Environment 2024, November

Gardens, squares and parks of Kharkiv: description, addresses and reviews

Gardens, squares and parks of Kharkiv: description, addresses and reviews

One of the largest industrialized cities in Ukraine is Kharkiv. It is a beautiful city with a rich history. There are many attractions that are of interest not only to specialists in the field of history and architecture, but also to tourists

History of Krasnodar: getting to know the city

History of Krasnodar: getting to know the city

In the south of our country, on the banks of the Kuban River, the city of Krasnodar is located. The history of the city dates back to the distant 1793. During this time, many changes have taken place, both good and not so good. The status of the city of Krasnodar was assigned only 74 years later, in 1867. Now it is the administrative center of a large region of the same name with a well-developed economy. The administration also invests a lot of effort in the development of such areas as education, culture

Ishutinsk settlement: why tourists love it so much. History of the place, directions

Ishutinsk settlement: why tourists love it so much. History of the place, directions

Let's tell you what is the Ishutinsk settlement, what interesting stories are connected with this place. Let's share what unusual things can be seen nearby. Note to tourists: how to get to the cliff by your car and public transport, where it is better to stay, what you need to do for your safety

Otto Carius: biography, Wehrmacht tanker, books, memoirs, date and cause of death

Otto Carius: biography, Wehrmacht tanker, books, memoirs, date and cause of death

The article will focus on the military legend of the Third Reich - Otto Carius. This World War II ace tanker knocked out a record number of tanks, received five wounds, and was awarded many military distinctions. In our country, his book “Tanks in the Mud” is still popular today - Carius Otto's memoirs about that war, about the fighting vehicles of the Reich and the Soviet Union, about the valor of ordinary soldiers and the bitterness of defeat. War has always been and will be a tragedy for ordinary soldiers and civilians

The origin of the name Yakovlev: education, the famous Yakovlevs

The origin of the name Yakovlev: education, the famous Yakovlevs

One of the most common surnames in Russia is Yakovlev. The origin of the surname in Russia in the majority comes from the baptismal name of the father. Initially, at baptism, the child was given a name that was chosen according to the calendar, the name of the father was attributed to him, so it was possible to distinguish which clan (family) the born baby belonged to

Park "Chistyakovskaya Grove", Krasnodar: description, sights and interesting facts

Park "Chistyakovskaya Grove", Krasnodar: description, sights and interesting facts

The famous park of culture and recreation "Chistyakovskaya Grove" is decorated according to all the canons of old Russia. This picturesque place is located on the Black Sea coast, in the sunny Krasnodar Territory. There is no doubt about the extraordinary popularity of Chistyakovskaya Grove among residents and guests of Krasnodar. This is quite justified, because both the elderly and young people will find something to do in the park. Toddlers will also be interested here. The park owes its name to the head of the city Gavriil Chistyakov

The best areas of Sevastopol

The best areas of Sevastopol

The Hero City of Sevastopol is divided into four districts. It is impossible to say with absolute certainty which of them is the best, since each has its own characteristics. And now I would like to draw attention to those advantages, acquaintance with which will help to make sure that all areas are good in their own way

Zachatievskaya Tower of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin: description, history and interesting facts

Zachatievskaya Tower of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin: description, history and interesting facts

Such a unique building as the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, dating back to the 16th century, has retained the image of a medieval fortress thanks to its blind towers in several tiers and impregnable walls with narrow slots for loopholes. This military engineering ensemble was built to protect the southeastern borders of the Moscow state using the most advanced technologies at that time

Sviyaga - the river of Russia: description, features, photos

Sviyaga - the river of Russia: description, features, photos

Sviyaga is a river in Russia. It flows through the territory of the Republic of Tatarstan and the Ulyanovsk region. The latter contains its source, upper and middle course. Sviyaga is a right tributary of the river. Volga, it flows into the main artery in the territory of Tatarstan. In the lower reaches of the river you can meet many fishermen. But in the city of Ulyanovsk, its waters are very heavily polluted

Moscow: historical places and their description

Moscow: historical places and their description

If you are planning to visit Moscow and don't know where to go, then our article is written for you

Boothia Peninsula (Canada): photo, location, description

Boothia Peninsula (Canada): photo, location, description

Cape Murchison, located on this peninsula, is the northernmost point of the Canadian mainland and, accordingly, North America. This is one of the extreme northern points of the earth. The distance from this place to the North Pole is 64 kilometers

How many meters is the longest car in the world?

How many meters is the longest car in the world?

Unusual cars have always attracted the attention of not only motorists, but also other, inexperienced public. More than once, amazing supercars shocked with their strange design, amazed with their size and delighted with their characteristics

Park "Garden of the Future": history, description, sights

Park "Garden of the Future": history, description, sights

Together with large Moscow parks, squares and gardens, the city also has lesser-known but no less popular recreational areas that attract with their silence, beauty, tranquility and natural atmosphere. One of these places is Leonovsky Park or the Garden of the Future park. What is the history of the park? What are the attractions in it? What's next for the park? Where is Garden of the Future located?

Lotus fields in Astrakhan: description, attractions and interesting facts

Lotus fields in Astrakhan: description, attractions and interesting facts

During the flowering of lotuses, many tourists make a trip to Astrakhan, where in the Volga Delta you can see this amazing miracle of nature with your own eyes. Lotus is one of the most wonderful plants on our planet, growing naturally in Russia right here

Ecology is life

Ecology is life

Ecology is a science that studies the relationship of living organisms with each other and with their environment. The term was first used by E. Haeckel in 1866

Autotrophs and heterotrophs: characteristics, similarities and differences

Autotrophs and heterotrophs: characteristics, similarities and differences

A huge variety of living beings live on Earth. For the convenience of their study, researchers classify all organisms according to various characteristics. According to the type of nutrition, all living things are divided into two large groups - autotrophs and heterotrophs

The Great Chinese Canal: photo, characteristics, meaning

The Great Chinese Canal: photo, characteristics, meaning

China is famous for its famous wall, which stretches for several thousand kilometers, as well as a canal that connects the whole country. The latter is one of the oldest operating man-made hydraulic structures in the world. The Great Chinese Canal is a monumental structure that has been built for almost 2000 years

Where is the Otrada estate located? Usadba Otrada: how to get there?

Where is the Otrada estate located? Usadba Otrada: how to get there?

Otrada is a farmstead located in the Moscow region. The Lopasnya river flows in the Stupinsky district, on the banks of which there is a historical estate, which is one of the largest suburban complexes

"Sosnovy Bor" - children's he alth camp

"Sosnovy Bor" - children's he alth camp

The article is devoted to the children's recreation camp "Sosnovy Bor". It discusses its features, location, activities offered, cost, shift schedule and possible recovery or treatment for your child

Where should a tourist visit in Kostroma?

Where should a tourist visit in Kostroma?

Where can I go in Kostroma? There are many interesting places in this culturally developed city. Now we will look at good options to visit

The largest water park in Europe: hot sun, clear water and a sea of unforgettable experiences

The largest water park in Europe: hot sun, clear water and a sea of unforgettable experiences

Tender gentle sun, warm sea with emerald water, indescribably pleasant boat trips on fabulous yachts and motor ships, swimming and fun - all this and many other entertainments can be enjoyed in the beautiful city by the Black Sea, whose name is Gelendzhik

Volkov's house. About Russian merchants

Volkov's house. About Russian merchants

The houses of Volkov, Osipov or Morozov. In every Russian city, merchant houses have been preserved, which today, in addition to historical value, perform some other function. It can be a museum, a house of creativity, a library. Merchant houses form entire residential streets. Built "on the conscience" many years ago, they are still suitable for living today

Kaliningrad railway: stations, borders, length

Kaliningrad railway: stations, borders, length

The Kaliningrad railway today provides transport links between this region and the rest of Russia. What are its features, we will tell in this article

West Kazakhstan railway: description. "KTZH" (Kazakhstan Railways): reviews

West Kazakhstan railway: description. "KTZH" (Kazakhstan Railways): reviews

Kazakhstan railway has more than a century of history. Passengers have a good opinion about her work. Its West Kazakhstan branch was formed in 1977 after the disaggregation of the Kazakh railway created in 1958

Background concentration. Maximum allowable concentration of harmful substances

Background concentration. Maximum allowable concentration of harmful substances

Anthropogenic pollution of air and other terrestrial environments is one of the pressing problems of mankind. It is growing along with the growth of the world population, the increase in consumer demands of people. Because of this, it becomes more and more difficult to deal with pollution every year. Pollution affects the global climate, the he alth of humans and other living beings, the size of fish stocks, the intensity of photosynthesis, and so on. This effect is mostly negative

Ochakovsky ponds: description, history and modernity

Ochakovsky ponds: description, history and modernity

Moscow abounds in a large number of picturesque reservoirs. The famous Chistye Prudy, the mystical Patriarch's Ponds, small ponds in young residential areas. Ochakovskiye Ponds are a cascade of several reservoirs in the floodplain of the Ochakovka River. They are located at the intersection of Michurinsky Prospekt and Nikulinskaya Street, for which local residents sometimes call them Nikulinsky. Currently, these are the four largest reservoirs, separated by earthen dams

Crimea, Simeiz: attractions, description, history and interesting facts

Crimea, Simeiz: attractions, description, history and interesting facts

Travelers who love warm sunny places, and even with an abundance of luxurious landscapes, it is best to go to Simeiz

Paid fishing Pirogovo: features, recommendations and reviews

Paid fishing Pirogovo: features, recommendations and reviews

Fishing in Pirogovo is a great chance to spend time doing your favorite hobby in a comfortable place. What will please you here, we will tell in this article

The area of Hungary, its geographical location and population

The area of Hungary, its geographical location and population

Everyone knows that a country like Hungary exists. Some even without hesitation will call its capital. But not everyone can accurately name its location or, moreover, its area. Let's talk a little about this amazing country

Model Gait: Rules and Requirements for Beautiful Walking

Model Gait: Rules and Requirements for Beautiful Walking

Often, model girls attract admiring glances not only due to their appearance, but also due to their alluring gait. This is one of the components of a spectacular image of a girl on the catwalk. For some eminent designers, it is the beauty of the walk that is the main criterion when choosing models for the show

Troparevsky forest park, its history and modern look

Troparevsky forest park, its history and modern look

Troparevsky Forest Park is a comfortable and well-equipped family vacation spot located on the southwestern side of Moscow. By analogy with the Sochi Arboretum, it is divided into two halves by Leninsky Prospekt. Initially, its name was associated with the XXII Party Congress, but as communist ideas left, it was named after the neighboring district - Troparevsky

Nagatinsky bridge - general information, reconstruction

Nagatinsky bridge - general information, reconstruction

Nagatinsky bridge is a huge and complex structure, for the construction of which the authors of the project, engineer - Alexandra Borisovna Druganova and architect - Konstantin Nikolayevich Yakovlev, were awarded the USSR State Prize. By the way, A. B. Druganova is the only woman who designed bridges with railways. Her biography includes an incredible variety of projects. She built bridges and rebuilt them after the war

Cities of the Vladimir region - list, history, sights and interesting facts

Cities of the Vladimir region - list, history, sights and interesting facts

Vladimir region is rich in unusual, interesting places. There are museums and heritage of architecture, beautiful landscapes are impressive. Seven cities of the Vladimir region are included in the Small Golden Ring of Russia

Ichinskaya Sopka, or the Beauty of Kamchatka

Ichinskaya Sopka, or the Beauty of Kamchatka

The hill of the Kamchatka Peninsula is actually one of the most dangerous and largest volcanoes on the territory of Kamchatka. Its area is almost five hundred and sixty square meters. The volume of lava is also impressive, and can be 450 cubic kilometers at a time

Eastern district of Moscow or how to take a walk in the forest without leaving the city

Eastern district of Moscow or how to take a walk in the forest without leaving the city

Walk through the woods, ride a carousel, swim where Peter I launched boats, visit a museum in one day? Easily

Shulbinsk reservoir: description, rest, rumors about the dam

Shulbinsk reservoir: description, rest, rumors about the dam

The Shulba reservoir is located on the river called the Irtysh. The reservoir is formed by the hydroelectric power station of the same name. The building is located near the eastern border of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The nearest large settlement is the city of Semey (until 2007 it was called Semipalatinsk), located 70 kilometers upstream of the Irtysh

Museum "Gorodets Gingerbread" in Gorodets: description, history, exposition, interesting facts and reviews

Museum "Gorodets Gingerbread" in Gorodets: description, history, exposition, interesting facts and reviews

The history of Russia is multifaceted and colorful. Interesting facts run like a red thread through it - about architectural monuments, cities and residents, people with extraordinary skills and talents. It was the latter who created the history of modern Russia with their own hands, glorifying it in songs and poems. Culinary excellence deserves special attention. These are not only world-famous dumplings and dishes of Siberian cuisine, but also Tula or printed Gorodets gingerbread

SEC "Koltso" in Chelyabinsk: description of the complex, opening hours and location

SEC "Koltso" in Chelyabinsk: description of the complex, opening hours and location

Whether you have recently moved to the capital of the Southern Urals, whether you are passing through or just haven't happened to visit all the shopping malls of the city yet - it doesn't matter. Having visited the Koltso shopping center in Chelyabinsk, you will understand that you did not waste your time in vain

Can a pig eat a person: theories, assumptions, facts, interesting and unusual stories

Can a pig eat a person: theories, assumptions, facts, interesting and unusual stories

Why do people dislike the pig? Maybe for a bad temper and terrible rumors that this creature can eat piglets and even humans. In the article we will try to figure out whether this is really the case, delve into historical sources and find out if it is true that pigs eat people

What is the difference between the Monument of military and labor glory of the city of Penza from others?

What is the difference between the Monument of military and labor glory of the city of Penza from others?

Every Russian city keeps the memory of the terrible events of the Great Patriotic War. There is also its own Monument of military glory in the city of Penza