are Italian and Japanese restaurants. A special place among the establishments of Mineralnye Vody is occupied by barbecue cafes. It is impossible to imagine Caucasian cuisine without this hot and aromatic dish. Real barbecue is served here at quite reasonable prices - the cost of lunch in most cafes and restaurants in the city does not exceed 700-1000 RUB.

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Entertainment and attractions of Mineralnye Vody

You should not perceive the city solely as a transfer station on the way to the resorts of the North Caucasus. Quiet and cozy, it is perfect for rest and relaxation after the hectic pace of metropolitan areas. In addition, there are interesting natural, historical and architectural sights here, not to mention sanatoriums and hospitals, for the sake of which many people go to these lands.

They say that Mineralnye Vody lacks only the sea: sights, entertainment and even mountains are already there.

Those arriving in Mineralnye Vody by train can start exploring the sights without leaving the ticket office. The railway station is one of the most interesting and beautiful historical buildings in the city. It was built at the end of the 50s. last century on the site of an old building.

In front of a semicircle of white columns stands a sculpture of an eagle holding a snake in its claws. The monument illustrates a local legend about how a proud bird managed to heal from a poisonous bite using water from local healing springs.

One of the most interesting natural attractions is the magmatic mountain Snake. It attracts tourists not only with beautiful mountain landscapes and unique flora and fauna. On the slopes there are several holy springs and monuments of the Second World War, as well as adits and quarries. Frequently you can also meet lovers of outdoor activities with mountaineering equipment.

In Mineralnye Vody there are several churches and cathedrals that will be of interest to believers and those who want to get acquainted with the history, culture and architecture of the city. The main religious attraction is the Cathedral of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos. Among its shrines are the relics of the Monk Theodosius of the Caucasus, the patron saint of these places.

Of the city's museums, the most interesting is the Museum aviation technology, which displays military and civilian ships. Those wishing to learn more about the history of Mineralnye Vody should visit the Museum of Local Lore.

Weather

It is better to go on vacation to Mineralnye Vody in the second half of summer or in autumn. Although the climate of the city is temperate continental and rather mild at any time of the year, there is a high risk of falling into the rainy season in winter and spring. Summer here begins early, in mid-May, and ends only in September, alternating with cool, but sunny and dry autumn, but in June, short but intense showers are not uncommon.

Winter in Mineralnye Vody is warm and rainy; there are practically no severe frosts. During the period of early and short spring, which comes to these regions already at the end of February - beginning of March, the probability of precipitation is high.