Altai Republic

Altai Republic extends from the Kazakh frontier to the Mongolian border, encompassing high mountain chains, intermontane basins and broad river valleys. The Katun River begins in glaciers beneath Belukha, at 4,506 metres the highest peak in Siberia, before flowing north through the republic. Lake Teletskoye, one of Russia’s deepest lakes, lies amid the forested Altai Mountains. This is also the homeland of the Altai people, whose language and musical traditions remain an important part of regional identity. Continue with other webcams from the area to see how this part of southern Siberia connects regionally.

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