The picturesque village of Bolshoy Goloustnoye is a favorite place for captains of yachts and ships located on the west coast of about. Baikal is about 100 km from Irkutsk. They like this calm "farm", primarily because of the lack of storms. The village was formed in the XVII century, when a pier was founded for ships supplying various products.
Today, this pretty town has expanded and expanded. The tourism industry is actively developing, recreation centers, guest houses, entertainment and shopping centers are being built. Unlike Listvyanka, this village has an atmosphere of tranquility and unearthly tranquility. That is why many tourists come here. The territory attracts pristine beauty and interesting sights.
Locals say that once having visited the village of Bolshoye Goloustnoye and seen unusual landscapes and the valley of the Goloustnaya River, you will undoubtedly return here again. Fascinating silence, wildlife, rich vegetation, clean air and a small population attract tourists from different countries.
What to see?
The main and truly unique object of the Bolshoi Goloustnoye area is St. Nicholas Church. The history of its development is quite tragic. The construction of the chapel began in 1701, a little later a cross was erected near it. In the XVIII century the church of St. Nicholas was founded. In 1937, it was closed at the direction of local authorities. Club opened in the church premises
In 1988, the reconstruction of God's house began. But in 1998, the still unfinished church was subjected to fire. Later it was restored again, and it burned down. Here is such a sad fate at St. Nicholas Church. But according to God's command, it was completely reconstructed, and today it is the largest church with miraculous icons. People come here from all around, people are baptized and crowned here, and they also pray for health.
Dry lake
In the village of Bolshoi Goloustnoye (Irkutsk) there is a unique geological monument, which either dries up or is again filled with water. The filling of the lake is observed once every four years. The natural structure fascinates with its beauty, green shrubs and trees grow around the lake.
Ushanka paddy
This is probably the brightest and most unusual place in the Irkutsk region. Rare species of animals live here and there are plants that are more than 400 years old. These include cedar trees. On the territory of the Pribaikalsky ridge, you can still find endemic plants preserved from the time of the ice age.
Where to stay?
Literally in a couple of years, the village of Bolshoi Goloustnoye was significantly ennobled. Chalets and guest houses offer comfortable conditions for a measured pastime. Hotel “U Mikhalycha”, built a few meters from Lake Baikal, is suitable for an inexpensive budget vacation. It should be noted that the complex was built one of the first.
For accommodation are offered double wooden houses with partial amenities. The hotel organizes sightseeing tours, weddings, fishing, winter activities and horseback riding. Good options for year-round recreation are the Baikal Horseshoe Camp and the Nerpenok Center, which accepts children and adults.
Camping "Russian Compound" is very popular. It attracts tourists with calm, a real Russian bathhouse and excellent barbecue. Here you can protect yourself from everyday worries and just enjoy the landscapes of pristine nature.
Whatever hotel or camp site you choose, everywhere you will be greeted with friendliness, hospitality and openness. Prices and quality of service will also please. There will be no time to be bored in the village - you will be busy with hiking, sightseeing routes, horse riding and biking. Welcome to a little fairy tale called Big Goloustnoe!