Near the town of Pereslavl-Zalessky in the Yaroslavl region is Lake Pleshcheyevo, the birthplace of the Russian fleet. Here the first amusing ships were launched by the young Peter the Great. And there are many legends about the lake, because the foggy area around it is recognized as an anomalous zone.
Many monasteries and temples were built on the shores of the lake. However, the locals are sure that a different force dwells here. Previously, it was here that the pagans made sacrifices. There are rumors that people have seen a UFO nearby.
Fogs
The mysterious reservoir was glorified by its fogs. They appear gradually, making everything around invisible. They say that it is impossible to find the way in it, so it is very easy to get lost in the dense haze. In the haze, people hear strange sounds and see indistinct silhouettes.
Local fishermen said that in the fog you can get lost in space and time. People disappeared, and back appeared just as unexpectedly a few days later. But the fog also dissipates unexpectedly and very quickly.
However, the main secret was the Xin-stone. The giant twelve-ton boulder got its name for its unusual blue hue. The stone was moved to the hill in antiquity: the Finno-Ugric tribes carried out rituals around it.
Blue stone
The Slavs named the hill Yarilina (Alexandrova) mountain, and turned the boulder into a place of worship for Yaril. During Christianity, the Xin-stone was again moved to the shore, and a church was erected on the top of the hill. But local residents still performed rituals here on the night of Ivan Kupala.
The clergy tried to get rid of the stone many times. Only as a result, the lump returned to its original place. After 60 years, he reappeared on the shore, where he had stood for many years.
It is said that the stone emits a bluish light at night. Against the background of the boulder, they take pictures, coming as close as possible, hugging the boulder, asking for happiness for loved ones and for themselves, making wishes and dreaming of fulfillment. It is believed that if you dream with a pure heart, everything will come true, and those who need it will get good luck in everything. They sincerely believe in the healing power of a boulder.
Yarilina gora
The structure of the stone is porous, so travelers slowly break off pieces as a keepsake. At home, they are turned into powder for additives to water. There is a withered tree near the Xin-stone. Tourists attach scraps from their clothes to it. According to the signs, all diseases will go away if you leave a piece of clothing here.
Previously, the block lay on the mountain. The boulder was called the heart of Yarila. Near the idol on the hill, the Slavs played games. Later, the mountain was artificially raised during the time of Alexander Nevsky. In memory of the childhood spent in Pereslavl-Zalessky, the prince ordered to build a monastery.
However, not a single religious building on the hill has taken root. The monastery was destroyed during the Time of Troubles, and the church perished in the fire. Because of the empty summit, people renamed the mountain to Bald. They say that the energy here is amazing.
Double bottom
Scuba divers disappeared many times in Lake Pleshcheyevo. According to divers, the reservoir has a double bottom. They are sure that if you dive deep, you will not get back. The scientific version explains the appearance of underwater voids by the leaching of salts.
The reservoir is also connected with Kitezh-grad. There is a version that the legendary city stood in that place. Attracts the amazing lake and ufologists.
Mysterious objects are noticed over the water at night and lights are often seen.
Probably, over time, the secrets of Lake Pleshcheevo will be revealed. But so far it remains one of the most mysterious places in Russia.
