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

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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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National and city parks of Russia
♥ Nature Park 'Alazea' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bashkiria' . On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Buzulukskiy bor' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Chavash Varmane' . On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Juzhno-Kamchatskiy' . On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Alazea' . On the map


♥ National Park 'Bashkiria' . On the map


♥ Forest Park 'Buzulukskiy bor' . On the map


♥ National Park 'Chavash Varmane' . On the map


♥ Nature Park 'Juzhno-Kamchatskiy' . On the map


Castles of Russia
♥ Castle 'Donskoy Monastery' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Ferapontov Monastery' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Gdov Kremlin' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Goritsky Monastery' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Ipatiev Monastery' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Donskoy Monastery' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Ferapontov Monastery' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Gdov Kremlin' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Goritsky Monastery' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Ipatiev Monastery' . On the map


Palaces in Russia
♥ Palace 'Catherine Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Constantine Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Gatchina Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Grand Kremlin Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Kolomenskoye palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Catherine Palace' . On the map


♥ Palace 'Constantine Palace' . On the map


♥ Palace 'Gatchina Palace' . On the map


♥ Palace 'Grand Kremlin Palace' . On the map


♥ Palace 'Kolomenskoye palace' . On the map


Famous and uniques places in Russia from our review series
Kul Sharif Mosque
From the series “Top Largest and Famous Mosques Worldwide”
In 1996 right at this significant place was built a new mosque. In June 2005 there was an opening ceremony. This mosque capacity is 1 500 people but the square can have up to 10 000 people. This is a real Muslim scarify place that's why it is closed for tourists. They can see the mosque only from two special balconies. Every element of decoration is very valuable. Masters … Read all
Saint Andrews Cathedral
From the series “The Most Elegant Buildings of Baroque Architecture”
The church was fully reconstructed only in 1780. Its decoration was rather modest according to the previous. The main peculiarity of the church is the great pastel pink colours. Earlier there you could see a lot of unique values but after the revolution, all were taken from the cathedral.
In 1938 the church was closed. Some artefacts were taken to the Russian Museum. One of the values was a 17th-century icon with … Read all
Anichkov Palace
From the series “The Most Elegant Buildings of Baroque Architecture”
The palace has seen a lot of outstanding people in its walls. At first, Elisabeth presented it to Aleksey Razumovsky, later the palace was bought by the Empress Catherine the Great. At the end of the 18th century, the building was reconstructed and a number of the unique decorative elements were lost. The Anichkov Palace was the former imperial palace until the revolution. After the revolution, there was opened the … Read all

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Accor will open the first Mondrian hotel in Singapore in early 2023. The new hotel will be located in the prestigious part of the city the Duxton Hill neighborhood. To make this launch come true, the famous hotelier decided to partner with Craig Road Property Holdings. Accor has been very serious about the expansion of its Mondrian brand recently. The company announced a joint venture with Ennismore, willing to create one of the fastest-growing lifestyle operators in the world, and Mondrian hotels are a part of this deal.
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Accor will open the first Mondrian hotel in Singapore in early 2023. The new hotel will be located in the prestigious part of the city the Duxton Hill neighborhood. To make this launch come true, the famous hotelier decided to partner with Craig Road Property Holdings. Accor has been very serious about the expansion of its Mondrian brand recently. The company announced a joint venture with Ennismore, willing to create one of the fastest-growing lifestyle operators in the world, and Mondrian hotels are a part of this deal.

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Sightseeing in popular cities of Russia
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
