Nazran: description, photo

Despite the fact that the city of Nazran is not the capital of Ingushetia, it is the largest center in the republic. There live more than 100 thousand people. Previously, until 2000, it was in this city was the capital of the republic. Then it was moved to a specially built for this settlement called Magas. It is located four kilometers from the former capital of Ingushetia.

Climate

The climate of the city does not differ too much severity, but it can not be called soft either. In Nazran, a lot of precipitation falls. The general climate can vary from temperate to steppe. There are very few sunny days in this glorious city. They are only about 50 or 60 per year. The rest of the time either rains or the weather is cloudy. Summer is short. The hottest months are July and August. The end of spring and even the beginning of summer are more like early autumn with prolonged drizzling rain and cool weather.

History

The history of Nazran begins in 1781. But the first mention of this city dates back to 1810. It is known that in the middle of the XIX century the city fortress was rebuilt. It is interesting, but the settlement of Nazran remained a village before the Second World War and several years after it. The status of the city was appropriated to him under Soviet power: in October 1967. In the late nineties the territory of Nazran increased. The city began to include several districts. But in 2009 their number was reduced to 4. The city of Nazran is interesting because it opened the first educational institution in Ingushetia. It was the Nazran High School. And at the turn of the 20th century, a regular railway communication was established with the city.

Economy

The economy of the city is mainly based on production. There are several enterprises in Nazran. For example, plants of light alloys and concrete, "Metallotorg". And the latter organization is a branch of the largest enterprise in European Russia, which specializes in metal rolling.

sights

Some streets of Nazran have historically important objects. The city has several major attractions, in addition to many small sculptures and monuments. Immediately at the entrance residents and guests of Nazran meet the stela. On it, in large beautiful letters, the name of the city is written. Under it is the year of its foundation. Just above the inscription is a special sign, symbolizing the fertility and hospitality of the surrounding lands.

In the city is located the so-called Gamurzievo hillfort. It was discovered during excavations. The city of Nazran was born from the construction of the fortress of the same name, but various objects of everyday life made it clear that in those parts people lived for hundreds of years before the construction of the fortress there. Some finds date back to the 3rd century BC. This means that people here lived 700 years before the Nazran fortress was built!

Unique places

On the outskirts of the city there is a very curious enterprise. Namely the factory of fish skin. They make a variety of subjects. Starting from clothes and accessories to paintings and other works of art. And all this is really made from the skin of fish! In fact, the workers of this factory make things out of waste, which usually go to the dump.

Naturally, any visitor should definitely visit the very place where the city originated. Now here are only the ruins of the former fortress. But they still keep the age-old history of the city. In any settlement there should be a museum of local lore. And the city of Nazran is not an exception to this rule. The local museum tells the history of the region and the whole republic. There you can learn about how the territory of the city developed, what happened there and when. An interesting fact is that the museum did not stop working even for a day, even during armed conflicts in Ingushetia.

Main buildings in the city

The population of Nazran likes to show off a tourist attraction, which is considered one of the most important in the whole republic. This is a memorial dedicated to the victims of political repression. It is called the "Nine Towers". In the complex there is also a museum. There you can learn about how the repression has affected the inhabitants of the republic. The complex was opened in the late nineties, namely in 1997. The appearance of the memorial is quite interesting. It represents nine towers, which are intertwined with barbed wire. They symbolize the peoples deported during the repressions.

Another interesting landmark of the city is the mausoleum of Borg-Kash. The uniqueness of the building is expressed in the fact that this is the only Muslim tomb in Russia. Unfortunately, she was often robbed. The last major looting took place in the XIX century, after the local rumor about the last treasure there is located. Now the inhabitants of the city are trying to maintain the tomb in good condition.

The main artery of the settlement is Bazorkina Avenue. It is there that the administration of Nazran is located. Authorized people occupying certain positions regularly pass through the city, performing a check. In addition, actions related to the prevention of terrorist acts are actively carried out.

Let's sum up

This city should be visited compulsorily both for young travelers, and already experienced tourists. After him there will be a lot of amazing emotions and unforgettable impressions. The population of the city is hospitable and always responds well to requests for help. People sensitive and responsible, can help in any situation. There is an opportunity to participate in some marathons, competitions, master classes. Some of them are free. We are glad to see tourists who are interested in this cultural sphere.