Mysterious Bronze Age megalithic stone structures (3rd millennium BC) scattered in the mountains around Gelendzhik. These ancient burial chambers predate the Egyptian pyramids. Several clusters accessible by hiking or organized tours.
By car from Gelendzhik: via road to Pshada village (about 30 km), dolmens are scattered in Pshada River valley. Organized jeep tours from Gelendzhik (book through city tour agencies). Most accessible dolmens are near Vozrozhdeniye village (12 km from Gelendzhik). Trails to dolmens are steep in places, comfortable shoes needed.
Inside dolmen through portal hole. Dolmen group in Pshada. Against forest and mountain backdrop.
Ancient Bronze Age stone structures. Access to most dolmens free 24/7. Popular groups: Zhane Valley (entry ~200 RUB), Pshada. Jeep tours from Gelendzhik. Comfortable footwear essential.
Useful tips for visiting Gelendzhik Dolmens
Older than pyramidsHiking requiredWear comfortable shoesZhane valley most accessible
Older than pyramidsHiking requiredWear comfortable shoesZhane valley most accessible
Inside dolmen through portal hole. Dolmen group in Pshada. Against forest and mountain backdrop.
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