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 national travel portal has opened a new tourist route in Ingushetia “In the Land of Towers and Legends”.

The journey will start from the capital of the Republic - the city of Magas. The route will include significant historical points: the Vovnushki castle complex, which became a finalist in the “Seven Wonders of Russia” contest, the Targim Basin with the tower ensembles of Egikal, Khamkhi and Targim, Tkhaba-Yerdy - one of the oldest Christian churches in Russia, as well as the Tsei-Loam pass, which offers views of Mount Kazbek and the Jeyrakh Canyon. The trip will be finished with a rest at the all-season resort “Armkhi”.

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