Wellness holiday in April. Moscow region resort. Natural healing factors and treatment profiles

April 2020 in Russia is, as always, warm, but not hot. At this time, it is best to go on an excursion tour or improve your health at a balneological resort.

In the midst of spring, you can visit Karelia, go to Kizhi or Solovkito wake up from the sleep of northern nature, and also enjoy fishing. You can also go on an excursion to St. Petersburg or by To the Golden Ring of Russia... Warm, but not hot weather will allow you to fully enjoy the numerous historical and cultural attractions, and awakening nature will add a special flavor to the beauty of the landscape. If you go on a trip on the eve of Easter, you can celebrate the holiday in an old monastery or church. There are a lot of active leisure options, you can choose to travel by car, horse or just on foot through the vastness of our country.

The Black Sea is still too cold, but the coast is sunny and warm. Resorts Caucasus and Crimea allow you not only to bask in the sun and admire the beautiful views, but also offer an extensive entertainment program, although, of course, less intense than in summer.

Wellness rest can be especially useful in April, because in the spring the body must recover after a long winter. The most popular resorts Caucasian Mineral Waterswhere a healing climate, mineral springs and beneficial mud help in the treatment of many diseases. At the same time, the beauty of these places allows you to have a great time and not only improve your health, but also have a good rest. Sanatoriums and rest houses Kislovodsk, Essentukov, Pyatigorsk and Zheleznovodsk meet modern requirements and allow you to heal, relax and have fun.

You can choose another option rest in April, in almost every region of Russia there are extremely interesting places that must be visited.

There is still quite a lot of time until April, but you can select the best options for your vacation today, while it is also better to purchase a tour in advance, because in this case you can take advantage of an early booking discount and not worry that best places the hotels will already be occupied. We recommend using the tour selection tool on our website to find out about all possible vacation options.

Tours to popular Russian resorts in April 2020

The cost is indicated for ONE person when buying a tour for two adults and living in double room DBL. The price does not include flights, unless explicitly stated. Proposed small part available tours in Russia for April, to get acquainted with all the options, contact the travel agency OCEAN TOURS.

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All parents want to plan a vacation with their children in april so that later not to regret the time and money spent, and the children, happy and healthy, ran on the warm sand, swam in the clear sea, ate wholesome and healthy food, and had fun on safe rides. Well, so that all this is inexpensive.

We have collected all decent resorts for families in regions with a mild climate, with a children's menu in the hotel restaurant and a sleeping place for children in the room, because on vacation with children, every little thing matters.

The specifics of rest with children in April

Children always require special attention, and especially when traveling. And for adults this rest is also specific: after all, they also want to have a good time, but most often close attention to the child takes all their strength and after such a rest they want to "come to their senses" for a long time. We have many interesting and inexpensive offers for families with children, which will give you and your children an unforgettable experience, because we:

We have full information about family vacation in Russia and we will help you choose a hotel that meets all your wishes;
If necessary, we will draw up an individual itinerary, focusing on your budget and requirements;
We will advise where to go to relax with your children, based on their age;
We will tell you what you need to take with you, and what you can easily buy on the spot;

We will plan and organize for you and your baby a vacation of any non-standard duration: from 1 day to several months.

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Russia is a country in two parts of the world, a state whose territory covers the sandy Baltic Spit and the rocky islands of Chukotka, stretching from the northern arctic latitudes to the subtropics. Russia has an unimaginable wealth - cultural and historical heritage, protected forests and untouched spaces. Elegant streets of St. Petersburg and architectural monuments of Kaliningrad compete with the architecture of ancient cities - multi-domed churches and merchant houses, and the beaches of the Black Sea coast compete with the northern forests of Karelia and the ridges of the Ural Mountains.

Geography

Russia is the largest country on the planet in terms of area, occupying 17.1 million square kilometers. The state is located in Eurasia and covers both parts of the continent. About a third of Russia's territory is located in Eastern Europe, and the rest of it belongs to northern Asia. The Russian coast is washed by the waters of 12 seas belonging to the basins of the Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific oceans, by the waters of the endless Caspian Sea.

Russia lies on large platforms, so its relief is predominantly flat. In the west of the country stretched the undulating Central Russian plain, separated by the ridge of the Ural mountains from the Siberian plateau. In the south of Russia there are mountain systems Caucasus with highest point countries - Mount Elbrus, Sayan and Altai. On Far East the peaks of extinct and active volcanoes rush upward.

There are about 2.5 million rivers and 3 million lakes in Russia. Most of the rivers are flat, but in Russia there are also turbulent mountain rivers with rocky rapids. The largest rivers in the country are the Ob, Lena, Irtysh, Yenisei and Volga. The lake region of Russia - Karelia, here are the largest lakes in Europe - Ladoga and Onega, in Eastern Siberia there is the deepest lake on the planet - Baikal.

The flora of Russia - the velvet of mosses and lichens in the taiga tundra, coniferous forests, encircling glacial lakes Karelia, oak forests and birch groves, feather-grass and fescue steppes, broad-leaved Far Eastern forests, subtropical flora on the Black Sea coast. Environmental zones have been created in Russia, 42 national parks, 71 nature reserves.

Climate

The territory of Russia covers several climatic zones: arctic and subarctic on the shores of the Arctic Ocean and in the northern regions, temperate, subtropical on the Black Sea coast. However, most of the country is characterized by a temperate climate: continental, temperate continental, sharply continental and monsoon in the Far East.

In general, Russia has a long, snowy and cold winter. Depending on the region, the average January temperatures range from 6 to -50 ° C. Summer in most of Russia is moderately warm with an average temperature of 1 ° C in the northern regions to 25 ° C on Black Sea coast.

Time

The territory of Russia covers 11 time zones:

Kaliningrad Time - MSK − 1 (UTC + 2)
Moscow time - MSK (UTC + 3)
Samara Time - MSK + 1 (UTC + 4)
Yekaterinburg Time - MSK + 2 (UTC + 5)
Omsk time - MSK + 3 (UTC + 6)
Krasnoyarsk time - MSK + 4 (UTC + 7)
Irkutsk Time - MSK + 5 (UTC + 8)
Yakutsk Time - MSK + 6 (UTC + 9)
Vladivostok Time - MSK + 7 (UTC + 10)
Srednekolymskoe time - MSK + 8 (UTC + 11)
Kamchatka time - MSK + 9 (UTC + 12)

Language

Official language of Russia: Russian. The subjects of the Russian Federation have the right to establish state and official languages \u200b\u200bused on an equal basis with Russian. The most common foreign languages \u200b\u200bin Russia are Ukrainian, Belarusian and German. English widespread in the field of business and tourism, as a means of interethnic communication, mainly in large cities.

Population

The population of Russia is 142 million. About 80% of the population is Russian. In total, representatives of more than 200 nationalities and ethnic groups live in the country.

Currency

Official currency: ruble (RUB).

Customs regulations

Undeclared import and export of currency is limited to an amount equivalent to 10000USD. Duty-free import of goods for personal consumption is limited - alcohol and cigarettes: liters of alcohol, up to 50 cigars or cigarillos, or 200 cigarettes, or 250 grams of tobacco, as well as goods and personal items: clothes, toiletries, jewelry, photographic and film equipment ...

Jewelry, artistic and cultural values, works of art, psychotropic and potent medicinal substances, ammunition and weapons are subject to mandatory declaration.

Communication

In Russia services cellular communication are provided by more than a hundred operators, the largest of which is the so-called "big three" - mobile operators MTS, Megafon and Beeline. The rest of the companies have a significantly smaller number of clients and provide services in certain regions. SIM cards of the "Big Three" operators can be purchased everywhere - in shops, cell phone stores, post offices.

The telephone code of Russia is +7.

To call Russia by mobile phone, dial + 7-subscriber's number ***

Mains voltage

The mains voltage is 220 volts.

Tourism

In Russia there are opportunities for any kind of tourism. The rich historical heritage has served to create excursion routes and educational tours, the long Black Sea coast is a traditional region of beach and active recreation, the ski resorts of Russia are rapidly developing. One of the main types of tourism in the country is health tourism. Over the centuries, a system of resort treatment has developed in Russia - sanatoriums and spa hotels operate at the springs of mineral water, therapeutic mud, in places with a favorable climate.

Tradition / features... In Russia, many customs and traditions have survived, rooted in the depths of centuries. Every spring, in large cities and very small settlements, winter is seen off on a grand scale - pancakes are baked and a straw effigy of Shrovetide is burned, in summer the villages celebrate Ivan Kupala's Day, and the main winter holiday is New Year.

One of the main features of the Russian people was and remains hospitality, which is most evident in the feast. A traditional Russian meal includes the first, second and third courses - soups and stews, baked poultry or meat, all kinds of pastries - pies and pies. Dishes national cuisine in all their wealth are presented in restaurants. Daily cabbage soup, stew, sbitni and liqueurs are served in the best establishments.

Security

The safety of tourists in Russia is ensured by law enforcement. Since June 2014, tourist police units have begun to work in a number of regions, patrolling busy pedestrian streets, squares and parks.

In general, Russia is a safe country for tourists. However, to prevent unpleasant incidents, you should adhere to standard safety rules - do not leave personal belongings unattended, do not carry a wallet in the back pocket of your trousers or in an easily accessible place, beware of deserted and unlit places in the dark, do not use the services of unofficial taxi drivers, do not change the currency individuals.

Documents

The list of documents required during the vacation includes:

russian passport
travel package or voucher
health insurance policy
if you plan to rent a car, you must have a driver's license

If a tourist is going to have a rest in a sanatorium-resort institution with receiving medical procedures, then a sanatorium-resort book is necessary, which can be obtained from a therapist.

Children accompanied by adults must have a birth certificate or passport, medical certificate.

Important phones

Emergency telephone numbers in Russia:

Fire Department - 01
Police - 02
Ambulance - 03
Unified round-the-clock assistance service when calling from mobile phone – 112

Tourism

The choice of tourist destinations in Russia is as wide as nowhere else. The peculiarities of the geographical position and historical development allowed the formation of resort regions in the country, which are characterized by this or that type of recreation.

Beach vacation... There are many resorts in Russia offering a comfortable stay on the seaside. Traditional region beach tourism in our country is the Krasnodar Territory. It is here that the summer capital of Russia - Sochi, the famous resorts of Anapa, Gelendzhik, Tuapse, Adler, the Yeisk resort located on the coast of the Azov Sea are located.

The resorts of Crimea offer beach rest. Sanatoriums, resort hotels, private and city beaches stretch along the entire coast of the peninsula. The main directions are Alushta, Evpatoria, Kerch, Koktebel, Saki, Sevastopol, Sudak, Feodosia, Yalta, the villages of Kurortnoye, Nikolaevka, Sandy and Shelkino.

Sanatorium treatmentcarried out in almost all regions of Russia. At the springs of mineral waters, therapeutic mud, in places with favorable climatic conditions there are sanatoriums, health resorts and medical centers. The most famous balneological resorts of the country are Essentuki, Zheleznovodsk, Kislovodsk and Pyatigorsk.

Rich traditions of the use of natural factors have been formed in Crimea, especially in Saki and Yevpatoria, where the first mud-cure resorts were opened. Sanatorium treatment is carried out on the coast of the Krasnodar Territory, in the Moscow, Ryazan, Kostroma, Ivanovo, Tver and Tula regions, in the Urals. In the northern and north-western regions of the country, there are medical resorts Marcial Waters, Sestroretsk, Svetlogorsk and Zelenogradsk, the largest resort in Siberia is Belokurikha.

Excursion tours around Moscow, the Golden Ring of Russia, Pskov, Uglich, Veliky Novgorod, Vologda and Nizhny Novgorod allow travelers to get acquainted with the historical heritage of ancient Russian cities - ancient temples with gilded domes, ancient fortresses and castles, city mansions and merchant houses. Dozens of excursion routes run through the territory of Kazan, St. Petersburg and its environs - Peterhof, Lomonosov and Kronstadt. Cognitive tourism in Crimea involves visiting the royal palaces, nature reserves and cave cities.

Ski tourism in Russia is experiencing a rapid rise. There are large mountain systems and modern ski resorts in the country. In the Krasnodar Territory, on the slopes of the Main Caucasian ridge, the resort Krasnaya Polyana is located. The level of service and modern infrastructure of Krasnaya Polyana during the days of the Winter Olympic Games were appreciated by tourists and athletes from all over the world. The resort has the most modern equipment, trails of various levels with a total length of 72 km, ski villages with comfortable hotels.

Among high mountain resorts Russian ski holidays are offered by the complexes of Dombai and Elbrus, Abzakovo-Bannoe in the Urals. Each of the resorts has the necessary infrastructure, comfortable accommodation conditions.

Weekend Tours... Most popular destinations for a weekend getaway are the cities of the Moscow region, the environs major cities in different regions of the country. Short stay programs are offered by tourist centers, sanatoriums, spa hotels and hotels.

Children's rest.Traditionally, summer health camps for children are located on the Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Territory - in Anapa, Gelendzhik, Tuapse and Sochi, in the Crimea - in the resorts of Evpatoria and Yalta, in the village of Peschanoe. Children's sanatoriums and camps are located in different regions of the country - Moscow, Kaluga, Leningrad and Rostov regions.

Leisure... There are many places in Russia where you can indulge in sports and active pastime, extreme tourism. Baikal attracts not only by its natural beauty, but also by the possibility of hiking, scuba diving, hunting and fishing, quad biking, cycling and horseback riding.

In the warm season, trekking, horseback riding, rafting on mountain rivers for tourists are organized at the resorts of Altai, Dombai and Krasnaya Polyana. In Crimea, there are opportunities for mountaineering and hang-gliding, mountain climbing, trekking, horseback riding, diving, sea fishing. Active species recreation in the north are sleigh rides, dog sledding or reindeer sledding. Conditions for active pursuits - hunting, fishing, hiking, cycling and horseback riding - are available in Central Russia.

Visa

For visiting Russian Federation citizens of most states require a national visa. Visa-free entry for a period not exceeding 90 days is allowed for citizens of the CIS countries (except Turkmenistan), Abkhazia and South Ossetia, a number of countries South America, a number of Balkan countries.

The basis for obtaining a Russian visa for foreign tourists is an invitation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation or from a travel company, which is included in the Federal Register of Tour Operators, which gives it the right to provide visa support to foreigners.

The most famous landmarks

The Moscow Kremlin is the oldest territory of the capital, with an area of \u200b\u200b27.5 hectares. In 1367. The Kremlin was surrounded by a brick wall. On the territory are located - Arkhangelsk, Blagoveshensky, Assumption Cathedrals, the Faceted Chamber, the Senate, the Terem Palace, the Tsar Bell, the Tsar Cannon.
The Tretyakov Gallery was founded in 1856. This is the largest museum in the world, which contains unique canvases by masters of the 10-20 centuries.

The Hermitage is the largest museum in the world, founded by Catherine the Great in the 18th century. The exhibition includes a museum of paintings by world-famous artists. In total, more than 3 million values \u200b\u200bare exhibited on the territory of the museum.
St. Isaac's Cathedral was built in the 19th century by O. Montferrand - an outstanding monument of St. Petersburg. Its exterior architecture and interior decoration are also impressive, in which all types of art are presented - mosaic, painting, sculpture. The main iconostasis is decorated with lapis lazuli and malachite columns.
Tsarskoe Selo - a nature reserve in Pushkino, includes a large park and architectural ensemble of the 18-19th centuries, a country residence of the emperors. The museum is located on 107 hectares and consists of the Catherine Park, the Old Garden, the English Park, the Catherine Palace, the Memorial Museum, the Hermitage Pavilion, etc.
Peter-Pavel's Fortress - located on the Hare Island, the oldest monument in St. Petersburg. Within the limits of the museum there is the Commandant's House, the museum of the city, Grand Ducal Tomb, Botny, Engineering house, prison buildings, bastions, Peter and Paul Cathedral.
The Russian Museum was opened in 1895 by Nicholas II. Within the walls of the building, there is a rich exposition of art treasures, a restoration center.
The Yusupov Palace is the most beautiful architectural monument of the 18-19th century. The guests of the palace were Queen Elizabeth II of England, King of Greece, Queen of Norway and other dignitaries. The building was built by I. Monighetti, J.B. Valaine-Delamonte, the Shuvalovs, Branitskys, Yusupovs lived in it.
The palace and park ensemble of Peterhof is a beautiful monument located not far from St. Petersburg, founded in the 18th century. The territory houses the Lower and Upper parks, the Grand Palace, the largest system of fountains, water cascades, graceful sculptural compositions, and bas-reliefs.

Pshadsky waterfall is a unique natural structure. Located on the river. Pshada and consists of a whole cascade of small waterfalls.
The ruins of the old city of Gorgipia show the ancient ruins of the 4th century BC. The most ancient foundations and cobbled streets have been preserved here. On the territory there is a large archaeological museum, where you can see the crypt of Hercules, the monuments of Mother Mary, the "Russian Gate" - the remains of a Turkish fortress.
The local history museum of the city is located in the Schetnev gymnasium. Visitors are offered an interesting exposition about the fauna and flora of Anapa, the history of the Bosporus kingdom.

Arboretum - the largest botanical park, a kind of museum located under open air... The park presents unique samples of the flora of the Western Caucasus, as well as many southern states located closer to the equator.
Vorontsov Caves is the largest underground agglomeration with a vertical drop of 240 m. Some cavities are filled with water, and narrow passages sometimes make it difficult to move. In some sections of the caves there are ancient sites of primitive people.
Sochi art Museum - a large art center. The building exhibits canvases by Polenov, Aivazovsky, Shishkin; exhibitions of contemporary masters are regularly held.

Swallow's Nest is a famous monument of history, architecture, located on the Aurora rock, towering 40 meters above the sea. The building is made in the style of a medieval knight's palace. The palace acquired its present appearance thanks to Baron Steingel.
Vorontsov Palace located in Alupka, built from diabase, there is a beautiful park in the adjacent territory. The style of the palace combines English, neo-Moutrian styles.
Livadia Palace is an imperial residence. The castle was built in the Italian light style in the 19th century. Is considered the most luxurious palace Crimea, is the site of the Yalta Conference.
Mount Ai-Petri is located on a plateau, has a flat top. The height is 1234 m.The mountain is considered a symbol South coast Crimea.
Nikitsky Botanical Garden is a research institution working in the field of botany and fruit growing. There are several parks here - Montedor, Primorsky, Upper, which have the richest collection of plants brought from all over the world. This is the oldest botanical park in the world, which has interesting architectural structures.
The Masandra Palace is a beautiful architectural structure that served as the residence of Alexander the Third. The building was rebuilt in the 19th century in the style of French medieval castles. There is a magnificent park in the adjacent territory, which presents more than 250 species of shrubs and trees.
House A.P. Chekhov is a memorial museum opened in honor of the writer in Yalta. All the furnishings of those times have been preserved in the house; Chekhov's readings are often held here with the participation of foreign guests, and excursions are held.

Gurzuf

House of Richelieu - erected in 1811 by the Duke of Resilier in the form of a two-story stone building in European style. The Duke rarely visited here on vacation, and more often provided the estate to his acquaintances. Pushkin, Raevsky and other well-known personalities were here.
Korovin's dacha is the home of an outstanding painter who worked for a long time in Gurzuf. A beautiful building with clear geometric proportions in the constructivist style.
The watchtower is located on the Suuk-Su cape and existed in the 6th century, when Byzantine legionaries came to the land. The monument is often called the Tower of Geria or the Eagle's Nest.

Admiralty Cathedral in honor of St. Vladimir is located on the Central Hill, it is considered the greatest Orthodox monument of the 19th century. The building has one massive dome, highlighting the Byzantine architecture of the 9-11th centuries. Instead of icons, marble slabs are located in the inner halls.
Malakhov Kurgan is a grandiose monument where the 19th century Defensive Tower, the Museum of the Heroic Defense and Liberation of the City, cast iron memorial plates, cannons, and a beautiful park are located.
Chersonesos is the oldest monument of Sevastopol, the ruins of an ancient Greek town of the ancient era, in which Vladimir Kievsky adopted Christianity.
Military historical Museum in honor of the Black Sea fleet - is considered the oldest of similar museums in the world. Opened in 1869, located in beautiful building, presents a valuable exposition dedicated to the customs, life of the Russian fleet from the tsarist era to the present day.
The Genoese fortress with the interesting name Chembalo is located at a height above the Balaklava bay. Founded in 1357, it has defensive walls.

Mangup is a cave town of medieval Crimea. There are numerous caves carved into the rock along the entire perimeter of the plateau.
The temple to the three horsemen is carved into a huge block. In inner hall there is a fresco painting preserved from antiquity.
The Bakhchisarai Palace is a beautiful architectural structure, formerly the residence of the Crimean khans. The building is considered the only surviving monument of the Crimean Tatar architecture. The Palace houses a museum of culture and history, an exhibition of weapons.

Arboretum - unique nature reservelocated on stony-clay soil. Here is a rich collection of plants, shrubs, many of which are rare on the planet.
Saki Resort Park was founded in 1890 by P.S. Melnichenko. On the territory there are beautiful fountains, three lakes, diverse vegetation.
The Belyaus settlement was discovered in the 20th century, existed in the 4th-2nd centuries. BC. The monument is located on the Tarkhankun Peninsula.
The excavations of Kerkinis, opened in 1964, prove the existence of Greek colonists on the site of the modern city. 30 burials were found on the territory.
Kizyars are the most ancient underground passages located under the old city. The tunnels carved into the yellow shell rock are considered an important value in Yevpatoria.

The Genoese Fortress is the oldest monument in the city with beautiful austere medieval architecture. Today you can see the Watchtower, the mosque, the residence of the Genoese consul, the gates of the fortress.
Church of the Intercession The Mother of God is the first architectural monument of the Russian era, which began after the annexation of Crimea. The building was built in the style of Russian classicism, the laying took place in 1819 on September 20, as stated on the memorial plaque.

New World

The Golitsyn trail begins at the green bay on the northern side of Khoba-Kai, and leads to a natural grotto formed by sea waves in massive rocks.
Chaliapin's grotto - small concert hall, with excellent acoustics. The grotto reaches a height of 30 meters, in its depth there is a stage for musicians, and behind it there is a small compartment for Golitsin wines with preserved stone arches.

Suzdal

The Kremlin is the oldest part of the city. On the territory there are the Christmas Cathedral, Bell Tower, Nikolskaya, Assumption Churches, Bishops' Chambers. In the 11th century, the Kremlin was surrounded by an earthen rampart, finished with clay.
The Museum of Architecture is located on the site of the 11th century Dmitrievsky Monastery. In the collection of the museum there are outbuildings, household items of Russian peasants.

The horse yard is located in an 18th century building in the city center. The exposition consists of handicrafts - embroidery, carving, wood painting, clothing.
The Chernigov Skete is a cave monastery that emerged in 1844. Today it is a functioning complex, where you can go on excursions to the caves.
Sergiev Posad Lavra is the largest monastery founded by S. Radonezhsky in 1337. A place revered by the Orthodox, a spiritual center with a rich library of ancient books.

Detinets or the Kremlin was founded by Yaroslavl. The first mentions in 1044 in the annalistic books. Tallest tower Detintsa Kokuy, built in the 18th century.
Hagia Sophia is a grandiose construction of the century. The cathedral was built by Yaroslav the Wise as a temple for the entire city. The great bishops, princes, mayors of the city found peace in its galleries.

The Assumption Cathedral is the most important church in the city, included in all excursions around Vladimir. The cathedral was founded in the 12th century by Bogolyubsky Andrey, to later become the main temple of the state.
The Golden Gate was built in the 12th century. The building is richly decorated and was previously used for ceremonial entrances to the city.
Vladimirsky Central is a famous prison, built by order of Catherine II. At one time it contained Frunze, Powers, Zoya Fedorova. Since 1996, it has been a museum open to visitors.

Museum of the Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery Complex. The architectural ensemble was built in the 12th century and is considered the largest of similar buildings. In the 16th century, the state treasury was located here, in 1612 the Headquarters of Pozharsky and Minin were located in the monastery.
The Church of Prok Ilya was founded in the 17th century on the site of wooden temples at the expense of the Skripins merchants. The building is decorated with five green onion domes, covered galleries, a bell tower, the Rizpolozhensky limit.

Uglich

Kremlin - founded in the 15th century by Andrey Bolshoy. The structure was surrounded by a high wall with two driveways and nine blank defensive towers. Today, you can see the chambers that belonged to Tsarevich Dmitry.
The Church of Demetrius on the Blood was erected in 1692 on the site where the Tsarevich died. The building is painted with red paint, the domes are blue with white ornaments, the interior has rich paintings from the 18th century.

Pereslavl-Zalessky

Goritsky Monastery is a large architectural and historical museum. The exposition includes furniture, church utensils, a collection of ancient icons, paintings by Shishkin, Benois, a valuable library of old books and a collection of wooden sculptures.
Museum "Boat of Peter the Great" is the oldest building. The museum is notable for the fact that Peter the Great built a funny flotilla here on Pleshcheyevo Lake. Today you can see the monument to the tsar, the Botny house, the gatehouse, the Triumphal Gate, the White Palace.

Rostov

The Borisoglebsk monastery complex was built on a hill surrounded by the Ustye river bed in 1363 during the reign of Dmitry Donskoy with the blessing of S. Radonezhsky. It was he who indicated the place where the temple should stand.
The Kremlin is the main attraction of the city with the Assumption Cathedral, five churches, and powerful walls. Previously, the Kremlin was the bishop's residence.

Kostroma

The Ipatiev Monastery is the greatest monument of Orthodox culture, erected in the 13th century. At the construction site, Mikhail Romanov was elected to reign, so he is often called the cradle of the Romanov family.
Fire tower is the most beautiful monument of Russian classicism, located on Susaninskaya Square... The building looks like a temple of ancient times, complemented by a portico of columns and a pediment.

The Vvedensky monastery complex was founded in the 19th century at the expense of Derbenev according to the original project of Begen P. Patriarch Tikhon served in the church. In its halls are the relics of Blessed Alexy Elnatsky, St. Vasily of Kineshemsky and 168 saints.
Museum of the Bubnovs. The house was erected in 1860 for a merchant family, located on the site of a city estate. The building has survived to this day, and is open for excursions.

Lermontov places are Pyatigorsky Boulevard, Lermontov Baths, Lermontov's House, Elizavetinsky Spring in Pyatigorsk, Ring Mountain and other places associated with the poet's life in the Caucasus.
The Castle of Cunning and Love is located in Kislovodsk - natural monument from rocks, in the outlines of which mournful faces are guessed. The castle is located at the gorge of the river. Alikonovka.

The Wrangel Tower is a grandiose historical structure, the thickness of the walls, the floors of which is three meters. In the 20th century, the building ceased to be used as a fortification; today there are warehouses and wholesale shops.
The Brandenburg Gate is a beautiful historical monument and the only city gate that is still used for its intended purpose. The building was erected in 1657.
Cathedral - the most beautiful architectural monument, the symbol of the city. Built in the style of the Baltic Gothic and is one of the rare examples of the Gothic style in Russia.

The Buryat village is located in Olkhon. This is a colorful open-air museum, visiting which you can get acquainted with the life and culture of the Buryats.
The pillars of Huuhain Khada - especially sacred placelocated in the Shumak valley. According to legend, you can see your future here.
Ivolginsky Datsan is an important Buddhist monument. The imperishable body of Khambo Lama Itigelov, who went to nirvana in 1927, rests in a beautiful, colorful temple.

The Valley of Geysers is the largest natural monument discovered in the 20th century. There are 22 geysers and numerous pulsating springs, mud pots, colorful lakes with boiling water.
The Klyuchevsky volcano group united 12 volcanoes located on an area of \u200b\u200b7 thousand square meters. Here is the largest and most high volcano mainland Klyuchevskaya Sopka.

Transport component

The transport system of Russia includes air, rail, sea and road communications.

Air transport. There are 236 airports in Russia, more than 70 of them have international status. Largest airports countries are Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo and Vnukovo - in Moscow, Pulkovo airport in St. Petersburg, Koltsovo in Yekaterinburg and Adler in Sochi. Moscow airports are connected with the capital by high-speed Aeroexpress trains. Russian air carriers operate domestic and international flights.

Russian railways serve over 124,000 km of track. There are passenger stations in large cities, and railway stations in small settlements. Trains run between cities long distance, there are also suburban electric trains. A railway branch of the Trans-Siberian Railway, connecting Moscow and Vladivostok, runs through the whole country. You can familiarize yourself with the timetable of long-distance trains and commuter trains; you can buy a ticket on the Russian Railways website http://pass.rzd.ru

The total length of Russian highways is 1,000,000 km.

By sea transport intercity and international passenger transportation is carried out. Sea terminals operate in Sochi, St. Petersburg, Murmansk and Nakhodka.

Navigation is carried out on rivers and canals. The length of the river routes is 200,000 km.

Metro available in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Samara, Yekaterinburg and Novosibirsk. In each of the above cities, the metro has its own characteristics - for example, the capital has the most developed metro network, and the Novosibirsk metro has only 12 stations.

Ground transport in Russian cities - these are buses, trolleybuses, tram lines and route taxis... The most convenient and accessible way to get around cities is by buses and minibuses. In every relatively large city, there are bus stations or bus stations connected by direct flights to regional centers.

Taxi and car rental... Official and unofficial taxi drivers work in Russian cities; it is not recommended to use the services of the latter due to the high risk of being deceived or paying at an inflated rate. Dispatch counters of official taxi companies are usually located in the arrivals halls of airports, train stations and bus stations.

If you have a driver's license and at least one year of driving experience, you can rent a car. This service is offered by both large international companies "Sixt", "AVIS" and "Europcar", and small private companies. In most companies, the rental service with a return in another city is limited to a small number settlements, or not provided at all.

Insurance program "OPTIMA" (insurance coverage 50,000 euros *)
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from 65 to 79 years old	Medical insurance "OPTIMA"
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Such a familiar and close Moscow region every year reveals to us new facets of its splendor and truly unlimited opportunities for relaxation and treatment. The Moscow region was formed on January 14, 1929 and is located in the center of the European part of Russia, between 54 and 57 s. sh. and between 35 and 40 c. e. Area (excluding Moscow area) 46 thousand km2. The population (as of 01.01.2004) is 6622 thousand people (4.6% of the population of Russia). The Moscow region borders in the west with Smolensk, in the north-west and north with Tverskaya, in the northeast with Yaroslavl, in the east with Vladimir, in the southeast with Ryazan, in the south with Tula, in the south-west with Kaluga regions. The administrative center of the Moscow region is Moscow. The geographical position of the territory of the Moscow Region determines the generally flat relief with alternating hilly hills and flat lowlands.

The poet William Blake argued that the whole world can be seen in one flower bud. In the Moscow region, for many generations of Russians, the best artifacts of world culture have been collected and painstakingly preserved, famous historical landscapes have been repeated, palaces and castles famous all over the world have been copied. Here you can visit the holy land without leaving the vastness of our northern Motherland. In the 17th century, the banks of the Istra River, with their bends, miraculously repeated the bends of the Jordan River, and our Jerusalem near Moscow was reflected in its waters. Mountains Zion, Tabor, Eleon and Galgofa grew. For its beauty and genuine luxury, the Arkhangelskoye estate has been turned into the “Versailles” near Moscow, and in the south of the Moscow region, in the steppes of the Prioksko-Terrasny reserve, real bison graze freely. And if you like the overseas exoticism of a tropical hotel, it will be offered to you by the hospitable and zealous Moscow region. Because the Moscow region is one of the most developed regions of the Russian tourism industry. The list of resort complexes exceeds 1000 names and is able to provide any level of comfort. The health resorts, known for their unique medical facilities and highly qualified medical personnel, will help you restore and strengthen your health. And how many active entertainments there are in boarding houses and recreation centers near Moscow! The outskirts of the capital are famous for their rare natural beauty. The land of brooding forests, ancient rivers, magical lakes and even man-made mountains will provide you with the richest choice of spring entertainment, summer vacation and rest on

Climate

The climate of the Moscow region is moderate continental. The warm period (the average daily air temperature is above 0 ° C), starting in early April and ending in early November, lasts 205-215 days. The warmest month is July (average temperature is from 16.5 C in the northwest to 18.5 C in the southeast). The absolute maximum temperature - 39 C was recorded in Kashira and Zaraysk. Annual precipitation in the region ranges from 450 to 650 mm.

Natural healing factors and treatment profiles

The basis of the resort resources of the Moscow region, along with the climate, are mineral waters of drinking value and brines, which are used for baths. Many sanatoriums near Moscow, such as Mozhaisky, Dorokhovo and Erino, have their own pump rooms. In the Moscow region there are several deposits of medicinal peat mud, which are effectively used for treatment in sanatoriums. The possibility of carrying out sanatorium-resort treatment and recreation in the Moscow region is determined by the following factors: lack of reaction of acclimatization, adaptation and readaptation for residents of central Russia; all-season; developed recreational and medical and diagnostic infrastructure of the Moscow region sanatoriums; proximity to leading medical centers.

Diseases of the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, nervous system, digestive system, musculoskeletal system, gynecological diseases, metabolic disorders.

Where in Russia can you have a good rest in April 2020? We offer interesting options for every taste: for young and active people, for vacationers with children, for lovers of winter entertainment and for fans of the sea and the sun.

While frost reigns in the north of Russia and Siberia, on the southern outskirts of our vast country spring brings bright colors and fills the air with the scent of flowering plants. When planning a vacation in April in Russia, you are faced with a choice. You can solemnly say goodbye to winter by going to one of the ski resorts. The second option is to prepare for the arrival of summer, enjoying the warm rays of the soft spring sun in the south of the country.

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Khibiny

Where to go in April 2020 in Russia, if you still want to ride alpine skiing? You can go to the Khibiny - low mountains on the Kola Peninsula. Most of the time they are snowy, and you can ride on their slopes until the beginning of summer. Therefore, for those who did not have time to enjoy the snowy winter, it's time to go to the city of Kirovsk, Murmansk region. The trails here are gentle and safe, the prices for vacations are low, and it is convenient to get there both by plane and by rail.

Weather in April... Due to the proximity of the ocean and the warm Gulf Stream, the weather in the Khibiny is less severe than in other regions of the Arctic. In April, the weather is changeable, but, as a rule, it is sunny up to -6 ° С during the day, daylight hours are rather long.

How to rest? The main activities in April are jeep safari, skiing, snowmobiling and cheesecake, ice fishing. It is interesting to see the unique flora in the Polar-Alpine Botanical Garden, visit Snowy villagecompletely built of ice and snow with all furniture and other items, a museum and exhibition center with a unique collection of minerals. Sometimes April fogs and squally winds spoil the skiing, and the lifts are temporarily not working. In such cases, most vacationers rush to the Snow Park, organized in the city center. As souvenirs, tourists buy products made of bone, wood and reindeer skins, as well as dried Murmansk ruff, mushrooms and jams from wild berries.

Pyatigorsk

Pyatigorsk is considered one of the most popular balneological resorts in the Caucasian Mineral Waters region.

Weather in April mostly sunny and dry. + 15 ° С during the day, + 6 ° С at night. Sometimes the temperature can drop to + 5 ° С or, conversely, rise to + 18 ° С. In any case, warm clothes will be needed, especially if trips to the mountains are planned, where it is always colder. It rains, but infrequently, there are still more fine days in the middle of spring.

How to rest? Pyatigorsk is a great idea where you can go on vacation in Russia if it turned out in April. Mineral springs at the resort there are about fifty, each with a unique composition and temperature, which allows you to cover the widest range of diseases. Extremists and athletes can go for mountaineering, equestrian sports and hiking... Those who have come to recharge the energy of these places can go on interesting excursions. Mount Mashuk and underground cave The sinkhole with a mineral lake at the bottom is still considered the main natural attractions of the resort; there are also many architectural structures of the Tsarist era and memorial sites associated with the name of the great Russian poet M. Yu. Lermontov.

Sevastopol

In April 2020, you can already plan a vacation at the sea resorts of Russia. However, no matter how deceptively the April sun warms up, it is still too cold for swimming in the sea.

Weather in April... During the day + 11 ° С, by night it gets colder up to + 6 ° С, sometimes the wind intensifies, but what an amazing air! - an ideal time for cultural and sightseeing recreation: there are few tourists, there are no queues in parks and museums. Really warm is getting closer to may holidays: the daytime air temperature rises to + 18 ° C, and the green streets are full of bright spots of fragrant flowers.

How to rest? In Sevastopol there are so many historical and simple that it is difficult to immediately navigate the excursion program: Primorsky Boulevard, Nakhimov Square, Grafskaya Pier, Kornilov Embankment, Museum of the Heroic Defense and Liberation of Sevastopol and the famous Panorama on Historical Boulevard, Vladimir Cathedral and ancient Chersonesos, Inkerman, park Victory and the Sevastopol Aquarium. By the way, it is not at all necessary to buy an excursion - it is very easy to navigate in the city, just look at the map and find out the schedule of public transport. Not far from Sevastopol is the small village of Balaklava with a beautiful deep bay and the remains of a Genoese fortress. In memory of the glorious city, do not forget to buy a magnet or a figurine, and bring your loved ones fragrant Crimean honey and delicious wine.

Sochi

Where can you go in April 2020 in Russia with children? in the country will greet you with the fragrance of flowering gardens and bright green young grass.

How to rest? Most entertainment venues and nightclubs have yet to open - low season. But you can take a course of wellness treatments at a good discount and walk along interesting places without fear of spoiling an interesting shot with crowds of tourists. Also staying out of season is good and in. Fans of natural attractions will be interested in visiting the Sochi Arboretum, Riviera Park, a monkey farm, a trout farm, or take a bus ride to the waterfalls. Closer to the May holidays, land excursions can be supplemented by boat trips. If the weather is not conducive to a long stay in the air, you can visit a museum, art gallery or cinema, stroll through the shopping malls, or just sit in a cafe, enjoying delicious food and views of the sea.

You can have an inexpensive vacation in April in the mountainous - cozy resort of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic.

Weather in April... Spring has already come to the valleys of the Caucasus, during the day + 8 ° С, at night - 2 ° С, and there is still snow in the mountains. The sun is so hot that skiers have to use sunblock. From the second half of the month, skiing can hardly be called comfortable, the intense melting of snows cannot be stopped even by heavy April snowfalls. Before the trip, we recommend that you read about to know about the nuances of the weather.

How to rest? In early April, a lot of young people gather in Dombay: paragliding, snowmobiling and snowboarding are popular, ice rink and zorbing rides. Hiking are still difficult and limited by the geography of trails cleared of snow. Some have all the conditions for recreation with small children: children's rooms are equipped, educators work. The hotels have bars, saunas and swimming pools. In the evenings, tourists enjoy mulled wine on cognac and hearty Caucasian dishes.

In general, April is a good time for recreational, cultural and excursion holidays in Russia. Nature wakes up from hibernation and pleases the eye with a violent color, even in the northern latitudes the frosts are already milder. Those who have not had time to ski should hurry up as most resorts close the season in April.