Attractive Russia offers many different travel options from climbing the slopes of mountains with glacial peaks to walking along the shores of the oldest, deepest and cleanest lake on Earth. Regardless of whether you are exploring the territory of the Moscow Kremlin, or wandering the steppes of Mongolia, visiting Russia is an adventure that will leave a mark on your heart. Listed below are the top tourist attractions in Russia that will help you plan an itinerary for an unforgettable trip.
10. Trans-Siberian Railway (Transsib)
The Transsib is the longest railway system in the world. The starting point is the capital of Russia - Moscow, the final point - the city of Vladivostok, located on the border with China and North Korea. The construction of this facility was started by Alexander III in 1891 and completed by his son, Nicholas II, in 1916, therefore the Trans-Siberian Railway was called the "Tsar's Road". Many travelers use the train as an overnight stay, en route from one destination to the next. The train consists of first, second and third class sleeping cars, some of which include private bathrooms and showers.
9. Mount Elbrus
Elbrus is located in the south of Russia in the Lateral Ridge of the Greater Caucasus. The Western Summit is 5,642 meters (18,510 ft) high, making Elbrus one of the "Seven Summits", which includes the highest peaks of the continents, which undoubtedly attracts both beginners and experienced climbers. Elbrus is currently considered an inactive volcano with no recorded eruptions. The cable car, which runs to an altitude of 3,800 meters (12,500 feet), makes it easier for tourists to climb to the summit.
8. Valley of Geysers
In the Far East, on the Kamchatka Peninsula, there is another natural phenomenon - the Valley of Geysers. The Valley of Geysers is the second largest geyser field in the world. This natural wonder was discovered by local geologist Tatyana Ustinova in 1941. This natural phenomenon of the peninsula attracts both scientists and tourists.
7. Kizhi Island
Kizhi Island is located in Karelia, in the North-West region of Russia, on the border with Finland and the White Sea. Kizhi Island is famous for its incredible outdoor museum. Local residents - Karelians have lived in this region since the 13th century, at the intersection of eastern and western cultures. On the territory of the Kizhi Museum-Reserve there is the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord, 37 meters high, crowned with 22 domes. Also, tourists will be interested in wooden houses, windmills, chapels and outbuildings. The exposition of peasant life includes elements of folk crafts, genuine exhibits of everyday life.
6. St. Sophia Cathedral, Veliky Novgorod (St. Sophia Cathedral)
St. Sophia Cathedral is located in Veliky Novgorod, one of the most ancient cities in Russia, St. Sophia Cathedral is located on the territory of the Novgorod Kremlin. The cathedral is the oldest temple in Russia, its height is 38 meters, it has five stunning chapters. In the St. Sophia Cathedral there is a large number of Christian relics, among them the Icon of the Mother of God "The Sign", according to legend it is believed that it was this Icon in 1169 that saved Novgorod the Great from the attack of Andrei Bogolyubsky. The attraction is popular for its carved Magdeburg Gate, which also dates back to the 12th century.
5. Lake Baikal
Travelers on the Transsib often make a stop at Lake Baikal, the deepest, oldest and cleanest lake on Earth. Baikal contains approximately 20 percent of fresh water from the total world supply; scientists estimate the age to be about 25-30 million years. The lake is located in Siberia, surrounded by hills and mountain ranges. Baikal is often called the Pearl of Siberia; resorts are located here, which attracts tourists.
4. Suzdal
Once the capital of several Russian principalities, the city of Suzdal is the adornment of the “Golden Ring of Russia”. This is a tour of the oldest cities in Russia with a preserved cultural heritage. Suzdal is recommended for those who wish to enjoy the best historical architecture in Russia, including: the Kremlin, crowned with domes, cathedrals and monasteries. The city, which dates back to 1024, is like a huge open air museum that transports visitors into the historical past.
3. Moscow Kremlin
The Kremlin is a must-see attraction in Moscow for any tourist. The Senate Palace, with the office of the President of Russia located in it, the State and Grand Kremlin Palaces, four cathedrals built in the 15th - 16th centuries, as well as several famous museums are surrounded by a wall. On the territory of the Kremlin there is the Armory Chamber - a Moscow treasury museum, and an exhibition of the Diamond Fund of Russia with a collection of jewelry, including a 190-carat Orlov diamond that belonged to Catherine the Great.
2. State Hermitage
The Hermitage Museum was organized in St. Petersburg by Catherine the Great in 1764. The largest museum of art and culture in Russia, showing the main examples of the collection, which includes more than 3 million exhibits. The exposition is presented in six historical buildings, including the former residence of the Russian emperors - the Winter Palace.
1. Cathedral of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos on the Moat (St. Basil's Cathedral)
St. Basil's Cathedral is located in the very center of Moscow, and is one of the main monuments in Russia (the construction of the Temple was carried out for 7 years, starting in 1554). Visitors are attracted not only by the interior exhibits, but also by the unusual architecture of the cathedral. The architecture is original not only for its own, but also for our time, similar to the shape of a kindled fire. The uniqueness of the building is popular all over the world.
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