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Chirkei dam, Russia

From series “The Greatest Dams in the World”
Year: 1974. Lenght: 338 meters. Height: 232.5 meters.

On the territory of the Republic of Dagestan is a huge dam. Chirkei Dam on the Sulak River was built in 1974. Its height is 232.5 meters, the dam building has demanded about 1 300 thousands cubic meters of concrete. The length of the dam is also quite impressive and forms 338 meters. In 1964, the Bogendamm was still to be built. The construction work had been postponed for ten years because of the necessity of the rock eruption.

Chirkei dam, Russia At present, Chirkei hydroelectric power station is the most powerful not only in Dagestan but also in the territory of Caucasus. Chirkei Dam is the second largest dam in Russia. The hydroelectric structure of the impressive size erected for the production of electric power has led to the formation of the incredibly beautiful and large water basin. Just 50 years ago, the small villages were in its place. During the construction, more than 800 houses were moved from Chirkei Aul. More than 3,000 hectares of the agricultural countries were flooded.

However, these losses appear to be immaterial in comparison with the advantages that the dam has brought to the region. The regulation of water resources has made it possible to expand the agricultural territories. And the advantages of generating electricity from electricity are undeniable. The beautiful dam also attracts many travelers. Most of the guests are keen on ecotourism. Recently a new fish farm was opened next to the hydroelectric power station. During an excursion you can find out how the specialists support the trout population. To the beginning - Nurek Dam

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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Bankomat Sberbanka Rossii' located in 24 km ( check the route on the map).
Apotheek: 'Apteka №111' in 26 km
Railway station: 'Kizilyurt' in 25 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Novo Alexeyevka Airport TBS - in 214 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Chirkei dam

Grozniy City Hotel

Located in 102 km from Chirkei dam
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Rooms: 303
Each air-conditioned room at Grozniy City Hotel is elegantly decorated in warm colours and includes a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms are fitted with … More: photo, rates and booking
Arena City

Located in 103 km from Chirkei dam
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Rooms: 26
The individually decorated rooms at Arena City include satellite TV, an electric kettle and a refrigerator. Every room has a private bathroom … More: photo, rates and booking
Artis Plaza Hotel

Located in 169 km from Chirkei dam
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Rooms: 40
The classically designed rooms provide guests with a minibar, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area with a … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel Imperial

Located in 178 km from Chirkei dam
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Rooms: 33
The modern spacious rooms come with a TV. The private bathrooms offer a bath or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms have a sofa. … More: photo, rates and booking

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