Sochi National Park, National park in Sochi, Russia
Sochi National Park is a large protected area in the southern Caucasus region with forests, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, lakes, and caves. The landscape consists of many hills and valleys with diverse vegetation, ranging from thick broadleaf forests to rare ancient trees over 1000 years old.
The park was established in 1983 and was one of the first national parks in Russia, aimed at protecting the natural environment while welcoming visitors. The region has a long history of human use, with ancient structures like dolmens and early Christian relics showing how people have lived here since ancient times.
The park is named after the city of Sochi and its location near the Black Sea coast. Visitors notice that many trails pass through ancient forests and that local people use this space to spend quiet time in nature, particularly during warmer months.
The park is easily accessible by car or public transport from the city of Sochi and is open year-round regardless of weather. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and stay on marked trails to protect plants and wildlife.
The area contains the Yew-Boxwood grove, a natural relic formation with trees over 1000 years old wrapped in moss and vines, creating an atmosphere from subtropical times. These ancient trees show how lush vegetation looked in this region millions of years ago.
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