Nile Desert is one of the resort areas of the Republic of Buryatia. It is located in the spur of the Eastern Sayan Mountains in a valley formed by the Ekhe-Ugun River, about 300 km from Irkutsk. This area is very popular among tourists due to the clean air saturated with the aromas of pine forests, beautiful nature (mountain gorges with rocky slopes) and healing mineral springs. More than 10 sanatoriums have been built in this zone, offering their customers comfortable rooms and effective treatment.
History of the Nile Desert
The Russians became aware of this place in the 19th century. Irkutsk Governor V.S. Rupert, learning about the presence of sources in this beautiful territory, ordered to check the composition of the water in them. As a result of the tests, it turned out that the liquid is healing. The composition of the water sources in this area include such beneficial substances as sodium and calcium sulfates . Be sure to visit the resort area called Nilova Desert. The resort chosen by you will not disappoint. All establishments built on this territory are quite popular. It treats skin diseases, various inflammations, and deals with the problems of the musculoskeletal system.
The Nilov Desert was named so in honor of the Archbishop of Irkutsk, Nil Stolbensky, who was so impressed with the beauty of the area that he decided to organize a missionary male monastery here.
Buddhist datsan
A few kilometers from the resort on the Hill-Ula mountain is a very interesting attraction - a Buddhist datsan. There is even a legend about this place, according to which the spirit of the Sayan Mountains Noyon once descended on a mountain. The local population believes that the sand from the Hill-Ula is able to bring good luck and increase male power.
Sanatorium "Energetik"
Those who prefer a comfortable treatment in nature should visit such a wonderful place as Nilova Pustyn. Sanatorium “Energetik” (positive reviews of it) offers its customers modern single-quadruple rooms in three buildings equipped with everything necessary. The complex is located in Tunkinsky National Park on the banks of the Yhe-Ukhgun River in an unusually picturesque gorge.
Treatment and nutrition in the sanatorium "Energetik"
The water from the springs in the area of the Energetik sanatorium contains silicic acid and radon. It heats up to 42 degrees Celsius. Mineral water in this area can help in curing skin diseases, various kinds of inflammation, as well as diseases of the nervous system and musculoskeletal system.
Those who just want to improve their health should definitely visit such a place as Nilova Deserts. Sanatorium "Energetik" can offer its guests the following:
1. Radon baths.
2. The usual course and hydromassage.
3. Acupuncture.
4. Phytotherapy.
5. Different kinds of physiotherapy.
6. Laser therapy.
7. Hood spine and much more.
In the pension / complex there are sports and gymnasiums. The minimum stay at the Energetik sanatorium is two days. But it is worth considering that medical services are provided to customers who have bought a ticket for a period of 15 days. Three meals a day in the sanatorium. If desired, you can purchase a ticket with or without treatment.
Entertainment program and excursions
In addition to thermal springs, those who want to improve their health will surely be interested in the healing mud of the Shumak Valley.
This is not only a beautiful, but also a very interesting resort area - Nilova Pustyn. The Energetik sanatorium also offers an excursion to the picturesque waterfalls of the village of Arashan, to Zhemchug, where there is a hydrogen sulfide source, to Monti (to the solar observatory), to Khaytagol (an ethnographic museum is open there), to a Buddhist datsan.
In the pension / complex there is bar and billiard room. In the evenings, discos are organized here and various entertaining events are held.
Sanatorium "Metalist"
"Energetik" is not the only popular guesthouse in the Nilova Desert area. The sanatorium “Metalist” (reviews make it possible to judge it as very comfortable and modern) offers accommodation in several buildings. Guests are accommodated in comfortable double or triple rooms. There are both standard rooms and luxury apartments.
Treatment in the sanatorium "Metalist"
Pension "Metalist" offers its clients such effective treatment options:
1. Radon baths.
2. Massage and hydromassage.
3. Irrigation of the eyes, gums with healing water, gynecological irrigation.
4. Laser therapy.
5. Hood spine.
6. Herbal medicine and much more.
Food and entertainment at the sanatorium "Metalist"
Five meals a day are organized. There is a point at the boarding house where you can rent sports equipment. In particular, outdoor enthusiasts can use the bicycles available at the sanatorium to take walks in the surroundings.
Nilova Desert: sanatorium "Filatovsky"
Vacationers live in a comfortable two-story building, built on the banks of the local river. The rooms in this sanatorium are designed for one to three people. There are luxury rooms, superior and standard. The first and second are equipped with shower, toilet and sink. Of course, you will have to pay more for such a room. The floors with standard rooms also have a shower and toilet (four rooms). Those who do not have enough funds for special amenities should order an economy room. It is designed for four people. By the way, it is from these rooms in the boarding house that the most beautiful view opens.
Disease treatment
As you can see, you can have a good rest in this institution, which is in the town of Nilova Pustyn. The sanatorium will help its visitors eliminate the following problems:
1. Ailments of the musculoskeletal system (osteomyelitis, osteochondrosis, arthrosis, arthritis, rheumatism, etc.).
2. Cardiovascular diseases (hypertension, coronary heart disease, venous insufficiency, atherosclerosis, etc.).
3. Gynecological diseases (endometritis, fibromyoma, erosion, etc.).
4. Disorders of the nervous system (neurosis, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, neurasthenia, consequences of head injuries, etc.).
5. Skin ailments (eczema, diathesis, pruritus, urticaria, etc.).
6. Diseases of the endocrine system (diabetes, goiter, gout, etc.).
7. Occupational ailments (skin, asthma, vibration disease, and others).
Effective treatment is complemented by a very well-organized three meals a day in the dining room, located on the territory of the boarding house.
Sanatorium "Shumak"
You still have not decided which pension you should visit in the town of Nilova Pustyn? Sanatorium "Shumak", reviews of which are also positive, offers tourists 1-3-bed rooms. If desired, you can rent a suite or junior suite. The sanatorium is located on the banks of the Ekhe-Ugun river in the immediate vicinity of the balneological hospital.
Therapy
In the sanatorium, such treatment procedures are carried out:
1. Common baths.
2. Mineral showers and irrigation.
3. Acupuncture.
4. Phytotherapy.
5. Physiotherapy.
6. Massage and hydromassage.
If you wish, you can work out in the gym or gym.
About 60 km from the village there is a high-mountain Shumak valley with its healing thermal mud. In addition, there are more than a hundred healing springs. If you wish, you can go on horseback to the Shumak valley (horseback trips are organized).
Reviews about Nile Desert guest houses
Travelers are actively discussing a place like Nilova Desert. The sanatorium (reviews make it possible to judge it as the most popular), Energetik, as well as Metallist, Shumak, Filatovsky, is one of the most interesting places for treatment and rest in Buryatia. The staff in all institutions is friendly, and the doctors are qualified. Mineral waters and mud help against many diseases. Of the shortcomings, a slightly annoying fundraising to help local monasteries is noted.
Tour Prices
Information about the cost of food and accommodation (in rubles per day):
room | "Metalist" | Energetik | Filatovsky | Shumak |
Single | | 1985 | 1000 | |
Double | 900 | 1650 | 800 | |
3 seater | 900 | 1330 | | |
4 seater | | | | |
Suite | | | 1500 | 1500 |
Junior Suite | 1400 | | 1200 | 1200 |
Improved | 1250 (double) 1400 (single) | 2300 | | |
We hope that our small and far from complete review will be useful to someone. Many tourists believe that one of the places where the presence of divine power is felt is precisely the Nilova Deserts. The sanatorium (photos are presented in the article) “Metalist”, boarding houses “Energetik”, “Filatovsky” and “Shumak” are not the only health institutions operating here. You can also visit the rest houses "Radon", "Cheremkhovsky", "Miner", "Coursework" and others.