Sun Temple in Crimea: what are its features and how to get to it?

There are places on our planet that attract not only with their beauty, but also with the special power and atmosphere that prevails there. From ancient times they were pilgrimage points. There are several such places in Russia. They are in Altai, the Urals, in the Sayan Mountains. We will tell you about the place of power, comfortably located in the Crimea. In the people it has several names, but the most common one is the Temple of the Sun.

Hearing for the first time the name Temple of the Sun, many represent a real ancient structure, but not rock fragments. And this is exactly what the local famous Stonehenge looks like. This is a real creation of nature. The joke is that collapsed rocks formed a beautiful pattern at the foot of the mountain. In the center is the so-called Altar, and around the circumference is a group of huge stones.

You can see this attraction in all its glory from the top of Mount Ilyas Kai. In the center there will be a huge boulder, people call it the Altar. On the circumference are 7 pointed stones. Their height reaches 7-10 meters. An attentive observer will notice that the stones not only form an almost regular circle, but are also inclined at an angle of about 60 degrees from the center. Romantic natures will certainly have an association with an opened flower with 7 petals.

Unlike most of the man-made sights of Crimea, the date of creation of which is known for sure, this natural site does not have a birthday.Scientists do not give an exact answer to the question of when this unique place was formed.

The reason for the formation, according to geologists, looks quite prosaic. The stones were randomly stacked in the form of a stone flower as a result of the collapse of part of the Ilyas-Kaya mountain. Mystics and esoterics do not support such a legend. According to them, nothing happens by nature in nature. They consider this natural attraction a real place of power.

People come here for inspiration, for replenishment of energy reserves, and in search of answers, and ask for fulfillment of their cherished desires. It is hard to say how effective this is in achieving these goals. Many claim that they felt an influx of energy and a special atmosphere permeating this place with their whole body. But even notorious skeptics note the extraordinary beauty of the landscapes. Especially mysterious and mystical, this place appears in the rays of sunset and dawn.

In the past, near the Crimean "Stonehenge" was the temple of St. Elijah.

As for the legends associated with this place, the most popular is the story of two brothers. One of them was not honest and righteous and was famous for his "dirty" deeds. For this, the gods decided to punish him and turned him into stone. The other was pure in soul and thoughts. He loved his brother very much, despite all his shortcomings. Upon learning of the tragedy that happened to him, he prayed to the gods. He asked only one thing, to turn it forever into stone, in order to be inseparable from his brother. The gods could not refuse to fulfill his desire. And now the brothers froze forever in the form of two fused stones in the Temple of the Sun.

You can see them today. Unlike all other lonely monuments, these literally grew into each other. An interesting fact is that scientists have precisely established the identity of the rock that these two stones are made of. But if you touch them with your palm, you can notice the temperature difference. No scientific explanation for this phenomenon has yet been found.

If you look at this attraction from a height, you can see that the composition really resembles a stone flower. Hence the unique names of this place that can be found among the people were born. Alone, it resembles a stone flower, or rather, a daisy. According to one version, it was in honor of this sacred plant for many peoples that the Temple of the Sun was named. The fact is that chamomile in ancient Egypt was considered the embodiment of God Ra (the Sun). Even in ancient times, it was believed that chamomile grows only in those places where a star fell from the sky.

The Temple of the Sun is 30 km from Sevastopol. Such a close proximity to a large city makes it one of the most accessible places, which, according to esoteric people, have a special energy. You can get here by walking step. This makes it easily accessible and one of the most popular. After all, to get to other similar points, you will need special training and equipment.

If you travel by your own transport, then you will need to move along the Yalta-Sevastopol highway. On the map you can see in advance where the Laspi Bay stop is located. It is here that you need. No one will give you a more accurate address. Having arrived here, you will have to leave your four-wheeled friend and go on foot along the path trodden over the years.

It will be difficult to get lost, since the main path diverges in only one place, forming a fork. But no matter which of the two roads you choose, you will still come to the Temple. Only one of them is longer, the second is shorter. If you are limited in time, then choose a path with a blue pointer. Those who want to reflect on the road and enjoy nature should follow the red sign.

From Sevastopol and Foros organized tourist excursions to this place. But do not hope that you will reach the temple by bus or car. In any case, you have to overcome some distance on foot. True, today you can get there on ATVs. But most tourists prefer hiking in the area.

The route leads uphill, but do not be afraid. Even those who are far from sports or are in advanced age will be able to overcome it.

It is difficult to name all the reasons why travelers go to the Temple of the Sun. But there are several main groups.

The first go there to enjoy beautiful landscapes and an unusual composition of ancient boulders. Others are attracted by the mystical side of the attraction. At the same time, certain rituals and traditions have developed over the years that should be performed when visiting this unique place.

To confirm that the place has a special energy, its admirers also cite the fact that it was here in the recent Soviet past that the Germans organized a research center. But according to legend, the Temple of the Sun helps only those whose intentions are pure and not self-serving.

Whether you see this as a mystical meaning or are inclined to assume that this is an accident (or even an accident) is not so important. Going on a journey, do not expect that a miracle will happen to you or that you will instantly achieve enlightenment. Just surrender to the silence of these places, admire the beauty of pristine nature, remember that a person is also an integral part of it. Such a positively colored emotional rest will definitely have a beneficial effect on the mental state.

If you believe and are ready to repeat some rituals, then you should familiarize yourself with them.

The altar is the place of sacrifice. But don't be alarmed. In this case, it is recommended to take with you any flower that will be your offering. Even at the beginning of the article, we said that the place is compared with an opened chamomile flower. It is worth taking with you. Any yellow flowers are also suitable, because it is not for nothing that they have a shade of heavenly luminary.

There are no clear recommendations for the ritual of giving gifts. Therefore, today on the Altar you can see fruits, and coins, and personal items. If this trend continues, and the flow of tourists increases, then in the future this place is definitely threatened with clogging. Therefore, give preference to a simple daisy.

There is a belief that this place has special meaning and power at dawn. And this is quite logical. The Temple of the Sun is gaining strength from its heavenly patron when he appears in the sky. One important rule to remember. Whatever your desire, it should not harm others. Also, do not ask for the fulfillment of selfish desires.

And if the previous unwritten rule is very clear and logical, then another one causes more disagreement. It says that you should not dream that you yourself will not be able to master. That is, before you want something, you must carry out internal work and understand your capabilities. This also has a deep meaning that everyone interprets in their own way.

Going to these places for the fulfillment of a cherished desire, the following actions should be performed.

• Having risen to the top of the mountain, do not rush to go down to the Temple. Take a pass and think about what burdens your life, what would you like to get rid of.
• Moisten your hands with water and wipe your face. Next, shake the drops from your palms. Wipe drops are not advised. Such a symbolic ritual will symbolize the purification and deliverance of everything negative in your life.
• Go down to the Altar. Think about your desire again, it should be positive. You should not formulate it in the form of a memorized phrase "I want ...". Try to imagine it as an image.
• Raise your hands up, in the right hold the flower brought, and open the left towards the sun. Let thoughts flow smoothly, take your time.
• Look at the top and imagine how you release your desire into the Universe.

People with special gifts respect this place. They conduct more complex rituals here. A simple layman should understand that this place is with special energy, and, moreover, very strong. After all, the sun gives life to all living things. This is a positive and creative energy, therefore it is necessary to come here with good intentions.

The Temple of the Sun is a special and mystical place. Some see in it only a beautiful creation of nature, others consider it a place of power. In any case, the tourists who visited here could not remain indifferent to this unusual natural attraction. You can only make up your personal opinion by visiting there. So hit the road and make your own discoveries.

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