39 Unforgettable Tourist Attractions To Visit In Russia | How To Reach | Best Time To Visit | Main Festivals
Tourism in Russia attracts tourists from all over the world for its history, culture and natural beauty. Famous cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg are known for their magnificent palaces, museums and vibrant art scene which attract millions of tourists every year.
Russia has always attracted nature lovers and adventure seekers as the country's vast landscapes, snow-capped Siberian forests and the stunning lakes of Karelia offer a thrilling experience to the tourists.
Talking about the cultural heritage of Russia, Russia is famous for its traditional festivals, classical ballet dance and architecture like onion domed churches and wooden villages. A journey on the Trans Siberian Railway offers one of the most memorable journeys in the world. Thus, Russia is an unforgettable destination for travelers from all over the world with its diverse cultural traditions and attractions.
Here are some of the top tourist places in Russia along with simple guidance on how to reach them :
1. Moscow
Main Attractions :
Red Square
Kremlin
St. Basil’s Cathedra
Bolshoi Theatr
GUM Mall
How to Reach : Moscow has three major International Airports, Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo and Vnukovo International Airport and all three are connected to major International cities.
Moscow is connected to Saint Petersburg and other major cities in country with high speed train Sapsan. By Road it is well connected to other major cities in the country.
2. Saint Petersburg
Main Attractions :
Hermitage Museum
Peterhof Palace
Catherine Palace
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
How to Reach : Saint Petersburg has International Airport which is well connected to European and Asian major cities. By train it is well connected to Moscow with Sapsan high speed train which take around 4 hours to reach. Bye Road it is connected to other major cities in the country.
3. Kazan
Main Attractions :
Kazan Kremlin
Kul Sharif Mosque
Bauman Street
Temple of All Religions
How to Reach : Kazan has International Airport which has domestic and some International flights and by train it is connected to Moscow by overnight train which take 12 hours to reach.
4. Sochi
Main Attractions :
Black Sea Beaches
Olympic Park
How to Reach : Sochi International Airport has domestic as well as international flight from other major cities. Sochi is well connected by long distance trains from Moscow and other cities.
5. Lake Baikal (Irkutsk)
Main Attractions :
World’s Deepest Freshwater Lake
Olkhon Island
Listvyanka Village
How to Reach : The nearby airport is Irkutsk International Airport and from their Buses and Taxis are available to Baikal lake which take 12 hours to reach.
6. Vladivostok
Main Attractions :
Golden Bridge
Russky Island
S 56 Submarine Museum
How to Reach : Vladivostok has International Airport which has flights from domestic and East Asian cities. By train it is connected to Moscow with Trans Siberian Railway which take 7 days to reach Valdivostok which is the final stop of this train.
7. Golden Ring Towns (Suzdal, Vladimir, Yaroslavl)
Main Attractions :
Ancient Churches
Monasteries
Wooden Architecture
Traditional Russian Culture
How to Reach : It is well connected with Moscow by regular trains and buses.
8. Murmansk
Main Attractions :
Northern Lights (Winter)
Arctic Landscapes
Alyosha Monument
How to Reach : Murmansk has domestic airport and flights from Moscow and Saint petersburg are available. Long distance trains from Moscow and Saint petersburg are available to Murmansk..
9. Kamchatka
Main Attractions :
Volcanoes
Geysers
Wildlife
Adventure Trekking
How to Reach : The nearest air port is petropavlovsk Kamchatsky Airport which has flights from Moscow and other regional City.
10. Novosibirsk
Main Attractions :
Trans Siberian Stop
Akademgorodok
How to Reach : The nearest airport is Tolmachevo Airport and flights from regional cities are available. Novosibirsk is major Trans Siberian railway station and trains from Moscow is available.
June To August (Summer Best, Overall) : During this time the temperature is warm and comfortable which is ideal for sightseeing, river cruises and outdoor activities. During this time daylight hours are long specially the famous white nights in Saint Petersburg during June. During this time all major attractions are open and travel across the cities is easy due to the comfortable weather.
September Early (Autumn) : During this time the flowers blooms, temperature is plesent with fewer tourists. This time is Autumn so the landscapes are golden specially in Saint Petersburg and Moscow.
November To March (Winter) : This is the winter time in Russia and ideal for Snow lovers tourists. The temperature is ranging in between -10°C to -30°C. This is the best time for the tourist who want to experience real Russian winter, Skiing in Siberia and new year celebration. During this time tourist can experience magical snowy landscapes in Moscow and Saint Petersburg and Christmas New Year Festival.
Main Festivals :
1. New Year (1 January)
Significance : In Russia, this holiday is considered more important than Christmas. During these holidays, various trees are decorated, all families gather together and have a meal together, as well as fireworks and various feasts are celebrated.
2. Russian Orthodox Christmas (7 January)
Significance : This is Christmas according to the Julian calendar. It includes church services, traditional meals, carols and religious ceremonies.
3. Victory Day (9 May)
Significance : This is one of the most important national holidays in Russia. This is the anniversary of the victory in World War II, which is celebrated with military parades, fireworks and memorial services.
4. Russia Day (12 June)
Significance : This is celebrated as a celebration of the independence and sovereignty of the Russian Federation. This holiday is a national holiday. During these holidays, families gather together, have a meal together, set off fireworks and celebrate patriotic events.
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