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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 possesses unimaginable wealth - cultural and historical heritage, protected forests and untouched expanses. The elegant streets of St. Petersburg and the 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, waters of the endless Caspian Sea.

Russia lies on large platforms, so its relief is predominantly flat. In the west of the country stretches the wavy 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 rough mountain rivers with rocky rapids. The largest rivers in the country are the Ob, Lena, Irtysh, Yenisei and Volga. Lake District of Russia - Karelia, located here largest lakes Europe - Ladoga and Onega, in Eastern Siberia is the deepest lake on the planet - Baikal.

The flora of Russia - velvet 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. Average January temperatures range from 6 ° C to -50 ° C, depending on the region. 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. Subjects of the Russian Federation have the right to establish state and official languages ​​used on an equal basis with Russian. The most common foreign languages ​​in Russia are Ukrainian, Belarusian and German. English is widely spoken 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, art and cultural values, works of art, psychotropic and potent drugs, ammunition and weapons.

Connection

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. A 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 rest, are developing rapidly ski resorts Russia. One of the main types of tourism in the country is health tourism. Over the centuries, a system of spa treatment has evolved in Russia - based on the sources mineral waters, therapeutic mud, in places with a favorable climate there are sanatoriums and spa hotels.

Tradition / features... Many customs and traditions, rooted in the depths of centuries, have survived in Russia. Every spring, in large cities and very small settlements, they see off the winter on a grand scale - they bake pancakes and burn a straw effigy of Shrovetide, in summer the villages celebrate the day of Ivan Kupala, but the main thing 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, roast, 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 at individuals.

The documents

The list of documents required during the vacation includes:

  • Russian passport
  • travel voucher 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 the receipt of 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 phone numbers

Telephones emergency services in Russia:

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

Tourism

Choice tourist destinations in Russia as wide as nowhere else. Peculiarities geographic location and historical development have 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. The traditional region of beach tourism in our country is the Krasnodar Territory. It is here that the summer capital of Russia - Sochi is located, famous resorts Anapa, Gelendzhik, Tuapse, Adler, Yeisk resort, located on the coast of the Azov Sea.

The resorts of the Crimea offer beach vacations. 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 treatment carried 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 application traditions natural factors formed in the Crimea, especially in Saki and Evpatoria, 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. There are medical resorts in the northern and northwestern regions of the country Marcial waters, Sestroretsk, Svetlogorsk and Zelenogradsk, largest resort 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 on the territory of the country. V Krasnodar Territory Krasnaya Polyana resort is located on the slopes of the Main Caucasian ridge. 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 alpine resorts Of Russia ski vacation offer complexes Dombai and Elbrus, Abzakovo-Bannoe in the Urals. Each of the resorts has the necessary infrastructure and 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 opportunity hiking, scuba diving hunting and fishing, quad biking, cycling and horse riding.

In the warm season, trekking, horseback riding, rafting on mountain rivers for tourists are organized at the resorts Mountain Altai, on Dombai and Krasnaya Polyana. In Crimea, there are opportunities for mountaineering and hang-gliding, mountain climbing, trekking, horseback riding, diving, sea fishing. Active recreation in the north is sleigh rides, dog sledding or reindeer sledding. Conditions for active pursuits - hunting, fishing, hiking, cycling and horse 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, it is allowed to citizens of the CIS countries (except for Turkmenistan), Abkhazia and South Ossetia, a number of South American countries, and 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 ​​27.5 hectares. In 1367. The Kremlin was surrounded brick wall... On the territory are located - the 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 10-20th centuries.


  • The Hermitage is the largest museum in the world, founded by Catherine the Great in the 18th century. The exposition includes a museum of paintings by world-famous artists. In total, more than 3 million values ​​are exhibited on the territory of the museum.
  • Saint Isaac's Cathedral 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, consists of Catherine Park, Old Garden, English Park, Catherine Palace, Memorial Museum, Hermitage Pavilion, etc.
  • Peter-Pavel's Fortress- located on Hare Island, oldest monument 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. Valen-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 is located in the Lower, Upper parks, Grand Palace, the largest system of fountains, water cascades, graceful sculptural compositions, 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 antique ruins of the 4th century BC. The oldest foundations and cobbled streets have been preserved here. There is a large Archaeological Museum, where you can see the crypt of Hercules, monuments to Mother Mary, "Russian Gate" - the remains of a Turkish fortress.
  • Museum of local lore 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 is the largest botanical park, a kind of museum located under open air... The park presents unique specimens 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.
  • The Sochi Art Museum is 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 beautiful park... 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. Counts 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 contain 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 in it 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, existed in the 6th century, when the 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 in Sevastopol, the ruins of an ancient Greek town of the ancient era, in which Vladimir Kievsky converted to 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 and 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 - cave city 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 that has been preserved since 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 is a unique nature reserve located 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.
  • Excavation of Kerkinis opened in 1964, proving the existence of the site modern city Greek colonists. 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, 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 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 Dmitrievsky Monastery of the 11th century. 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 arose 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, in order to later become the main temple of the state.
  • The Golden Gate was built in the 12th century. The building has a rich decoration, 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 the public.
  • Museum of the Transfiguration Monastery Complex. Architectural ensemble built in the 12th century, it is considered the largest of its kind. 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 Bolshoi. 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 is richly painted 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 channel of the Ustye river 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 be.
  • 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

  • Ipatiev Monastery - greatest monument 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 other saints.
  • Museum of the Bubnovs. The house was erected in 1860 for a merchant family, located on the site of a city manor. 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, Mountain Ring and other places associated with the poet's life in the Caucasus.
  • The Castle of Treachery 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 ceiling of which is three meters. In the 20th century, the building was no longer used as a fortification; today there are warehouses and wholesale shops.
  • Brandenburg Gate - beautiful historical monument and the only gates of the city, which are still used for their 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 picturesque open-air museum, visiting which you can get acquainted with the life and culture of the Buryats.
  • Pillars of Huuhain Khada - especially sacred place located 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 ​​7 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. Major 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 tracks. In large cities, there are passenger stations, in small settlements - railway stations... Trains run between cities long distance, there are also suburban electric trains. The railway branch of the Trans-Siberian Railway, connecting Moscow and Vladivostok, runs through the whole country. Check out the timetable for 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... 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.

Underground 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, while 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 the cities is by buses and minibuses. In each relatively large city there are bus stations or bus stations connected by direct flights with 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 arrivals halls of airports, railway 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 service of rental 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 *)
Age of the insured Insurance type Insurance coverage, rub. Policy cost per day, rub. Insurance period

Age of the insured

Insurance type

Insurance coverage, euros *

Policy cost per day, EUR *

Insurance period

from 65 to 79 years old

Medical insurance"OPTIMA"

Medical insurance "OPTIMA"

* payment in rubles at the exchange rate of the Central Bank (+ 2%) on the day of booking

Information about the conclusion and termination of the insurance contract, the amount of insurance obligations, the actions of the parties upon the occurrence of an insured event, the procedure for paying insurance compensation and other necessary information for the insured tourist are indicated in the insurance rules.

The “all-inclusive” system, although unhurriedly, is steadily developing in the resorts of the Krasnodar Territory and in the Crimea. The ATOR Bulletin decided to find out in which hotels in Russia this season you can comfortably relax according to the system " All Inclusive". And the most important thing is how much it will cost.

WHERE IN RUSSIA YOU CAN REST ON THE ALL INCLUSIVE SYSTEM

Today on seaside resorts In Russia, the share of hotels that work with catering systems that are close to the range of services familiar to us in Turkey and already almost forgotten Egypt "All Inclusive" and "Ultra All Inclusive",.

There are about 30 hotels and boarding houses in the top demand of tourists, including those who offer three meals a day plus meals at intermediate stations.

Our TOP includes hotels that are closest to the classic "all inclusive". All of them are presented by Russian tour operators.

ANAPA

Club hotel "Deauville Hotel & SPA" 5 * was built in the Norman style and is positioned as a high-level hotel. The hotel is new - opened in 2013. Transfer time from the airport - 15 minutes, 5 minutes - from the station. On the territory of the hotel there are separate buildings and groups of cottages, connected by open galleries. Private sandy beach located 500 m from the hotel, shuttle service to the beach is available.

On the territory of the hotel there is a complex of outdoor swimming pools of 4 bowls, with total area 0.12 hectares, made in the form of a castle. Children's and animation pools with mineralized water - heated... There is a complex water slides and SPA center.

Deauville Hotel & SPA 5 * offers three meals a day ("buffet") for guests, with non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Intermediate meals are available throughout the day at several on-site snack bars and on the beach. Here - the most extended buffet menu, a large selection of premium alcohol.

For kids a special children's menu has been developed and a separate dining room has been equipped for children aged 0-3 years. For younger guests there are children's clubs "Vicky Chiki" (0-3 years old), "Vicky Chiki" (3-6 years old) and an entertainment and play center for children from 6 years old. Happy holidays and educational games are held every day under the supervision of educators.

This hotel is built in the "Mediterranean style", located in resort area Anapa - near the train station and 30-40 minutes from the airport. The hotel has a large green area, a complex of 4 swimming pools, sports grounds, Vicky Chiki children's clubs, bars and restaurants, a SPA center and much more. The sandy beach of the hotel is 350 meters from the main building.

Ultra all inclusive system at the hotel: an extended buffet menu - in the main restaurant plus intermediate meals in hotel bars and on the beach. We offer a wide range of elite alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a children's menu from 0 years old.

Throughout the day, the hotels run adult and children's animation, and every evening there are various show programs. Free rental of sports equipment, bicycle station.

It is located 20 minutes from the station and half an hour from the airport of Anapa. There are two outdoor adult pools on the territory, one of which is heated and children's pool with slides(with fresh water and heated). Private dedicated area of ​​the sandy beach - 650 meters from the hotel. Family oriented with children.

System "AllInclusive ": includes breakfast, lunch and dinner according to the "Buffet" system (more than 50 names of dishes) in the main restaurant, as well as in cafes and bars on the territory. The menu also includes homemade desserts and pastries and local alcoholic beverages (beer and wine). The hotel hosts themed dinners dedicated to culinary traditions different countries the world. There are children's and vegetarian menus.

For kids: children's club is open, game rooms for children of all ages, a cinema for children with a widescreen screen and DOLBY Surround system and a children's playground on site. Baby cots, cane strollers, bathtubs and even baby pots are available upon request.

"Atelica Grand Meridian" 3 * is located in resort village Vityazevo within walking distance to the sea, next to the central promenade "Paralia". The hotel is also focused on families with children.

All inclusive system: 3 meals a day in the main restaurant and in the bar "Malibu" on the territory. In addition to an assortment of snacks, salads, first and second hot dishes, you can taste Kuban wine and draft beer for free at lunch and dinner. For the youngest guests, in accordance with the recommendations of pediatricians, a separate children's menu has been developed. which includes milk porridge, broths, milk, yoghurts and other children's meals.

There are many shops, attractions around the hotel, and there is a tour desk right on the territory. There is a dolphinarium within walking distance. Private dedicated beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas - 400 meters from the hotel.

The hotel is located in the center resort area Anapa, a short drive from both the station and the airport, on the first line. The hotel is mainly focused on family vacation with children(there are 2 playrooms, a playground, children's animation, a children's menu, a children's pool with a slide). By the hotel wide sandy beach(a dedicated area with awnings and sun loungers 100 m from the hotel) and heated outdoor pool (!)... Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

All inclusive system the hotel provides 3 meals a day according to the "Buffet" system and meals in two cafe-bars on the territory. In addition to a wide range of hot and cold appetizers, first and second courses, pastries and desserts, Kuban red and white wine, beer, spirits, water and fruit juices are free for guests.

V a separate children's menu- milk porridge, broths, milk, yoghurts and other children's meals, and from 12:00 to 16:00 the bar offers delicious ice cream.

Summer season prices start from 3650 rubles for Double Room, while from March to October 15, one child under 12 years old for additional. place with meals is free of charge.

BIG SOCHI

The hotel complex Bridge Resort GK 4 * is located in the Imeretinskaya lowland of the Adler district of the city of Sochi, in close proximity to the Olympic Park. Transfer time from the airport is about 15-20 minutes. The complex itself consists of the main building and 11 thematic buildings, designed in accordance with the idea of ​​traveling around the world.

The hotel has service packages All inclusive and All inclusive +... All hotel guests are provided with three meals a day buffet, alcoholic beverages local production free - from 11:00 to 23:00, soft drinks - around the clock.

V extended package additionally include: transfer to the amusement park at the height of "Skypark AJ Hackett Sochi", Internet club services "Ithotels.ru", herbal bar, dishes from the chef and elite alcohol in the Bridge Resort restaurant, maximum discounts on car rental services and discounts on excursions ...

The hotel offers animation programs, a children's room with a tutor, use of a complex of heated pools (outdoor, indoor, children's) and a jacuzzi.

The hotel is located in the center of the village of Lazarevskoye on the first line. The hotel, in addition to excellent infrastructure for children's recreation, has excellentSPA.

This is one of the most close to the level of service and comfort to Turkish Russian beach hotels... On the territory of the hotel there are 6 swimming pools (including two heated and pools with Maori water) and a water park. A private pebble beach is 50 meters away.

System "AllInclusive " here includes breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets. The menu daily contains 45 different dishes, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Throughout the day in the restaurants "Tavern" and "Galileo" guests are offered unlimited quantities of beer, cold snacks, ice cream, tea, coffee, pastries and sweets.

For kids: amusement park, water park, gym, bowling alley, billiard room, DVD cinema, show programs, table tennis and children's room with tutors. In the children's restaurant, young guests are treated to mashed potatoes, cottage cheese, cereals, specially prepared steamed diet meals, dairy products, desserts and fruits

Complex "Akvaloo" 3 * occupies a landscaped area of ​​14 hectares, which houses its own bigwater park - and this is one of the main features of this hotel in Sochi... Own 250-meter equipped pebble beach is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Transfer time from the airport - about 1 hour, from railway station Loo - 5-7 minutes.

System "All Inclusive» includes 3 meals a day according to the "Buffet" system, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as drinks and snacks throughout the day in cafes and bars on the territory of the hotel.

For kids of any age and adults: a developing mini-club "Aquarik", animation programs, a gym, billiards, bowling, a bath complex and of course, own water park "AQUALOO", a visit to which is already included in the price of the tour. In the water park, guests are provided with bistro-type meals, juice drinks for children and beer for adults.

The hotel is located on first line, in the central part of the city of Sochi. The hotel rooms offer an excellent panorama Caucasus mountains and the Black Sea. Vacationers can use a dedicated area on the beach, a heated pool with sea water, the beach, visit medical treatments, a gym.

System"All inclusive" is valid in the hotel from 13.06.17 to 30.09.17, and includes buffet meals, which are held in the main restaurant of the hotel - "Khrustalny". There are 8 restaurants and 14 bars on the territory of the hotel.

For kids there is a children's room and playground, as well as cribs and strollers for rent.

The hotel is surrounded unique park area with tropical plants, close to the "Winter Theater" and the botanical park "Arboretum".

CRIMEA

SPA hotel of a premium level"Livadiyskiy" is located in the village of Livadia, a 10-minute walk from the Primorsky Park with a singing fountain and a 15-minute walk from the central embankment of Yalta, right on the seashore. Transfer time from Simferopol airport is about an hour and a half.

All inclusive includes: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, including local non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. Special attention is paid to children's menu- it was developed taking into account the recommendations of pediatricians. In addition to food, the "All Inclusive" system also includes children's and adult animation, swimming pools, a complex of five baths.

To the famous Livadia Palace and the park from the hotel you can go up from the shore by elevator or walk along the "Tsarskoy trail".

The hotel is located in the Massandra Park, the beach is located 300 meters from the hotel. Transfer time from the airport of Simferopol - about 1.5 hours.

All inclusive includes breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet), including alcoholic drinks. Meals at intermediate stations (cafes and bars on site) are charged separately. In addition, this system provides free laundry services, minor clothing repair services, and use of the fitness room.

Yalta Intourist is considered one of the famous objects peninsula and " business card»Crimea in the field of business tourism. The hotel often hosts international events and exhibitions.

However, the hotel is attractive and for family vacation : for this there is a huge park area, three swimming pools - Olympic (50 m, 8 lanes), Olympic jumping and children's, with heated sea water, 3 tennis courts, a football field, a volleyball court.

For children it will be interesting to visit located on the territory of the hotel contact zoo, Planetarium and Circularium Spherical Cinema. For parents - a fitness center, a SPA center with mud rejuvenation programs with Saki mud and a salt cave, a massage parlor and a medical center.

OTHER RUSSIAN ALL INCLUSIVE HOTELS: THERE IS A CHOICE

In addition to the 11 hotels presented above, tour operators also offer other objects of different price segments from 2 * to 4 *, which also work on an "all inclusive" system. In most of them, children under 3 years old are accommodated free of charge.

Family vacation is a great opportunity to get even closer, get to know your child better, and most importantly show him the world and teach him a lot. In addition, even the smallest children will enjoy a seaside vacation not only with joy, but also with great benefits from the salty waves and iodized air. It is simply impossible to overestimate their beneficial effect on the well-being of both children and adults. However, every time when planning a vacation, many parents are faced with the question of where to go. Many Russians began to give preference to rest with children on the Black Sea. But do not forget that a vacation with children at sea in 2016 is not the only opportunity for an excellent trip. There are many ski resorts that are great for families.

Features of rest with children abroad

The first thing to consider when going to winter resorts, for example, is that very young children, especially those who are prone to frequent illnesses, will not be the best option for a vacation. As for recreation in hot countries at sea, if the child reacts hard to the change in climate and nutrition, then in this case it is also worth choosing the options easier. In some countries, costs for a child can be up to 80% of the entire tour price for an adult. However, there is a list of countries that have flexible discount systems for children.

In some resorts, children traditionally rest completely free of charge. This opportunity is provided in Cyprus, Greece, Turkey and Egypt. When choosing a country for recreation, special attention should be paid to the sanitary and epidemiological state of the resort. After all, the safety and health of your child is above all tempting low prices on tours with children. And, perhaps, the last thing to do when planning a vacation with your child: choose a resort with a short flight.

The best resort countries for families

Family vacations with children will truly be exciting and will be remembered for a lifetime, as many countries offer the highest level of service.

Turkey

Turkey is famous for its many fun entertainment programs for all family members. An important fact is that in Turkish hotels The excellent service of all guests is welcomed by the warm and attentive staff. Holidays in Turkey with children will definitely become carefree, as they will take care of everything for you. However, you need to know that the most high prices for trips to Turkey in July and August, so it is best to go on vacation with children in September.

Bulgaria

A resort country like Bulgaria was created exclusively for a relaxing family vacation. All resorts in the country are very beautiful views, and in hotels, children can be offered a lot of games and entertainment. It is best to fly to Bulgaria with children in August - September. At this time in Bulgaria it is very warm and the sea is well warmed up, which is good for children.

Greece

Greece is azure sandy beaches, the most picturesque views and everything that can harmonize a family vacation. If you are traveling to Greece to soak up the sun, then it is best to do this from May to September. If you want to visit the cultural programs of the country more, then it is better to buy tours for March - April.

Where is the best place to go in winter?

Winter family holidays are very diverse, as it can be spent not only in cold, but also warm countries... In Italy, you can visit excellent ski resorts. There are six of them: Dolomiti di Brenta, Val di Susa, Dolomites, Val d'Aosta, Alta Valtellina and Trento. In addition, excellent ski resorts can be visited in the same Greece, Bulgaria and Turkey. Concerning winter holiday in warm countries, then beach seasons opened in countries such as the UAE, Egypt, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Maldives and many others.

The main types of recreation and entertainment for children and their parents

In almost all resort countries there are many different types of recreation and entertainment. Among them are: water parks, dolphinariums, swimming pools, animation performances for children and entertainment shows, parties, clubs, excursions for adults.

What to pay special attention to to make your children's holiday unforgettable

Today, almost all hotels offer a variety of entertainment programs for children. However, in order for your child to have a truly unforgettable vacation, you need to decide in advance on the desired children's entertainment and choose a tour based on your preferences. Game labyrinths, huge playgrounds, children's outdoor pools with slides, entertainment shows, water parks and much more. Here's what overseas resorts can offer you.

Babysitting services at the hotel will be very helpful so that parents can spend time together. But this also needs to be foreseen. As a rule, at all overseas resorts, baby food includes a wide variety of menus, so your child will certainly find a dish to his liking.

Planning a vacation with children

When planning to go on vacation with your children, you should take care of having a passport, if necessary, issue a visa and documents confirming the parent's relationship with the child. Then it is worth considering the availability of a transfer that will take you directly to the hotel, but if you use the services of a travel agency, then everything will be done for you in advance.

Family hotels

If we talk about Turkey, the best hotels in it are Laserpark Hotel 5 * All and Cornelia De Luxe Resort 5 * All, which are located in Belek. An excellent hotel in Bulgaria is Gergana 4 * All in Albena. And on the beach village of Obzor there is a chic hotel Miramar 4 * All. Greece has the most good hotels for family holidays will be: Aldemar Cretan Village 4 *, Aldemar Paradise Mare 5 * and Best Western Zante Park 4 *. If you want to know more about best hotels and other information about hotels in certain countries, then our specialists will be able to help you.

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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 possesses unimaginable wealth - cultural and historical heritage, protected forests and untouched expanses. The elegant streets of St. Petersburg and the 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 stretches the wavy Central Russian plain, separated by the ridge of the Ural Mountains from the Siberian plateau. In the south of Russia there are the Caucasus mountain systems with the highest point of the country - Mount Elbrus, Sayan and Altai. In the 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 rough mountain rivers with rocky rapids. The largest rivers in the country are the Ob, Lena, Irtysh, Yenisei and Volga. Lake District of Russia - Karelia, the largest lakes in Europe - Ladoga and Onega, are located here, in Eastern Siberia there is the deepest lake on the planet - Baikal.

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

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. Average January temperatures range from 6 ° C to -50 ° C, depending on the region. Summer in most of Russia is moderately warm with an average temperature of 1 ° C in the northern regions to 25 ° C on the 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. Subjects of the Russian Federation have the right to establish state and official languages ​​used on an equal basis with Russian. The most common foreign languages ​​in Russia are Ukrainian, Belarusian and German. English is widely spoken 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.

Connection

In Russia, cellular services 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 on the springs of mineral waters, therapeutic mud, in places with a favorable climate.

Tradition / features... Many customs and traditions, rooted in the depths of centuries, have survived in Russia. 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 of national cuisine are presented in all their richness in restaurants. Daily cabbage soup, roast, 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 at individuals.

The 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 the receipt of 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 phone numbers

Emergency telephone numbers in Russia:

  • Fire Department - 01
  • Police - 02
  • Ambulance - 03
  • Unified round-the-clock assistance service when calling from a 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. The traditional region of 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, is located.

The resorts of the Crimea offer beach vacations. 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 treatment carried 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 were 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 northwestern 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 on the territory of 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 the high-altitude resorts of Russia, ski resorts are offered by the complexes of Dombai and Elbrus, Abzakovo-Bannoe in the Urals. Each of the resorts has the necessary infrastructure and comfortable accommodation conditions.

Weekend tours... The most popular destinations for a weekend getaway are the cities of the Moscow region, the outskirts of large 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 in 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 recreation in the north is sleigh rides, dog sledding or reindeer sledding. Conditions for active pursuits - hunting, fishing, hiking, cycling and horse riding - are available in Central Russia.

Visa

To visit the Russian Federation, citizens of most countries 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 South American countries, and 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 ​​27.5 hectares. In 1367. The Kremlin was surrounded by a brick wall. On the territory are located - the 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 10-20th centuries.


  • The Hermitage is the largest museum in the world, founded by Catherine the Great in the 18th century. The exposition includes a museum of paintings by world-famous artists. In total, more than 3 million values ​​are 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, consists of the Catherine Park, the Old Garden, the English Park, the Catherine Palace, the Memorial Museum, the Hermitage Pavilion, etc.
  • Peter and Paul 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, the Grand Duke's 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. Valen-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 antique ruins of the 4th century BC. The oldest 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.


  • The Arboretum is the largest botanical park, a kind of open-air museum. 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.
  • The Sochi Art Museum is 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.
  • The Vorontsov Palace is located in Alupka, built from diabase, there is a beautiful park on 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. It is considered the most luxurious palace in Crimea, and is the venue for 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 of the southern coast of 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 contain 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 in it 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, existed in the 6th century, when the 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 in Sevastopol, the ruins of an ancient Greek town of the ancient era, in which Vladimir Kievsky converted to Christianity.
  • The Military History Museum in honor of the Black Sea Fleet is considered the oldest of similar museums in the world. Opened in 1869, it is located in a beautiful building, presents a valuable exposition dedicated to the customs and 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 the inner hall there is a fresco painting that has been preserved since 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 is a unique nature reserve located 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, leads to a natural grotto formed by sea waves in massive rocks.
  • Chaliapin's grotto is a 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 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 Dmitrievsky Monastery of the 11th century. 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 arose 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. The highest tower of 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, in order to later become the main temple of the state.
  • The Golden Gate was built in the 12th century. The building has a rich decoration, 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 the public.
  • Museum of the Transfiguration 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 Bolshoi. 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 is richly painted 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 channel of the Ustye river 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 be.
  • 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.
  • The 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 other saints.
  • Museum of the Bubnovs. The house was erected in 1860 for a merchant family, located on the site of a city manor. 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, Mountain Ring and other places associated with the poet's life in the Caucasus.
  • The Castle of Insidiousness and Love is located in Kislovodsk - a natural monument of 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 ceiling of which is three meters. In the 20th century, the building was no longer 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.
  • The Cathedral is 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 picturesque open-air museum, visiting which you can get acquainted with the life and culture of the Buryats.
  • The pillars of Khuukhein-Khada is a particularly sacred place located 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 ​​7 thousand square meters. The largest and highest volcano on the mainland, Klyuchevskaya Sopka, is located here.

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. The largest airports in the country 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 tracks. In large cities there are passenger stations, in small settlements there are railway stations. Long-distance trains run between cities, and suburban electric trains also operate. The 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.

Underground 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, while 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 the cities is by buses and minibuses. In every relatively large city there are bus stations or bus stations connected by direct flights with 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 arrivals halls of airports, railway 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 service of rental with a return in another city is limited to a small number of settlements, or is not provided at all.

Insurance program "OPTIMA" (insurance coverage 50,000 euros *)
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from 65 to 79 years old

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* payment in rubles at the exchange rate of the Central Bank (+ 2%) on the day of booking

Information about the conclusion and termination of the insurance contract, the amount of insurance obligations, the actions of the parties upon the occurrence of an insured event, the procedure for paying insurance compensation and other necessary information for the insured tourist are indicated in the insurance rules.

Nowadays, all-inclusive rest is popular among tourists. For the first time this system, whose name in English sounds like "All Inclusive", was tested in Mallorca in 1950. The principle is that absolutely all drinks and meals are provided to the vacationer without restrictions. At the same time, drinks can be both non-alcoholic and alcoholic, but not imported, but only locally produced.

A little later, the “Ultra All Inclusive” system appeared, which was more extended, according to which imported drinks could also be provided. Today, in many establishments for recreation on the Black Sea, the all-inclusive system also includes the use of the beach and various entertainment.

If you decide to spend an interesting and most comfortable vacation on the “all inclusive” principle on the Black Sea, then you should familiarize yourself with the hotels where this service is provided. Let's look at some options for where to go to the Black Sea for an all-inclusive vacation.

All inclusive boarding houses on the Black Sea

Club hotel-boarding house "Riviera"- Provides three meals a day, "buffet" type, any kind of drinks, two swimming pools, a sauna and a phyto-bar, a playground and, of course, a beach. One child under the age of 10 can get healthier for free, and the other one - with a 50% discount.

Krasnodar Territory, in a local boarding house on the Black Sea called "Pine Grove", where also "all inclusive", you can relax with a baby from the age of two. Accommodation, three meals a day along with soft drinks, a large outdoor pool - all this will be included in the price of such a voucher.

Sochi, sanatorium "Zapolyarye" ideal for family holidays on the Black Sea (all inclusive). Here you can rest all year round, and a child under three years old will be admitted free of charge. Meals 3 times a day with an intermediate snack and soft drinks. Guests can use the swimming pool with a water park, bowling, minigolf, billiards and a beach.

"Prometheus club" is another well-known resort complex in Sochi, which operates on an "all inclusive" system. The price of your voucher will include food, and for children there is a children's restaurant with an interesting menu for kids from one year old. The club offers to use the services of a water park and five swimming pools, playing darts, bowling or billiards. You can visit the cinema and gym, disco. Funny animators will entertain your little one on the playground.