The North Caucasus is one of the most beautiful and mysterious corners of the planet Earth. Fortunately, this mountainous region is not so far away, so anyone can go to his study. The Tsejskoe gorge attracts tourists with breathtaking picturesqueness, pure mountain air and, of course, an inexpressible atmosphere.

Severo-Osetian mountain region "Tseyskoe Gorge" (Tsei) is located on the northern slopes of the Caucasian ridge. The gorge is located at an altitude of 1300 meters and stretches for 23 kilometers from east to west. This majestic natural structure is formed by the Calpe and Tsei Ridges. Here are the Skazsky and Tsey glaciers

How to get there

If you decide to go to Tsey, the trip will start in Pyatigorsk and will pass through Nalchik, Ardon and Alagir. After the city of Alagir it will be necessary to go to the Andonov Gorge, where the military Ossetian road passes, which will lead to Tsey.

Which is curious, the mountain road to the Tseissky gorge, bridges and tunnels are in excellent condition. In addition, you can reach the place from the village of Buron, which is 20 km from Alagir along the Transcaucasian highway. From Vladikavkaz Tsey is at a distance of 90 kilometers

Recreation bases

There are several comfortable hotels, ski centers with cable cars and recreation areas in the Cey gorge, so that everyone who wants to get acquainted with the local ski slopes or peaks will be where to stay.

For example, you can stay at the "Tsey" rest house (320 seats), which is very picturesquely located in a coniferous forest. Alpinist camps, hotel Gorianka, and the hostel "Ossetia" and, finally, many private hotels are waiting for their guests

Sanctuary Rekom

The first thing to visit in Tsee is the sanctuary Rekom. The river consists of female, male sanctuaries and other objects. This place for the years of its existence has acquired a truly sacred significance for local residents and the status of a cult object for tourists. It was here that the unique relic was preserved - the armor of the Tsar of the Golden Horde times, Os-Bagatara. From the glades of the sanctuary of the River, the majestic Skazsky Glacier is perfectly visible

Mountain skiing

In addition, Tsey is one of the ski and mountaineering centers of the North Caucasus. The ski season starts from December and ends in April. The difference in altitude is 920 meters (from 1950 to 2870 m above sea level). Approximate height of snow in the middle of the season is about 2 m. Trails: black - 2; red - 3; blue - 2. Services: restaurant, bar, cafe, swimming pool, sauna, tennis court, mountain ski and mountaineering instructors, equipment rental, etc.

Here there was a place for climbing routes for beginners and seasoned conquerors of peaks. By the way, the base of the Ministry of Emergency Situations is near, so in case of an avalanche or other emergency situation, the help will arrive very quickly.

Tseyskoe gorge, panorama

Tseyskoe gorge

Tsejskoe gorge in winter

Zeya Gorge's livelihood

Snow-covered mountains, Tsejskoe gorge