Salair National Park, Protected area in Altai Krai, Russia
Salair National Park is a protected area in Altai Krai that spans multiple districts with coniferous forests, valleys, and open meadows. The landscape features low mountain ranges with dense woodland mixed with clearings that create varied terrain throughout the park.
The park was established in 2020 to protect the western slopes of the Salair Ridge in southwestern Siberia. This creation marked an important step in conserving a forested region with deep roots in local land use.
Local people practice traditional ways of living within the park, moving through the forests and meadows according to seasonal rhythms. This relationship with the land shapes how visitors experience the place today.
The city of Barnaul serves as the main gateway to reach different parts of the park. Hiking and wildlife watching are possible year-round, though conditions vary with the seasons.
The park contains stands of ancient aspen and Siberian pine trees, with some specimens reaching ages measured in centuries. These old-growth forests show visitors how resilient and stable this woodland ecosystem can be over long periods.
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