Jeyrakh-Assa museum-reserve

The Jeyrakh-Assa museum-reserve is a vast outdoor site in mountainous terrain containing hundreds of stone building complexes, including residential towers and religious structures spread across the landscape. These architectural remains document different periods of human settlement in this region.

Human settlements in this mountain region date back at least 2,000 years, with many structures built and used across multiple centuries. The towers and other buildings were adapted over time to meet changing needs of those who lived there.

The site reflects layers of different faiths: medieval stone churches stand alongside ancient burial grounds that reveal the religious life of past communities. Visitors can observe how these traditions coexisted across centuries in this mountain region.

The terrain is mountainous and can be challenging to walk through; local guides help visitors understand the history and significance of the different structures. Proper footwear and weather-appropriate clothing make a visit more comfortable.

The tower complex at Vovnushki within the reserve gained recognition in a national competition for the Seven Wonders of Russia, highlighting the architectural quality of its medieval construction. This acknowledgment underscored the importance of these structures to Russian cultural history.