Kabardino – Balkaria is a republic right in the middle of the North Caucasus and home to Europe’s highest peak mount Elbrus as well as 6 mountain peaks above 5000…
7 National Parks & Nature Reserves to explore in the North Caucasus
The North Caucasus mountains are home to an incredibly diverse ecosystem, fauna, glaciers, lakes and so on. If you are a nature lover, you won’t be disappointed by a trip…
Russia : border zone permit, the ultimate guide
After your challenging visa application, here’s the second round of pain in the neck Russian bureaucracy : the border zone permit ! I’m explaning you here all the details to…
A travel guide to Kabardino – Balkaria, Russian Caucasus
The Republic of Kabardino – Balkaria (Кабардино-Балкария in Russian) is named after its two main ethnic groups, Kabards and Balkars, ethnically and politically divided. Kabards are Circassians and form the…
Kabardino – Balkaria : travel itinerary suggestions in the North Caucasus
For sure you know one of the biggest attraction for foreign and local tourists in the whole North Caucasus : mount Elbrus ! Yes, the twin peaks is located in…
10 must-see places in the North Caucasus, Russia
The North Caucasus is one of the most fascinating region in the world (at least to me). Home to dozens of ethnic groups, an authentic hospitality and a rich cultural heritage…
