One of the oldest and most famous ski resorts, Dombay, is located on the territory of the Tiberdinsky Nature Reserve at an altitude of about 1500 m above sea level. This is an area of the Main Caucasian Ridge, and near the village rises the highest point of the western part of the Ridge, the Dombai-Ulgen peak, whose height exceeds 4000 m. The proximity of steep slopes, on which snow lasts for 4-5 months, make these places a real paradise for mountain lovers. skis. But you can relax in Dombai all year round.
Instructions
Step 1
Of course, the level of service and equipment of the Dombai ski slopes is significantly inferior to that of Krasnaya Polyana, not to mention European resorts. But fans of these places are attracted here every year by their unique beauty and crystal clear air, which heals lung diseases. If you decide to relax in these places, the nearest airport and railway station are in Mineralnye Vody. You can get here by regular buses from Stavropol.
Step 2
At prices Dombay will cost you almost 2 times cheaper than Krasnaya Polyana. Housing for tourists is being built here in large numbers, and there are no problems with accommodation for almost the entire season. You should take care of it in advance only if your vacation coincides with the New Year and student holidays.
Step 3
You can rent a completely apartment in a residential building, and only its cost will be charged from you, regardless of the number of people who will live in it. The opportunity to cook yourself, hot water and heating will always be provided to you. The apartments are clean and comfortable, equipped with all household appliances.
Step 4
But in Dombai there is a huge selection of boarding houses and hotels, where breakfast can be included in the price. Room rates can vary quite a bit. You can find a hotel where a double room will cost you 2, but there is also for 6 thousand rubles.
Step 5
Food is delivered to stores, everything you need you buy there. A cheerful dinner with company in the evening in a restaurant can cost 500 rubles per person. During the day, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the many cafes that are located next to the ski lifts. But it is better to ask the sellers of local souvenirs what cafe they would recommend to you - the food there is not very good and often, the lagman on all menus resembles borscht with pasta.
Step 6
There are a large number of rental points both at hotels in the village and on the slopes, so you can always pick up equipment for yourself. The village is small and you can walk to the ski lifts from any point in ski or snowboard boots.
Step 7
When the ski season ends, the village becomes empty - the main population here is small. But those who love mountains come here. Horse and hiking excursions along the most beautiful routes are organized here with local guides. In August - the time of real porcini mushrooms and wild berries - strawberries, blueberries.
