Karachay-Cherkessia is a subject of the Russian Federation. The city of Cherkessk is the capital. It is located in the south of our state. To plunge deeper into the history of the city, you can visit one or more museums of peoples that work on the local territory. Cherkessk is also rich in its natural beauty. In the vicinity of the city, you can admire clear lakes with crystal clear water, green mountains with wild forests. Industry has declined in recent years, but the region's economy is based on small retail outlets.
A bit of history
A not very big city in the southern part of Russia called Cherkessk is the capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic. It is located on the right side of the Kuban River, in the Ciscaucasian zone.
The city appeared relatively recently, at the beginning of 1825, and had a different name. They named him so in honor of Batal Pasha, the head of a military detachment in Turkey. After some time, or rather in 1934city, the city changed its name to Sulimov. However, three years later, things changed again. Their result was a new name - Yezhovo-Cherkessk. But the story doesn't end there. Two years later, People's Commissar Yezhov was arrested, and this, naturally, led to the decision to remove the first part of the city's name. And so the city of Cherkessk turned out. And that is how we know him today.
But the war is still going on over the name of the capital of the Republic of Karachay-Cherkessia, which flares up between the Circassians and Karachays. This is due to the fact that the latter dream that someday the capital city will be called Karachaevsky.
Climate of the city of Cherkessk
The Karachay-Cherkess capital has a fairly warm climate. For example, in summer the air temperature exceeds 38 degrees with a plus sign. And because of the scorching sun, it is simply impossible for residents to stay outside for a long time, otherwise they can get severe burns or sunstroke, so they often “cool off” near city fountains or in parks. Some even prefer to spend the daytime without leaving home. It is because of this that in the summer there are very few inhabitants on the streets of the city.
In the winter season, the air temperature does not fall below 10 degrees Celsius. And then, the capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic can boast of such "cold" only in the last winter month - February.
But, despite the high temperature, constant piercing winds blow in the city and heavy continuous rains pour,which can go without stopping for several weeks. And because of the wind in winter, it seems that it is terribly cold outside.
Ecology
There are practically no working factories and industrial factories left in the city, and only car exhaust gases and household garbage thrown out by people pollute it. That is why the air here is clean, which has a positive effect on the life expectancy of citizens.
Residents of the city of Cherkessk
To date, according to statistics, the capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic is the "home" for more than 123 thousand people. And the number of nationalities of the city reaches 80. Most of them are Russians, Ukrainians, Circassians, Karachays, Ossetians and even Greeks. At the same time, almost 40% of all citizens living in Cherkessk follow the laws of Islam. And with each new day, there are more and more Muslims, including Russians accepting the Islamic religion. As for the temperament and morality of the inhabitants of the Caucasian city, they are categorical and tough, oppose debauchery and do not accept open things on women.
Government of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic
The main legislative body is the parliament. In this republic, it has its own name - the People's Assembly. The term of office is 4 years; elections for deputies (of which there are 73 people) are carried out by general voting.
The head of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic is appointed byrepresentation of the President of the Russian Federation by the parliament itself.
The executive branch is represented by the government. The chairman of this assembly is appointed directly by the head of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic himself. And at the same time, the consent of the People's Assembly is necessary.
Scenic sights of the city of Cherkessk
The capital of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic is incredibly beautiful because of its nature, it seems to be drowning in the emerald green of the trees. And multi-storey buildings alternate with private sectors and small houses on one or two floors. The streets here are clean and well-groomed, you can often find various monuments, galleries, museums. And also in the city there are a large number of various cozy cafes and restaurants.
But one of the most picturesque places in the capital, at the same time it is an important cultural object on the territory of such an association as the Karachay-Cherkess Republic (Russia), is considered the "Green Island" - a park of recreation and culture. The huge area of the wonderful park is 89 hectares - the largest area in the southern part of Russia. More recently, namely in 2013, a reconstruction was carried out here, and the Green Island received a second life. Now the park offers its visitors picturesque fountains and ponds of various sizes, pretty alleys, a well-groomed embankment, comfortable benches, flower beds and vases with gorgeous flowers. And in the very center of a large pond there is a small cozy cafe. Also in the park there are attractions and a rental point for water bicycles. In addition, on the Greenisland” there is an amphitheater for 1060 seats, where they built a modern hall for concerts.
A wonderful alley "Lukomorye" was erected for children in the park, which is located right at the entrance on the right side, it will be interesting for children of any age. For young visitors, a small children's cafe, funny gazebos, a children's playground, benches decorated with animals, cartoon characters and fairy tales were built here.
Besides the park in the city, you can take a walk to the city hall, next to which in 2009 a stunning dancing fountain with light and music was erected. In the evening, there are spectacular shows performed by the fountain. Many jets of water "dance" to a variety of music, while the building is illuminated and shimmers with a variety of colors. Crowds of tourists and local citizens usually gather for such an enchanting show.
Architecture lovers can visit various mosques and cathedrals in the city. You can walk to the Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, which is the oldest temple in the capital, it was built at the beginning of 1969. The next no less majestic building was built only at the end of 2013. This is the Cathedral Mosque. It is located in the Jubilee district.
