Mineralnye Vody

Mineralnye Vody lies along the Kuma River at 300 meters (984 feet) elevation near the northern edge of the Caucasus. The town functions as a transport hub with an airport and railway connections to different regions of Russia.

The settlement began in 1878 as Sultanovsky during construction of the Rostov-Vladikavkaz Railway. The current name was given in 1921 and refers to the mineral springs of the region.

The Cathedral of the Holy Virgin with its golden domes follows traditional Russian church architecture and serves as a spiritual center for the city's residents. The church draws believers who come for liturgy and religious celebrations.

The airport sits roughly 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) from downtown and connects travelers to several Russian destinations plus international flights. Railway stations offer access to the surrounding spa resorts of the Caucasus.

The town acts as a gateway to numerous spa resorts across the Caucasus while having its own mineral springs for therapeutic use. Travelers often use it as a stopover on their way to other healing baths in the region.

Location: Mineralovodsky District

Inception: 1878

Elevation above the sea: 300 m

GPS coordinates: 44.20083,43.11250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 23:43