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.

Restoration of the Garak tower complex has been completed in the village of Lyazhgi in the Dzheyrakh district.

The opening ceremony following extensive reconstruction was attended by the Governor of the region, Makhmud-Ali Kalimatov; State Duma Deputy Muslim Tatriyev; Mikail Tumgoev, a representative of the SAFMAR charitable foundation in Ingushetia; elders of the Garakh clan; representatives of the teip; and residents of Lyazhgi.

Nine cultural heritage sites have been restored at the complex: a battle tower, five residential towers, and three crypts.

During the tour, restorers discussed the history of the complex, the architectural features of the towers, their defensive purpose, and the lives of the people who lived here many centuries ago. Makhmud-Ali Kalimatov spoke with elders of the Garakh clan and residents, discussing the significance of restoring the monuments and the need for their continued preservation.

"Our towers provided people with shelter and protection, allowed them to defend themselves and control the approaches to villages. They reflect the way of life, character, and history of our ancestors. Today, when you come here, you see how closely the history of these places is linked to specific families and clans. People know who lived here and remember their ancestors. It's a living connection between generations," said the Head of Ingushetia.

The Head of the Republic also expressed gratitude to Mikhail Gutseriev for his initiative and support of the large-scale restoration program. Thanks to funding from the Renaissance Foundation and the SAFMAR Group, the restoration covers dozens of historical settlements and hundreds of cultural heritage sites.

As a reminder, the tower heritage restoration program has been ongoing since 2023 and covers approximately 500 tower complexes. Local stone is quarried in the republic, and the "Heritage" school of masons trains specialists in traditional techniques. Previously, the Keli, Tumgi, Furtoug and Galushpi complexes were restored.

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