Galichya Gora and not Angry Birds in Central Russia

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

Galichya gora is a nature reserve in Lipetsk region. It is one of the smallest reserves in the world. The place is well-known because of its plants, birds and animals. There tourists can see ancient rock formations, visit the museum and look at different predatory birds.
Visiting Galichya gora nature reserve you will closely see different birds and admire their might and grace.

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

This owl with orange eyes reminded me about Russian fairy tales charachter - Baba Yaga. She had owl that fulfilled all her orders.

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

When I was looking at this bird, it seemed that it winked me. Or probably it just wanted to sleep.

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

And look at this bird, especially at its head position relative to body. Don't try to do the same.

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

This bird was probably a little bit agressive.

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

Of course except birds in this reserve tourists can enjoy flora.

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

Just think what was this place centuries ago.

Galichya gora, Lipetsk region

Moreover in Lipetsk region tourists can visit safari-park Kudykina Gora where they will see a copy of an ancient fortress, a dragon from fairy tale and different animals, for example orange ships.