The village is in Novoderkul Belovodskiy district in Luhansk, almost all of the most significant events of this village are connected with horses.
"Horse and man ... No man is surrounded by the animal to which he owed more than the horses. She had a smart indispensable assistant in the daily work, faithful friend in life, beautiful, graceful companion on the road. In Russia has always been highly valued and paid tribute to the horse: loved, pitied, cherished, admired, proud and took care of her, "- a line from the book AB Fedorov, which is dedicated to Derkul stud farm .
Stud
Derkul state stud farm was founded in 1767 by decree of Empress Catherine II, were brought here the best breed of elite horses. More than 240 years are bred horses, to this day they are in high demand among athletes and fans of equestrian sports, as well as breeders. Pets of the plant are regular participants of various horse races, the whole history of their achievements and victories in the Museum of History Derkul stud.
Buildings stud are monuments of the 18-19th centuries. The basic structure of the plant are considered central coaching stables, wall thickness is 1.5 meters, which allows not otaplivatpomescheniya, throughout the year there are stored comfortable for horses.
Preserved and "Japanese arena" - a unique building, the only one of its kind, the date of its construction - 1897. Round wooden frame in diameter is 34 meters, rests on a central pedestal made of cedar, its height - 30 meters. The whole structure looks like a Japanese umbrella, which was the name for the arena.
"Output arena" - this room was used for presentation of horses eminent customers. Its main feature - it`s light, coming from the windows of the dome, so the room does not need a daytime lighting.
Today, on Derkul stud horses grow and English breed Ukrainian horse breed. One of the most renowned stallion was Perky, is the winner of many competitions in Europe and the world, the only domestic racer, won the award for the Washington racing racetrack in Laurelli. And now at the plant saved the best traditions of horse breeding and a rich historical past, no matter what.
Doors Derkul stud always open for guests who wish to learn about the history of this complex, with beautiful animals, and also take the opportunity to ride a horse.
How to get there
By car on the highway Lugansk - Millerovo before turning Belovodsk, in turn is a pointer to stud. Receiving visitors from 10:00 to 18:00.