Russia is a huge country with unique natural, historical sights. Many people try and strive to travel abroad, ignoring their homelands. Maybe this is because they do not know how many amazing, beautiful places you can visit in our country. The ranking selected the best places to stay in Russia.
10. Adygea
Adygea, Kabardino-Balkaria, Karachay-Cherkessia - these republics, which are part of Russia, are an ideal place for people who love outdoor activities. Most of the territory is occupied by mountain ranges. Not surprisingly, this region is the center of Russian mountaineering. Mount Elbrus attracts thousands of people who want to conquer its peaks. And Mount Cheget is considered one of the most difficult sites for climbers. These republics are famous for a large number of caves and mountain lakes. The most popular places are the Blue Lakes, the Tsar’s Crown Falls, Lake Tambukan, Honey Falls, the Devil's Gate Pass, Guam Gorge and many, many others.
9. Altai
Altai not only the most beautiful place in Russia, but also the whole world. This is the land of endless mountain ranges, lakes, glaciers, mountain rivers and caves. All conditions for skiing, water and speleotourism are created. Among the attractions of Altai, the most famous and visited by tourists are: Belukha Mountain - the highest peak in Siberia and Altai, Denisova Cave, Golden Mountains of Altai - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which includes two reserves (Altai and Katunsky) and the Ukok plateau, Saylyugemsky National Park, Teletskoye Lake, one of the 15 deepest lakes on the planet. The city of Belokurikha has been recognized as the best resort in Russia for several years in a row.
8. Karelia
Karelia - a place with amazing, pristine nature. On the territory of the republic more than 60 thousand lakes. The most famous Onega and Ladoga lakes. Popular places to visit among tourists are the islands of Valaam and Kizhi. Walking tours are arranged around Valaam, on which you can personally see the magnificent nature, learn about the life of the small population of the island and the Valaam Monastery. Kizhi is a whole complex of architectural buildings protected by UNESCO. On the territory of the republic is the famous Kivach Nature Reserve. Among tourists, cruises on motor ships departing from St. Petersburg to Karelia are very popular.
7. Kamchatka
Kamchatka - This place is more likely for extreme and active recreation. Many travelers seek to get into this harsh region of volcanoes. Of the more than 300 volcanoes, 36 are active. The most famous among them and the highest active volcano on the mainland is, of course, the famous Klyuchevskaya Sopka. Kamchatka volcanoes are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Kamchatka is also a country of geysers. On an area of 3 sq. Km is one of the most spectacular places in Russia - a geyser field of 200 thermal springs. Kamchatka alone has unique acidic lakes in the craters of volcanoes. Absolutely untouched and wild nature can be seen on the Commander Islands, located near Kamchatka. By the way, these four islands are the only things that Russia has left after the sale of Alaska.
6. Kaliningrad region
Kaliningrad region. Kaliningrad is an amazing city due to the mixture of Russian and European culture. It is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Russia. Temples, museums, monuments - the city simply abounds with them. The Curonian Spit is considered the most famous place - a national park. This is a sandy beach with a length of 98 km. Part belongs to Russia, part to Lithuania. Sand spit on the shores of the Baltic Sea is a favorite vacation spot of German and Lithuanian tourists. A unique place of the scythe is a dancing forest. The trees here grow in the most bizarre way. The trunks begin to wriggle right at the base. The answer to this phenomenon has not yet been found.
5. Baikal
Baikal (Irkutsk region). The deepest lake on our planet attracts thousands of tourists from around the world like a magnet. The island of Olkhon is considered the most popular place - this is the only inhabited island on the lake. All visitors to Lake Baikal tend to get to the thermal springs of Talaya, known for their healing properties. The Small Sea is a part of Baikal, separated by Olkhon and is one of the most popular places. Ukovsky waterfall amazes even experienced tourists with its view. From a height of 50 meters, a powerful stream of water falls into a bottomless gorge. In addition, Baikal has a huge number of picturesque bays and caves.
4. Crimea
Crimea. The climate of Crimea is considered by many to be ideal for relaxation. After the accession of the peninsula to Russia, the flow of tourists increased significantly. A beach holiday attracts vacationers from May to October, but in the rest of the months there is something to see. Everyone knows such resorts as Balaklava, Yevpatoriya, Yalta. Divers and surfers tend to get to Cape Tarkanhut, and skiers and snowboarders to the famous Ai-Petri Mountain, which is a symbol of the peninsula. Such architectural monuments as the Swallow's Nest, the Massandra Palace, the Bakhchisaray Palace, the Khersones Museum-Reserve are required to visit. The peninsula will not leave anyone indifferent.
3. The Republic of Komi
Komi Republic. Not everyone dares to travel to this harsh land. This vacation is not for everyone. People with a craving for the unknown come to Komi, striving to test their strength and filled with love for wanderings and freedom. Travelers are ready to cover thousands of kilometers to see the mountain of Stone idols. These weathering pillars reach a height of 50 meters. The riddle of Mansi blockheads, also called pillars, is interesting to both locals and travelers. One of the oldest settlements and the center of ethnographic tourism is the village of Yb. The difficulty of conquering climbers attracts Mount Manaraga, which has the shape of a bear's paw. It is in this corner of Russia that there is a mysterious and world-famous place - the Dyatlov Pass. Until now, it attracts those who wish to solve the mystery of the death of a group of climbers.
2. The Golden Ring of Russia
gold ring of Russia - This is not a place, but a route that was created back in Soviet times to acquaint foreigners with historical sights and architectural monuments of central Russia. The direction does not lose its popularity, but rather increases. The Golden Ring included a group of 8 cities, now the number is increased. The route runs through five areas: Moscow, Yaroslavl, Kostroma, Ivanovo, Vladimir. Traveling the Golden Ring is available year-round.
1. Krasnodar Territory
Krasnodar region. One of the most popular holiday destinations in Russia. Here are the most visited resort cities. Sochi, Gelendzhik, Anapa, Adler. Nearby is Abkhazia, known for its pristine nature, Lake Ritsa. The most important, but true and the most expensive resort in the Krasnodar Territory is considered Sochi. The city has changed a lot since the 2014 Olympics. The city has the largest oceanarium in Russia, tourists and locals like to visit the Riviera amusement park and an arboretum that amazes with the size of almost 50 ha. In addition to all this, a huge number of waterfalls, caves, mountain rivers, dolmens are concentrated here.