Zmey gorynych on Kudykina mountain when he works. Safari Park "Kudykina Gora", Kamenka, Zadonsky district, Lipetsk region

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General information (from Wikipedia):

The park opened in 2007. The park is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Zadonsk region and the entire Lipetsk region. The area of the park is 500 hectares. The park opened in 2007.
There is a riding school and hippotherapy classes are held.
In winter, the park offers skiing, skating, snow tubing, zorbs, and ice skates for kids.

How to get there?

The park is located in the Lipetsk region near the highway M4 "Don". From Moscow - 400 km . Therefore, if you go, you need to plan an overnight stay. In my case, we stayed with relatives in a village nearby.

I was driving through Zadonsk. After passing the bridge, you need to turn left and go to the village Kamenka. The park is located on the left side literally right behind the village. Landmark - when you drive down the mountain on the left you will see the huge Serpent Gorynych on the horizon!

By the way, in Kamenka, near the road, it is located store "Pyaterochka" , where before the trip you can buy something to eat or drink with you (although there are no problems with this in the park, but everything will cost more).

We got to the park by car. Nearest major railroad station in the city Dace.

Where to leave the car?

We arrived quite late and there were practically no free places for cars. We found it in the upper parking lot, where there is no surface.

Below (closer to the park) there is another parking lot with asphalt pavement and markings. So, of course, there were no places at all. But in the upper parking lot the car could be left in the shade, and below only in the sun.

After leaving the car and having a little snack, we headed to the park. The first thing to do was to study the map that hung at the entrance -

Just in case, I bought a paper map for 20 rubles. Entrance to the park - free!

The area is really huge! But there are signs and everything can be found without problems -

First of all, we went to the ancient Russian fortress, which stood on the mountain. As it turned out, this is the city of Zmey Gorynych -

To the left of the road there is a pond with sandy beach. It was very hot outside and many were swimming -

On the right is the stage. This park hosts various festivals and events -

Information about what is planned for the park is on the website. I found out about this on the back of the park map I purchased -

By the way, we had to walk through open areas for quite a long time! Don't forget sun protection and a hat. And now we are almost at the gate -

Looks very cool! A real medieval fortress without windows or doors. Giant arrows and green tails of the Serpent Gorynych stick out from the walls.

Entrance to the fortress is paid - 250 rubles -

We bought tickets and went inside. The first thing we had to go through was a corridor inside a rotating cylinder -

Due to the rotation, the illusion of “motion sickness” is created. And here we are inside Zmeegrad -

Serpent Gorynych is not such a kind character. Therefore, the atmosphere in Zmeegrad is appropriate.

The first thing we visited was a quest in the labyrinths of the fortress.

Entrance through a hole with teeth -

The welcome inside is appropriate to the atmosphere "You're welcome!" and also warn "Dear guests, take care of the bones!" Then you need to climb the stairs to the second floor from where you will begin your journey through the halls and corridors of the gloomy Zmeegrad -

Regarding the quest, when we bought the ticket we were given a piece of paper with a crossword puzzle and tasks.

You could run around and look for answers to questions to get a prize in the souvenir shop. But we had little time, and the children were still too young for this, so we just walked and looked. But there were also those who enthusiastically searched for answers to the tasks.

The passages between the rooms are narrow with teeth made of foam rubber -

Every room has something "out of the ordinary". For example, here is Gorynych’s “bins”. The grain is scattered and you need to walk along the stumps so as not to get stuck in it -

In another room, animal bones are scattered on the floor -

Bones hang from the ceiling -

And on the walls hang skulls with burning eye sockets!

But all this is not scary at all! None of the children cried. Everyone looked around with enthusiasm and waited to see what would happen in the next room -

In the next room there were musical instruments -

And there are also “bones” hanging for the “game” -

In the last room there was simply a flickering light on and an excited voice was repeating "Leave the premises immediately!"

Coming out of the labyrinth we found ourselves back in the square. There are several houses inside. For example, the cannibal's house, in which there was a huge table with huge chairs and cutlery -

A severed leg lay on the table. A huge piece of meat was hanging on a spit in the oven -

Here you can just walk around and take photos. Even sticking your head through the table and ending up... on the cannibal's plate.

Also, a strange trace was discovered inside Zmeegrad and archaeological excavations are underway -

There are many around souvenir shops -

You can find whatever you like - beautiful clay figurines or beaded crafts.

There are also workshops where various master classes are held with children -

There is even a “Ghoul Salon” where you can have an unusual photo session -

In several rooms there are different objects with which you can take pictures. But I personally somehow didn’t want to be photographed with my “cut off head.” Maybe someone will like it, it's not for everybody.

After visiting Zmeegrad we went out to the park again.

Now we headed to the symbol of the park - the huge figure of the “Snake Gorynych”. We passed by giant arrows -

Some arrows stick out from the wall. As if there was a big battle -

And here we are near the Serpent Gorynych himself!

The figure is made of concrete. It impresses with its size and detailing of small details -

The only thing for some reason was that they put sunglasses on his eyes. To be honest, he would look more brutal without glasses. But it is what it is.

From the Serpent we went down and passed by the helmet of the hero -

Then we headed towards the children's town -

On the left there is a trampoline and a zorb pool -

Cost 10 minutes 300 rubles! Compared to Moscow, it’s even more expensive! But business is business.

Passage to the town through the beautiful fairy-tale gates -

You can climb the stairs to the gate and take a photo from above.

Everything is done very beautifully and it feels like it was done with soul -

Bicycle rental nearby -

In the children's town there are many places where children can climb, ride on swings or slides -

It is curious that the area is covered with sand. Everyone on the playground takes off their shoes first.

The petting zoo houses various horses, deer, roe deer, ostriches, etc. You can feed them, you can ride them. Everything is naturally not free.

As it turned out, every cloud has a silver lining. We were there on Sunday and it was on this day at 19:30, once a week Gorynych in the field makes his roar and spews out fire! Many children and adults gathered around Gorynych. And so the show began!

As it turns out, Gorynych has huge speakers built inside him and he really “roars”! And from the mouth there is real fire!!!

It didn't last long. (3-4 times). But it's really impressive! I've never seen anything like it!!!

It was a great end to the walk! We really liked the park! Most importantly, the children appreciated it and for a long time remembered how “the dragon breathes on the mountain.”

Regarding food in the park

There are many different cafes on the territory where you can choose what to eat. We had enough sandwiches that we took with us from home and a visit to Pyaterochka in front of the park.

Regarding toilets

There are toilets. But the one in the parking lot is simply terrible! Terrible stench and hole in the floor. It is simply impossible to enter there. Bleach hurts your eyes. As a result, everything around is polluted. There are several blue dry closets on site. But I think there could be more of them and they could be better.

But overall I really liked the park! I think you can spend a wonderful weekend there. That's why I recommend it!

See my reviews on the topic of weekend getaways:

- In Moscow - Tsaritsyno park, Kuzminki-Lublino park

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Probably every parent dreams of finding a place where they can relax with their child, combining outdoor recreation and interesting entertainment. If you are one of them, then we bring to your attention an overview of just such a place. Safari Park "Kudykina Gora" in the Lipetsk region is a great place for family vacation, located in an ecologically clean area. Here you can not only take a walk, but also have great fun with the whole family and take great photos as a souvenir.

The total area of this safari park is about 500 hectares. It is located on the banks of the Don River and is part of a protected area. This place has been considered the most popular attraction in the entire Lipetsk region for several years. In order for you to get a complete picture of this place, you need to describe in more detail the most popular entertainment, services and art objects, among which it is especially famous giant statue“The Serpent Gorynych on Kudykina Mountain.”

Playground

This town on the territory of the Kudykina Gora park is the largest playground in Russia and the dream of every child. There is big ship, many towers with slides, as well as swings, rope ladders, horizontal bars, labyrinths and many other children's entertainment for active rest. And adults love this place for the sincere smiles of their children and their joyful laughter.

Visiting the children's town is free. The only condition is that you need to take off your shoes at the entrance in order to preserve the sandy surface of the site.

City of masters

The city of craftsmen is amazing not only for its special atmosphere, but also for the fact that it was built completely without nails. The greatest masters from the Ivanovo region worked on its creation. to his appearance The city of craftsmen features a wooden fortress that seems to have stepped out of the pages of Russian fairy tales.

During the warm season, guests of the Kudykina Gora safari park in the Lipetsk region are treated to interesting master classes and excursions that will help them get an idea of how life and folk crafts developed in Ancient Rus'. Here life is simply in full swing, and there is not a single street on which craftsmen would not work.

It will be interesting for both children and adults to see how masters such as:

blacksmiths;
tanners;
soap makers;
tailors;
needlewomen doing beadwork.

In the winter season, the City of Craftsmen changes dramatically. This craft kingdom turns into the Residence of Grandfather Frost. Any child will be delighted with the magical atmosphere that permeates this place. Here children can show their best talents in fun games, which are arranged for the children by the faithful assistants of Santa Claus. And it will be very interesting for adults to watch how children play in the snow, make snowmen and decorate the Christmas tree, and they themselves can join in this fun. They will help you appreciate the beauty of the Kudykina Gora safari park (Lipetsk region) photo:

Book store

Here you can purchase bright and unique works by contemporary children's writers for your child. You can also find interesting board games and miniature animal figurines that every child will love and will be an excellent souvenir of a visit to this family safari park.

You can also buy other souvenirs here that will remind you of this place. For example, magnets with photos depicting the most beautiful places in the park, such as “The Serpent Gorynych on Kudykina Mountain” (Lipetsk region), calendars and even real fresh ostrich eggs and peacock feathers.

Riding school

For those who live in Lipetsk or near it, a riding school is a great way to spend time in Kudykina Gora Park. Any child between the ages of 12 and 17 can learn to ride these beautiful, majestic and proud animals completely free of charge. Classes are held 4 times a week. They can also do it here horse ride and adults.

Zoo and farm

Safari Park "Kudykina Gora" is famous for its diversity of fauna.

It is here that you can see completely different animals in one space, such as:

Donkeys, which are the first animals of the park;
Buffaloes, who love to swim in the park's river and take mud baths;
Deer, which are represented by deer, wapiti and David's deer, which is a very rare species;
Ostriches, of which there are two types: African ostriches and Emu ostriches from Australia;
Camels are considered the largest representatives of the Kudykina Gora animal park;
Guanaco llamas, which are affectionate animals that always welcome guests;
Black-shouldered peacocks are considered one of the most beautiful birds in the world.

But this is still far from full list animals that can be found at the Kudykina Gora Zoo.

In total, about 50 species of animals and birds live here. During the daytime, they calmly walk behind a wooden fence, and at night, they sleep in their houses, built especially for them. You can also feed the animals with vegetables, which you can bring with you or buy right here.

Group excursions and walks

The Kudykina Gora Family Park is a popular place for excursions. Every year tourist groups from all over the country come here, as well as groups of schoolchildren from the Lipetsk region and other nearby regions.

An interesting quest program has been created for the children, which includes games with visiting and exploring all the main attractions of the park, an educational program on the history of Ancient Rus', a science show, a visit to the petting zoo and even meals. This excursion must be booked in advance.

Also "Kudykina Gora" is amazing beautiful place, which is great for family outings. Popular place for them there is an ancient mound, to which a special path leads, passing through a gate made in the form of a hero’s helmet. Also favorite routes for visitors to the safari park are the font of the Spring of Wisdom, the “eye” spring and the Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker.

It is also necessary to visit the Kudykina Gora park (Lipetsk region) and see the statue of the Serpent Gorynych. It was her photo that made this park famous throughout the country, becoming an Instagram “star”. The beautiful sights of this place are also such art objects as “Petunets”, “Three Heroes” and “Trojan Horse”.

If you get hungry or tired while visiting the safari park, you can relax in a cozy cafe.

Winter fun

Kudykina Gora Park is also popular in winter; there is entertainment here for every taste. Here you can not only visit the Residence of Father Frost, but also spend active time skiing and skating. Equipment for this can be either brought with you or rented. Also, for the convenience of visitors, there are comfortable changing rooms equipped with lockers.

A photo of a 15-meter statue of the Serpent Gorynych from the Kudykina Gora park in the Lipetsk region was published on the official Instagram blog, as well as in a selection of nine best photos world, which the social network publishes every week. Foreigners are delighted with the dragon, and Russians explain to them in the comments what kind of character this is.

His photo was chosen for publication by the official Instagram blog, and in two days the post received 1.3 million likes.

The encounter with the three-headed dragon looks like something out of a fantasy fairy tale, but Anton photographed it in the Lipetsk region, Russia.

Anton's photo was also included in the selection of nine best photos, which the social network publishes every week.

Foreigners were confused by the photo, and Russian Instagram users began to explain what kind of character this was.

"The Return of Grendel" Or go-go Godzilla."

“It’s a hydra or whatever it’s called. It's from the Percy Jackson movies."

“No, this is not a hydra, this is the Serpent Gorynych, and we need to call three Russian heroes.”

“This is Zmey Gorynych. In my translation: Serpent Son of the Mountain. He lived in the Far Far Away Kingdom, in the Thirtieth State on Kudykina Mountain.”

Many foreign bloggers decided that there was a dragon in front of them, and began to joke that they really existed.

"I love dragons."

“So they really exist.”

“It’s not real, it’s just a rock. If it were a dragon, Anton would be afraid to photograph it.”

Under the original post on Anton’s account, many are surprised how the photo with Zmey Gorynych even ended up on the official Instagram blog, because the guy is not a celebrity. At the time of writing, he has 1.5 thousand subscribers.

Near the village of Kamenka, Zadonsk district, Lipetsk region, it instantly became famous throughout the world. The photo with the three-headed monster was included in the selection of the best pictures taken by Instagram users and posted on the official account of the creators of this world-famous social network.On this moment the photo of Zmey Gorynych collected 1.3 million likes and six and a half thousand comments.

What else can you see in this family park? Look...

Lipetsk safari park "Kudykina Gora" is located in the picturesque hilly surroundings of the village of Kamenka, Zadonsky district, on the steep bank of the Don.

Already from the road, the traveler’s gaze reveals a stunningly beautiful landscape - wooded hills, the Kamenka River, neat churches and village houses. Approaching the park, the traveler sees huge figures of the Trojan Horse and the Bull, proudly standing near the road above the ravine. They even have doors so you can get inside.

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Nearby, on a slope, a stone structure is being erected - perhaps these are the walls of “Troy”? Recently, an orchard was planted here; in just a few years, it will become another attraction of the area.
Immediately at the entrance, visitors are greeted by amazing fairy-tale characters, with whom tourists love to take pictures.

They surround the bright and noisy nursery playground, which is always filled with frolicking children, adults are not averse to running along its snow-white sand with children. Here everyone, young and old, has to change their shoes.

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The playground is simply huge, it’s a real children’s playground. There is a large castle surrounded by a “fortress wall” with turrets, and a huge ship, in its hold you can play hide and seek, there is a train, a trampoline, a bungee, and a wide variety of swings, carousels and rocking chairs.

Families have picnics not far from the children's playground. Nevertheless, the entire territory is very clean - unusually clean for our people. The presence of a sufficient number of toilets is also pleasing. Having passed through the sparkling fairy-tale helmet-arch along the embankment covered with snow-white sand and climbing the hill, you can see Ilya of Muromets sitting near a huge stone, the Nightingale the Robber himself sitting on his outstretched hand!

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From here you can see the general panorama of the park and the majestic Don. In the distance, behind the back of the epic hero, an ancient mound can be seen. Here, according to preserved ancient drawings, the Scythian log fortress of the Scythians was reconstructed. Going down to the foot of the hill, the visitor can drink spring water that flows from a huge jug (the size of a house!) and even take a swim.

On the territory of the park there is a small reservoir with a sandy shore and bottom, as well as a rather impressive wooden fortress. Animals roam behind the wooden fence - chickens, horses, ducks, turkeys and cows, which are especially loved by city kids who know about them only from pictures in children's books.

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In a special pen there is a donkey, a pony, and even a camel, which children enjoy riding on; the cost of such a service is low - 50 rubles. Excursions are organized for children's groups - they will show and tell about the inhabitants of the park - from rabbits to wild boars.

The park belongs to the largest agricultural enterprise in the Lipetsk region, APO Aurora, and the initiator of its founding is the general director and owner of the holding, Sergei Uvarkin. The Safari Park continues to be built and developed.

Visiting the park is free.

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