One of the most gifted places in Russia is the Krasnodar Territory. Rivers, lakes, mountains, fertile lands, natural resources and two whole seas - all these riches are concentrated in the Kuban. Such abundance brings the region to the forefront in economic development due to the density of population and the level of industrial production, services, and the development of recreational areas.
Water natural resources of Kuban
Water riches with which the Krasnodar Territory is fully endowed (rivers and other water bodies) are represented by the Black and Azov Seas, lakes, among which there are those formed as a result of flooding of the seas, and rivers. It is they who flood the seas, originating in high mountains, gathering from small streams, nourish the lands, saturating them with life-giving moisture and life. The rivers have the greatest fullness precisely during the period of snowmelt and heavy rains. Then they gain strength, turning into violent seethingtorrents ready to demolish everything in their path. In summer the rivers are mostly shallow. But during heavy rains, the entire Krasnodar Territory falls into the flood risk zone. Rivers burst their banks and threaten to attack settlements and agricultural land.
Kuban is a turbulent stream
The main water source of the region is the Kuban River. The Krasnodar Territory is rich in rivers. Their total number is 13 thousand. However, it is the Kuban that is the water artery, which has a length of 870 km. Most of it passes through the territory of the Krasnodar Territory (700 km). That is why the Kuban is the longest river in the Krasnodar Territory. It originates from the slope of the distant Elbrus, feeding on the melt waters of glaciers. Due to its length, the river changes direction, width and fullness many times. Its current in the immediate vicinity of the mountains intensifies, and in places that are more open and gentle, the waters are calm and clear. This is especially noticeable in the autumn-winter period, when the summer rains have receded and the current calms down.
Gift to Her Majesty Catherine
According to the popular version, Suvorov gave the Empress a river, signing the gift "Her Majesty". That is how the second longest river, the Yeya, got its name. The Krasnodar Territory is highly dependent on it. The river stretches along the Kuban for a length of more than 300 km. Her waters are calm. The shallow water and the steppe landscape around created excellent conditions for the local flora and fauna. In the reed thickets on the banks there are many birds, both permanently living in this area andthose who find temporary shelter here. The waters from the river irrigate agricultural land, in addition, there are many fish in it. However, such massive industrial activity has a detrimental effect on the river. She has become very small.
Rebellious Shaguashe
Shkhaguashe - this was the name of the Belaya River in ancient times. The Krasnodar Territory has a very rich history and culture. More than one corner of the Kuban is famous for all sorts of legends. The name of the Belaya River has many interpretations, but the most popular one is associated with the beautiful princess Bella, whom the local prince brought by force to a foreign land. Unable to withstand the violence, she stabbed him with a sharp dagger, for which the faithful servants decided to punish Bella. Trying to escape from the chase, she jumped into the very abyss of the river, which they began to call in her honor. Over time, Bella's name was replaced by the more pleasant Belaya.
We alth and beauty of water
The Belaya River embodied all the diversity of the Kuban. The Krasnodar Territory is famous for its resorts, offering vacationers all kinds of recreation. Active sports bordering on extreme, leisurely fishing, excellent sightseeing tours - all this can be arranged thanks to this river. Belaya is a tributary of the Kuban, has a length of almost 300 km. It begins in the very mountains and grows, gaining strength, turning into a stormy full-flowing stream, which is fed by melt water and rain. Penetrating the mountain range, it creates steep canyons, level drops give tourists beautiful views of numerous waterfalls. Besides,Belaya also flows through the wooded area. It is on such shores that places for vacationers are located, these are stationary full-fledged bases, and equipped sites for tents. Thus, the Belaya River (Krasnodar Territory) is an excellent recreational area.
Pshekha River
Pshekha is the largest tributary of the Belaya River, its length is more than 160 km, but its width is quite small (48 m on average). The river originates in an amazing and unique place. This is the Pshekhsky waterfall, one of the most stunning places in the Krasnodar Territory. This waterfall has a height of more than 160 meters in one cascade, which has no analogues anywhere else in Russia and Europe. It is from its streams that the fast, swift Pshekha River originates. It is a great place for kayaking and fishing. Clear water, transparent as a tear, allows you to see all the unbridled beauty of a mountain river. Another interesting fact about Pshekha is that not so long ago, paleontologists carried out excavations on its shores and discovered amazing casts of ancient plants and shells of prehistoric mollusks.
Fishing Paradise
In addition to the mountain rivers, the Krasnodar Territory has steppe rivers. The Kirpili River belongs to such unhurried, unhurried ones. Its length is 202 km, and it diverges over overgrown reeds, marshy places, occasionally turning into floodplains artificially created by man through dams and dams. These places are perfect for breeding and catching fish. Kirpili is distinguished by a low water level, itsthe maximum values occur only in the spring. Therefore, in the dry months, the water drops sharply, the situation is aggravated by the plowing of land near the coast, and improper economic activity.
Edge of waterfalls
The mountain rivers of the Krasnodar Territory are a unique phenomenon that presents people with amazing natural gifts. Among them are amazing waterfalls, of which there are more than two hundred, and even local indigenous people cannot accurately name all the natural beauties of these places. Among the most popular tourist routes are the Big Adegoy waterfall, Tesheb waterfalls, Big Kaverzinsky waterfall, Pshad waterfalls and many, many others. Each of them is worthy of attention. They have the most attractive appearance precisely during the period of melting of the mountain peaks, when the rivers are full, the current is as strong as possible. Such a spectacle will not leave anyone indifferent!
Rafting
Krasnodar Territory (the rivers it is rich in are described in the article) is a unique place that attracts lovers of water extreme sports from all over the country and neighboring countries. And although such a sport as rafting became known to a wide range of people relatively recently, the mountain rivers of Adygea saw their first descents back in the 60s of the last century. Inspired by enthusiasts and amateurs, rafting is so popular nowadays that it annually gathers thousands of spectators and participants for the White Interrally rafting competition. Besides,that such leisure is available to professionals, there are organized tourist routes in the region that will help even a beginner to cope with kayaks, kayaks and catamarans.
