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Russia sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places

Russia is a wonderful place to try different types of tourism. In this country you find wonderful beach resorts, ancient cities with rich historic heritage and magnificent nature parks.
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We should start from describing the most famous places of interest of the capital. Kremlin is the main symbol of the city and an internationally famous attraction. This is a very important historic and architectural landmark, and every building on its territory is a new page in the history of the country. The Red Square is located in front of the eastern wall of the complex. During several centuries the square was a witness to many important historic events. The Red Square was constructed on the site of numerous wooden houses, which made the threat of fire very real and, therefore, their presence was inacceptable near the royal residence. Nowadays, there are many exhibition halls, museums, parks and churches near the Red Square and the Kremlin complex.
The city of Saint Petersburg remains the cultural capital of Russia. Nearly every street in this city is an important historic and architectural place of interest. Travelers are recommended to visit Peterhof, a famous series of palaces and gardens, which is located not far away from the center of the city. Peterhof was built by initiative and under control of Russian tsar Peter the Great. Nowadays, the palace exhibits numerous historic documents, plans and drafts. The Smolny Cathedral is one more famous attraction of the city that is also recommended to visit. The beautiful cathedral is made in best traditions of baroque style. Its height is 94 metres; its halls and the facade are decorated with gilding, and blue walls of the cathedral feature skillfully made fretwork. Inner premises of the Smolny are no less beautiful and amaze visitors with stunning frescoes and carvings. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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The most famous resort destinations in Russia are Sochi, Anapa and Adler. These cities are also rich in numerous historic buildings and modern entertainment centers. Travelers are recommended to visit the dolphinarium, which is open in Adler. Here visitors will be able to see entertainment performances and shows. Besides dolphins, the shows feature seals and visitors can see a true king of the sea - a giant white whale. The tomb of Hercules remains the most unusual landmark of Anapa. It was discovered during archaeological excavations in 1975. The tomb belonged to Gorgippia, a noble family. It's more than 1500 years old and got such an unusual name because of beautiful drawings that feature scenes from myths about Hercules.

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The most famous and most popular tourist route in Russia is the Golden Ring. This route covers a range of beautiful historical cities, each of which attracts with its historical sites. Sergiyev Posad is famous for its religious attractions. Pereslavl-Zalessky will impress you with its historical architecture and breathtaking landscapes. In Kostroma, travelers can visit many interesting museums. The entire territory of historical city Suzdal is considered as a museum in the open air at all.
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Fans of beach recreation often visit the resorts of Krasnodar Krai and, on the contrary, many people prefer the beaches of the Crimean Peninsula. Beach resorts located on the Black Sea coast have another interesting feature - upscale treatment centers. The region is notable for its healing climate. There are healing mineral springs and unique liman lakes. In Crimea, there are famous mud-cure resorts, some of which were formed in the 19th century. Vacationing here is interesting and comfortable for everyone who used to combine its favorite entertainments and care for the health.
In Russia, there are also excellent ski resorts. The best region for fans of active recreation and winter entertainments is the Urals. There are such famous ski centers, as Abzakovo and Bannoye. Picturesque ski areas are visited by tourists not only in winter, but also in the warm season. In summer, fans of hiking tours like vacationing here. The Urals are notable for their amazing nature attractions. Besides, the Urals are climbers’ favorite place for recreation.
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A very few foreign guests visit the Far East region of Russia but it is not less interesting because of this. This region is very far from the capital. Its main value is enchanting national parks. The main city of the region is Vladivostok that will impress you with various historical and architectural attractions. Nature admirers have an opportunity to visit national parks of the Kamchatka Peninsula, reach beautiful desert islands and admire magnificent volcanoes. The Far East region will impress gourmets too, as they can taste the rarest seafood delicacies here.
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Famous and uniques places in Russia from our review series

Butyrskaya Prison

From the series “Famous prisons of the world”
There are several historical prisons in Moscow. Butyrskaya prison is considered the most famous of them. Officially, it is called Pre-Trial Detention Center No. 2. The prison building is the most valuable historical and architectural monument for the Russian capital. Butyrsky Khutor was located on the site of the current prison during the reign of Catherine II. It was decided to build a barracks for the Butyrsky Hussar Regiment in it. It was converted into prison later. Many famous personalities served their sentences in it.

It was here that Yemelyan Pugachev spent the last days of his life. His cell was located in the basement of the prison tower. This tower is one of the main features of the architectural monument. It is named in honor of Pugachev. The building of the old barracks … Read all

Siberian Traps

From the series “Volcanoes that changed the face of the Earth”
One of the world's largest igneous provinces was formed in Siberia more than 252 million years ago. The eruption happened then. It is considered one of the largest in the history of the existence of our planet. According to only approximate estimates of researchers, the volume of lava that came to the surface of the earth was about 4 million cubic kilometers. The large igneous province occupies the entire territory of Western Siberia. Its area can be compared with Western Europe.

Such a serious eruption led to the death of 70% of the animals that existed on the planet. No more than 4% of marine animals survived the disaster. It is to this incredible eruption that Western Siberia owes its present unique appearance. It also influenced the formation of landscapes in the surrounding areas. … Read all

Moscow Oceanarium

From the series “Famous unfinished buildings ”
Construction of the new Oceanarium began near Victory Park in Moscow in 2007. According to the existing project, it was planned to build several dozen objects with a total area of 180,000 square meters. The area of the Oceanarium itself was supposed to be 24,000 square meters. It was planned to build apartment complexes and hotels near the modern entertainment center. The total cost of the grand project was estimated at the US $600 million.

It was the unique Oceanarium that was supposed to be the main component of the complex. About 6,000 expositions were planned to be placed in it. However, it was possible to implement less than 10 percent of the project during the work. The construction had to be stopped due to a serious economic dispute in 2008. It was only possible to settle it by … Read all
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto

The Hilton Kyoto hotel will be attractive to a wide range of guests. Leisure travelers will appreciate the close proximity to famous attractions such as Heian and Yasaka Temples, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the scenic Gion Historical District. In a few minutes, guests can reach the metro stations, the path to the sights of interest will not take much time. Read this

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Sightseeing in popular cities of Russia

Saint Petersburg
An interesting landmark is the Peter I Lodge built in the 18th century. It became the first residential building on the territory of the new city. It was here that the Russian emperor lived during the foundation of St. Petersburg. According to one of the legends, the house for the emperor was built by skilled carpenters in just three days. In 1930, a fascinating museum was opened in this miniature building. Among its exhibits are personal belongings of the emperor. The most beautiful … Read more
Sochi
Ahun Mount is a special nature and historic object. It is about 660 m high. The mount is quite “flat”, so ascent of which will require no special skills. There are a lot of hiking routes in the submontane area. When walking here, tourists can admire relic trees and beautiful caves. On top of the mountain, there is a small park where you can see the old tower and visit several viewing platforms. In Sochi, there is one of the oldest temples, the Cathedral of Archangel Michael, on the … Read more
Moscow
The capital is famous for its modern architectural monuments, including the famous "Moscow City" Business Center. It is a complex of skyscrapers featuring the original futuristic design. The height of the main building reaches 235 meters. It's nice to admire the high-rise buildings on a sunny day when their mirror facades reflect the sun's rays. One of the capital's most recognizable religious sights is the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century … Read more
Krasnodar
In one of the most beautiful historical buildings in Krasnodar, there is the Art Museum of F. A. Kovalenko. It is the oldest museum in the North Caucasus. The art gallery was opened at the beginning of the 20th century. Today, the museum houses over 13 000 exhibits, including amazing paintings and sculptures and pieces of applied arts. The museum was founded by F.A. Kovalenko, a famous collector. His private collection is a core of the unique museum exposure. Another unique attraction … Read more
Kazan
Another interesting attraction is the Temple of All Religions. This religious monument has a lot of architectural peculiarities. The author of this unusual temple’s project was the humanist Ildar Hasanov. He managed to create the project of the temple that combines 16 confessions. The construction is a difficult asymmetrical complex with domes and towers in all the colors of the rainbow. On the facade, you can see windows of different shape and size, arches, and other unusual decorative … Read more
Adler
The resort and its surroundings are notable for outstanding nature attractions. The most beautiful park in the city is called Southern Cultures. It occupies almost 20 hectares. In the park, you can see rare plants. In total, there are over 5 000 plant species, including wonderful Japanese sakura, tulip tree, and other exotic plants. One of the main attractions in the park is a huge oak aged over 300 years. There are also several beautiful artificial ponds with lilies and an amazing rose … Read more
Anapa
In the surroundings of Anapa, there are several unique archeological districts. Some of them can be visited by absolutely everyone now. The most popular one is the archeological park called Gorgippia. It was built at the archeological site of the namesake antique colony. The researchers have found out that this settlement was formed in the 4th century BC and covered over 2 hectares. They also found here the ruins of old temples and residential houses. Today, the visitors of the archeological … Read more
Gelendzhik
The Olympus Park is a popular recreation place among tourists. Multiple amusement rides, restaurants, and cafes attract many travelers In the middle of the tourist season. There is also a small zoo. Its main attraction is the Ferris wheel. In the summer, many outdoor concerts, festivals and competitions are held in the park. As it is located on the hilltop, you can reach it by cable car. When being lifted up, you can admire incredibly beautiful mountain landscapes. In Gelenjik, there … Read more

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