* From glacier-covered mountains to alpine meadows and fir forests, the romance of Arkhyz fascinates and attracts from the very first minutes... We invite you to take an excursion to Arkhyz from Pyatigorsk: vivid impressions are guaranteed! This tour will combine both historical and educational moments: we are heading to Arkhyz, a place of amazing contrasts. Here you will be greeted by shining glaciers and alpine meadows, fir forests and temples of the 10th century... We will walk through the territory of the Nizhne-Arkhyz settlement complex, where Byzantine temples are located. Not far from here, on the mighty cliffs, you can see the Face of Christ, pointing precisely at the ancient temples. The age of the rock icon is more than a thousand years old, no one has been able to establish when and who painted it. To get to the icon, you need to climb a staircase of 526 steps. And a little later you will be able to enjoy the comfort of the Arkhyz-Romantic resort: it is a ride on the incredibly long cable car "Northern Lights" with a length of 3800 m. You will find yourself at an altitude of 2504 meters and will be mesmerized by the amazing landscapes of the surroundings of Arkhyz. Of course, you will have the opportunity to look for local souvenirs: honey and herbs, minerals, things made of natural wool... We will also visit a local cafe and taste a real Caucasian barbecue!