The reverse side of the Olympiad. Photos, beaches, hotels, entertainment

Tomorrow, two years, Olympic games opened in Sochi, I continue to indulge in memories. This snapshot was made in April 2009. On him Imeretin lowland, the whole future Olympic Park. The landmark is a small grove on the right, this is the cemetery of older workers who have not touched in the construction process, only hidden behind the fence and a high alive hedge. Another landmark is a small tubercle, a holmik and a propellet from the landslide nearby, they can be found in the second shot to navigate on the ground. In less than five years before the Olympics, the grass grew at the place of her, there was not even a hint of sports palaces and other facilities.

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This snapshot was made at the end of May 2009. The circle, outlined by dear and pillars, is the outer contour of the future of the Big Ice Palace, where the Hockey Club Sochi beat Omsk Avangard yesterday. This is a grand conservation, by the way, Omich, the company "Mostovik".

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A few more pictures from May 2009, a playground for the future Hockey Palace, a little further will grow by Iceberg, Adler-Arena, Medal Plaza. Away, as a landmark, a pancake is visible.

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It is no secret that the design of the Olympic facilities continued immediately to construction. Here in this tent, before the modular administrative building was built, the "Mostovik" designers worked. They also dined.

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And this is September 2009, all the same big ice palace with already overlapping outlines.

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And this is the future curling center, ice cube. Initially, it was assumed that after the Olympic Games it would be will dismiss and move to another city. But did not do it. Today, the ice cube is one of the most used post-andmpic heritage objects.

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At the peak of the construction of objects for the Sochi Olympiad in Sochi, more than 150 thousand attracted specialists worked. A significant part of them was such workers from the solar republics who were once in the friendly Soviet family of peoples. Specifically, these guys are from the Fergana Valley in Uzbekistan. Here in such modular houses, in such rooms they lived all the years of the Olympic construction. If neither twist, but also sports facilities, and transport junctions, and rose farm, and slide city, and the entire infrastructure of the new Sochi is built by the hands of migrant workers.

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2009, the construction of the port at the mouth of the Mzmitt River. Despite the construction worker around, the people resistive resting at the then still wilderness beaches.

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Food combined automotive and railway On the Red Polyana. The most expensive object of the project Sochi-2014. Somewhere in the depths of the mountain there is a giant super-mole, burglaring into a pool of breed, beating tunnels for trains and cars.

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The construction of cottages for the resettlement of residents who fell under demolition in Imeretin lowland. As a result, a very good thing turned out.

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A very long-time shot, made, if I'm not mistaken, in the fall of 2007: people who have all started. Semen Bearetok, first head of the state corporation "Olympstroy". I did not make anything noticeable in this post, in 2008 was shifted and left the country. Governor Kuban Alexander Tkachev. Passed the Olympic race, subsequently was appointed Minister agriculture. And Dmitry Kozak, the real head of the project "Sochi-2014", personally responsible for him to Vladimir Putin. Pulled out on his shoulders everything from beginning to end. It was deservedly became an honorary citizen of the city of Sochi.

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Such a Sochi Olympiad was represented at the very beginning, in 2007, when there were no more horses and leopards.

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And, as evidence of involvement, I am at the Olympic Sportsport, in a helmet with symbols Olympstroy, in 2009.

The Olympic Park is built exactly where I once loved to walk and next to the bay in which I always swam in proud loneliness.
Several times tried to pass the same route and there is no time to find favorite place. Almost managed.

A happy day to put it mildly - glass, concrete and asphalt with rare enclosures of greenery. However, the pre-ordinary sun works wonders, and if you are going to walk there, then go closer to the evening. At the end of the post will be pictures before, and now a little fresh photo with explanations.


To start an inspiring view of the sea from the Big Ice Palace

Exactly in this place was the emerald green plain and the reeds above my 172 (the only Kolchida swamps in Russia - the place of stopping of migratory birds and one of the key ornithological territories of Russia).
Now the tile vibrating under the legs (I did not find out the cause of the vibration), and the view of 3 structures:
On the left of the big ice palace, on the right of the ice isa, the washer, then all in the center of the Fisht stadium.

The stadium was called from the same mountain peak In the western part of the Chief Caucasus Range (translated from the Adygei language, the word "FIST" means "white head")

Mountain View. Painted hangar on the right - the back of the Fisht stadium. And for tourists trees, see? This is a fenced high fence Old Believers Cemetery, it is located between the Fisht stadium and the flare area.

View of the sea from the same place.

Right at the rate of new houses on sailing street, before there was a country village.

Another view of the sea.

Reflection of sunset in the Great Ice Palace. Glazing with his secret. During the day, the glass is mirrored and nothing but the reflection of the surrounding space is not visible there. As soon as it starts to darken - the mirror properties gradually disappear and can already be peaked inside.

View of the sea from the inside, a very futuristic structure.

View from the end, the wall of the Big Ice Palace in the context, if you can express it). These metal laces are linedside outside with glass and are part of the bearing design for the roof of the stadium.

And a couple of photos from the past.

Imereti lowland (2006), not touched by a construction, see what color of the sea in the upper left corner, there was a sam pure water In the Sochi district. Photo taken

Now this place looks like that, there are simply no greens. Photo from here

The same place in 2010, the construction is already deployed, fenced with a fence ... and carefully guarded!

I wonder from whom? There were several such installations on the perimeter of the construction.

There will be no conclusions yet, I just showed you a tiny piece of a huge area. The continuation should be, as well as my personal opinion that we have lost and what they have purchased.
As they say, do not switch.

In the Imeretin lowland, stretching along the Black Sea coast, 8 km between the mouths of the Mzymt and Psou rivers, there was an unprecedented destruction of the natural communities formed there, but the natural catastrophe in this unique biotope for our country managed to avoid.

Swan lakes It is part of a natural ornithological park in Imeretin lowland. The density of the population of birds is very high here, during the year there is a presence of 56 species of birds, including 11 rare and disappearing. In the photo: Lebia Lakes in 2007 and in 2015

Collid swamps

Landscape uniqueness of the Imeretin lowland, at the beginning of the last century, noted major scientists of the time Professor A.N. Krasnov and Academician I.P. Borodin, speaking of the need to maintain the Kolchida swamps here. Such a relict landscape met on the Caucasian coast only in one place, much south, in the area of \u200b\u200bthe Poti.

In the first decades of Soviet power, the lamination development only accelerated. Over time, nesting species described at the beginning of the century researchers of the fauna of the Black Sea region A.A. Brownner, K.V. Launitz, A.E. Kudeshev, in particular, the skill, orlan-white-tailed and gray heron. The active lace break led to a reduction in the areas of forests and the colchis swamps, meadow sites, fields, shrubs, drainage canals, small lakes appeared in their place. But all this created favorable conditions for stopping here the spans and wintering birds. Their number and species diversity increased, especially in cold, multiserry winters or during prolonged cyclones. At the end of the past and the beginning of the current centuries in the Imeretin lowland, there were no mass clusters of geese, ducks, hergs, Vyakhires, quails, various slices and small sparrows.

Erithacus Rubecula - Small Singing Bird of Family Family, Her Ringing Song is one of the most beautiful bird songs

Photo: Natural Ornithological Park in Imeretin Lowland

Construction and birds

In 2007, a large Olympic construction began in Imeretin lowland, it was here that the main ice Palaces and stadiums of the XXII Winter Olympic Games. Under pressure from the public speaking for the preservation of Kolkhidi swamps, and with the support of the Russian geographical society in the "Application Book of the City of Sochi" as an event compensating for the negative impact of games on environmentIt included the creation of a specially protected natural territory of regional importance - a natural ornithological park. In essence, it is the same Olympic object as stadiums, only intended for the conservation of the ecosystems of Imeretin lowland.

The natural ornithological park in the Imeretin lowland was created in 2010. For obvious reasons, its total area of \u200b\u200b298.59 hectares is not a single environmental territory, but consists of 14 disparate sections (clusters) with an area of \u200b\u200b1 hectare to 72.41 hectares. Eight of them are located directly in the Imeretin lowland (Adler district of Sochi city), and six more up the valley of the Psou River in the Nizhneshilovsky Rural District.

Natural Park Management is carried out by a specially created state institution. Krasnodar Region with state 21 people. The main activities are to ensure the functioning of the park, compliance with the regime of special protection, research and development and environmental education. In order to create comfortable conditions For birds, employees are carried out by a number of biotechnical events: regular flats of feed throughout the year, the installation of feeders, artificial nesting and shelters. These events play a crucial role, especially in the cold winter months, when the concentration of birds in the territory natural Park Maximum.

A number of areas of a natural ornithological park in the Imeretin lowland were not affected by the Olympic construction and persist in a natural state, forming "Reserved Islands" surrounded by tourism infrastructure. Photo 2006 and 2014
Photo: Natural Ornithological Park in Imeretin Lowland

Natural Ornithological Park

There are now small sections of a natural park with lakes, meadows and shrubs that are surrounded by roads, buildings, sports and recreation facilities. total area Natural and agricultural landscapes as a result of large-scale buildings decreased 15 times. As a result, the absolute number of birds decreased. Compared to a period of 20 years ago now (data for mid-2017), 42 species of birds have ceased here. No longer winter species in this area, quite widespread earlier. 8 species disappeared from the nesting.

But, as our studies have shown, and in the postolympic period the lowland remains attractive for nesting, migratory and winter birds. There are 16 species of birds previously not met in this area. Among them, sea blackfriend, red-haired swallow, masked saucer, yellow-headed shaking and a deserted heater. Before the Olympics, 25 species introduced into the Red Books of the Russian Federation and the Krasnodar Territory were noted here. Now in this group of birds - 17 species. Regularly encountered species include a small cormorant, Egyptian heron, caraway, white-eyed innech, Savka, stilt, streptin, pale migration.

Of course, most of the changes in the population of birds are associated with an unprecedented anthropogenic transformation of their habitat. But thanks to the possible security measures taken within the framework of possible, the natural disaster managed to avoid. Moreover, the composition and structure of local ornithocompleks continues to generally demonstrate the preservation of the common features of the bird fauna of the Black Sea Plains. The results of our research indicate that the Imeretin lowland remains attractive for nesting, migratory and wintering birds. Their modern communities in the natural ornithological park correspond to the status of this particularly protected natural territory.

Lev Shagarov, Candidate of Geographical Sciences, Deputy Director for the scientific work of the Natural Ornithological Park in the Imeretin Lowland, Associate Professor of the Sochi State University; Peter Tilba, Candidate of Biological Sciences, Leading Researcher Sochi national Park, Associate Professor of the Sochi Institute of RUDN

Forest cabin - pinch fly. This Russian proverb becomes relevant every time important state construction projects come in contact with the everyday life of residents of the country. Global construction sites of the 20th century destroyed a lot of unique topographic objects. Many cities, villages, villages, monasteries, temples, ancient necropolis died in stovelessness.

So, when creating an Ivankovsky reservoir was flooded more than 100 settlements, including old City KORCHEV. Under the pretext of flooding, many churches were blown up, including the unique Old Believers Temple in the village of Kuznetsovo (now Konakovo), which you can read more on our.

Nowadays, serious changes in the historic landscape occurred in Imeretin lowlandLocated near the city of Sochi, in the construction zone of sports facilities for the 2014 Winter Olympics.

The history of the Imeretin lowland is associated with the Old Believers, in particular, "Nekrasovtsy". They appeared in Russia at the beginning of the XVIII century, two centuries were subjected to persecution and were forced to go to the possession of Turkey. After the revolution 1905-1907. They returned to their homeland. The first place of their settlement was the Sochi District of the Black Sea province - the least mastered among other districts. As local local historians indicate, inviting Nekrasovtsev, the authorities pursued a certain goal - to oust the Turks from the fishing fishery and, most importantly, stop smuggling from Turkey, disguised as coastal (coastal shipping). And Nekrasovtsy were not only good farmers and hunters, but also beautiful fishermen and coastal.

Starbers settled in the sailor gap (near the heads), in the Imereti Bay and Babuk-Aul. Most of the Sochi Old Believers to the mid-20s. XX century We left for non-fried Don lands. The reasons were lack of land convenient for agriculture, soil infertility, difficult living conditions in the Nagorno strip, strengthening the tax press. By the end of 1926, the Old Believers remained only in the Imereti Bay.

The uniqueness of the Imeretin lowland recognized another royal government, in 1911 assigning the status of a particularly protected natural zone. Here are the only sections of Colchish wetlands with a unique flora and fauna in Russia. Many rare species of plants, birds, animals live in Imeretin.

For the winter games of 2014, an Olympic Park (central stadium and five ice palaces, as well as a media center) built in Imeretin lowland. The construction of the Olympic Park caused serious conflicts with the local population - Old Believers and Cossacks living in this area, which led even to power clashes and arrests.

Fortunately, both sides were patience and excerpt to avoid the tragic development of events. Residents of the district received compensation to build their homes in a new place. In 2010, three venues for new construction were allocated in the Adler district, the rest will be built up in the Hostinsky and Central Regions.

Interestingly, part of the old-supplied cemetery remained from the ancient village, which was preserved by the builders. However, this cemetery is almost not visible from the ground. Passerspit, who does not know about his existence, can go a few meters from ancient necropolis And do not notice it. Accession to the cemetery is open and former residents Imereti Valley can visit it.

Chairman of the Old Believer Community Dmitry Drophichev Now it says: "As a result, the village of Starlorov Morlinsky moved to a kilometer above from the sea. But the cemetery failed to compose from the ground: the people blocked the road to bulldorates. "

Today we publish unique images of the Old Believers Necropolis of the Imeretian Valley, made by Blogger Alexey Nadezhdin and Photographer

Surely you are primarily interested in where the Imereti Valley is. This is an extreme southern coastal area in the Adlerian district of Sochi. Just here, the famous Olympic facilities have unfolded, which caused such a tribute of tourists. This is the most transformed, modern and beautiful area of \u200b\u200bthe resort town. Until 2007, in this place, ordinary private houses were located, and after the construction of the picture was planned dramatically changed dramatically: in addition to all other objects, it was massively built by hotels in the Imeretin lowland, so that the arrivals were going to stop.

City-hotel "Velvet Seasons"

First of all, we are interested in this stunning resort in resort town Because it is located in the Imeretin lowland, on the Black Sea coast. It is very close to Sochi, and from the windows you can admire the beautiful scenery of the Red Polyana. Leaving the hotel, you immediately fall on the Black Sea coast, a little further located an ornithological park with freshwater ponds and walking alleys, theme park Entertainment and other wonders. That is why hotels of the Imeretin lowland are invariably popular with tourists, there is something to do. This city has a hotel from four quarters. We will look at each of them.

"Aleksandrovsky Park"

This big I. beautiful hotel Located 9 km from Sochi Airport and Zheleznodorozhornozhnoe in the immediate vicinity there is a park of a few hectares. Rare tropical plants grow here. Not all hotels in Imeretin lowland can boast such popularity, and this is not good. The first impression produces the territory, availability developed infrastructure Creates good conditions for a full rest. The second is the equipment of the rooms. The interiors are specifically selected in the classic style, and only high-quality natural materials were used for the finish. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and comfortable upholstered furniture, each has a private bathroom. A fitness room and a tour desk is on the territory. You can inspect not only local attractions, but also hotels in Imeretin lowland so that you can compare with something. Judging by the reviews, tourists are very loved by Alexandrovsky Park for its immediate proximity to the sea, purity and comfort.

"Clean ponds"

In their own way unique hotelwhich is located between fresh lake And the Black Sea. This tourist quarter is located in the Olympic Park. Of course, all hotels (Imeretin lowland) have a good level of service. Adler is distinguished by a welcome and hospitality, which is felt immediately upon arrival. But it was the "pure ponds" - this is a place that is carried out by a special atmosphere of heat and care. It will be interesting to adults and children, for the first there is a fitness center, a beauty salon and night clubAnd the second will spend time in the game room. Guests can stay in Standard or Suite's rooms. For the most demanding apartments are offered. Each room has air conditioning and a TV, a minibar, furniture and a bathtub with a hairdryer and other necessary accessories. Room rates - from 2900 rubles. During the day, it includes breakfast and excursions, you will open all the Imereti lowland. Hotel " Velvet seasons"Always gets a large number of warm reviews, the conditions for rest here are fabulous, and, judging by the words of tourists, it is worth come here every year.

"Ekaterininsky Quarter"

Choosing a hotel for yourself, be sure to note how much you like to find among a large number of people. For some, this is a wonderful opportunity for communication, others, on the contrary, strive for the maximum solitude. Hotels in Imeretin lowland (Sochi) are mostly large, but this one is especially. It is designed for 1194 rooms, each of which can accommodate from two to four people. However, the hotel's territory is so huge that sometimes it creates the illusion of loneliness.

All hotels are very comfortable, and the number of services each chooses independently. The standard room will cost 2970 rubles, the amount includes breakfast. Numerous reviews confirm that the rooms in the hotels are flawlessly clean, very beautiful, and the staff hold and polite.

"Russian house"

Three minutes walk from Black Sea coast and pebble beach Located this stunning hotel. You will get to the Olympic Park from here in 10 minutes, and to the center of Sochi - about 30 minutes. If you are looking for the most remarkable place on the entire coast, then before you - Imereti lowland. RUSSIAN HOME and all listed above) are real samples of the perfect hotel complex. We have already told about the rest, as for the "Russian House", it is designed for 3,500 rooms decorated in modern style with functional furniture. There are bars and restaurants, pizzerias and a storage room, laundry and much more. Judging by the reviews of tourists, the hotel's work is simply perfect. Here you can have a great time with family and a fun company.

Hotel "Azimuth"

This is a resort three star hotelwhich opened only in 2013. It is not part of the hotel "Velvet Seasons", but is located on the same territory of the Imereti Valley. Regarding the service in the rooms, there are not so many, the purity and order, delicious breakfasts, etc., are ordinary for these places. But many tourists emphasize the magnificent territory of the hotel, created specifically so that you can fully enjoy walks. Hotel "Azimuth" (Imeretin lowland) offers accommodation in any of the eight residential buildings, each of which has its own orientation (youth, family). The accommodation group of hotels surrounds a stunning area with numerous pools, walking alleys and cozy arbor. Here you can spend days, but do not forget that Sochi has prepared a mass interesting excursionsthat can not be missed. The cost of recreation with the included breakfast here starts from 2500 rubles per day, improved suites reach price up to 7,000 rubles.

Hotel "Imeretinskaya"

The luxurious hotel, impressive at first sight, is located a 20-minute walk from Sochi Olympic Park. Approximately a 10-minute walk away with all the oceanarium. The hotel in 196 cozy rooms overlooking the sea. Each of them is equipped with flawless furniture and modern appliances. In the morning, a luxurious buffet is formed in the restaurant, and during the day you can enjoy Russian and european dishes. Each year is replenished with a piggy bank of positive feedback about the hotel, guests simply have a furnishings and service. Summing up, I would like to say that each of the presented hotels is characterized by the highest level of service, and therefore will provide you with a magnificent holiday.