Adiyukh Tower

The most famous watchtower in Karachay-Cherkessia is the Adiyukh Tower, located on the bank of the Maly Zelenchuk on top of a small cliff in the Khabezsky district of KCR. This five-story building was built in the 18th century to protect against enemy raids and is the only surviving element of a large fortress that was completely destroyed by wars and time.

According to legend, the tower was built by the Nart Sosruko in honor of a girl named Adiyukh, whom he wanted to take to distant lands, but she died on the way. He erected this structure for her to eternally rest his beloved. Thus, the Adiyukh Tower became a symbol of love and devotion in the region.