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MOSCOW CITY
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SUZDAL CITY
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PSKOV AND PECHORY CITY
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KIZHI ISLAND CITY
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NOVOSIBIRSK CITY
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NIZHNY NOVGOROD CITY
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KAZAN CITY
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ANAPA CITY
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BARNAUL CITY
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EKATERINBURG CITY
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Russian Cities | Russia Points of Interest

Russia is the largest country in the world which is spread over nine different time zones and is also very diverse country. There are a wide variety of things to explore in this country ranging from lavish palaces to soviet era relics and antiques to famous cities. It is difficult to choose which place you want to have your vacation in, because every place in this country offers you something memorable and pleasant. This is where we come to rescue and will help you choose the place you want to spend your holiday in Russia. Bringing to you, the top 135 best cities to visit in Russia which are listed below from top 1 to 5.

Moscow City Russia

1. Moscow City Russia

The capital city of Russia, Moscow is a must visit place in the country and is home to mighty Kremlin and the red square. The Moscow city inspired many of spy novels. This city turned from a small provincial outpost to a cutting edge city with a long history and lively night life. You must visit the red square where you can see the world’s famous Onion domed St Basil’s cathedral that has some bright colors on it- a symbol of Russia. another must visit place is the golden domed Kremlin which is opposite to the mighty red square which is the powerhouse of all political affairs of Russia where dictators and tyrants like Ivan and Stalin conducted their businesses. There are also many internationally famous galleries, museums, markets, restaurants and shopping centers in this large and beautiful capital city.

2. Suzdal City Russia

Suzdal City RussiaSuzdal once served as a capital for many Russian principalities and is also the jewel city of the country because this place serves as a living museum for all the historic events, and cultural past of Russia. the Suzdal is called as the golden ring and you can captivated with all the historic sites and many full sized onion shaped dome topped kremlins, monasteries and cathedrals that are everywhere in the city. The city dates back to 1024 and is one of the oldest cities in the country. The suzdal city is much like an open air museum which will definitely transport you back into past.

3. Pskov and Pechory City Russia

Pskov and Pechory City RussiaThe third best city of Russia in our list of top 5 best cities to visit in Russia lies in the north west region of the country and is 30 kms from the Estonia which is the Pskov, an ancient and historical place which has a fortified riverside Kremlin and a cathedral which is the must see place for any tourist. This very city dates back to 903 which make Pskov the oldest city in the country. There are many tiny and beautiful churches, medieval time outer town walls and picturesque Byzantine architecture in the city. There is a trinity cathedral inside the walls that stands 256 ft. tall and has a glided dome that is visible from 30 km away on a cloudless day is a must see place. Located within a short drive range is a beautiful Pechory settlement that is famous for its Monastery. You can see many monks living in this place along with spooky burial caves that are filled with coffins and dead bodies of 10,000 monks.

4. ST. Petersburg City Russia

ST. Petersburg City RussiaOne of the country’s most developed and European city is the ST. Petersburg which is a great place with lots of history and culture. This is one of the must visit cities in Russia that is filled Kizhi Island City Russia with more than 220 museums, 80 theatres and 2000 libraries and many edgy art galleries along   with few famous bohemian cafes, hostels, underground clubs and good restaurants. There is also a UNESCO listed historic center in the city which is a network of canals along with baroque and neoclassic architectures. The city also has a lively night life.

5. Kizhi Island City Russia

Kizhi Island is located in the Lake Onega of Russia and is famous for its open air museum which is one of a kind museum that preserves historical, natural and cultural interests of the country along with a pretty wonderful wood structures collection. The must visit places of this tiny island are the Church of the resurrection of Lazarus and the Kizhi pogost.

More 130 Exciting Travel Places in Russia-

  1. Novosibirsk

  2. Nizhny Novgorod

  3. Kazan

  4. Anapa

  5. Barnaul

  6. Ekaterinburg

  7. Golden Ring

  8. Summer Palace

  9. smolny cathedral,St.petersburg

  10. church of resurrection on spilled blood

  11. state hermitage museum

  12. peter and paul fortress

  13. white nights festival in st.petersburg

  14. Bolshoi  theatre,moscow

  15. saint basil’s cathedral,mascow

  16. Red square

  17. Nikulin circus,moscow

  18. The moscow kremlin

  19. Lenin’s mausoleum(lenin’s tomb),moscow

  20. Moscow  river cruise

  21. kremlin suzdal

  22. Wooden church of st.nicholas

  23. St.john baptist church

  24. kamchatka peninsula

  25. Valley of geysers,kamchatka peninsula russia

  26. solovetsky island,onega bay russia

  27. Altai mountains

  28. kizhi island,republic of karelia

  29. sochi russia

  30. kazan russia

  31. Lake baikal,russia

  32. Mount elbrus,russia

  33. St.sophia’s cathedral,novgorod

  34. volga river cruise,russia

  35. Dombay,russia

  36. Pskov and pechory city,russia

  37. Veliky Novgorod city,russia

  38. Petropavlovsk-kamchatsky city,russia

  39. Vladivostok city,russia

  40. Ruskeala,republic of karelia

  41. stolby nature reserve,krasnoyarsk,russia

  42. Virgin komi forests ,russia

  43. Volcanoes of kamchatka,russia

  44. Lena pillars nature park,russia

  45. Lake baikal,russia

  46. St.basil’s cathedral

  47. Winter palace russia

  48. Peterhof,russia

  49. Catherine palace,russia

  50. St.Isaac’s cathedral,russia

  51. Kurshskaya kosa,russia

  52. Bolshoi theatre

  53. Russian museum

  54. Gorky central park of culture and leisure

  55. The state tretyakov gallery

  56. Palace square

  57. Kizhi,russia

  58. Arbat street,russia

  59. State historical museum,russia

  60. Mount elbrus,russia

  61. Armoury chamber,russia

  62. Sparrow hills,russia

  63. The pushkin state museum of fine arts

  64. All-russian exhibition center

  65. Mariinsky theatre,russia

  66. Novodevichy convent,russia

  67. Amber room,russia

  68. Cathedral of christ the saviour,russia

  69. kazan kremlin,russia

  70. yusupov palace,russia

  71. Museum of cosmonautics,russia

  72. Tverskaya street,russia

  73. Tsaritsyno museum-reserve,russia

  74. Ostankino television tower,russia

  75. Grand kremlin palace,russia

  76. Kolomenskoye,russia

  77. Cruiser aurora,russia

  78. Dormition cathedral,russia

  79. Summer garden,russia

  80. Kunstkamera,russia

  81. Rostral’naya colonna,russia

  82. Bronze horseman

  83. saint michael’s castle

  84. Mamayev kurgan,russia

  85. Aleksandrovskiy sad,russia

  86. Tsar bell,russia

  87. The menshikov palace,russia

  88. Smol’nyy sobor,russia

  89. kul sharif mosque,russia

  90. Ivan the great bell-tower

  91. The holy trinity-st.sergius lavra

  92. Alexander nevsky lavra

  93. Amber museum

  94. Marble palace

  95. The motherland calls,russia

  96. Petersburg metro

  97. Annunciation cathedral,russia

  98. Aleksandroskaya kolonna,russia

  99. Valaam, russia

  100. Tsar cannon,russia

  101. Anichkov bridge,russia

  102. (Lenskiye stolby)

  103. Stroganov palace,russia

  104. Catherine park,russia

  105. Moscow zoo

  106. Dvortsovyy most,russia

  107. Mutnovsky

  108. Cathedral of the archangel

  109. spasskaya bashnya,russia

  110. Poklonnaya hill,russia

  111. sokolniki park,russia

  112. Griboyedov canal

  113. stolby,russia

  114. Field of mars

  115. Valaamskiy monastyrm,russia

  116. Izmailovo kremlin,russia

  117. Klyuchevskaya sopka,russia

  118. Faberge museum

  119. Dutch admiralty,russia

  120. Taltsy museum

  121. konigsberg cathedral

  122. pavlovsk,russia

  123. Avacha bay

  124. Nikolo-bogoyavlenskiy morskoy sobor

  125. Mikhaylovskiy dvorets,russia

  126. Tsarskoye selo,russia

  127. Suyumbike tower,russia

  128. sochi olympic park,adler,mac,russia

  129. Belukha mountain

  130. Yekaterinburg

130 Exciting Travel Places in Russia

  1. Novosibirsk

NOVOSIBIRSK

Novosibirsk is a city in southern Russia’s Siberia, divided by the Ob River. The Trans-Siberian Railway, symbolized by the Novosibirsk Rail Bridge, fueled much of the city’s 19th-century growth.

The golden domes of the 19th-century Byzantine-style Alexander Nevsky Cathedral are located in the city center. The Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre abuts Lenin Square.

  1. Nizhny Novgorod

NIZHNY-NOVGOROD

Nizhny Novgorod is a large city in western Russia on the Volga River. It is famous for its Kremlin, which was built in the 16th century and is surrounded by 13 fortified towers, including the Dmitrovskaya Tower.

The Nizhny Novgorod State Art Museum, housed in a grand building, displays Russian and European paintings as well as an icon collection.

  1. Kazan 

KAZAN

Kazan is located on the banks of the Volga and Kazanka rivers in southwest Russia. It is the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, a semi-autonomous region, and is famous for the centuries-old Kazan Kremlin, a fortified citadel with museums and sacred sites.

The tiered Tower of Soyembika, the blue-and-gold domed Annunciation Cathedral, and the vast, colorful Kul Sharif Mosque are all Kremlin landmarks.

  1. Barnaul 

BARNAUL

Barnaul is a city in the Altai Krai region of Siberia, Russia, located on the western bank of the Ob River. Nagorny Park, located along the river, contains old tombs, and the red-brick Pokrovsky Cathedral is topped with blue domes.

Explore the great outdoors at edelveys parks in Barnaul. Barnaul’s national military history museum is well-known for its rich history. 

  1. Anapa

ANAPA

When you think of Russia, you probably don’t imagine sandy beaches, lively Mediterranean nightlife, and ancient Greek ruins, but Anapa has all of those things to offer.

The worldwide population mostly ignores the Black Sea resort, although green meadows, white sands, and subtropical temperatures reward dedicated visitors. It is extremely popular with many establishing camps on the dunes for the whole summer.

  1. Ekaterinburg 

EKATERINBURG

Ekaterinburg was a revolutionary movement center in the Urals between the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Today, Ekaterinburg is a lively city filled with towering buildings, gorgeous cathedrals, and exquisite Soviet Union relics. Furthermore, Ekaterinburg serves as a major crossroads for seven railway lines. When arriving at the city’s main train station, visitors will be struck by its splendor.

  1. Golden Ring 

GOLDEN-RING

The Golden Ring is a big draw for travelers looking to experience the authentic Russian atmosphere. This well-known tourist route includes nine old Russian cities that have retained their authentic ambiance from the XII-XIX centuries. The most notable feature of the Golden Ring is that its cities still have their original architecture.

  1. Summer Palace 

SUMMER-PALACE

The Summer Palace of Peter the Great is one of Saint Petersburg’s oldest structures. It is situated in a lovely area called Summer Garden. It features Great history and some incredible works of art. It also features Adam and Eve sculptures. Waterfalls, overhanging pathways, and sculptures adorn the Gardens.

  1. Smolny cathedral, St.petersburg 

SMOLNY-CATHEDRAL,ST

The sparkling cupolas of Smolny Cathedral, one of St. Petersburg’s most stunning churches, rise majestically from its waterside perch on the Neva River. The sky blue towers of the Smolny Cathedral remain cheerful all year. The structure is bordered by churches and residential buildings with two-tier arcades. The Cathedral’s interior decoration is simple yet solemn: marble in the church halls, a crystal railing, and three splendid iconostasis.

  1. Church of resurrection on spilled blood 

CHURCH-OF-RESURRECTION-ON-SPILLED-BLOOD

One of St. Petersburg’s most stunning church is the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood. The Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood is a breath-taking sight both outside and within its ornately adorned walls, with multi-colored onion domes reminiscent of St Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow. Plan to spend an hour or two admiring the stunning decor.

  1. State Hermitage Museum 

STATE-HERMITAGE-MUSEUM

The State Hermitage is one of the world’s largest art museums. It is one of the destinations that thousands of people all around the world wish to visit. The State Hermitage Museum’s collection contains over three million pieces of art and monuments of world culture, including paintings, sculptures, and works of applied art, as well as archaeological finds and numismatic material.

  1. Peter and Paul fortress 

PETER-AND-PAUL-FORTRESS

The Peter and Paul Fortress, St. Petersburg’s oldest architectural landmark, represents the city’s long history on the Neva. The fortress’s land is tiny but well-kept. There are several souvenir shops as well as museums. The Peter and Paul Fortress is a large campus that includes a church with a bell tower and other museums of all categories.

  1. White nights festival in st. Petersburg 

WHITE-NIGHTS-FESTIVAL-IN-ST

“Stars of the White Nights” is a festival hosted by St. Petersburg’s performing arts scene that serves as the arts activities series that starts off the city’s white night season. The city organizes countless classical musical concerts, plays, operas, and ballet events from late May until the end of July. It’s an exciting sight with an incredible water show on the Neva River.

  1. Bolshoi theatre, Moscow 

BOLSHOI--THEATRE,MOSCOW

The Bolshoi Theatre is one of the largest opera and ballet houses in Russia and one of the most significant in the world. The theater’s complex of buildings is located in the middle of Moscow, on Theatre Square. On the stage of the Bolshoi Theater, almost 800 works were performed.

  1. Saint basil’s cathedral, Moscow 

SAINT-BASIL’S-CATHEDRAL,MASCOW

The Cathedral of St. Basil Basil’s Cathedral is a popular tourist destination in Moscow. The church is a significant location that narrates one of the most well-known stories. Inside the church, there are several ceramic treasures, paintings, candlesticks, and other artifacts dating back to the church’s establishment in the Middle Ages.

  1. Red square 

RED-SQUARE

The Red Square in Moscow is located near the Moscow River and has witnessed major historical events. In Red Square, you may visit several monuments, churches, museums, and commercial galleries, each with its significance: the Kremlin, the Lenin Mausoleum, the Cathedrals of St. Basil, and Kazan, the State Museum of Russian History, or the GUM Galleries. 

  1. Nikulin circus, Moscow 

Nikulin-circus,moscow

The Nikulin Circus is one of Russia’s oldest circuses. At the entrance of the Horse Theatre, there is a statue of Nikulin. The show attracts a large number of local adults and children. This little circus, with clowns, acrobats, and jugglers, is a favorite attraction for youngsters. It is known for its spectacular performances and beautiful costumes.

  1. The Moscow Kremlin 

THE-MOSCOW-KREMLIN

The Moscow Kremlin is one of the world’s greatest architectural ensembles, the oldest section of the city, a representation of Russian ethnicity, and a treasure trove of historical artifacts, cultural, and aesthetic treasures. It is the primary historical, social, political, and religious complex in Moscow, which serves as the official residence of the Russian Federation’s president.

  1. Lenin’s mausoleum(Lenin’s tomb), Moscow 

LENIN’S-MAUSOLEUM(LENIN’S-TOMB),MOSCOW

One of the top attractions in Moscow is a visit to the Lenin Mausoleum, where Lenin’s mummified remains are still on display. This massive stone mausoleum houses the embalmed body—or perhaps a wax replica—of this terrible Russian leader from the 20th century,  and visitors are expected to behave decently at all times.

  1. Moscow River cruise 

MOSCOW--RIVER-CRUISE

The river cruise begins near the Tretyakov Bridge in Moscow’s center. A beautiful ship will provide a magnificent view of Moscow’s city center. You’ll visit many of the city’s biggest sights while sitting near the window and listening to stories about Moscow. There is also a restaurant on the ship where you may order meals and drinks.

  1. Kremlin Suzdal 

KREMLIN-SUZDAL

Kremlin Suzdal is an aristocratic area of town, surrounded by a ring of earth ramparts with wooden walls and towers on top, designed for the prince’s court and guards as well as the elite clergy. The ramparts and moats of the Kremlin, as well as various churches, the archbishop’s house, and the historic Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin, have all been preserved.

  1. Wooden church of st. Nicholas 

WOODEN-CHURCH-OF-ST

The church of St. Nicholas, a treasury of folk architecture, is in the southern section of the village Bodrual, surrounded by an adjacent cemetery. The church was constructed without the use of a single nail. It is situated on green grass and is bordered by the blue sky alongside the tree.

  1. St. John Baptist Church 

ST.JOHN-BAPTIST-CHURCH

The St. John the Baptist church, which stands in glory, is evidence that Christianity has been practiced in Thane since the 16th century. This church is one of Thane’s oldest, dating back over 500 years. This gorgeous church, encircled by Masunda Lake, provides a stunning perspective of the entire city and is a popular tourist destination.

  1. The Kamchatka Peninsula 

KAMCHATKA-PENINSULA

The Kamchatka Peninsula with the amazing scenery, vegetation, and animals, is a fascinating site to explore. Kamchatka, often known as the Land of Ice and Fire, is one of the best places on earth.  The Russian peninsula’s long and exposed coastline, home to brown bears, active volcanoes, and just over 320.000 people, has a lot of opportunities for exciting adventures.

  1. Valley of geysers, Kamchatka peninsula

VALLEY-OF-GEYSERS,KAMCHATKA-PENINSULA-RUSSIA

The Valley of Geysers, located on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s the Far East, is the world’s second-biggest geyser field. There are over 200 geysers in the region, as well as several hot-water springs and permanent spouters. The only way to get to this breathtaking location is via helicopter.

  1. Solovetsky island, Onega bay Russia 

SOLOVETSKY-ISLAND,ONEGA-BAY-RUSSIA

The Solovetsky Islands, also known as the Solovki, are an archipelago in Russia’s Onega Bay in the White Sea. The Solovetsky archipelago comprises six main and hundreds of tiny islands. When you approach the island by ship, the outlines of the walls and towers of the historical fortress, the Solovetsky Fortress, gradually appear in the distance, leaving an unforgettable memory.

  1. Altai mountains 

ALTAI-MOUNTAINS

The Altai Mountains are located in the center of Russia and are known for their lengthy icy winters and hot but short summers. Seasonal activities include anything from herb collection to mountaineering, as well as rafting, sailing, kayaking, and fishing. Everyone will find something to their liking including skating and mountain skiing, riding the legendary Russian three horses, snowmobiles, and winter fishing.

  1. Kizhi island, Republic of Karelia 

KIZHI-ISLAND,REPUBLIC-OF-KARELIA

Kizhi is one of the largest islands in the Republic of Karelia. Boats, fish houses, granaries, residences, saunas, windmills, barns, and chapels are among the wooden constructions on the island. The main attraction on the island is the Transfiguration Church, which was erected in 1714 and has 22 domes covered in golden leaves and holy portraits.

  1. Sochi, Russia 

SOCHI-RUSSIA

Sochi is Russia’s only subtropical resort city, stretching along the Black Sea’s gorgeous shoreline. Many well-to-do Russians visit some of Russia’s most prominent healing mineral springs to revitalize. Sochi boasts a lovely park system, featuring a botanical garden and arboretum with rare and exotic tropical vegetation, as well as lovely coastline promenades and paths.

  1. Kazan, Russia 

KAZAN-RUSSIA

Kazan, the capital city of the Republic of Tatarstan, is a magnificent metropolis that exemplifies Russia’s Tsarist heritage. Kazan is a classic Russian city with tremendous beauty and heart, with intricate palaces, towering churches, and a lively cultural scene. Visitors may take a long stroll through the city’s streets, which each provide a different arrangement of colors and old monuments.

  1. Lake Baikal, Russia 

LAKE-BAIKAL,RUSSIA

Lake Baikal in Russia is one of the most gorgeous and attractive sites on earth. Lake Baikal, surrounded by mile-high snowcapped mountains, still provides breathtaking views. The mountains are still a shelter for wild creatures, and the little villages remain sanctuaries of peace and self-sufficiency in the isolated Siberian taiga.

  1. Mount Elbrus, Russia 

MOUNT-ELBRUS,RUSSIA

Mount Elbrus is the highest mountain in both Russia and Europe. This is also the world’s tenth most prominent mountain. For this reason alone, many adventurers go to Russia to climb this mountain. Mount Elbrus is Russia’s highest mountain, attracting thousands of visitors each year who enjoy hiking, cycling, skiing, and climbing.

  1. St.sophia’s Cathedral, Novgorod
  2. ST.SOPHIA’S-CATHEDRAL,NOVGOROD

The Cathedral is located within the Kremlin. This majestic cathedral is considered the city’s icon and was originally the hiding place for Novgorod’s treasure. It is one of Russia’s oldest stone buildings. It is a magnificent and peaceful church, a sacred space, cold and dark, with highly intriguing icons and a unique ambiance.

  1. Volga river cruise, Russia 

VOLGA-RIVER-CRUISE,RUSSIA

The Volga River, Russia’s national river, is the longest and has the greatest watershed in Europe. Cruising down the Volga River is fun because ships have numerous onboard facilities that make your experience comfortable and pleasurable. The view of the famous palaces, monuments, villages, and landmarks that you will see makes the journey genuinely memorable.

  1. Dombay, Russia 

DOMBAY,RUSSIA

Dombay is breathtakingly gorgeous. The panoramic vista that opens up as you ascend the ski lifts is breathtaking. This is one of Russia’s best ski resorts and mountain locations. They also have winter paragliding and a variety of other adventure sports in the region, which we engaged in with our friends.

  1. Pskov and Pechory city, Russia 

PSKOV-AND-PECHORY-CITY,RUSSIA

These cities will offer an excellent opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of the crowded city and experience Russia as it truly is. You will stop in the Silver Ring’s most significant towns, including Velikiy Novgorod, Pskov, Izborsk, and Pechory. There are distinctive monuments to Russian history and culture in each of these places.

  1. Veliky Novgorod city, Russia 

VELIKY-NOVGOROD-CITY,RUSSIA

The oldest city in Russia, Veliky Novgorod, is located about 180 kilometers south of St. Petersburg. Its historical core has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is well worth a visit. The Kremlin, historic cathedrals, monasteries, museums, etc. are only a few of the city’s many tourist attractions.

  1. Petropavlovsk-kamchatsky city, Russia 

PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKY-CITY,RUSSIA

The city is situated on the bank of a bay that is regarded as one of the most beautiful in the world. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy is the Far East’s first historical city because of its numerous architectural and historical features, including the Memorial Complex on St. Nicholas Hill, the Bering Monument, and La Perouse, a church dedicated to the events of 1854.

  1. Vladivostok city, Russia 

VLADIVOSTOK-CITY,RUSSIA

In the Russian Federation, Vladivostok has a distinctive and isolated position. This wonderful city is a very unique place with a fantastic combination of Asian, European, and Russian traditions. It features everything an ideal trip destination should have, including wonderful cities, stunning nature, diverse cultures, and incredible sites.

  1. Ruskeala, Republic of Karelia 

RUSKEALA,REPUBLIC-OF-KARELIA

People from all over the world visit Karelia to appreciate its unique natural beauty, marvel at its outstanding architecture, and learn about the region’s rich history. The Marble Canyon is a natural wonder of breathtaking beauty and the crown jewel of the Ruskeala Mountain Park. Discover hundreds of canyon patterns in Ruskeala created by Mother Nature with love and care.

  1. Stolby nature reserve, Krasnoyarsk, Russia 

STOLBY-NATURE-RESERVE,KRASNOYARSK,RUSSIA

Krasnoyarsk Pillars is a Russian national park located on the northwestern spurs of the Eastern Sayan Mountains, 10 kilometers south of Krasnoyarsk. The site is well-known for its spectacular rock formations. Every year, over 200,000 climbers, hikers, and other visitors are counted. The park has a total area of 47,219 hectares.

  1. Virgin Komi Forest, Russia 

VIRGIN-KOMI-FORESTS-,RUSSIA

The Virgin Komi Forests are a natural UNESCO World Heritage Site in Russia’s Komi Republic’s Northern Ural Mountains. For more than 50 years, this vast area of conifers, aspens, birches, peat bogs, rivers, and natural lakes has been monitored and studied. The Ural Mountains taiga ecoregion includes the Virgin Komi Forests.

  1. VOLCANOES OF KAMCHATKA, RUSSIA

VOLCANOES-OF-KAMCHATKA,RUSSIA

The Kamchatka River and its surrounding central side valley are surrounded by large volcanic belts that contain approximately 300 volcanoes, 29 of which are currently active. A variety of animal species, including bears, snow rams, northern deer, sable, and wolverines, are abundant, and there is a high level of endemism.

  1. LENA PILLARS NATURE PARK, RUSSIA

LENA-PILLARS-NATURE-PARK,RUSSIA

The name Lena Pillars refers to a natural rock formation along the banks of the Lena River in far eastern Siberia. The pillars are 150-300 meters tall and formed in some Cambrian period sea basins. The highest pillar density is found between the villages of Petrovskoye and Tit-Ary.

  1. LAKE BAIKAL, RUSSIA

LAKE-BAIKAL,RUSSIA

Lake Baikal is an ancient, massive lake in Russia’s mountainous Siberia region, north of the Mongolian border. The Great Baikal Trail, which circles the world’s deepest lake, is a network of hiking paths. On its western shoreline, the village of Listvyanka is a popular starting point for summer wildlife-spotting tours, as well as winter ice skating and dog sledding.

  1. St. Basil’s Cathedral 

St.basil's cathedral

St. Basil’s Cathedral is Moscow’s most famous architectural work. This Cathedral represents to Russians what the Eiffel Tower represents to the French: an honorable symbol of their past, present, and future. Its sides were originally made of wood, but during the reign of Catherine II the Great, the walls were rebuilt in the same stone seen today, with swirling colors and designs.

  1. Winter Palace, Russia

WINTER-PALACE-RUSSIA

The Winter Palace is one of Saint Petersburg’s most outstanding architectural monuments. It is home to the State Hermitage Museum, which houses a vast collection of art and historical objects. The Winter Palace, along with the Hermitage Theatre and the Grand, Small, and New Hermitages, is now the world-famous State Hermitage Museum.

  1. Peterhof, Russia

PETERHOF,RUSSIA

Petergof, which faces the Gulf of Finland, is famous for the sprawling Peterhof Museum Complex, which houses the 18th-century Grand Palace, elaborately landscaped gardens, and spectacular fountains with statues. Alexandria Park is part of the Cottage Palace, a Gothic chapel, and a sandy beach. The annual Peterhof Film Festival is held at the Kaskad Cultural Center.

  1. CATHERINE PALACE, RUSSIA

CATHERINE-PALACE,RUSSIA

The Palace is a World Heritage Site as part of the Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments. You’ll discover the legendary Amber room after walking through a magnificent gallery of gala rooms. On your way to Pushkin, also known as Tsarskoe Selo, you might want to stop by the Siege Memorial.

  1. St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Russia

ST.ISAAC’S-CATHEDRAL,RUSSIA

Saint Isaac’s Cathedral, also known as Isaakievskiy Sobor, is a large architectural landmark cathedral in Saint Petersburg, Russia, that now serves as a museum with occasional church services. You can reach the observation point by climbing the 300 or so steps. Many of the icons in the church were created using moaic techniques, as was iconostasis.

  1. Kurshskaya Kosa

KURSHSKAYA-KOSA,RUSSIA

The Curonian Spit is a 98-kilometer-long sand-dune spit that connects the Curonian Lagoon to the Baltic Sea coast.  The Kurshskaya Kosa National Park protects the 50-kilometer-long spit on Russian territory. It’s an exciting place to explore or unwind on pristine beaches. The spit is home to some of Europe’s fastest-moving dunes, as well as wetlands, meadows, and tree groves.

  1. Bolshoi Theatre

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The Bolshoi Theatre is a historic ballet and opera house in Moscow, Russia, originally designed by architect Joseph Bové. The renovation included an improvement in acoustics to try to replicate the sound that was thought to exist before the Soviet Union. The new structure is built on a natural hill that previously housed blocks of old houses with communal apartments.

  1. Russian Museum

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The Russian Museum is the largest repository of Russian fine art in the world. It is also one of the world’s largest art museums, with a total area of more than 30 hectares. The Hermitage Museum, Alexander Palace, and the Imperial Academy of Arts contributed to the museum’s original collection.

  1. GORKY CENTRAL PARK OF CULTURE AND LEISURE

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GORKY CENTRAL PARK OF CULTURE AND LEISURE is Russia’s best theme park in Europe. Muscovites and tourists alike enjoy strolling through the park in all seasons, enjoying sports, admiring the park’s attractions, and attending cultural events. Designed as a center for relaxation and cultural activities. It would not only be a place for recreation, but it would also be a place to proudly display Soviet culture and daily life.

  1. THE STATE TRETYAKOV GALLERY

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The gallery’s history begins in 1856 when Moscow merchant Pavel Mikhailovich Tretyakov began collecting works by Russian artists of the time in order to build a collection that would eventually become a museum of national art. A sculpture garden called “the graveyard of fallen monuments” is located near the gallery of modern art and displays statues from the former Soviet Union that were relocated.

  1. Palace Square

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Palace Square, which connects Nevsky Prospekt to the Palace Bridge, which leads to Vasilievsky Island. Contrasting architectures and expansive open spaces are the hallmarks of this extraordinary plaza, which has witnessed historic events such as Bloody Sunday and the storming of the Winter Palace and is now a rallying point for every imaginable political demonstration.

  1. KIzhi Island

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The Kizhi Island Museum, which opened in the mid-20th century, was one of Russia’s first open-air museums. The open-air complex currently includes 87 buildings, some of which house exhibits about rural life, such as farming implements, tools for making crafts, furniture, and other items. The oldest wooden church in Russia can be found on Kizhi Island.

  1. Arbat Street, Russia

ARBAT-STREET,RUSSIA

Arbat Street, also known as the Arbat in English, is a one-kilometer-long pedestrian street in Moscow’s historical center. Crowds of tourists, both domestic and international, visit Old Arbat and its modern and massive neighbor, New Arbat. It is almost entirely pedestrian-only, commercial and touristy, full of shops, restaurants, and street artists.

  1. State Historical Museum, Russia

STATE-HISTORICAL-MUSEUM,RUSSIA

The State Historical Museum of Russia is a Russian history museum in Moscow, located between Red Square and Manege Square. Exhibits at the museum range from relics of prehistoric tribes that lived on present-day Russian territory to priceless artworks acquired by members of the Romanov dynasty.

  1. Mount Elbrus, Russia

MOUNT-ELBRUS,RUSSIA

Mount Elbrus is Russia’s and Europe’s highest and most visible peak. It is the highest point in the Caucasus and Europe and one of the world’s famous Seven Summits. The South route is the most popular ascent route, with more infrastructure and access to ski lifts and snow machines for transporting equipment, as well as more developed mountain hut accommodation.

  1. Armoury chamber, Russia 

ARMOURY-CHAMBER,RUSSIA

Armoury Chamber, a treasure house, is located in a building designed by renowned architect Konstantin Ton and built-in 1851. Ancient State regalia, ceremonial royal attire, coronation robes, vestments of Russian Orthodox Church Hierarchs, and the biggest collection of gold- and silverware manufactured by Russian artisans are all preserved in the Armory Chamber.

  1. Sparrow Hills, Russia

Sparrow Hills, formerly known as Lenin Hills between 1935 and 1999, is a hill on the right bank of the Moskva River and one of Moscow’s highest points, rising 80 meters above the river. The view from Sparrow Hills is stunning both during the day and at night when Moscow sparkles with lights.

  1. Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts 

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The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts, located on Volkhonka Street, is Moscow’s largest museum of European art. The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts houses one of Russia’s most extensive collections of international art from antiquity to the present. Original paintings and sculptures, sketches, and examples of decorative and applied art are also on exhibit in the Museum.

  1. All-Russian exhibition center 

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Every year, the All Russian Exhibition Centre (VDNH) holds over 150 exhibitions and over 15 million people. The VDNKH also has several attractions and carousels, as well as shooting galleries and cafés. People come here to unwind with their families and, of course, to see the specialized exhibitions. Furthermore, it is a spot where you can go for a stroll, rollerblading or cycling.

  1. Mariinsky theatre, Russia 

MARIINSKY-THEATRE,RUSSIA

The Mariinsky Theatre, home to St. Petersburg’s – and probably Russia’s – best opera and ballet companies, is a massive neoclassical building most notable for its enormous size and the magnificent ornamentation of its auditorium. The Mariinsky Theatre is a classical theater devoted to the traditional arts of ballet and opera. The Mariinsky Theatre has played an important part in shaping St. Petersburg’s culture, art, and heritage.

  1. Novodevichy Convent, Russia 

NOVODEVICHY-CONVENT,RUSSIA

Novodevichy Convent, also known as Bogoroditse-Smolensky Monastery, is Moscow’s most well-known monastery. The Convent is located in the historic district of Moscow, in the southwestern part of the city. The Convent territory is walled in and surrounded by a park, which serves as a buffer zone. The park is bounded on the north and east sides by the city’s urban fabric.

  1. Amber Room, Russia  

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The Amber Room was a chamber in the Catherine Palace of Tsarskoye Selo near Saint Petersburg that was decorated with amber panels backed with gold leaf and mirrors. Gilding, carvings, amber panels, gold leaf, gemstones, statues of angels and children, and mirrors that illuminated the room with candlelight were among the ornate architectural features in the room.

  1. Cathedral of christ the savior, Russia 

CATHERINE-PALACE,RUSSIA

The Cathedral of Our Christ the Saviour is Russia’s greatest Orthodox church. It can host up to 10,000 people at the same time and is located fairly close to the Kremlin. The church museum provides a variety of tours that include visits observation platforms overlooking the Zamoskvorechye District’s various landmarks.

  1. KAZAN KREMLIN, RUSSIA

KAZAN-RUSSIA

While visiting Kazan, the “Third Capital of Russia,” there is plenty to see and do. Visitors can take long walks down the city’s streets, which each offer a different arrangement of colors and historic buildings. Kazan is also one of the country’s largest economic, political, scientific, and cultural centers.

  1. YUSUPOV PALACE,RUSSIA 

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The Yusupov Palace is remarkable for its elegant interior design. The magnificent decor of the palace includes frescoes, carvings, marble, Venetian mirrors, gilded chandeliers, stained glass, tapestries, and superb sets of furniture. At the palace, there are several tours available. Its rooms combine a wide range of styles, each one channeling a unique atmosphere. 

  1. Museum of cosmonautics, Russia 

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The Museum of Cosmonautics is located on the ground level of the VDNKh Metro Station’s Monument to Conquerors of Space. A large number of authentic exhibits with detailed technical descriptions may be found here. The trip begins with the discovery of early sputnik models, the first space station, and a small spaceship. 

  1. Tverskaya street, Russia 

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It stretches from the Moscow Kremlin northwards, encompassing the entire city, presenting a picture of all of Europe’s history, breathtaking architecture, and varied ways of life. It features Beautiful large buildings that give it a magnificent appearance. There are shops, restaurants, theaters, hotels, and governmental buildings, among other things.

  1. Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve, Moscow

TSARITSYNO MUSEUM-RESERVE,RUSSIA

Tsaritsyno is one of the most valuable and distinctive architectural monuments of its time. Many architectural styles are incorporated into the palace complex.  Visitors can learn about the history of Tsaritsyno, Catherine the Great’s life and reign, and tour the palace interiors. Paintings, sculptures, clothing, decorative and applied art, and archaeological finds are all part of the museum’s collection.

  1. Ostankino TV tower 

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The Ostankino TV tower in Moscow is a 540-meter-tall TV and radio transmission tower.

It is the world’s fourth tallest structure. In Moscow’s Ostankinsky area, there are a variety of attractions adjacent to the TV tower. The massive Ostankino Park, just north of the tower, is home to botanical gardens and the Moskvarium aquarium.

  1. Grand kremlin palace, Russia 

GRAND-KREMLIN-PALACE,RUSSIA

The Kremlin, located in the center of Russia’s capital, is a tourist’s dream. This palace is made up of 15-17th century buildings and a 19th-century palace that incorporates the older structures. Stunning gardens and squares, all meticulously maintained. Onboard entertainment, Russian language lessons, choir, singing, and educational information are always accessible.

  1. Kolomenskoye, Russia 

KOLOMENSKOYE,RUSSIA

Apple orchards are one of Kolomenskoye Park’s natural attractions. The orchards, which recreate the Tsar’s 17th-century gardens and cover a large portion of Kolomenskoye Park, are ideal picnic spots. Kolomenskoye Park is one of Moscow’s most popular parks. Visitors can do a costume photo shoot in the unique interiors of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich’s Palace.

  1. CRUISER AURORA, RUSSIA

CRUISER AURORA,RUSSIA

Aurora is a 1900 Russian-protected cruiser that is being maintained as a museum ship. A renowned cruiser that is now a museum ship in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Aurora is one of the city’s most well-known attractions, a distinctive icon with a long history. A renowned cruiser that is now a museum ship in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

  1. Dormition Cathedral, Russia

DORMITION CATHEDRAL,RUSSIA

Cathedral Moscow is an essential component of the Moscow Kremlin’s architectural ensemble. The temple is part of the state Museum-reserve and is located in the heart of Cathedral Square in the Kremlin. It was made of wood, just like the rest of the Kremlin’s architecture at the time. The Cathedral’s necropolis is the best attraction worth seeing.

  1. Summer garden, Russia

SUMMER GARDEN,RUSSIA

The Summer Garden houses marble statues brought from Europe specifically for Russia’s future capital, as well as unique flora and plants, and fountains. Outside the palace, it was a traditional place for courtly life, and balls were hosted here by the nobility, who also liked just taking in the scenery in the Garden.

  1. Kunstkamera, Russia

KUNSTKAMERA,RUSSIA

The Kunstkamera is Russia’s first museum, founded by Emperor Peter the Great and located in Saint Petersburg. It displays a one-of-a-kind collection of antiques that illustrate the history and lives of many different nations. There is a vast collection of preserved physical specimens of humans with physical abnormalities in this hall.

  1. Rostral’naya colonna, Russia

ROSTRAL’NAYA COLONNA,RUSSIA

Rostral columns are architectural structures located on the Vasili Spit in the heart of St. Petersburg. In 1810, two bow columns were built following the design of French architect Tom de Thomon. The Rostral column is a free-standing column ornamented with the protruding beaks of ships from the destroyed enemy fleet that honors naval victories.

  1. Bronze Horseman

BRONZE HORSEMAN

The monument was built by Empress Catherine the Great’s order as a memorial to her famous predecessor on the Russian throne, Peter the Great. The pedestal is made of a single piece of red granite shaped like a cliff. Peter gallantly leads Russia forward from the top of this “cliff,” while his horse steps on a snake, which represents Peter’s and his reforms’ enemies.

  1. Saint Michael’s castle

SAINT MICHAEL’S CASTLE

 St. Michael’s Castle was constructed to the south of the Summer Garden to replace Empress Elizabeth Petrovna’s tiny wooden residence. St. Michaels offers a wide range of activities such as fishing, boating, sailing, historical or cocktail cruises, shopping, kayaking, and bicycling. The art galleries and antique shops are a must.

  1. Mamayev kurgan, Russia

MAMAYEV KURGAN,RUSSIA

This Mamayev Kurgan in Russia is one of the prominent peaks that surround the city of Volgograd. This Mamayev Kurgan in Russia is the tallest and highest female sculpture in the world. You’ll be praising this sculpture since it has a lot of winning history at the rear end of its construction.

  1. Alexandrovsky Sad, Russia

ALEXANDER NEVSKY LAVRA

Alexander Garden, which runs along the western wall of the Kremlin, is one of Moscow’s oldest urban parks, having been designed in the early nineteenth century. The gardens are popular with visitors all year. It’s a popular picnic and strolling place, with ancient monuments, vibrant flower beds, and panoramic views of the Kremlin.

  1. Tsar Bell, Russia
TSAR BELL,RUSSIA

Moscow, Russia – July 9, 2019: Tsar Bell (Tsar-kolokol) in the Moscow Kremlin in summer sunny day. Cast in bronze in 1735

The Tsar Bell, also known as the Tsarsky Kolokol, Tsar Kolokol III, or Royal Bell, is 6.14-meter tall. People visit this attractive place from all over the world. Though the bell has never been rung, legend has it that on Judgment Day, the bell will be miraculously repaired and ring out a call to prayer.

  1. The Menshikov palace, Russia

THE MENSHIKOV PALACE,RUSSIA

Menshikov’s Palace The 18th-century Menshikov Palace stands out with its beautiful Baroque façade that runs down the Neva riverbank. The structure, which was previously home to Prince Menshikov and is one of St. Petersburg’s oldest, holds a portion of the world-renowned State Hermitage Museum’s art collection.

  1. Smol’nyy Sobor

SMOL’NYY SOBOR,RUSSIA

Smolny Cathedral (Smol’nyy Sobor) is a cathedral and convent in St. Petersburg, Russia, located on the banks of the Neva River. It was built in the mid-1700s in the Baroque style and is one of the city’s most recognizable structures due to its striking blue color. It was originally constructed to house Elizabeth, Peter the Great’s daughter.

  1. Kul Sharif Mosque, Russia

KUL SHARIF MOSQUE,RUSSIA

It is situated on the grounds of the Kazan Kremlin, Kazan’s historic and architectural ensemble, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Kul Sharif Mosque is one of Europe’s largest mosques and Kazan’s main mosque. It is Europe’s largest Muslim place of worship, and it houses a large collection of ancient books.

  1. Ivan the great bell-tower

IVAN THE GREAT BELL-TOWER

The Great Bell Tower, often known as Ivan, is the tallest building in the Moscow Kremlin and its compositional center. It is one of Russia’s most famous tourist sites, and it attracts people from all over the world. Evan Tower is notable for its exquisite architectural design, which is characteristic of medieval architecture.

  1. The Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra

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The monastery is quite large, and on your way to the main gate, there is a park-like area outside the walls. The fortress-style walls have large circular corner towers with defensive openings and are in excellent condition. Outside the gate in the parking area is a large statue of St. Sergius. People were sitting on benches and strolling around the parking area.

  1. Alexander Nevsky Lavra

ALEXANDER-NEVSKY-LAVRA

The Lavra consists of a large complex of structures, the architectural appearance of which is dominated by the Baroque style. Among them are the most beautiful Trinity Cathedral, the Annunciation Church, Fedorovskaya, and the Gate Church, visible from the entrance. If you are in St. Petersburg, you should make a trip to the Alexander Nevsky Lavra.

  1. Amber Museum

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The Love Tunnel and the Amber Museum are incredible examples of how people can enhance nature’s creations and transform them into works of art. Photographers who noticed that pictures taken in the tunnel are incredibly atmospheric and fabulous made the Tunnel of Love famous. The Tunnel of Love is now one of Europe’s most popular tourist attractions. Every year, thousands of tourists visit.

  1. Marble palace

MARBLE-PALACE

The facades and interior of this palace are made up of thirty-two different types of marble, and it now houses temporary art exhibitions as well as a permanent exhibit of the works of painters and sculptors who influenced Russian art development. Visitors to the marble palace are increasingly coming from all over the world.

  1. The motherland calls, Russia

THE-MOTHERLAND-CALLS,RUSSIA

The Motherland Calls is one such historic site in Russia that can never fail to wow you with its rich history and captivating monument. This is an undiscovered Russian site and the apex of the monument ensemble, Heroes of the Battle of Stalingrad. If you are captivated by its beautiful artwork, you will undoubtedly feel moved to learn why it was carved.

  1. Petersburg metro

PETERSBURG-METRO

St. Petersburg is one of the biggest cities in Europe, with the historical center alone occupying several square kilometers. From breathtaking Imperial palaces to quirky and fascinating museums, boat tours along the city’s gorgeous rivers and canals to walks in the footsteps of St. Petersburg’s literary and creative greats, St. Petersburg has a tremendous plethora of sights and experiences to offer tourists.

  1. Annunciation cathedral, Russia

ANNUNCIATION-CATHEDRAL,RUSSIA

The Annunciation Cathedral, located on the southwest corner of Sobornaya Pl, has stunning paintings in the gallery and a subterranean archaeological display. The famed icons of great artists Theophanes the Greek and Andrei Rublyov may be seen in the central chapel. Many of the murals in the gallery were painted in the 1560s.

  1. Aleksandroskaya kolonna, Russia

ALEKSANDROSKAYA-KOLONNA,RUSSIA

Aleksandroskaya kolonna is one of the most well-known and visited tourist destinations in the Moscow Oblast. It is perfectly positioned, and a day’s journey from Moscow to Kolomna is simple. The city has an abundance of historical monuments, churches, intriguing buildings, and museums. All of this draws visitors, some of whom are curious about the city’s history and culture.

  1. Valaam, Russia

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Valaam island, combines church architecture, an open-air museum, and a natural park. This tour focuses on the history of Karelia and the Russian Orthodox church. The island is well-known throughout the world as a unique and holy location. Valaam island is best known for the 14th-century Valaam Monastery, which is now permanently inhabited by monks and families.

  1. Tsar Cannon, Russia

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Tsar Cannon are massive works of brilliant Russian artistry. Visitors are drawn to them because of their size and beauty. See them for yourself to get a sense of their epic scale. Tsar Cannon is known for being one of the largest of its kind. Visitors are eager to take a picture of this piece of Russian royal history.

  1. Anichkov bridge, Russia

ANICHKOV-BRIDGE,RUSSIA

Anichkov Bridge is one of the architectural highlights of Nevsky Prospekt and a must-see for every visitor to St. Petersburg, both for the stunning views of the surrounding palaces from its humped back and for the iconic Horse Tamers statues that top its four corners. It was named after the original bridge’s engineer, Mikhail Anichkov.

  1. Stroganov palace, Russia

STROGANOV-PALACE,RUSSIA

Stroganov Palace is one of St. Petersburg’s oldest and most beautiful aristocratic mansions. The Russian Museum is a one-of-a-kind baroque structure built in the 18th century that has magnificently restored the structure, and you may explore the stunning state rooms upstairs, including the Grand Dining Room, and the Mineralogical Study, and the Rastrelli Hall, with its huge frieze ceiling.

  1. Lenskiye Stolby

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The pillars are 150-300 meters tall and formed in Cambrian period sea basins. In 2012, the Lena Pillars Nature Park was inscribed on the World Heritage List. It offers a boat ride upriver from Yakutsk. People intend to visit this monument as well as take a boat ride. The highest pillar density is found between the villages of Petrovskoye and Tit-Ary.

  1. Catherine Park, Russia

CATHERINE-PARK,RUSSIA

Catherine Park is an essential element of Tsarskoye Selo’s royal home and takes its name from the Catherine Palace. There are several monuments celebrating Russian triumphs in conflicts with Turkey, as well as other national exotic pavilions. Ferry excursions of Catherine Park’s Great Pond are available during the summer. There are also horse-drawn carriage trips offered through the park.

  1. Moscow zoo

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The Moscow Zoo is one of Europe’s oldest zoos. Its original name was Zoological Park, and it originally opened in 1864. It resembles a fantasy castle, equipped with towers and a waterfall. This entrance connects to the zoo’s older section, which features the big cats, a cool underground viewing place beneath the penguin pool, a dolphinarium, and a sea lion.

  1. Dvortsovyy most, Russia

DVORTSOVYY-MOST,RUSSIA

Dvortsovyy, located in Stavropol, Russia, has an excellent assortment of activities and experiences that make it well worth a visit. Since then, it has been a famous tourist destination in Dvortsovyy, attracting both scientists and visitors. To highlight rural culture, craft demonstrations and folk groups are performed.

  1. Mutnovsky


MUTNOVSKYMutnovsky is the fascinating land of ice and fire. The volcano is a continuous series of four fused cones. Even though it is summer, the constant snow in the deep mountains makes trekking difficult. Simultaneously, volcanic vents all across the snow-capped mountains regularly discharge toxic and boiling sulfur-rich gases. Nonetheless, that does not hinder the climbers from enjoying nature’s majesty.

  1. Cathedral of the archangel

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The Cathedral of the Archangel is the Kremlin’s second most prominent church. The outstanding gem of Russian architecture was constructed between 1505 and 1509. This Cathedral Square cathedral is famous for what lies under it – the burial places of most of Russia’s emperors until the 1690s – as well as the muraled walls depicting who lies beneath.

  1. Spasskaya bashnya, Russia

SPASSKAYA-BASHNYA,RUSSIA

Spasskaya bashnya is one of Russia’s most recognizable icons. It is located in the heart of Moscow on Red Square. It’s well worth the wait for the clock to strike twelve. The national hymn is played at noon and midnight, 6 am and 6 pm, while the song “Glory” by Mikhail Glinka is played at 3 am and 9 am, 3 pm and 9 pm.

  1. Poklonnaya hill, Russia

POKLONNAYA-HILL,RUSSIA

Poklonnaya Hill is one of Moscow’s highest natural landmarks. The hill was strategically significant because it provided clear views of the Russian capital. Going to one of the best tourist spots in Moscow will allow you to enjoy the scenic natural beauty as well as a fantastic view of the city.

  1. Sokolniki park,russia

SOKOLNIKI-PARK,RUSSIA

The park allows you to walk around the walking paths and see a variety of flora and fauna. As one of the most popular places to visit in Moscow, it also provides opportunities for adventure activities such as boat trips in the summer and ice skating and ice skating in the winter.

  1. Stolby, Russia

STOLBY,RUSSIA

Krasnoyarsk Pillars is a national park in Russia. The site is well-known for its spectacular rock formations. Every year, over 200,000 climbers, hikers, and other visitors are counted. The park has a total area of 47,219 hectares. The strangely shaped cliffs draw both locals and tourists to this popular park, which offers hiking and a relaxing escape from the city.

  1. Griboyedov canal

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The Griboedov Canal is one of St. Petersburg’s most well-known attractions. It runs through the heart of the Northern Capital and connects to many major motorways. Tourists like walking along the embankments of the Griboedov Canal because there are old structures and temples, as well as beautifully bridged skylines.

  1. Field of mars

FIELD-OF-MARS

The Field of Mars is home to an everlasting flame that burns in the center of the square to commemorate the martyrs of the 1917 Russian uprisings. The Field of Mars is a popular site for locals to walk and a must-see destination for tourists due to its magnificent, open location between the Summer Garden and Mikhailovsky Garden.

  1. Valaamskiy monastyrm, Russia

VALAAMSKIY-MONASTYRM,RUSSIA

Valaamskiy monastyrm was created in the 16th century in the Valaam archipelago. The complex’s grounds include various lovely gardens that the monks have created. If you want to explore this magnificent landmark, the best way to do so is to take a hydrofoil journey to Valaam and truly appreciate the “jewel” of Lake Ladoga.

  1. Izmailovo Kremlin, Russia

IZMAILOVO-KREMLIN,RUSSIA

The Izmailovo Kremlin on Moscow’s outskirts pays homage to Russia’s other kremlins. It was built in a pseudo-Byzantine style and was inspired by Russian fairy tales as well as the design of early Russian palaces. Within the Kremlin’s walls, there are over a half-dozen museums. Visitors can also learn about traditional Russian matryoshka (nesting) dolls and even try their hands at painting their own.

  1. Klyuchevskaya sopka, Russia

KLYUCHEVSKAYA-SOPKA,RUSSIA

The Kamchatka Peninsula is home to the stratovolcano Klyuchevskaya Sopka. Klyuchevskaya Sopka has one of the most perfectly shaped volcano cones in the world. The cone is steep and symmetrical, offering a beautiful view from every angle. Visitors can ski on the mountain, but climbing the mountain during the summer months is the best way to experience it.

  1. Faberge Museum

FABERGE-MUSEUM

St. Petersburg’s Faberge Museum was established to preserve, study, and promote Russia’s cultural heritage, as well as to expand the city’s extensive museum network. The collection of the museum also includes decorative and applied works by Russian masters of the 19th century and early 20th centuries. Visitors who want to explore the museum on their own can rent audio guides for 150 rubles or use a free collection catalog.

  1. Dutch admiralty, Russia

DUTCH-ADMIRALTY,RUSSIA

The Admiralty Building, one of St. Petersburg’s oldest and, possibly, most historically significant structures, serves as the focal point of Nevsky Prospekt, Gorokhovaya Ulitsa, and Voznesenskiy Prospekt. It has a lovely park that runs beside the Admiralty between Palace Square and St Isaac’s Cathedral, complete with lush pathways, statues, and a magnificent fountain.

  1. Taltsy museum

TALTSY-MUSEUM

The Taltsy Museum, located on the Angara River, features wooden architecture and ethnography, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the daily lives and cultures of Russians and Siberians from previous centuries. Explore this one-of-a-kind museum or learn more about Siberian culture and daily life. It’s a fascinating and educational place to visit, as well as a stunningly beautiful one.

  1. Konigsberg Cathedral

KONIGSBERG-CATHEDRAL

The Konigsberg Cathedral in Kaliningrad is the city’s largest and most important church, as well as the home of the Kant Museum. There are many religious collections and a solemn church hall here. There are also many statues and tombstones of famous people, which are both solemn and popular tourist attractions.

  1. Pavlovsk, Russia

PAVLOVSK,RUSSIA

Pavlovsk is the youngest of St. Petersburg’s major Imperial estates. Pavlovsk Park has long been regarded as the best-landscaped park in the world. Pavlovsk is well worth a visit for the treasures housed in the beautiful palace as well as the attractive, wandering park, which is one of the largest and finest English-style landscape gardens outside of the UK.

  1. Avacha bay

AVACHA-BAY

The shores of Avacha Bay are mostly rocky. The rocks typically begin at the water’s edge, but in some areas, you can walk along a sandy or pebbled beach. There are gulls, auklets, puffins, red-faced cormorants, tysties, Urias, and a plethora of other birds. Everyone’s emotions will be touched by the unforgettable and bright world of Avacha Bay.

  1. Nikolo-Bogoyavlenskiy Morskoy Sobor

NIKOLO-BOGOYAVLENSKIY-MORSKOY-SOBOR

Nikolo-Bogoyavlenskiy Morskoy Sobor Cathedral is a large Baroque Orthodox cathedral in Central Saint Petersburg’s western portion. There are several memorial plaques in the upper chapel for the crews of the drowned Soviet submarines, including the K-278 Komsomolets. In 1755-1758, a freestanding four-story bell tower with a towering golden tower was built.

  1. Mikhaylovskiy dvorets, Russia

MIKHAYLOVSKIY-DVORETS,RUSSIA

The Mikhaylovskiy dvorets mansion was built for Grand Duke Mikhail Pavlovich, whose father put aside special money for the construction following the birth of his youngest son in 1798. The Mikhaylovskiy dvorets Castle, a beautiful Empire-style palace with exquisite gardens on the banks of the Moika River, has hosted the State Russian Museum’s principal exhibits for more than a century.

  1. Tsarskoye Selo

TSARSKOYE-SELO,RUSSIA

Tsarskoye Selo was the town where the Russian imperial family used to live. The house is now part of the town of Pushkin. Tsarskoye Selo is a World Heritage Site as part of the Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments. The town’s “aristocratic mansions lining the wide tree-shaded street leading from the railway station to the gates of the Imperial Park attract visitors.”

  1. Suyumbike Tower, Russia

SUYUMBIKE-TOWER,RUSSIA

Soyembika Tower, also known as the Khan’s Mosque, is probably Kazan’s most well-known landmark and architectural symbol. It was once the highest structure in that city’s kremlin and one of the so-called leaning towers. The tower has lovely stories to share, standing 3 meters taller than Pisa’s leaning tower and surrounded by other must-see structures worth seeing.

  1. Sochi Olympic park, Adler, mac, Russia

SOCHI-OLYMPIC-PARK,ADLER,MAC,RUSSIA

Sochi Olympic Park allows all visitors to relax, improve their health, and have fun. The wonderful universe of “Sochi Park” Is the first theme park based on Russia’s rich cultural and historical heritage! “Sochi Park” is made up of five regions where a fairy tale comes to life and adventures abound.

  1. Belukha mountain

BELUKHA-MOUNTAIN

Belukha Mountain, located in the Katun Mountains, is the highest mountain in Russia’s the Altai Mountains and the highest point in the South Siberian Mountains chain. The summit with a snow-white crown is formed at the intersection of three spurs by the main watershed of the ridge, which is higher in the eastern portion.

  1. Yekaterinburg

YEKATERINBURG

Yekaterinburg is a lively city filled with towering buildings, gorgeous churches, and exquisite Soviet Union monuments. Yekaterinburg is a city for thinking tourists, with libraries, theaters, and museums galore, as well as seemingly out-of-place statues honoring Michael Jackson and a piano. The stunning Yekaterinburg Circus structure is an elaborate lace dome with seating for 2600 visitors.

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