Mologa river stretches within three Russian regions: Tver, Novgorod and Vologda.It is equally loved by both fishermen and canoeists.What are the main natural features of the river?As its resources are being used today?This will be discussed in this article.
River Mologa geography and major tributaries
If we talk about the natural diversity, our country is unparalleled throughout the world.The richest mineral resources, fertile soil and vast reserves of water resources - that's what Russia is rich!Mologa River flows within the three administrative regions of the country.Its total length in this case is 455 kilometers.
Tver, Novgorod and Vologda region - the river Mologa stretches the boundaries of these administrative units.The source of the river is considered to be a swamp near the village key.But the Rybinsk Reservoir (Russian or sea) is its mouth - it is here today bears his water river Mologa (Tver region, near the town of Vesegonsk).
By the way, before the construction of 30-ies of the Rybinsk unit length of this waterway was much higher than now.As many as 607 kilometers - that was the river Mologa!
Tver region now borders with Vologda just the bed of Mologa.On the river there are three cities (Ustyuzhna, Pestovo, Bezhetsk) and one village (Maksatikha).
Mologi largest tributaries - the river is Kez, Kobozha, Chagodoshcha, Saragozha, Ostrech and others.
Natural features waterway
riverbed is covered with ice in November, and the break-up begins around the beginning of April and can last up to 8-10 days.
In its upper, middle and lower reaches of the river Mologa very different.And indeed, the river is striking in its diversity.So, going down the river even one kilometer, you can be surprised to find that the river has changed beyond recognition!That's what it is so fond of water tourists, because here you can organize a stunning alloy.
Mologa River in the upper reaches of the form of this very smoothly meandering watercourse with an average width of riverbed about 15 meters.It is widely spreads near Bezhetsk, forming a whole series of lakes.Mostly width Mologi here reaches 500-600 meters.And in some parts of the river is divided into several branches.
Near the town of Pestovo in the Mologa there are many beaches and shores are occupied by forests.Having an influx Chagodoshcha, within Mologa becomes almost imperceptible: the proximity effect of the Rybinsk Reservoir.
development of navigation on the river
should be noted that ships on the Mologa seen infrequently.Today, the river is navigable up to the town Zhelyabova.On it there is a small river fleet.
In 2008 began the reconstruction of the quay in the capital city Vesyegonsk, and a year later arrived in the city the first boat with tourists.
In 2011, the first time in the 80-year period, river expedition was carried out above the city Ustyuzhna.Then the ship reached Safrontsevskih rapids on the river.
ghost town Mologa
Talking about the river, not to mention the ghost town Mologa.
Mologa was founded in 1777.The city was flooded in 30 years of the twentieth century, the waters of the Rybinsk Reservoir.At that time its population was no less than 7 thousand people.
Construction Rybinsk hydropower began in 1935.Initially, it was planned that the level of flooding will be 98 meters above sea level (just at this altitude was Mologa), but later this parameter is increased by four meters.Thus, the city was completely under the water of the river.
total from the flooded area were evicted about 130 thousand inhabitants.Eviction Poti lasted 4 years.Most of the migrants ended up in the village of Slip, near Rybinsk.
Since the early 70-ies of the former inhabitants of Mologa gather annually to honor the memory of his native city.Although Stalin's time is strictly forbidden, the authorities tried to erase the flooded city even from people's memory.
amazing event occurred in 2014, in the summer.The water level in the artificial sea greatly lowered, and the once-flooded part of the city was on the surface.In particular, you can see the walls and foundations of houses, the city cemetery, and even entire streets Mologa.In connection with these events, the community of former residents of Mologa decided to visit the ruins of his hometown.
Rafting on the river Mologa Mologa
- in the list of the most suitable rivers of Russia for the water tourist.Rafting on boats and kayaks here - not a rare phenomenon.
Rafting on the river Mologa - it is always an exciting and memorable adventure.The most popular in this regard section of the river from the village to the town of Pestovo Maksatikha.Mologa is quite tortuous, narrow and diverse.And what could be better for a full rafting?
alloy in this area is very comfortable, in no way destroyed bridges, dams or any blockages.Rapids on the river there, except in the low water in some areas may appear minor rifts.
After an active and energetic rafting on the river can be situated on one of the shores of Mologa on vacation.As a rule, the left bank of the river - pretty flat, and the right - a steep and precipitous.However, any of them will open a luxurious view of the river.Most of all the tourist sites located in pine forests, it only reinforces the impression of a pleasant vacation on the river Mologa.
Features fishing Mologa Mologa
- river fishing which also leaves a lot of positive emotions.
Ichthyofauna Mologi generally typical of the temperate zone of the river Russia.It is home to perch, pike, bream and ide, roach, chub, rudd and other fish species.If you're lucky, you can also catch burbot, carp, catfish, or bull-logs.The size of fish are directly dependent on the level of the spring floods of the river.
fish against the Mologa is possible by various methods.But, according to the fishermen with experience, the best method here - it's catching on spinning.This method of choice for many, as it has successfully connected to the sport and aesthetics, excitement and science.Besides spinning fisherman opens up wide possibilities for various experiments and inventions.
perch, ide, chub and pike - these are the types of fish that are of interest here-spinning fisherman.Those who prefer the bait, will try to catch Mologa roach, dace and bream.As a bait you can use peas, canned corn or ordinary earthworms.
In conclusion ...
Mologa River - a major tributary of the Volga, which gathers its waters from the territory of three regions: Tver, Novgorod and Vologda.This waterway - a real paradise for fishermen and water tourists.After all, here you can fully enjoy the natural beauty and the rest from heavy everyday city life.
