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It should be borne in mind that more and more varieties of the system are offered every year. all inclusive- Mini all inclusive, Max inclusive, Ultra All inclusive. Another nuance: Full Board is full board, that is, breakfast + lunch + dinner, alcohol is paid separately. And the ALL system - three meals a day + local alcohol + the possibility of snacks: lunch, afternoon tea, barbecue, cocktails and snacks on the beach, night dinner. Please be aware that a hotel's star rating directly determines the characteristics of an all-inclusive meal plan.

What food options are there for hot tours?

So, if you buy an all-inclusive package with accommodation in a hotel of the category:

2 * or 3 *, then the service package will include three meals a day (buffet) and local drinks, you will have to pay extra for imported alcohol. In budget hotels, the most common option is the mini all inclusive service, which allows you to enjoy the service only from 10.00-21.00.
4 *, you can count on a plentiful table (three times a day) with an extensive menu and the possibility of an additional choice of lunch or late dinner, as well as drinks and local alcohol. The bar will be glad to see you from 7.00 to 00.00.
5 *, you will be able to appreciate all the advantages of the Ultra All inclusive system - these are the extended capabilities of the standard all-inclusive service. Premium services are offered to guests by luxury hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh, Dahab, Antalya, Alanya, Kemer and others. famous resorts Turkey and Egypt.

All inclusive

Buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner + additional meals are possible, free drinks all day.

Bed & breakfast

Breakfast or buffet only

Bed & breakfast

Abbreviation for Extended Breakfast

Half board

Meals at the hotel "half board", breakfasts and dinners

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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 spaces. The graceful streets of St. Petersburg and architectural monuments of Kaliningrad compete with the architecture of ancient cities - multi-domed churches and merchant houses, and with the northern forests of Karelia and ridges Ural mountains- the beaches of the Black Sea coast.

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 stretched the undulating 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 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 there are also rough mountain rivers in Russia 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 most deep lake 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. Nature protection 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. Depending on the region, average January temperatures range from 6 to -50 ° C. 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 along with Russian. The most common foreign languages in Russia are Ukrainian, Belarusian and German. English language widespread 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, 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 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 developed 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.

Safety

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.

Documentation

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 required, 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 mobile phone – 112

Tourism

The choice of tourist destinations in Russia is 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 traditions of the use of natural factors were formed in Crimea, especially in Saki and Yevpatoria, where the first mud-cure resorts were opened. Spa treatment is carried out on the coast Krasnodar Territory, in Moscow, Ryazan, Kostroma, Ivanovo, Tver and Tula regions, in the Urals. In the northern and north-western regions of the country there are medical resorts 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 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 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 is allowed for citizens of the CIS countries (except Turkmenistan), Abkhazia and South Ossetia, a number of countries South America, 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 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, Terem Palace, Tsar Bell, Tsar Cannon.
The Tretyakov Gallery was founded in 1856. This is the largest museum in the world, where unique canvases by masters of the 10-20 centuries are collected.

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. Impressive and his external architecture, and interior decoration, which presents all types of art - 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 18-19 centuries, country residence 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 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, Grand ducal tomb, Botny, Engineering house, prison buildings, bastions, Peter and Paul Cathedral.
The Russian Museum was opened in 1895 by Nicholas II. The richest exposition is presented within the walls of the building artistic values, 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. Valaine-Delamonte, the Shuvalovs, Branitskys, Yusupovs lived in it.
Palace and park ensemble 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. 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 Shchetnev 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.
Sochi Art Museum- a large art center. The building exhibits canvases by Polenov, Aivazovsky, Shishkin, and exhibitions of contemporary masters are regularly held.

The Swallow's Nest is a famous monument of history and 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 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. 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- 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.
Masandra Palace - the most beautiful architectural structure, which served as the residence of Alexander III. The building was rebuilt in the 19th century in the style of French medieval castles. In the adjacent territory, there is a magnificent park, which presents more than 250 species of shrubs and trees.
House A.P. Chekhov - 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 here 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 9th-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, 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.
Genoese fortress With 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 the inner hall there is a fresco painting that has been preserved since antiquity.
The Bakhchisarai Palace is a beautiful architectural structure that was previously 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 - 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, varied 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. 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, and 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 and 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 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 has rich paintings from the 18th century.

Pereslavl-Zalessky

Goritsky Monastery is a large architectural and historical museum. The exposition consists of furniture, church utensils, a collection of ancient icons, canvases by Shishkin, Benois, most valuable library 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 here on Lake Pleshcheyevo Peter the Great built a funny flotilla. 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 Ustye river bed 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 stand.
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 and is 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 sorrowful 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 left for 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 m2. 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 track. In large cities, there are passenger stations, in small settlements - railway stations... Trains run between cities long distance, there are also suburban electric trains. Through the whole country passes railway line Trans-Siberian Railway linking Moscow and Vladivostok. 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... Marine 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.

Metro 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 affordable way to get around cities is by buses and minibuses. In each relatively big 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 the cities of Russia; 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 the arrivals halls of airports, near railway stations and bus stations.

In the presence of driving 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 *)
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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 an 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 lies on large platforms, so its relief is predominantly flat. In the west of the country stretched the undulating 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 there are also rough mountain rivers in Russia with rocky rapids. The largest rivers in the country are the Ob, Lena, Irtysh, Yenisei and Volga. Lake District of Russia - Karelia, here are the largest lakes in Europe - Ladoga and Onega, in Eastern Siberia 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, 71 nature reserves are in operation.

Climate

In general, Russia has a long, snowy and cold winter. Depending on the region, average January temperatures range from 6 to -50 ° C. Summers in most of Russia are 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:

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

Jewelry, artistic and cultural values, works of art, psychotropic and potent medicinal substances, ammunition and weapons are subject to mandatory declaration.

Connection

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 at 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.

Safety

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.

Documentation

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 required, 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.

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 north-western regions of the country there are medical resorts Marcial Waters, Sestroretsk, Svetlogorsk and Zelenogradsk, the largest resort in Siberia is Belokurikha.

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 Krasnaya Polyana resort 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 holidays 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.

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 at 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 states 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, where unique canvases by masters of the 10-20 centuries are collected.

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, the country residence of the emperors. The museum is located on 107 hectares, it 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 city museum, 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. Valaine-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 Shchetnev 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 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, and exhibitions of contemporary masters are regularly held.

The Swallow's Nest is a famous monument of history and 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. In the adjacent territory, there is a magnificent park, 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 here 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 9th-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 that was previously 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. 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, and 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 and 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 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 has rich paintings 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 here on Lake Pleshcheyevo Peter the Great built a funny flotilla. 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 Ustye river bed 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 stand.
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 and is 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 sorrowful 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 left for 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 m2. 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 track. There are passenger stations in large cities, and railway stations in small settlements. Long-distance trains run between cities, and suburban electric trains also operate. A 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. Marine 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.

Ground transport in Russian cities- these are buses, trolleybuses, tram lines and route taxis. The most convenient and affordable way to get around 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.

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.

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