On the territory of Bashkiria is a beautiful lake Yakty-Kul. In the Southern Urals, it is the most popular holiday destination. The infrastructure is well developed on its coast. Tourists from all over Russia come to these parts from year to year. There are a lot of opportunities for relaxation: crystal clear water, picturesque surroundings, amazing nature, rich flora and fauna. Lake Yakty-Kul (Bannoe) is considered the deepest in Bashkortostan. In 1965, he was given the status of a natural monument.
Hydronym
This lake has two names. In Bashkir language it sounds like Yakty-Kul (considered historical), and in Russian - Bannoye (used in everyday life). One legend has been associated with the latter since the time of Emelyan Pugachev. It says that in 1774 there was a military station. Before the next battle, Pugachev ordered his soldiers to thoroughly wash themselves in a pond, in those days it was called "bowing." It is from this that the name Bath Lake came. This fact is not officially confirmed.
Brief description of Yakty-Kul
Lake Bannoe is located on the border of Bashkiria and the Chelyabinsk region. The closest settlement is the village of Askarovo. It is removed 25 km from the reservoir. The lake is considered to be tectonic in origin. It is located near three hills: the city of Kutukai (north-eastern side), the city of Karanyalyk (south-west) and the spurs of the Yamanka ridge (western part).
The area of the reservoir is more than 7.5 km 2 . Its length exceeds 4 km. The width is half smaller: average - about 2 km. Given that this pond is mountainous, it has rather large depths. The average varies within 10 m, but the maximum reaches almost 30 m.
Lake Yakty-Kul is fresh, fed by mountain streams. The water in it is quite cool. The coast is surrounded by cliffs, in some places the banks are steep and steep. The pond is located at an altitude of almost 440 meters above sea level. One river flowing from it, which is a tributary of the Urals, is Yangelka.
Fishing
Yakty-Kul - a lake that is popular among fishermen. A large number of fish are found here: bream, roach, pike, perch and others. Mostly individuals are large. For example, peled reaches a length of 50 cm. The weight of such specimens exceeds 2 kg. Great bite.
All fishermen claim that in a few hours you can catch more than 10 kg of fish. As bait, you can use worms, barley, semolina and more. The most suitable time for fishing is the morning hours, usually from 4:00 to 10:00. Back in the 30s of the XIX century, the lake was stocked with whitefish, stickleback and peled. All fishermen who visited Yakty-Kul note a large number of fish. This is what is an indicator of excellent ecology in this region.
Sanatorium
On the territory of pine and deciduous forests, surrounded by beautiful mountains, the Yakty-Kul sanatorium is located. This region is a climatic and mud treatment resort. The sanatorium offers the treatment of gynecological, renal and urological diseases, as well as problems of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, respiratory and digestive organs. In the summer, you can go for walks in the forest and on Lake Yakty-Kul.
Vacationers are accommodated in two buildings: three-story (34 rooms) and five-story (102 rooms). They are equipped with a warm passage to the leisure center and dining room. The second has an elevator. Each of them has single, double, triple and quadruple rooms. They have a bathroom, a set of dishes and towels, a refrigerator.
The cost of staying in economy rooms on average will cost 2500 rubles. for one day. For pensioners discounts apply. Children under 5 stay free. The standard category is somewhat more expensive. Here, rooms on average cost about 3000-3500 rubles.
The minimum trip period is 2 days, the optimal stay is 14-21 days. It is possible to eat on a buffet basis. If you do not have a medical card with you, then for the examination you will have to pay no more than 500 rubles.
Ski resort "Bannoe"
The area surrounding Lake Yakty-Kul (Bashkiria) is ideal for lovers of skiing. You can come here at any time of the year. In the summer season, of course, almost everyone relaxes on the beaches, but in winter they enjoy skiing. Here is a popular resort. More than 200 thousand fans of extreme sports visit these places annually. The Bannoye resort is a complex that includes holiday homes, motels, and children's camps.
In this region, the climate is very mild. Here you can enjoy the unique virgin nature. The purest mountain air contributes not only to the restoration of strength, but also to healing. Trails at the resort are ideal for both beginners and professional skiers.