Odessa catacombs, Russia

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Lenght: 2500 km.

Odessa catacombs are one of the biggest in the world. Its length is approximately 2,5 thousand kilometers. The main part of the underground ways are the old quarries, where stones for city building were taken. In the 19th century the catacombs have begun to build but after the revolution the rock work have to be stopped. The reason covered in a serious geological threatens.

These huge undergrounds have an outstanding history. After the revolution in 1917 they were full of criminals. Many of them weren’t shut in a prison for decades because they hid deep in the underground. During the Second World War, these catacombs were the natural shielding for soviet soldiers. The most interesting labyrinths are located under the historical district of Odessa.

According to some reports, right here in the beginning of the 19th century was made the first quarry. The walls have saved the interesting epigraphs that were made by workers. Another peculiarity of catacombs is that they are united with other natural solutional caves in one complex. Natural solutional caves are interesting not only for speleologists but also for tourists. Odessa catacombs are one of the most twisted and dangerous undergrounds in the world. Even specially trained dogs can’t get form them out by themselves. Today the underground tunnels are used for city needs. There are placed the warehouses of local factories and telephones.

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Zirka Hotel

Located in 0 km from Odessa catacombs
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The bright hotel rooms offer warm-coloured interiors and classic-style décor. Each room comes with a TV and a private bathroom. Snacks and drinks … More: photo, rates and booking

Victoria Apartments

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The bright, air-conditioned apartments offer modern interiors. Each apartment includes a TV, a seating area, a washing machine and a private … More: photo, rates and booking

Shalanda

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Shalanda Restaurant offers European cuisine. It is possible to order breakfast in room, or to have a drink in the bar. All classic-style, … More: photo, rates and booking

Hotel Banya

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Top destination around Odessa catacombs - Odessa

Cathedral Square is one of the most visited attractions in Odessa. It serves as the venue for a number of interesting cultural and entertainment events. If you visit the square on a Saturday evening, you can witness a pretty unusual action - an exciting fire show. It is organized every Saturday, and absolutely everyone can enjoy mesmerizing movements of fire tamers and free of charge.
If you miss your hometown while walking around Odessa, hurry to Duma street . Here, not far from the embankment, you'll discover a very unusual monument - a pointer showing the way to other cities of the world. All fans of unusual monuments should look for their hometown on the pointer and take a picture against it.

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