Lepsinsk

In this splendid place The Zhongaralatau State National Park is located. It was established to protect Sivers apple trees. These fruit trees occupy about 1.5 percent of the total park area. Sivers trees are unique due the fact that many scientists consider them to be the ancestor of all the remaining varieties of apples on the planet. It is proven by the experiments of experienced geneticists. Some people even put forward a bold hypothesis that the first people expelled by God from the paradise tasted the fruits of the Sievers apple tree.

The park has a clearly bordered area thanks to the two rivers – Lepsy and Aganakatta. In the local meadows the grass is incredibly tall and often higher than an average person. The inspectors working in this place not only protect the amazing nature, but offer guide services to tourists as well. Moreover, they inspect local attractions on horseback. After all, nature in the reserve is virgin, there are almost no decent paths.

Separately, we should mention the uniqueness of the upper plateau. It is spread on several tens of square kilometers, and from different sides is edged by deep cloves. It offers magnificent views of the bright green hills and valleys, with the edges being decorated by nature with granite rocks. Indeed, every new step in this place opens up incredible breathtaking landscapes.

Tourists are offered a trip to Aganakatta Valley. There are two Zhasylkel lakes here, which are simply called: the “Upper” 2,270 meters, and the “Lower” 1,660 meters. The difference in height between them is approximately 610 meters. It’s easy to get to the lower lake. However, you have to work hard to get to the Upper one. The spurs are incredibly high here; they impede the spread of warm air coming from the Balkhash deserts. Therefore, it often rains and snows in the valley in summer. Although, for example, 10-15 kilometers away it can be sunny and warm.

Going down the serpentine path, you pass through impenetrable thickets of various herbs. With every new step bringing you closer to the lake of unprecedented beauty. It is located at the clove bottom and is bordered by tall ridges. The lake is called Zhasylkel. Its waters have an amazing natural color, with prevailing milky and blue shades. If you look around the lake, you will see wild forests. In this place, you feel the mighty power of nature. Zhasylkel Lake is the largest in the local mountains.

There are not so many unusual natural places in Kazakhstan. In the world it is almost impossible to find such marvelous landscapes and places. And yet, the park has not lost its naturalness over the centuries, which is a magnet for many tourists from different parts of the world.

At the bottom, Aganakatta and Lepsy rivers merge. Due to the powerful stream, they easily pass through the ridge and brake themselves free into the vast expanses of the plain. This current goes an extremely long way. And only in 2 hundred kilometers Lepsy flows into Balkhash lake. On the river floodplain, you can enjoy incredible beauty of flowers and various herbs. Above these natural beauties, the unceasing melodic ringing of hardworking bees can be constantly heard.

For several decades, an apiary has been operating here. Here, craftsmen collect delicious honey. You will immediately feel the product quality! The local honey is not sugary, nor is it diluted with additives. Unlike the products that you buy on the markets of large settlements.

Are you dreaming of discovering a magnificent region with unspoiled nature? Then go on a trip with the park’s professional staff. They will show you all the corners of this wonderful place.