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Belokuricha is a true Siberian oasis, where the temperature remains higher than usual for these latitudes all year round, thanks to the surrounding mountains. There is almost no wind and little precipitation. There are just as many sunny days in Belokuricha as in Crimea, but in summer there is no oppressive heat due to regular rainfall.

The thermal springs that flow into the Belokuricha River attracted the first Russian settlers in the mid-19th century. In 1867, the first spring was established, named Smeinyj Kolodez (Snake Well). Once, dozens of reptiles actually came here, drawn by the warmth, but now a chapel has been built over the spring to protect visitors from the reptiles. It is located just 100 meters west of the "Belokuricha" resort complex.

Since the 1920s, those seeking relaxation began to come here intentionally. Initially, they stayed with private individuals and visited the newly built bathhouses and canteen before residential buildings were constructed. In the 1970s, sanatoriums were built, which are still in operation today after extensive renovations. Large-scale construction of new facilities a few kilometers away from the historic buildings began in the 21st century when the President of the RF showed interest in Belokuricha.

The first settlers were impressed by the steam that rose from the thermal streams even in the coldest winters, and they gave this place the fitting name – Belokuricha. Over a distance of 31 kilometers from the spring area at Mount Sinjucha to the Ob River, the narrow stream rolls from stone to stone, overcoming picturesque obstacles.

In the south of the city lies Mount Zerkovka, whose summit can be reached on foot in about 1.5 hours, although the path is quite strenuous due to the elevation difference of nearly 550 meters. It is easier to use the chairlift that operates year-round.

In Belokuricha, the first state figures, well-known writers, and actors came. During the war, the "Artek" pioneer camp was evacuated here, which operated until 1945.

Health is taken seriously in the city: sanatoriums offer healing baths, treatments with Altai mud, and designated health paths. There is even a research institute for resort medicine that studies the healing properties of the local nature.

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