Jeyrakh
Jeyrakh

Welcome to the official community of Jeyrakh district of the Republic of Ingushetia. Located in the southern mountainous part of Ingushetia, the Jeyrakh district occupies the central part of the Caucasus Mountains. This is the birthplace of the Ingush people, the place from which they settled throughout the modern republic. The area is full of architectural monuments, tower complexes and sanctuaries. The largest of them are the Erzi tower complex, the ancient Christian temple of Thaba-Yerdy, etc. Being one of the most ecologically clean places on the planet, the Jeyrakh district is known for its reserves created to preserve the unique mountain ecosystem. The Jeyrakh-Assin Museum-Reserve includes more than 1000 monuments of nature, history and culture. In the protected areas of the area lives many species of animals, plants and birds. The highest peaks of Ingushetia, such as Mount Shan (4500 m) and Mount Stolovaya Met-Lam (2993 m), are located in this area. This area is called the “second Switzerland” for its picturesque mountain landscapes. It attracts tourists and athletes. Jeyrakh district is rich not only with impressive monuments of history and nature. There are health centers aimed at the treatment of the respiratory system, cardiovascular and nervous system. The climate of the area is very favorable for improving the condition of the body and rehabilitation after diseases.

The Thaba-Yerdy Church has been shortlisted for the 8th Golden Trezzini International Competition.

The oldest Christian church in Russia, Thaba-Yerdy, located in mountainous Ingushetia, has become a finalist in the 8th Golden Trezzini International Competition.

This is recognition of the unique historical and cultural value of the monument and the high quality of the restoration work carried out.

The Golden Trezzini Award is given for outstanding contributions to architecture as an art form. The winners' works are added to the collections of the State Museum of the History of St. Petersburg and exhibited at the annual exhibition “Architecture as Art” in the Peter and Paul Fortress.

The results of the competition and the names of the winners will be announced on November 21.

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