Zelonoye koltso, Volgograd
Zelonoye koltso is a protected natural area in the Volgograd region featuring rolling hills, grassland, and scattered trees across the landscape. The terrain offers wide open spaces that are generally easy to walk through.
The area has been part of the local landscape for centuries and has witnessed many changes while remaining significant to surrounding communities. It was designated as a protected area as part of national efforts to preserve important landscapes.
The name comes from the ring-shaped form of the land, visible on maps and from certain viewpoints in the area. Local communities value this place as part of their connection to the surrounding landscape.
Come prepared for a full day outdoors by bringing water, comfortable shoes, and perhaps a picnic. As a protected area, visitors must follow rules: avoid disturbing the land, plants, and animals, and leave no trash behind.
The name refers to the ring-shaped form of the terrain, which is clearly visible from certain vantage points or on maps. Local residents preserve stories about natural events and everyday life in this landscape that have been passed down through generations.
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