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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, stretches from the northern Arctic latitudes to the subtropics. Russia has unimaginable riches - cultural and historical heritage, protected forests and untouched expanses. Graceful streets of St. Petersburg and 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 is the largest country in terms of area on our planet, occupying 17.1 million square kilometers. The state is located in Eurasia and covers both parts of the continent. About a third of the territory of Russia is located in Eastern Europe, and the rest of it belongs to the north of Asia. The Russian shores are washed by the waters of 12 seas belonging to the basins of the Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific oceans, the waters of the inland Caspian Sea.

Russia lies on large platforms, so its relief is predominantly flat. In the west of the country, the undulating Central Russian Plain stretched, separated by a ridge of the Ural Mountains from the Siberian Plateau. In the south of Russia are the mountain systems of the Caucasus with the highest point of the country - Mount Elbrus, Sayan Mountains and Altai. In the Far East, the peaks of extinct and active volcanoes rush up.

There are about 2.5 million rivers and 3 million lakes in Russia. Most of the rivers have a flat character, but in Russia there are also turbulent mountain rivers with rocky rapids channels. The largest rivers of the country are the Ob, Lena, Irtysh, Yenisei and Volga. The lake region of Russia is Karelia, here are the largest lakes in Europe - Ladoga and Onega, in Eastern Siberia there is the deepest lake on the planet - Baikal.

The flora of Russia is the velvet of mosses and lichens in the taiga tundra, coniferous forests surrounding the glacial lakes of 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, there are 42 national parks, 71 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 climate of temperate latitudes: continental, temperate continental, sharply continental and monsoonal 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 the 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)
Ekaterinburg time - MSK+2 (UTC+5)
Omsk time - MSK+3 (UTC+6)
Krasnoyarsk time - MSK+4 (UTC+7)
Irkutsk time - MSK+5 (UTC+8)
Yakut time - MSK+6 (UTC+9)
Vladivostok time - MSK+7 (UTC+10)
Middle Kolyma time - MSK+8 (UTC+11)
Kamchatka time - MSK+9 (UTC+12)

Language

Official language of Russia: Russian. The subjects of the Russian Federation have the right to establish state and official languages ​​used on a par with Russian. The most common foreign languages ​​in Russia are Ukrainian, Belarusian and German. English is widely used in business and tourism, as a means of international communication, mainly in large cities.

Population

The population of Russia is 142 million people. About 80% of the population are Russians. In total, representatives of more than 200 nationalities and nationalities live in the country.

Currency

Official currency: ruble (RUB).

Customs regulations

Undeclared import and export of currency is limited to an amount equivalent to 10,000 USD. Duty-free importation 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 things for personal use: clothing, toiletries, jewelry, photographic and film equipment .

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

Connection

In Russia, cellular communication 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 much smaller number of customers and provide services in certain regions. SIM cards of the "Big Three" operators can be purchased everywhere - in stores, mobile phone stores, post offices.

The telephone code of Russia is +7.

To call Russia by mobile phone, dial +7-subscriber's number***

Mains voltage

Mains voltage 220 volts.

Tourism

In Russia there are opportunities for any kind of tourism. The rich historical heritage served as the basis for the creation of sightseeing routes and educational tours, the long Black Sea coast is a traditional region for beach and outdoor activities, ski resorts in 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 been developing in Russia - sanatoriums and spa hotels operate at the sources of mineral waters, therapeutic mud, in places with a favorable climate.

Traditions/Features. In Russia, many customs and traditions dating back to the depths of centuries have been preserved. Every spring in large cities and very small towns they see off the winter on a grand scale - they bake pancakes and burn a straw effigy of Shrovetide, in the summer they celebrate Ivan Kupala Day in the villages, but the main winter holiday is the New Year.

One of the main features of the Russian people was and remains hospitality, which is most evident in the feast. The traditional Russian meal includes first, second and third courses - soups and stews, baked poultry or meat, all kinds of pastries - pies and pies. Dishes of national cuisine in all their richness are presented in restaurants. Daily cabbage soup, roasts, sbitni and tinctures are served in the best establishments.

Security

The safety of tourists in Russia is ensured by the forces of law and order. 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 an easily accessible place, beware of deserted and unlit places at night, do not use the services of unofficial taxi drivers, do not exchange currency with 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 will have a rest in a sanatorium-resort institution with medical procedures, then a sanatorium-resort book is needed, which can be obtained from a general practitioner.

Children accompanied by adults must have a birth certificate or passport, medical policy.

Important Phones

Emergency phone numbers in Russia:

• Fire Department - 01
• Police - 02
• Ambulance - 03
• Unified 24/7 helpline when calling from a mobile phone - 112

Tourism

The choice of tourist destinations in Russia is wider than anywhere else. Features of the geographical position and historical development allowed the formation of resort regions in the country, which are characterized by one or another type of recreation.

beach holiday. In Russia, there are many resorts offering a comfortable stay on the sea coast. 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 resort of Yeysk, located on the coast of the Sea of ​​\u200b\u200bAzov, is located.

Beach holidays are offered by Crimean resorts. Sanatoriums, resort hotels, private and city beaches stretch along the entire coast of the peninsula. The main destinations are Alushta, Evpatoria, Kerch, Koktebel, Saki, Sevastopol, Sudak, Feodosia, Yalta, Kurortnoe, Nikolaevka, Peschanoe and Shchelkino settlements.

Sanatorium treatment carried out in almost all regions of Russia. There are sanatoriums, resort and medical centers at the sources of mineral waters, therapeutic mud, in places with favorable climatic conditions. The most famous balneological resorts of the country are Essentuki, Zheleznovodsk, Kislovodsk and Pyatigorsk.

Rich traditions in the use of natural factors have been formed in the Crimea, especially in Saki and Yevpatoria, where the first mud treatment resorts were launched. 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 northwestern regions of the country there are medical resorts Marcial Waters, Sestroretsk, Svetlogorsk and Zelenogradsk, the largest resort in Siberia is Belokurikha.

Excursion tours in 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 the Crimea involves visiting 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. In the Krasnodar Territory, on the slopes of the Main Caucasian Range, the Krasnaya Polyana resort is located. The level of service and the 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, slopes of various levels with a total length of 72 km, ski villages with comfortable hotels.

Among the high-mountain resorts of Russia, ski holidays are offered by the Dombay and Elbrus complexes, Abzakovo-Bannoye in the Urals. Each of the resorts has the necessary infrastructure, comfortable accommodation conditions.

Weekend tours. The most popular weekend destinations are the cities of the Moscow region, the suburbs of large cities in different regions of the country. Short stay programs are offered by tourist bases, sanatoriums, spa hotels and hotels.

Children's rest. Traditionally, summer recreation 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 available 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 with its natural beauties, but also with the possibility of hiking, scuba diving, hunting and fishing, quad biking, cycling and horse riding.

In the warm season, trekking, horseback riding, and rafting on mountain rivers are organized for tourists at the resorts of Gorny Altai, Dombay and Krasnaya Polyana. In Crimea, there are opportunities for mountaineering and hang gliding, climbing mountains, trekking, horseback riding, diving, sea fishing. Active recreational activities in the north are sleigh rides, dog 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 countries 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 in 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 a travel company that is included in the Federal Register of Tour Operators, which gives it the right to provide visa support to foreigners.

The most famous sights

• 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 there are - Arkhangelsk, Blagoveshchensky, 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, which contains unique paintings by masters of the 10th-20th centuries.

• The Hermitage is the largest museum in the world, founded by Catherine the Great in the 18th century. The museum exhibits canvases by world-famous artists. In total, more than 3 million valuables 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 external architecture and interior decoration are impressive, in which all kinds of art are represented - mosaic, painting, sculpture. The main iconostasis is decorated with lapis lazuli and malachite columns.
• Tsarskoye Selo is a reserve in Pushkino, includes a large park and architectural ensemble of the 18-19 centuries, a country residence of emperors. The museum is located on 107 hectares, consists of the Catherine's Park, the Old Garden, the English Park, the Catherine's Palace, the Memorial Museum, the Hermitage Pavilion, etc.
• Peter and Paul Fortress - located on Zayachy Island, the oldest monument in St. Petersburg. Within the museum there is the Commandant's House, the Museum of the City, the Grand Duke's Tomb, the Botanical House, the Engineering House, prison buildings, bastions, the 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 artistic values, a restoration center.
• The Yusupov Palace is the most beautiful architectural monument of the 18-19th century. The guests of the palace were the Queen of England Elizabeth II, the King of Greece, the Queen of Norway and other dignitaries. The building was built by I. Monighetti, J. B. Valen-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. On the territory there are the Lower, Upper parks, the Grand Palace, the largest system of fountains, water cascades, elegant sculptural compositions, bas-reliefs.

• Pshad 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 Gorgypia show the ancient ruins of the 4th century BC. Ancient 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, flora of Anapa, the history of the Bosporan kingdom.

• The Arboretum is the largest botanical park, a kind of open-air museum. The park presents unique samples of the flora of the Western Caucasus, as well as many southern states located closer to the equator.
• The Vorontsov caves are the largest underground agglomeration with a height difference of 240m. Some cavities are filled with water, and narrow passages sometimes make it difficult to move. In some compartments of the caves there are ancient sites of primitive people.
• The Sochi Art Museum is a major art center. The building exhibits paintings by Polenov, Aivazovsky, Shishkin, exhibitions of contemporary masters are regularly held.

• The Swallow's Nest is a well-known monument of history and architecture, located on the Aurora Rock, which rises 40 meters above the sea. The building is made in the style of a medieval knight's palace. The current appearance of the palace was acquired 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-Mauritanian styles.
• Livadia Palace is the imperial residence. The castle was built in the Italian light style in the 19th century. Considered the most luxurious palace in Crimea, it 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.
• 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 deputies. On the adjacent territory there is a magnificent park, which presents more than 250 species of shrubs and trees.
• Domik A.P. Chekhov - a memorial museum opened in honor of the writer in Yalta. The whole atmosphere of those times has been preserved in the house, Chekhov readings are often held in it with the participation of foreign guests, and excursions are held.

Gurzuf

• Richelieu House - erected in 1811 by the Duke of Reselieu in the form of a two-story stone building in European style. The duke rarely came here on vacation, and more often provided the estate to acquaintances. Pushkin, Raevsky and other notorious 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 style of constructivism.
• The watchtower is located on Cape Suuk-Su, it existed in the 6th century, when Byzantine legionnaires came to the land. The monument is often called the Geria Tower or the Eagle's Nest.

• Admiralty Cathedral in honor of St. Vladimir is located on the Central Hill, is considered the greatest Orthodox monument of the 19th century. The building has one massive dome, emphasizing the Byzantine architecture of the 9th-11th centuries. Instead of icons, marble slabs are placed in the inner halls.
• Malakhov Kurgan is a grandiose monument, where the Defensive Tower of the 19th century is located, the Museum of Heroic Defense and the Liberation of the City, memorial iron plates, cannons, a beautiful park.
• Chersonese is the oldest monument of Sevastopol, the ruins of an ancient Greek town of the ancient era, in which Vladimir of Kyiv converted to Christianity.
• The Military History Museum in honor of the Black Sea Fleet is considered the oldest of the similar museums in the world. Opened in 1869, located in a beautiful building, it is 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 Cembalo is located at a height above Balaklava Bay. Founded in 1357, it has defensive walls.

• Mangup is a cave city of the medieval Crimea. Numerous caves have been preserved here, carved into the rock throughout the entire perimeter of the plateau.
• The Temple of the Three Horsemen is carved in a huge boulder. In the inner hall there is a fresco painting preserved from antiquity.
• The Bakhchisaray Palace is a beautiful architectural structure that was previously the residence of the Crimean khans. The building is considered the only surviving monument of Crimean Tatar architecture. The Palace houses a museum of culture and history, an exhibition of weapons.

• Arboretum is a unique nature reserve located on rocky-clay soil. Here is the richest collection of plants, shrubs, many of which are rare on the planet.
• Saki Resort Park was founded in 1890 by Melnichenko P.S. On the territory there are beautiful fountains, three lakes, diverse vegetation.
• The settlement Belyaus was discovered in the 20th century, it existed in the 4th-2nd century BC. BC. The monument is located on the Tarkhankun Peninsula.
• The excavations of Kerkinida were opened in 1964, they prove the existence of a modern city of Greek colonists on the site. 30 burials were found on the territory.
• Kizary - the oldest underground passages located under the old city. The tunnels carved into the yellow shell rock are considered an important value of Evpatoria.

• The Genoese fortress is the oldest monument of the city with beautiful strict medieval architecture. Today here you can see the Watch Tower, the mosque, the residence of the Genoese consul, the gates of the fortress.
• Church of the Intercession Ave. 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;

New World

• The Golitsyn trail starts 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 Golitsyn wines with preserved stone arches.

Suzdal

• The Kremlin is the oldest part of the city. On the territory there are the Nativity Cathedral, the Bell Tower, Nikolskaya, Assumption Churches, Bishops' Chambers. In the 11th century, the Kremlin was surrounded by an earthen rampart trimmed with clay.
• The Museum of Architecture is located on the site of the Dmitrievsky Monastery of the 11th century. The museum collection includes 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 - embroideries, carvings, 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 in 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 old books.

• Detinets or the Kremlin was founded by Yaroslavl. The first mentions in 1044 in chronicles. The highest tower of Detinets Kokuy, built in the 18th century.
• Hagia Sophia is a grandiose building of the century. The cathedral was built by Yaroslav the Wise as a temple for the whole city. The great bishops, princes, posadniks 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 Andrey Bogolyubsky to later become the main temple of the state.
• The Golden Gate was built in the 12th century. The building has a rich decoration, and was previously used for ceremonial entrances to the city.
• Vladimir Central is a well-known prison built by order of Catherine II. At one time, Frunze, Powers, Zoya Fedorova were kept in it. Since 1996 it has been a museum open to the public.

• Museum of the Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery Complex. The architectural ensemble was built in the 12th century and 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 Elijah was founded in the 17th century on the site of wooden churches at the expense of the merchants Skripins. The building is decorated with five green onion domes, covered galleries, a bell tower, Rizpolozhensky limit.

Uglich

• The Kremlin was founded in the 15th century by Andrei Bolshoi. The construction was surrounded by a high wall with two driveways and nine blind defensive towers. Today here you can see the chambers that belonged to Tsarevich Dmitry.
• The Church of Demetrius on the Blood was built in 1692 on the site where the prince died. The building is painted with red paint, the domes are blue with white ornaments, and there are rich murals of the 18th century in the interior.

Pereslavl-Zalessky

• Goritsky Monastery is a large architectural and historical museum. The exposition consists of 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" - 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 king, the Boat House, the gatehouse, the Triumphal Gate, the White Palace.

Rostov

• The Borisoglebsky monastery complex was built on a hill surrounded by the riverbed of the Ustye in 1363 under 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 temples, powerful walls. Previously, the Kremlin was the episcopal residence.

Kostroma

• The Ipatiev Monastery is the greatest monument of Orthodox culture, built 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 has the appearance of 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 temple. In its halls are the relics of Blessed Alexy Elnatsky, St. Vasily Kineshma and 168 other saints.
• Bubnov Museum. The house was erected in 1860 for a merchant family and is located on the site of a city estate. The building has survived to this day and is open for tours.

• Lermontov's places are Pyatigorsk Boulevard, Lermontov's baths, Lermontov's House, Elizavetinskiy spring in Pyatigorsk, Mount-Koltso and other places connected with the poet's life in the Caucasus.
• The Castle of Treachery and Love is located in Kislovodsk - a natural monument of rocks, in the outlines of which mournful faces are guessed. The castle is located at the gorge of the river. Alikonovka.

• The Wrangel Tower is a grandiose historical building, the thickness of the walls and ceilings of which is three meters. In the 20th century, the building was no longer used as a fortification, today there are warehouses and wholesale stores.
• The Brandenburg Gate is a beautiful historical monument and the only gate of the city, which is still used for its intended purpose. The building was erected in 1657.
• The Cathedral is a beautiful architectural monument, a symbol of the city. It was built in the Baltic Gothic style and is one of the rare examples of the Gothic style in Russia.

• The Buryat village is located in Olkhon. This is a colorful open-air museum, visiting which you can get acquainted with the life and culture of the Buryats.
• Pillars of Huuhein-Khad is a particularly sacred place located in the Shumak valley. According to legend, you can see your future here.
• Ivolginsky datsan is an important monument of Buddhists. The incorrupt body of Khambo Lama Itigelov, who passed into 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, colored lakes with bubbling water.
• The Klyuchevskiy group of volcanoes united 12 volcanoes located on an area of ​​7,000 m². Here is the largest and highest volcano of the 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. 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 carry out domestic and international flights.

Russian railways serve over 124,000 km of tracks. In large cities there are passenger stations, in small settlements - railway stations. Long-distance trains run between cities, and suburban electric trains also operate. A railway line of the Trans-Siberian Railway runs through the whole country, connecting Moscow and Vladivostok. You can get acquainted with the schedule of long-distance trains and suburban electric 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.

Sea transport Intercity and international passenger transportation is carried out. Marine stations operate in Sochi, St. Petersburg, Murmansk and Nakhodka.

Navigation is carried out along rivers and canals. The length of the river routes is 200,000 km.

Underground 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, and the Novosibirsk metro has only 12 stations.

Ground transport in Russian cities- These are buses, trolleybuses, tram lines and fixed-route taxis. The most convenient and affordable way to move around the cities is by buses and minibuses. In each relatively large 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 Russian cities, 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. The dispatch desks of official taxi companies are usually located in the arrivals halls of airports, near railway stations and bus stations.

If you have a driver's license and at least a year of driving experience, you can rent a car. This service is offered by both large international companies Sixt, AVIS and Europcar, as well as small private companies. In most companies, the rental service with a return in another city is limited to a small number of settlements, or is not provided at all.

* payment in rubles at the rate of the Central Bank (+ 2%) on the day of booking

Information on the conclusion and termination of the insurance contract, the amount of insurance obligations, the actions of the parties in the event of an insured event, the procedure for paying insurance compensation and other necessary information for the insured tourist are specified in the insurance rules.

Traveling with children is troublesome and expensive.

For five years, my wife and two children have visited almost two dozen Russian cities. When traveling around Russia, we try to choose the golden mean: we do not live in hostels and do not stay in luxury hotels. On average, for four people with breakfast we pay 3000-3500 R per day.

Sergey Tinyakov

traveling with children

I marked on the map the main cities, towns and entertainment for children:

Anapa

Anapa is one of the main children's resorts in the country. There are 200 children's sanatoriums, camps and rest houses. Every year, 350 thousand children rest in them, so parks, beaches and transport are primarily focused on young travelers. It is comfortable to move around the city: there are convenient sidewalks almost everywhere, and playgrounds are equipped in public gardens and parks. Most of the entertainment is on the beaches and Pionersky Prospekt - the longest street in the city, which is located along the coast.

18 kilometers from Anapa, in the village of Bolshoy Utrish, there is the only open water dolphinarium in Russia. Dolphins live in the Black Sea lagoon, and the audience watches performances from the podium on the shore. Tickets are sold on the website. Entrance for an adult and a child from 7 years old costs 1000 R, for children from 3 to 7 years old - 400 R.

If you want to see dolphins and even swim with them for free, go to the beach in the village of Blagoveshchenskaya. It is located 23 kilometers from Anapa airport and 40 kilometers from the city. There, dolphins swim right next to the vacationers. They may not be visible from the water, but they are clearly visible from the shore.

In the village of Sukko, 20 kilometers from Anapa, you can visit knightly performances at the Lion's Head Theater, shoot with a bow or crossbow, visit a forge and a pottery workshop, and ride horses. A ticket for the evening performance costs 500 R for adults and 400 R for children over 6 years old. Children under 6 accompanied by adults are admitted free of charge. The schedule is on the theatre's website.

How to get there. From Moscow to Anapa can be reached in a day by train. A ticket in a compartment costs from 2500 R, in a reserved seat - from 1700 R.

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The airport is located 17 kilometers from Anapa in the village of Vityazevo. In 2017, a new terminal was opened there. The plane flies for 2 hours, the ticket costs from 2700 R. In summer there are direct flights from the regions. At the airport - a comfortable room for mother and child.

How much does housing cost. A small house with air conditioning, a bathroom and a toilet 30 minutes from the sea in the village of Blagoveshchenskaya can be rented for 1200 R per day. An all-inclusive hotel room in the center of Anapa costs from 5000 R.

Gelendzhik

The main attraction of Gelendzhik is the twelve-kilometer embankment: this is one of the longest coastal walking areas in Europe. There are many cafes, shops, playgrounds and other entertainment. In the squares there are benches under the trees - you can relax and hide from the heat. My children and I could spend half a day on the embankment, just walking and enjoying the views. Nearby are beaches, mostly sandy and with good access to the sea.

In Gelendzhik, the largest open-air water park in Russia, the Golden Bay, operates. Its area of ​​15 hectares is like 20 football fields. The park has not only water slides, pools and attractions, but also an arboretum with 88 plant species from around the world. Tickets are sold not by age, but by height. For visitors from 106 to 145 cm tall, the entrance costs 900 R, for those who are taller - 1750 R. Children below 106 cm are admitted free of charge.

Even in Gelendzhik you can go to the mountains in jeeps. There is a family route without extreme climbs with a visit to waterfalls, a health park and healing mud springs.

You can arrange an excursion while walking around the city. Cars with large wheels and driver contacts are parked in many crowded places: next to Platanovaya Alley, the Burevestnik cinema, and the Gelendzhik shopping center. You can also look for information on local travel websites.

How to get there. The train goes only to Novorossiysk. A ticket in a compartment costs from 2200 R, in a reserved seat - from 1600 R. Then you need to transfer to the bus to Gelendzhik. The Novorossiysk bus station does not have a website - you can find out the schedule and buy tickets at Avtoticket.com. Fare - from 100 R.

A plane ticket from Moscow costs from 3500 R. In summer there are direct flights from the regions. There are few flights during the off-season - you can get there by bus from Krasnodar, Novorossiysk or other large cities.

How much does housing cost. There are enough hotels and sanatoriums in Gelendzhik. An air-conditioned room in a private house can be rented for 700 R per day, a room in a good guest house will cost 3500 R.

With children, it is better to go to the nearest villages - Divnomorskoye and Dzhanhot. They are located about 20 km from the city. There are lower prices and fewer tourists. A room two minutes from the sea with free parking will cost 3000 R.

Yeysk

The Sea of ​​Azov is shallow and warm, and the climate there is not as hot as on the Black Sea coast. Rest in Yeysk can be combined with treatment at mud deposits. There are two of them: on Lake Khanskoye and at the base of the Dolzhanskaya Spit.

Getting to the Dolzhanskaya Spit is faster and easier - it is only 40 kilometers from Yeysk. You can take a tour, but it's cheaper and easier to rent a car or order a taxi for 700-800 R . If you are on your own car, there are several campsites near Dolzhanskaya. Along the way, you can buy fresh watermelons and melons directly from melons.

How to get there. They go to Yeysk with a change: first by train to the village of Starominskaya, then by bus, train or taxi. A compartment ticket for a train from Moscow will cost 3500 R, a reserved seat ticket - 1500 R.

Electric trains from Starominskaya go three times a day, travel time is an hour and a half, a ticket costs 150 R. Buses travel an hour, tickets are sold only at the bus station. Price - from 100 R.

You can still fly by plane to Rostov-on-Don for 5000-7000 R one way and then transfer to the bus. Travel time - from 3.5 to 5 hours. Departure - from the city bus station on Sievers Street, 1. Tickets cost from 430 R and are sold on the bus station website.

How much does housing cost. Housing prices start from 500 R per night per person. Look for the most profitable options on social networks for the query "accommodation in Yeysk".

A small house for four with air conditioning, washing machine, own shower and toilet in June cost 2000 R, in July and August - 2400 R. You can find housing for 200 R per person, but it will be a plywood outbuilding with a summer shower, an outdoor toilet and a shared summer kitchen.

Kuchugury

The resort village of Kuchugury is located on the shores of the Sea of ​​Azov on the Taman Peninsula. It has not yet been spoiled by the attention of tourists: the rest here is quiet and calm, suitable for very young children. At the market, local farmers sell their fruits and vegetables. There are two seas nearby - Azov and Black.

Another popular entertainment for children is the Sochi Park amusement park. In 2017, it was ranked 23rd in Tripadvisor's top 25 amusement parks in Europe. The space is divided into 6 thematic zones, there are playgrounds, a dolphinarium, a rope park. Every day there are performances and concerts for children. Most of the entertainment is included in a single ticket, which costs 1900 R for adults and 1700 R for children from 5 years old.

Sochi Park is open all year round, including the winter months. In summer, it is better to go there in cloudy weather: there is nowhere to hide from the heat in the park, and children will quickly get tired in the sun.

On the territory of the park there is a castle-hotel "Bogatyr". Reviews of tourists about it are contradictory: we went there only for lunch. A buffet for four cost 1800 R and we didn’t like it: the choice of dishes is poor, the taste and quality are not up to par, the room is dirty. We wouldn't dare to eat there all the time.

If you want to take a break from the heat and urban development, go to the Sochi arboretum. There are collected more than 1800 plant species from all over the world. There are enclosures with parrots, ostriches and peacocks, swans, ducks and pelicans swim in the pond.

The two parts of the park, upper and lower, are separated by the resort avenue, and are connected by a cable car. In three minutes, it lifts visitors to a height of 170 meters, where there is an observation deck.

An adult ticket for the cable car costs 350 R, for the park - 250 R, for children from 7 to 14 years old - 200 and 120 R, respectively. For children under seven years old, the lift and entrance to the park are free. Payment only in cash.

How to get there. The cheapest tickets are in October, November, January and February. Round-trip flight from Moscow costs 3000-7000 R . During the season it is difficult to find a one-way ticket cheaper than 4000 R.

It takes about a day to travel by train from Moscow. In summer, a reserved seat ticket costs from 2500 R, in a compartment - from 4000 R. There are direct routes from many Russian regions and even neighboring countries.

How much does housing cost. After the 2014 Winter Olympics, modern hotels and residential complexes appeared in the city. For example, in the Olympic Park there is a hotel "Omega Sirius Park". A double room even at the height of the season costs within 3500 R. In June and September - 2500 R. A spacious apartment on Airbnb can be rented from 1000 R per day.

Everyone has long known that proper rest is the key to good health. But what if there is not enough money? Should it be completely abandoned? No and no again! To relax, even abroad, at a small cost - this is quite feasible.

Exotic foreign countries are an attractive place for Russian people. This is justified by the fact that the standard of living abroad is somewhat higher, which leads to excellent service, high quality goods and comfortable living conditions. In addition, a vacation abroad is an opportunity to see beautiful landscapes, learn something new and immerse yourself in a completely different environment. As a result, foreign countries have recently become a favorite place for Russian tourists to spend their holidays.

Just before the trip itself, everyone should decide for themselves the main thing. Rest for everyone has its own meaning and carries its own meaning. Some do not imagine it without the sea, others - without exotic, and still others - without interesting facts and sights. Depending on what goal you are pursuing, you need to determine the place.

Where can you relax most economically?

Of course, many are interested in what is the cheapest country for a holiday. For quite a long time, Egypt, Turkey and Bulgaria have been inexpensive countries to travel to. And basically, you can spend time economically in these countries thanks to the famous all-inclusive promotion. This is what makes Turkey so popular.

Bulgaria is distinguished by beautiful nature, pleasant climate and (compared to European) inexpensive prices. However, the more tourists choose these places for vacation, the more expensive it becomes to stay in them.

Today, holidays in Montenegro, Romania or Croatia will become more economical. In such a situation, it is quite difficult to figure out where the cheapest country for vacation is. A trip, for example, to Italy or Spain, will cost much less compared to other European countries. Traveling during the off-season, when the cost of vouchers is even more loyal, will help reduce costs. Inexpensive holidays are possible even in resorts such as Goa and Vietnam. These countries have the lowest prices, and to a large extent, the main part of the costs is the road itself. However, if you find and book promotional tickets for the relevant flights in advance, you can spend much less.

In which European countries is a budget holiday possible?

In general, holidays in Europe are considered quite expensive, but even there you can spend your time inexpensively and comfortably. The following are countries that differ in loyal prices. Inexpensive holidays are possible in one of the lesser known countries - in Albania. It is rich in beautiful nature, interesting history and, most importantly, low prices. Holidays in Albania are mountains, a beach, good food, clean air and a lot of pleasure. At the same time, its government has already introduced a visa-free regime many times, and, as you know, visa-free countries for holidays are the most accessible for tourists.

Another good option is to visit Lithuania. It is in this country that a full and budget vacation is possible. Lithuania is distinguished by cheap housing, numerous museums, a pleasant climate and a huge number of architectural monuments. She, of course, is included in the list as the cheapest country to relax in the Baltics. In addition, Bulgaria can be included in such a list, entry into which is possible only with a Schengen visa, but it is not difficult to obtain it. Budget holidays are also available in Bosnia, Herzegovina, the Czech Republic, Romania and Poland.

Where to spend your summer vacation

He is always desired and long-awaited. After a year of work, you always want to relax and stock up on strength for the whole year. In general, the quality of rest depends directly on the choice of place, so this issue should be given special attention.

Fresh air of Spain

Spain is a hot country that will allow you to sunbathe, spend time in nature, and get acquainted with its traditions and way of life. Summer in Spain is accompanied by daytime regularity, which is replaced by nighttime festivities. The Canary Islands are perfect for a family vacation, and the Balearic Islands are perfect for a youth party.

Hot Turkey

An inexpensive vacation in Turkey is possible from the very beginning of the summer season, the peak of which falls in the summer and the first months of autumn. It is quite hot in Turkey, so tourists usually spend most of their time at sea. In addition, this country is great for family holidays, as well as for entertainment and fun. The best resorts in Turkey are Kemer, Antalya and Bodrum.

Beach holidays in Montenegro

Montenegro, which is famous for its beauty, is opposite Italy. Summer is a great season for a beach holiday, which will help you relax and forget about city life for a while. The Bay of Kotor is considered to be a very beautiful and picturesque place on the coast. Prices in Montenegro are quite favorable, so a seaside vacation here will be not only relaxing, but also cheap.

Relax from the heat in Finland

A trip to Finland will be a great solution for those who like coolness, are tired of the unbearable heat and just want to retire by the sea. In summer, people come here not only to admire the sea, but also to appreciate the beauty of the local lakes, with which this country is quite rich. The full summer season starts here from mid-June.

Mysterious Israel

Israel has a fairly developed tourist infrastructure. When planning to relax in Israel, you need to decide on the choice of the sea, of which there are as many as three - the Mediterranean, the Red and the Dead. At the Dead Sea, you can even get a little healthier, as its waters are considered healing there. The most famous resorts in Israel are Tel Aviv, Haifa and Eilat.

We organize budget holidays abroad

Actually, the main part of the costs abroad is the road and housing costs. To spend a vacation abroad as cheaply as possible, there may be two options for the development of the situation. The first thing that can affect the cost is hot tours. The second is a personal travel itinerary, a search for inexpensive charter flights and inexpensive accommodation. A hot package trip is a pretty good idea, but it also has its downsides. Hot deals do not allow you to plan a purchase, as they are quite difficult to catch. Therefore, hunting for them should be carried out quite tightly. You can constantly monitor the offers of travel operators in the desired direction using the Internet. Of course, in this case, you must either not work, or rely on the fact that you will be released on vacation at any time, and this is extremely rare.

You can also gather in advance and look for offers among many travel agencies. There is a chance that in a few days you will find an interesting offer at a low price. At the same time, it is necessary to understand that any vacation abroad requires at least a basic knowledge of the language of the chosen country. Therefore, it is advisable to prepare in advance and learn the language. In addition, it doesn’t hurt to get acquainted with the local climate and pick up the necessary things and clothes for the trip.

In general, most of the cost of a holiday is occupied by flights and accommodation, and by purchasing tickets at a bargain price, you can save a lot.

Budget holidays with children

When planning a family vacation, first of all, young parents want to take their children to the sea. But often this is not a cheap pleasure, and not everyone can afford it. However, if you plan your trip correctly, it can be inexpensive. Rest on the sea in the countries of the near abroad and Russia will be quite economical.

Rest with children on the Black Sea

Tuapse, Gelendzhik, Anapa and Sochi are considered good resorts in the Krasnodar Territory. The list is quite large and there are plenty to choose from. The infrastructure of the Krasnodar Territory is quite developed, so a vacation there will be pleasant and useful for both adults and children. Resort towns have on their territory a lot of entertainment, such as water parks, zoos and attractions. That is why holidays with children are possible here. The territory of the resort towns is equipped with everything necessary to spend a full, interesting and unforgettable vacation with the whole family. Resorts located in the Krasnodar Territory are equipped with playgrounds, there is everything you need to organize an inexpensive vacation. In addition, on any coast you can use the services of an experienced nanny, which will allow parents to spend a little time together and go on an excursion or in a cafe. At the same time, the cost of services is low, so everyone can afford such costs.

One of the best places for a family vacation is the Crimea. On its territory there is a huge number of boarding houses designed for families with children. Crimea disposes precisely to a quiet, measured and soothing pastime. In addition, it is distinguished by excellent ecology, clean air and bewitching landscapes. Almost throughout the Crimea, you can rent a room at a hotel for a small price. And, besides this, the prices on the peninsula are quite low, which will allow you to have a great family vacation even with a small budget.

Pleasant rest on the Sea of ​​Azov

In addition to the Black Sea, you can also relax without going abroad on the shores of the Sea of ​​\u200b\u200bAzov, which will come out even cheaper. The coast of the Sea of ​​Azov is shallow everywhere, and, accordingly, it will be the safest when you are relaxing with children. The water here is always clean and warm. Children especially love the Sea of ​​Azov, as they are attracted there by small shells and pebbles. The resorts here are famous for clean air, pleasant climate and plenty of entertainment. At the same time, seaside holidays are always economical, as local prices for food and housing are low. You can take a small amount of money with you, see cozy and economical hotels and places to eat in advance. Based on this, we can say that Russia is still the cheapest country to relax, and you can relax here no worse than abroad.

Summary

Always remember that relaxing well does not mean spending big. The best holiday destinations are opening their doors to give you the opportunity to spend your vacation economically. Look for discounts, last minute deals, promotions. Thanks to your attentiveness and the Global Network, you can spend quality time on the seashore for mere pennies!

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On vacation, be sure to take the CHI policy with you, or at least take a picture of it on your smartphone. If poisoning or injury occurs during the trip, then if you have a policy, honey. assistance will be provided free of charge.

By the way, holidays with children in Russia at sea will be more comfortable if you choose hotels, boarding houses and sanatoriums according to the “ all inclusive”- see such options in - more expensive, but more convenient.

Interested in calm holidays with young children? Choose .

With older children, it will be interesting not only to swim, but also to go to beautiful places, go on excursions - choose an inexpensive or more comfortable resort city.

Where there are fewer tourists to relax and swim

For a relaxing holiday, you need to go by car on your own - not necessarily on your own, now it’s easy to rent a car right upon arrival at the airport (use it). As a rule, in such places there are few cafes and shops nearby. But, if you choose the right hotel, then everything will be right on the spot: beach accessories, delicious food, wine ... Calm beaches and clear sea are easy to find in and in some.

And now our list of the best places to go to the sea in Russia:

1. Rest on the Sea of ​​Azov 2020: Golubitskaya, Kuchugury, etc.

In the photo: rest on the Sea of ​​Azov, Kuchugury, sandy beach.

Many do not even suspect that there are such magnificent places in Russia! Away from the hustle and bustle, where there are not so many tourists yet, the beaches are sandy, the sunsets are amazing, and comfortable housing is located right next to the sea - yes, a vacation on the Sea of ​​​​Azov surprises even seasoned tourists who are used to relaxing only abroad.

How to get to the Sea of ​​Azov? By plane - to Anapa airport. Then by taxi, but cheaper: from Vityazevo airport get to the city bus station in Anapa, then by bus to the Fontalovskaya station (this is the sea in Kuchugury).

Private sector and hotels on the Sea of ​​Azov, prices 2020

Rooms in the private sector cost 600-1200 rubles per day for the whole family. There are not so many good accommodations, so the best options are booked in advance. However, if cleanliness and convenience are not critical for you on vacation, then you can easily find many options on the spot.

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Be carefull! If you want to have a good rest, then plan your holiday in advance! Gone are the days when it was possible to rent a good room in the private sector upon arrival - such accommodation is booked several weeks in advance. And on the spot, now you can only rent “illiquid assets” (), which they cannot sell out in advance and are slipped to slow tourists.

How to rent good housing in the private sector and not fall for scammers

Do not trust ads on forums and social networks! Usually they show good photos, and upon arrival they say that they are already occupied, and they offer housing much worse - this is the most common type of fraud in the south of Russia. You only need to shoot verified sites with real reviews - the only way you are guaranteed to get what you book.

For example, the private sector in Golubitskaya - the house "Fairy Tale" - is cheap, comfortable, clean, there is a playground in the courtyard:

There are better hotels too. If you are with a car, then choose with your own beach and away from the crowds of tourists.

A comfortable room with a wonderful sea view will be a bonus. For example, this view of the sea is from the Kuchugury Hotel:

There are a lot of housing options near the sea: from expensive to cheap.

3. Gelendzhik: sandy beaches and holidays with children

It is difficult to think of a better place for a family vacation with children: the beaches in Gelendzhik are sandy, there are many entertainments for children and the largest water park in Russia. Where is the best place to stay and which beach to choose? We have already written in great detail: - choose what you like!

4. Anapa - seaside vacation in Russia, where all inclusive

In Anapa, you can now find a completely civilized vacation. At the same time, the prices for an all-inclusive vacation at sea with a child are quite affordable - low prices are easy to find.

Look for cheap plane tickets in the Search:

For those who are going to Anapa by car or fly on their own, we have prepared - clean rooms with air conditioning, plus cheap hotels with three meals a day, a swimming pool and playgrounds.

5. Crimea: seaside holidays are becoming civilized

Traveling to the Crimea as a savage and staying in sheds, where “conveniences on the street” has long been bad manners, however, as well as on a ticket. “Sovok” is tired of everyone, I want a normal rest. Every year, holidays at sea in Crimea become more comfortable. The most advanced go to Crimea on their own by car, or arrive and rent a car at the airport - this is the secret of a good holiday in the Crimea!

If you still want to have a “wild” vacation, then let it be in beautiful places with good beaches and clear sea. For example, Miami beach, which is located in Olenevka. The only thing is that there are few hotels here, so you need to book in advance. Inexpensive room can be booked without a credit card and with a guarantee in the guest house.

What are the prices in Crimea now? See the latest reviews and photos.
To relax in Crimea inexpensively near the sea, choose one of the best.

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Respectable rest by the sea in Yalta

For those who are accustomed to comfort, there are elite apartments in Yalta in Crimea - with a view of the sea. With such luxury, the price of apartments is much cheaper than in Europe. Therefore, even a luxurious vacation in the Crimea can be considered inexpensive.

You can rent a luxury apartment at least for a birthday - such a gift will definitely not be forgotten!

See prices in Yalta for holidays by the sea

Evpatoria - comfortable hotels, sandy beaches and clear sea

The beaches in Evpatoria are considered among the best in the Crimea. And the Jeval ethno-hotel is one of the most comfortable. Do you want to know what a quality European vacation is? Choose "Jeval". See prices and photos.

Anton: How many traveled around the Crimea, they thought that everyone had already seen it. But the hotel "Jeval" surprised. At first I thought it was overpriced, but we decided to give it a try. And they didn't regret it. This is the best hotel we have ever stayed in! And not only in the Crimea. The feeling that you are in a European resort. Only in Europe for such a hotel will ask three times more. This hotel made our holiday! Now in Crimea only here, there are no other hotels for me.

If the main thing on vacation is a low price, then choose the "Sanatorium Tavria" - all inclusive, inexpensive.

6. Lazarevskoye - rest by the sea near Sochi

In Sochi, seaside holidays can hardly be called cheap. See prices for holidays in Sochi. Can there be something very close to Sochi, but cheaper? Yes!

Arrive at the Sochi airport, and go to the sea to Lazarevskoye. This resort is cheaper, and you can even get to Sochi by public transport, -. To find cheap flights, compare the prices of different airlines in the Search:

If you want a more relaxing holiday at sea, then you should go from Sochi (Adler) airport in the other direction - to Abkhazia.

7. Rest on the sea in Abkhazia - cheap and comfortable!

For those who have read up to this point - we tell about the best place to go in Russia to the sea. Abkhazia is not in the first place on our list only because it is not exactly Russia, it is nearby :) In all other respects, this is the best place where you can go to the sea with a Russian passport. A foreign passport is not needed, rubles are in use, the locals speak Russian.

In Abkhazia, prices are lower, and seaside holidays are more comfortable. There are much more chances to find good beaches and clear sea. In addition, there are fewer tourists on the sea in Abkhazia - the main thing is to drive away from Sukhumi to resort places, and then you can find a very inexpensive vacation on the seashore. Right on the beach!

How to get to Abkhazia

From Moscow or St. Petersburg directly to Sukhumi can be inexpensively reached by train. On the road 38 and 45 hours.
Either from another city in Russia by train or plane to Sochi (Adler) airport, and from there trains and buses go to Sukhumi, the journey takes 2-3 hours.

If you are driving on your own or through a checkpoint at the border across the Psou River, just get out and show your passport and documents for the car. Leave - through the same checkpoint. There are no difficulties at the border, a pure formality.

Where to stay

There are not many modern accommodation options in Abkhazia, mainly the “soviet” private sector, which is easy to book upon arrival. However, there are quite good guest houses and even excellent inexpensive hotels, but it is better to book them in advance in order to get a civilized one for the price of a “wild” vacation. It's possible! Here are some options.

For starters, you can stay near the city of Sukhumi and close to the sea - in the guest house "Rufina" - cheap, but quite comfortable.

We go further, where there are fewer tourists, and we find the Alamys guest house, ideal in terms of price and quality (see photos, reviews and prices), is conveniently located in the resort of Gudauta, near the Black Sea. There are comfortable sun loungers on the beach and there are no other tourists nearby. Clean sea, delicious food. You can admire the sea around the clock from the balcony of the room - you won’t be able to find anything like it on the first line by the sea in Sochi or Lazarevsky.

In addition to the sea, Abkhazia has beautiful nature, delicious wine and food. And the prices! Probably, such low prices for sea holidays in Russia are nowhere to be found. Even a hotel with three meals a day costs 2 times cheaper than in Russia.

Napra in Abkhazia - an inexpensive recreation center with three meals a day

If on vacation you don’t want to think about where to eat, just go to the recreation center “Napra” and relax:

A nice bonus in this hotel is the view of the Black Sea on one side and the mountains on the other. See photos and prices

We also recommend a trip to the magical Lake Ritsa in Abkhazia and see waterfalls and magnificent places along the way. If you don’t have your own car, then contact someone who will help organize everything and take you to the most beautiful places in Abkhazia, and you can arrange a trip directly from Sochi.

Every year we have a rest on the Russian and Abkhazian coasts as a family of three adults and a child. At the same time, for two weeks we do not deny ourselves almost anything and fit into the budget of 75-100 thousand rubles. Perhaps our vacation is not the most luxurious, but quite comfortable and economical.

Where to go?

We choose a place for vacation, rather looking back at the features of a holiday with a child. For example, a sandy beach or small pebbles in Anapa or Azov, by definition, is better than the usual pebble beaches of Krasnodar resorts and Abkhazia.

Getting to Sochi or Abkhazian towns is longer and more expensive, but you can do it without unnecessary transfers. The smaller the settlement, the cheaper the rent will be. But you should be prepared for the fact that, if necessary, you will have to seek medical help in the district center and get to the hospital by taxi. Therefore, we choose small villages near large settlements - vacations are cheaper, there are fewer people on the beaches, but civilization is not far away.

How to get there?

We live in a region where it is not so easy to get anywhere by plane. We do not consider the option of flying with transfers - it is inconvenient with a child and definitely will not fit into the budget. There is no car either, although it’s only a night’s drive to Azov, 14-16 hours to Anapa, and less than a day to Sochi. And even direct trains to the south do not go. Therefore, getting to the resting place is another quest.

Our travel tips for Russian Railways:

We buy tickets 90 days in advance. It is at this time that the pre-sale opens.

We choose a train with air conditioning and a dry closet in advance, take more comfortable seats - in the first compartment near the conductors, with the whole family together

The child is on the bottom shelf. Almost always in a compartment, the lower seats are much more expensive than the upper ones. But taking into account the 65% discount on a children's ticket, it turns out even cheaper than a reserved seat. You can also spend the night in a reserved seat. If the difference in price is still significant, we select trains that leave in the evening and arrive at the place before lunch. With this schedule, you can save money and spend the night in a reserved seat.

We travel from Tuesday to Thursday. It is on these three days of the week that ticket prices are the lowest, because most vacationers leave on Friday-Saturday and return on Sunday-Monday. Due to the dynamic pricing of Russian Railways, a trip on these days will cost more.

Choose "route with transfers". It may turn out that with a change you will get not only cheaper, but also faster, because part of the way can be covered by fast trains. And a special Russian Railways bus will take you to the transfer point much cheaper than a regular regular bus, and exactly at the time of the train's departure.

Buy tickets with cashback. This is one of the most significant vacation expenses, so I always pay only with a cashback card. Having spent 20 thousand rubles, you can return up to 1000 back.

Where to live?

We prefer to stay in guest houses. Hotels, even very budget ones, would not be allowed to meet a modest budget. The ideal option for us is our own apartment, house or bungalow with a kitchen. Booking.com is the most popular site for booking accommodation. But not the only one.

In Sochi, Adler, Anapa and smaller settlements, you can find an apartment on Airbnb.ru. But our experience shows that the owners of most real estate objects, when applying directly, are ready to reduce the price by 10-15% or more. This is the commission that they pay for placing an object on aggregator sites.

You can find the contacts of the owners on the Internet at the address of the guest house. Hotels and guest houses of the Taman Peninsula were collected on the Taman.Ru website. There are specialized sites where only boathouses are collected - there are many of them in the Crimea, in Lazarevsky, Loo and Volkhonka.

A more varied choice on the sites "I want to go south" and "Azur", in addition, there are many objects that cannot be found on Booking. There are reviews, but the prices are lower. For example, in Abkhazia we rented a room for three with a bathroom, air conditioning and a shared kitchen for 2,500 rubles per day. A small house for five with air conditioning, a bathroom and its own kitchen on the Taman coast of Azov cost the same amount. Both options are just a hundred meters from the sea.

Before choosing one or another accommodation option, we looked at Google Panoramas - is the beach clean, is it far from the market and shops, are there noisy bars and discos nearby.

What to eat?

We select good catering options on Google Maps. At properties nearby, you can immediately see the ratings and reviews of other visitors, and sometimes even approximate prices. Compared to the popular Tripadvisor.ru, even very small villages and tiny roadside cafes are marked on Google Maps. Therefore, there are always options for inexpensive and safe catering. And, of course, in any place we look for a cafe on the beach with the most delicious barbecue.

To save money, we always choose a guest house with our own or at least a shared kitchen. Auto travelers can take a multicooker with them. Even if you don’t plan to fully cook on vacation, you can at least have breakfast in your room. Oatmeal and scrambled eggs are much cheaper than any breakfast in any cafe. In addition, mashed potatoes with a cutlet or even dumplings and sausages are much more familiar to children than fatty or spicy local dishes. Therefore, the first place we go is the local food market. It is good if there are chain supermarkets in the village. Even if you don’t go there in everyday life, on vacation they can save a lot. We are also looking for them on Google Maps.

How to have fun?

Most of the unexpected expenses are always related to entertainment. Planning travel and accommodation expenses is much easier. Therefore, we look at the reviews of those objects that will be located nearby in advance, while still at home. Is it worth going to the water park, zoo and dolphinarium, or do they leave much to be desired? But many interesting attractions are absolutely free. For example, on the Azov coast, we like to walk to the estuaries. In the capital of Abkhazia, Sukhumi, we climbed the Sukhumi mountain with an observation deck overlooking the city, the sea and mountains. They also found the preserved castle of King Bagrat of the XII century.

In New Athos, we went up to the Anakopia fortress, visited the Simono-Kananitsky monastery and the grotto of the Apostle Simon the Zealot, passed through the Green Valley with a cascade of waterfalls Three boilers, visited an abandoned railway. And all this is completely free! Moreover, the three-year-old willingly climbed the mountain and walked along the forest paths. The Maps.me application helped us find all the sights nearby and lay out a walking route to them.

When planning a budget vacation, we always evaluate what we are ready to give up. For example, we would rather choose a guest house with a kitchen and next to the sea than a mini-hotel with a pool and its own cafe, but 20-30 minutes walk from the beach. We are ready to spend time traveling by rail rather than by plane, and pay 3-4 times less for it. In addition, the son's great love for trains began from the first trip to the sea. The views outside the window turned out to be more interesting for him than the cartoons on the tablet - he certainly could save money on it.

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