Unique Inzerskaya Zubchatka is a place worthy of the attention of every traveler who is not indifferent to the beauty of mountain ranges. In Bashkortostan, not far from the village of Tyrlyansky, there is this natural battlement, an impregnable ridge that every climber wants to conquer. This place is special, of which there are many on our planet. This wall is a facet of good and evil, according to legend, the battlements are located just between Mount Imerel, which is a symbol of light, and Mount Yamantau, or dark. The equilibrium line runs just along the ridge, so the Inzerskaya Zubchatka is not just a mountain, but also a place of knowledge of good and evil.
Only mountains can be better than mountains
Hiking trails in these places are paths for incorrigible romantics who cannot sit at home in a comfortable armchair. Although today there are more and more people who prefer outdoor activities. Inzerskaya Zubchatka is the ultimate goal of our journey, and to get to this magical place, you must start from the village of Tyrlyansky. Translated from German means "country of animals", indeed, in the surrounding forests there are a lot of animals: squirrels, hares, bears and foxes. But they are more afraid of people than we are of them, so there is practically no opportunity to meet with them. Which is probably even better for both sides. Inzerskaya Zubchatka is a place of amazing beauty, and legends have been preserved that earlier these places were accessible only to priests and monks who held their sacred rites here. This is not at all surprising given the atmosphere prevailing here. The most ossified atheist in these places will not only understand, but also feel with his whole being that there is a higher power in the world, and it does not matter what people call it.
Where did the name of the mountain range come from
Hiking to the Inzerskie Zubchatka is an exciting adventure that everyone can do, regardless of whether you have extensive experience of such sorties into the primitive nature. The mountains got their official name because of the Inzer River, the real name, first and oldest, is already unknown. He was carefully hidden by the monks, since they firmly believed that only in this way would they be able to protect this place from evil spirits. This is a unique mountain formation, its shape is almost the right circle with a radius of 300 meters. Around the circumference are rocky ledges, very similar to teeth, whose height is about 60 meters. An enchanted kingdom where centuries-old pine trees grow and the wind walks. Words are not needed here, you just need to visit these places.
Planning your trip
Let's pause our story about Inzerskie Zubchatki a little. How to get to the place of knowledge of good and evil, we will tell you right now. The starting point is the city of Ufa. From here you buy tickets and follow to the regional center, the city of Beloretsk. Getting here is easy, and you can choose the most convenient transport. It can be a train or a regular bus. It remains to transfer to a suburban bus and get to the village of Tirlyan. Next you will find a stunning hiking trip. It should be noted that the Ufa-Beloretsk highway is a separate story. Gorgeous nature, stunning views, constant descents and ascents, and at the same time quite a busy traffic.
Where to stay
The last contact with civilization awaits you in the village of Tirlyan. Further wild territory where no human foot has stepped. First of all, this contributes to the fact that the ridge is considered inaccessible and little known. Its fabulous beauty attracts travelers, but not everyone is able to leave comfortable hotels and come here, where every step must be carefully calculated so as not to step on the viper. However, be sure to go on a trip if you like a vacation away from civilization. The impressions are truly fabulous, not a single five-star hotel will give you such vivid memories as dinner by the fire and a night in tents. No recreation facilities are provided here, however there are special places for setting up tents and making campfires. If such a holiday does not suit you, then you can stay in the village of Tirlyan, there are cozy tourist houses here. From here it is already possible to take excursions through the forest or even to the mountain range itself. The road to Inzerskie Zubchatka is amazingly beautiful, no matter which route you choose, the nature here is so magnificent that it is impossible to talk about it, not a single photo will give you such an impression. You just need to survive it. The mountains are smoothly replaced by a green, noisy sea of pine trees, and all this is buried in a bright, heavenly blue, and the landscapes change so often that you do not have time to recover from admiration. They return from such a journey by others, such experiences cannot but leave a mark in your soul, therefore, at least once in your life, we recommend that you get out and visit Zubchatki.
Places of power: they need to know
Ridge of Inzerskie Zubchatki is an amazing mountain range, which is located far from civilization. It doesn’t catch cellular communications, there are no hotels and hotels, there is no transport and tourist infrastructure. The length of this ridge is 10 km, that is, it is a very large object that attracts the attention of many travelers. The width of the ridge is about 3 km, and the height is 1160 meters. For real climbers, this mountain range is not of great interest, but for ordinary tourists it may be the first experience of climbing. If you have already seen unusual photos on Inzerskie Zubchatki, then you probably plan to go this route and replenish your album.
Landscape
It is for the sake of amazing views that many tourists gather here. Much less often they go this route for the sake of sports interest. Here you can see the landscape with high zonation. These are spruce-fir forests and light forests, alpine meadows and mountain tundra. The slopes and peaks themselves are impassable, they are covered with dense, mixed forest, from the depths of which peaked cliffs and steep walls rise up. Nothing can compare with them in beauty and inaccessibility. This is the birthplace of peace and unearthly peace. It is especially good here in the early autumn, on a quiet, calm day. You are left alone with stone giants in an enchanted castle.
For real romantics
The harsh and at the same time fabulously beautiful nature of these places attracts the attention of tourists all year round. These mountains are one of the oldest on earth. How many legends and legends are associated with stone spiers, which like the teeth of a huge castle guard the peace of these places. Since ancient times, hermits have settled here, tourists still find old cells. In addition, you can try your luck and find real rhinestone. There are a number of deposits of this beautiful stone.
Ancient castle at equilibrium
Inzerskie Zubchatka (Bashkiria) are arranged in a circle, they resemble the walls of an ancient castle. Their height is about 35 meters. The most amazing thing is that this castle even has a central entrance - it is a stone talus in the shape of an arch. Despite the proud and majestic appearance of the ancient ridge, almost everywhere you can climb without special equipment. But from the tops of the teeth, a stunning view of the entire ridge opens, as well as the neighboring peaks. The nearest ridge is Kumardak. A particularly beautiful place in the southern part of the ridge, here it bifurcates and forms a pile of stones, this place is called chaos. The second favorite place for tourists is the central part of the ridge, its highest point, which is called the Lighthouse. From the south there are faithful guards who vigilantly guard the peace of the castle: this is a group of rocks, which are called so - Three Heroes.
The best time of the year to travel
In spring and autumn, summer and winter, Inzerskie Zubchatka are very beautiful in their own way. Photos taken here even on the best camera will not convey the bewitching smell of the forest, unearthly peace and tranquility, an incomparable atmosphere. Therefore, it is better to go on a trip once yourself than to watch other people's photos many times in a row. However, it should be noted that in the spring the flood may not allow you to reach the destination of your trip, so it is better to postpone the trip to a later time. Judging by the reviews of tourists, the best time to visit this place is the end of June or the beginning of September.
Animal and plant world
There is no place for civilization, this place is sheltered from all the achievements of mankind. Time has stopped here, centuries have passed by, and at the border of good and evil there is an indestructible equilibrium point, the Inzerskaya Zubchatka ridge. The plant world is so diverse that it is difficult to imagine a place as beautiful. The slopes of the mountains were covered with centuries-old firs, larches and birches. In addition, it is the birthplace of stunning fluffy firs, pines and aspens. All this magnificence is presented here in such quantity that the air itself is filled with a miraculous aroma. Wild animals live here in complete isolation. There are a lot of them here, so be prepared for the fact that you can meet cubs or wild boars in the clearing. Lurking on top of a tooth with binoculars in hand, you can observe the life of wolves and lynxes, foxes and various birds. Be sure to stock up on comfortable and durable shoes, because there are many snakes, among which there are poisonous ones. Of course, like wild animals, any snake will try to get away, barely hear your steps, but caution will not hurt.
To summarize
Bashkortostan is the birthplace of magnificent forests and rivers, ancient mountain formations of stunning beauty. If you want to plunge into the enchanting world of pristine nature, then this place is created for you. Nowhere else will you get such an amazing experience. However, you need to prepare for the trip in advance. Plan a route, pack a comfortable backpack, warm clothes and shoes. Traveling along forest and mountain trails is extremely attractive, but you need to be prepared for any situation.