Travel site TripAdvisor has compiled a list of popular attractions around the world according to tourists, from the impressive Burj Khalifa to the stunning Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.
The most famous landmarks in the world
When going on a trip to various countries, tourists think in advance about the route and what attractions are worth visiting.
Below in the article will be a list of attractions that are the most popular, according to TripAdvisor.
The navigable Panama Canal is located in the state of Panama. It consists of two man-made lakes and locks.
The Petronas Towers are located in the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. 
The symbol of Australia is the Opera House in Sydney 
An ancient Mayan city located on the Mexican Yucatan Peninsula 
The oldest temple is Wat Pho. To see it, you need to go to Thailand to the city of Bangkok 
Memorial complexes and ancient temples
Complex in New York (USA) - National Memorial dedicated to the victims of the series of terrorist attacks committed on September 11 
Khalifa Tower, or Burj Khalifa (skyscraper) in the city of Dubai, UAE 
The President Lincoln Memorial is located in Washington DC. 
The Great Wall of China, Mutianyu section, offering magnificent mountain scenery 
Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic. It was built back in the Middle Ages and was called Prague. 
Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, California 
Hagia Sophia (currently a museum), Istanbul, Türkiye 
Alhambra Palace, Granada, Southern Spain. Today it is a museum of Islamic art 
Notre Dame Cathedral in France. Catholic Church in Paris 
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood in the northern capital of Russia - the city of St. Petersburg 
Who hasn't dreamed of flying to France and admiring the beauty of Paris from the Eiffel Tower? 
Prison Island
Alcatraz Island in California. Currently a museum, there were times when this island served as a prison for dangerous criminals. It was impossible to escape from there. 
Milan Cathedral in Italy 
The Catholic Basilica of St. Peter is located in the Vatican 
Grand Mosque named after Sheikh Zayed in Abu Dhabi, UAE 
Taj Mahal in India - mosque-mausoleum 
The city of Machu Picchu in modern Peru 
The largest temple complex, Angkorvoat, is located in Cambodia. 
Brazil is famous for its aromatic coffee, football and the Christ the Redeemer statue towering over Rio de Janeiro. 
Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona, Spain 
Where to go first is up to you.
Each country is famous for its capital. Looking at the map of Moscow, it becomes clear that it occupies an incredibly large area. A significant part of the city is occupied by shops, office enterprises and entertainment centers. Wandering around the city, you can enjoy the incredible beauty of the buildings. Anyone who finds themselves in the capital of Russia for the first time should definitely visit its attractions. In Moscow, you can study the history of the country by looking at ancient architecture, museums and ancient possessions of princes.
The city welcomes guests of any age and at any time of the year. Here you can visit the zoo, park and dolphinarium with your child. And creative people will find themselves at exhibitions and galleries. Many tourists come to Moscow to visit famous estates and parks.
In the summer, you should definitely book a boat trip on the Moscow River. From here it becomes possible to better see many of the sights of Moscow.
Moscow sights list
Many people ask where to buy tickets for such an excursion and how much they cost, so I’m adding a link to the site where you can find all this information -
The main attraction of Moscow is Red Square
Every tourist, being in the capital of Russia, will not be able to return home without visiting Red Square. This place is the real epicenter of the city. A lot of international events take place here.
Red Square On a magical night, this is where the President congratulates him on the New Year. Also, many veterans, military personnel and visitors come here every year to enjoy the solemn Victory Parade.
However, in addition to events on Red Square, there are several popular attractions. One of these masterpieces is the Spasskaya Tower. Even every schoolchild knows about the mausoleum, which is also located here.
Spasskaya Tower Alexander Garden
One of the most beautiful places in Moscow is the Alexander Garden.
Alexander Garden These fountains are located in the protected zone of the World Heritage Site - the Moscow Kremlin near Okhotny Ryad.
Fountains in the Alexander Garden 
Red Square is a national treasure and the pride of not only Muscovites, but also residents of all of Russia.
Like any attraction in Moscow, Red Square has its own history. From the date of its creation, from the end of the 15th century, it was famous as the most important square in Russia.
Red Square is located near the north-eastern wall of the Kremlin. And in the South there is one of the most beautiful churches, named in honor of St. Basil the Blessed. Once upon a time it had a different name - Intercession Cathedral. He will not leave anyone indifferent.
There are many significant places around Red Square. For example, in the northern part you can see the historical museum and the Cathedral of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God. There is also a monument to Minin and Pozharsky. Each place has its own history, which is passed on from one generation to another. You can read about it here.
Moscow Kremlin. View from Sofiyskaya embankment It is Red Square that is visited by the largest number of tourists every day. After all, visiting the sights of Moscow, you can learn about the history of all of Russia.
Of course, the center of Red Square is the Kremlin. It's hard not to notice him. The first walls were laid back in the 12th century. Historians claim that they were originally made of wood. Near it is the bell tower of Ivan the Great. Almost every person has heard about the Tsar Bell and the Tsar Cannon. These famous objects can also be seen here.
Red Square is truly a holy place. After all, the Assumption, Archangel and Annunciation Cathedrals, as well as the Church of the Deposition of the Robe, are located at a short distance from each other.
Armory, Borovitskaya and Vodovzvodnaya towers of the Kremlin Perhaps this is the only place in the country that can unite people of all generations, classes and nations. Residents of Russia treat these places with special pride. And a foreign tourist will definitely express his admiration.
Manezhnaya Square is located near the Kremlin and the Alexander Garden.
Tretyakov Gallery
Every resident of Russia, regardless of what city he lives in, has heard about the Tretyakov Gallery at least once in his life. It can be called one of the most visited places in Moscow. It is visited by a huge number of tourists every day.
Its history began back in 1889. The great artist P.M. Tretyakov collected his most picturesque paintings in one place. At first it was a small exhibition that the whole city came to see. Some paintings are especially popular now.
Today, the gallery contains about 150 paintings. You can also see sculpture and graphics here. Finding the Tretyakov Gallery is not difficult; it is located on Lavrushinsky Lane.
Address of the Tretyakov Gallery: Moscow, Lavrushinsky lane, 10
Directions: Metro “Tretyakovskaya” or “Polyanka”
Operating mode:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday - from 10.00 to 18.00
(box office and entrance to the exhibition until 17.00)
Thursday, Friday - from 10.00 to 21.00
(box office and entrance to the exhibition until 20.00)
day off - Monday
How to get to the Tretyakov Gallery by metro:
Metro "Tretyakovskaya", there is only one exit. Take the escalator to the top. Cross Bolshaya Ordynka Street and you will come across a fast food restaurant building. Turn left. Then turn right - you will find yourself in the Horde dead end. Follow it until the end, until the intersection with Lavrushensky Lane. There you will see the Tretyakov Gallery.
VDNKh - Exhibition of National Economic Achievements
Pavilion No. 1 Central 
The oceanarium at VDNKh in Moscow is the largest in Europe 
Moskvarium - center of oceanography and marine biology 
Ostankino Tower
International business center Moscow City 
There are many places for art lovers in Moscow. In the southern part of the city there is the Tsaritsino estate. This is an incredibly beautiful place.
Here you can stroll through the picturesque park, enjoy the paintings, architecture and nature reserve. Having visited this place at least once, it is impossible to forget its beauty.
Perhaps this is one of the biggest attractions in Moscow. Its area is about 550 hectares and it is under protection.
The Grand Palace is also a significant asset. In it you can learn about the life of the great Empress Catherine II. Various musical events are held on site. There is also a beautiful Musical Fountain here.
Address of the Tsaritsyno estate: st. Dolskaya 1., Tsaritsyno metro station
How to get to the Tsaritsyno Estate Museum by metro:
From the Tsaritsyno metro station (the first car from the center) walk right 10 meters and turn left into the tunnel. Walk along the tunnel for 20 meters and turn left along the stairs to the street. Go through the tunnel under the railway tracks (about 100 meters) and cross the pedestrian crossing. Behind it is the main entrance to the territory of the Tsaritsyno estate.
Another attraction of Moscow is the Novodevichy Convent
In the bend of the Moscow River is the Devichye Pole. The Novodevichy Convent is located on it. Once upon a time, the selection of girls for the Golden Horde took place here.
Previously, this attraction was called the Starodevichiy Monastery. Like all the sights of Moscow, the monastery is a frequently visited place among tourists.
There is a river nearby, so you can enjoy stunning views. Many people come here to relax and unwind. After all, it is recognized as the calmest point in the city.
Address: Moscow, Novodevichy pr., 1, “Sportivnaya” metro station
Opening hours: from 10:00 to 17:30 daily, except Tuesdays, day off. The first Monday of every month is sanitary day.
How to get to the Novodevichy Convent by metro:
Exit from the Sportivnaya metro station in the opposite direction from the exit to Luzhniki. That is, access to Usachev Street, 10th Anniversary of October. From the metro, if you stand with your back to it, walk to the right along 10 Anniversary of October Street for 5-10 minutes.
Church of the Life-Giving Trinity
Bell tower of the Donskoy Monastery 
Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich 
Small Cathedral of Our Lady of the Don 
Sights of Moscow - parks and reservoirs
The capital of Russia is famous not only for its special architecture, but also for its stunning landscapes. Many tourists fill their albums with picturesque photographs. The capital has many green areas, various reservoirs and parks.
On the benches you can meet older people who have decided to take a break from the city noise. In such quiet places there is only a friendly atmosphere. Here you can forget about all the worries, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and merge with nature.
A little about Chistye Prudy...
The most talented people write songs, poems and stories about Chistye Prudy. And not in vain, because this is the brightest place in the capital. Here every corner is filled with a cozy and amazing atmosphere. It is absolutely impossible to meet a person who associates negative thoughts with Chistye Prudy.
It would seem that such a wonderful place has always been calm. But no! There was once a slaughterhouse here, and waste was thrown into a pond, which at that time was called Pogany. At the end of the 17th century, ownership was transferred to Menshikov. It was he who cleared and transformed the area into a picturesque view and built a beautiful church.
This place attracts people for walking, jogging and cycling. In winter you can go ice skating and in summer you can go boating.
Address: Moscow, Chistoprudny Boulevard, Chistye Prudy metro station, Turgenevskaya.
How to get to Chistye Prudy by metro:
Chistye Prudy is located next to the metro station of the same name. Coming out of the metro, you will see a monument to A.S. Griboedov, the park is located right behind him.
The beautiful Botanical Garden located in Moscow is a virtue not only of Russia, but of all of Europe. This is the largest green area. Plants from all over the world are collected here. Each guest can see something unusual for themselves.
There are many specialists working in the garden who create conditions favorable for the plant. Currently, there are more than 10 thousand different plants. Therefore, this place deserves special attention!
Address: Moscow, Botanicheskaya st., building 4, Vladykino metro station, VDNKh
How to get to the Botanical Garden by metro:
Art. m. "Vladykino" - 100 meters from the exit to the South Gate of the garden. Or Art. metro station "VDNKh", then by bus No. 803 or trolleybuses No. 9, 36, 73 to the stop "Hotel Ostankino".
Muzeon Park
Muzeon Park Gorky Park
Every person, even those who do not live in a metropolis, knows about Gorky Park. All parents want to bring their baby here to go on the rides.
Fans of water excursions can treat themselves to a trip on a catamaran. Nearby is the Neskuchny Garden, where an unusual silence reigns for a big city.
Gorky Park often hosts concerts, holidays, and discos, attracting a huge number of spectators.
Address: st. metro Park Kultury or metro station. Oktyabrskaya metro station, st. Krymsky Val, 9.
Opening hours: all days of the week, 24 hours a day. Entrance to the territory is free.
How to get to Gorky Park by metro:
The park is located near the Park Kultury metro station: after leaving the metro, cross the Moscow River along the Crimean Bridge, and it’s a 5-minute walk to the park.
Pedestrian street Arbat
The capital of Russia is capable of breaking the heart of any visitor at first sight. It is impossible to list all the beautiful places and attractions of Moscow. One of them is Arbat Street. This is perhaps the most famous place for walking in Moscow, where street performers show their talent, and artists are ready to paint a portrait of anyone.
Pedestrian street Arbat Arbat Street has quite ancient roots. Historians claim that Arbat was first mentioned in 1493. Previously, there were various trading shops here. Many talented poets held their performances here.
On Arbat, everyone will find something for themselves. Someone will make an unusual purchase, enjoy live music or take a unique photo.
Address : Moscow, st. Arbat, st. metro station Arbatskaya, Smolenskaya
How to get to Arbat by metro:
5-10 minutes walk from the Arbatskaya metro station on the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line. Watch the video.
Poklonnaya Gora
This Moscow landmark is historical in nature. At Poklonnaya Gora, people honor the memory of those who died during the war. It covers an area of more than 100 hectares. In 2010, the Eternal Flame was installed at Poklonnaya Hill. Tourists here visit the Church of St. George the Victorious, the Memory Monument, the Memorial Mosque and other historical sites.
Address: Moscow, Poklonnaya Gora, st. Brothers Fonchenko, 11
How to get to Poklonnaya Gora by metro:
For lovers of romantic walks, there is a unique chance to see the sights of Moscow while traveling on a boat along the Moscow River. This type of excursion is in great demand during the warm season.
A trip on a boat will give every person the most unforgettable experience. Isn't it a dream to enjoy the beauty of the city, the fresh breeze and the sound of the waves?
During the trip you can see architectural monuments, picturesque nature and magnificent embankments. Somewhere in the distance there will be a chance to see the grandeur of the Novospassky Monastery, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Smolensk Metro Bridge, etc.
The ship begins to move from the Kremlin towards Sofievskaya Embankment. Some routes start from Kievsky Station to Kolomensky Park. Experienced guides will introduce travelers to the history of Moscow.
The main zoo in Russia has existed for many years. It was created back in the 18th century and has been very popular ever since. Today the zoo occupies a huge area and there are more than eight thousand animals of 1,100 species.
There are always a lot of tourists here, and of course, among them there are a large number of families with children. Seeing different animals is every child's dream. However, adults will also find a lot of interesting things here. A walk past cages with animals will bring a lot of joy, pleasure and positive emotions.
There is also a beautiful garden with a pond where you can feed the birds. A walk through the Moscow Zoo will definitely leave an unforgettable impression.
Address: Moscow, Bolshaya Gruzinskaya, 1 metro station “Krasnopresnenskaya” (Circle line) and “Barrikadnaya” (Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya line).
Monday is a sanitary day at the zoo.
Opening hours: 10.00 – 17.00 (Box offices open until 16.00)
How to get to the Moscow Zoo by metro:
After entering from the Krasnopresnenskaya metro station, you immediately need to go down into the underground passage and go first straight, and then to the right. When you exit, you will find yourself at the walls of the zoo, the main entrance is located a little to the right.
The city of Moscow is famous for its beauty. There are thousands of beautiful places in it. Guests of the country here will learn about the history of the entire country, thanks to the presence of a large number of attractions. Each street keeps its own history and its secrets, and many of them are named after great people.
View of the park and high-rise building on Kudrinskaya Square in the center of Moscow st. Barricade 
In the capital, newlyweds can stroll through picturesque and romantic places, enjoying their beauty, fashionistas can indulge in great shopping, and beauty connoisseurs can visit world-famous galleries.
Money Museum
The Money Museum is located in Moscow in the building of the Moscow River Shipping Company, near which there is free parking. The excursion can be booked and paid for on the museum’s special website.
At the entrance, a symbol of the Russian ruble is presented, decorated with different coins. The guide tells interesting facts from the history of money circulation.
On a separate display case there are copies of English money in the form of slats with notches, indicating the terminal. For many centuries this money was in use in England. English coins of the 19th century during the reign of Queen Victoria were also called bunch coins because of the image of the royal head on them.
In the 17th century, scale coins were common in Russia, so named because of their appearance resembling fish scales. At the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, Russian money had different nicknames depending on the denomination of the bill. For example, a banknote with the image of Alexander III was called Sashenka, with a portrait of Catherine II - Katenka, and with a portrait of Peter I - Petenka.
In Russia, before the start of the revolution, paper pennies were in use, reminiscent of candy wrappers and Kerensky rubles in honor of Kerensky. If before the revolution a double-headed eagle was depicted on banknotes, then since 1919 the image of a hammer and sickle appeared. A special stand presents pseudo-securities of financial pyramids of the nineties of the 20th century, which are reminiscent of those difficult times when people paid a lot of money for them, but in the end were deceived.
There is a separate place in the museum where, using a spinning wheel, you can view coins from different angles. There are also some coins with different scents on display, but they are located behind a display case and there is no opportunity to smell them. At certain stands you can see banknotes from Asian and African countries, as well as calendar coins and compass coins. At the end of the tour, an Olympiad is held for visitors, where they must answer some questions.
Video guide - the most beautiful places in Moscow
Sights of Moscow photo gallery
Russia is a great and diverse country, its vastness is amazing. There is everything here: from stunning architectural monuments to all sorts of natural attractions, stretching from the Baltic to the Pacific Ocean. What can you see in Russia, what are the most interesting and unusual places that attract tourists from all over the world?
Moscow and St. Petersburg, Siberia, the Dolny East, the Volga region, the Krasnodar Territory, the Russian North, the Caucasus and the Urals are the most famous regions where the most famous ones are concentrated.
A selection of the best sites in Russia will help you get to know the history and culture of the country, which ranks first in the world in terms of territory.
Moscow Kremlin
The Moscow Kremlin is perhaps the main attraction of Moscow. This architectural and artistic ensemble is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The unique museum complex includes museum-cathedrals, the Patriarchal Chambers of the 17th century, the Ivan the Great Bell Tower and the Armory Chamber - a museum-treasury.
The Kremlin museums display unique exhibits. Among them are royal carriages, icons, weapons and armor, state regalia and much more. The residence of the President of Russia is located on the territory of the Kremlin.
Visit to the Moscow Kremlin paid, ticket price 500 RUB, children under 16 years old - free.
If you stay in the city for more than a day, you should take care of overnight accommodation. .
Red Square
Red Square is located in the very center of Moscow and is the heart of Russia. There are unique attractions here. What is the Lenin Mausoleum with a solemn guard, Execution Place, Kazan Cathedral worth.
The square is the main place for ceremonial parades. This is one of the main attractions of Moscow.
Photo source: raskalov_vit.livejournal.com.
The area of the square is not intended for cars, it is a pedestrian zone.
Tretyakov Gallery
The most famous art museum in Moscow is the Tretyakov Gallery. The museum's collection includes more than 100 thousand works of art. The world's largest collection of Russian fine art is presented here. The museum was founded in 1856 by merchant P. M. Tretyakov. The facade of the museum building is made according to the sketches of the artist Vasnetsov.
Entrance ticket: 400 RUB.
Kizhi Island
The open-air Kizhi Museum-Reserve is on the list of the most visited attractions in Russia. 89 unique monuments of wooden architecture are collected here: ancient houses, chapels, mills, churches, barns and other buildings.
The most famous building of the museum is the Church of the Transfiguration, 1714. Its height is 37 meters, it is decorated with 22 domes of different sizes, descending to the ground. And this entire structure was made without a single nail.
Kizhi Pogost is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The island is located on Lake Onega, 68 km from the capital of Karelia, Petrozavodsk.
Photo source: nice-places.com.
Motor ships run to the island, the cost of a two-way trip is 2750 RUB, departure from Petrozavodsk.
Saint Sophie Cathedral
The Hagia Sophia Cathedral in Novgorod is rightfully considered the most outstanding monument of ancient Russian architecture. He is only a few years younger than Sophia of Kyiv, it was she who served as the prototype of the Novgorod shrine. The construction of the temple was carried out by the Novgorod prince Vladimir, the son of Yaroslav the Wise.
The cross of the central dome of the cathedral is crowned with a figure of a dove - a symbol of the Holy Spirit, and while he is there, the city is under his protection.
Photo source: dic.academic.ru.
The cathedral is located on the territory of the Novgorod Kremlin, entrance to the temple free.
Saint Isaac's Cathedral
The St. Isaac's Cathedral Museum-Monument in St. Petersburg is one of the best cathedrals in Europe, and is also one of the main attractions of Russia.
Famous masters of the mid-19th century worked on the interior decoration of the cathedral, including Karl Bryullov, Fyodor Bruni, Vasily Shebuev, Ivan Vitali. Of particular interest are the mosaic paintings, there are about 60 of them. The stained glass windows are no less beautiful - their area is about 28.5 sq.m.
It is possible to climb to the colonnade of the cathedral dome; from a height of 43 meters a beautiful view of the city opens.
Photo source: kvartirka.com.
Comprehensive ticket to the cathedral and colonnade - 400 RUB.
For an overnight stay in St. Petersburg you can use.
Curonian Spit
The Curonian Spit National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located on the Baltic coast. The nature of the spit is diverse and unique; there are deserts and meadows covered with moss and lichen, pine and deciduous forests, swamps and moving dunes.
Photo source: amigo-tours.ru.
The length of the spit is 98 km, the width ranges from 400 to 3800 meters.
One-time pass to visit the park: 250 RUB.
Peterhof Museum-Reserve
Another unique attraction of St. Petersburg. The Peterhof State Museum-Reserve is a palace complex with fountains, gardens and parks. The amazingly beautiful palace and park complex is most famous for its fountains; there are more than 150 of them.
The complex consists of the Upper Garden, the Palace and the Lower Park. One of the main attractions is the Grand Cascade, in the center of which is the figure of Samson tearing the jaws of a lion.
Another decoration of the park - White Nights, they last from mid-May to almost mid-July. The museum is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and is also recognized as one of the wonders of Russia.
Photo source: tonkosti.ru.
Peterhof is located on the shores of the Gulf of Finland, 30 km from St. Petersburg.
Museum admission fee: from 70 to 520 RUB.
Kazan Kremlin
The Kazan Kremlin is the main attraction of Kazan. On the territory of the museum-reserve, Tatar and Russian architecture coexist - this is the Annunciation Cathedral and the main mosque of Kazan Kul Shalif, the Governor's House and the leaning tower of Syuyumbike.
The Kremlin is the official residence of the President of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Photo source: gelio.livejournal.com.
Entrance to the Kremlin territory free. The fee is charged only for visiting museums: from 150 to 250 RUB.
There are a lot of accommodation options in Kazan. .
Sochi Arboretum
The Sochi Arboretum is a monument of landscape gardening art; it houses a unique collection of subtropical plants brought from different parts of the planet. The rose garden is especially popular.
There is a cable car in the park, you can look at all this splendor from a bird's eye view. In 2012, the park celebrated its 120th anniversary.
Photo source: foto.glavbukh.ru.
Admission ticket: 250 RUB.
Lake Teletskoye
The amazingly beautiful Lake Teletskoye is the pearl of Altai. This is one of the deepest lakes on the planet with the purest water and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Photo source: rossija.info.
Local peoples consider the lake sacred. The incredible beauty of these places is mesmerizing; the waterfalls are especially interesting - the most visited is Korbu, its height is 12.5 meters. The entire right bank is part of the Altai Nature Reserve.
Steller Arch
Steller Arch is a unique natural monument of the Kamchatka Territory. It is a symbol of the Komandorsky Biosphere Reserve, located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean between Poludennaya and Gladkovskaya bays. The height of the arch is 20.6 m, formed as a result of natural erosion of the rock.
Photo source: photokamchatka.ru.
Named after its discoverer, the traveler Georg Wilhelm Steller.
Novgorod child
The Novgorod Kremlin (Detinets) is the oldest Kremlin in Russia, its age has exceeded 970 years. It was included in the list of the best attractions in Russia.
On the territory of the Kremlin there is the most ancient temple in Russia - St. Sophia Cathedral, the Vladychnaya (Faceted) Chamber, a monument to the 1000th anniversary of Russia, the Church of St. Andrew Stratelates and other buildings. The total area of the Kremlin is 12.1 hectares.
Photo source: etotam.com.
The Novgorod Kremlin is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Entry price: 190 RUB.
Kungur Ice Cave
The Kungur Ice Cave is the largest karst cave in Russia; it ranks seventh in the ranking of the longest gypsum caves in the world. Its length is 5600 meters, there are up to fifty grottoes and more than 60 lakes.
The air temperature in some grottoes does not rise above zero degrees. The approximate age of the cave is 10-12 thousand years, located in the Urals in the Perm region. The length of the route equipped for tourists is 1500 meters.
Photo source: russia.ksio.ru.
Entrance fees: from 600 to 1000 RUB.
Dombay
Dombay is one of the oldest ski resorts in Russia. It is located at the foot of the Main Caucasus Range at an altitude of 1620 meters in the valley.
Photo source: a-tours.com.
Beautiful nature and fairly developed infrastructure attracts numerous tourists; the season lasts from November to May.
Boxwood Falls
The picturesque Boxwood Falls attract many tourists every year. The waterfalls are located on the Eastern Dagomys River, surrounded by relict forests. The river flows through the gorge, forming cascade waterfalls. Near each of them there are depressions with clear water in which you can swim.
Photo source: openarium.ru.
The highest waterfalls reach a height of 5 meters. The waterfalls are located a few kilometers from Sochi, near the village of Baranovka.
Diamond quarry "Mir"
Yakutia is home to one of the world's largest diamond quarries, Mir. The giant crater, 525 meters deep, is literally mesmerizing, and the quarry is especially impressive from a bird's eye view.
Photo source: free-eyes.com.
Diamonds have been mined here for more than 50 years, the largest was found in 1981 - 324.5 carats. In 2001, development was stopped and the quarry was mothballed.
Krasnoyarsk pillars
The Krasnoyarsk Pillars Nature Reserve is located in the spurs of the Eastern Sayan Mountains on the right bank of the Yenisei. Local rocks resemble pillars; they are narrow and high: from 60 to 600 m. In total, there are about a hundred pillars of gray-pink granite, most of them have their own names.
Photo source: feelek.livejournal.com.
The approximate age of the pillars is from 450 to 600 million years.
Elbrus
Mount Elbrus is the most famous and highest peak in Russia. Its height is 5642 meters and is part of the Caucasus Range.
You can reach the top by cable car to a level of 2950 meters, from here an amazing panorama of the Caucasus opens.
Photo source: outdoorukraine.com.
This is a great place for ski lovers; there are slopes of various difficulty levels.
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A brief overview of the world's attractions with names and photos
In the last article we talked about and now we want to talk about the attractions. This diverse list intertwines cultural, historical and natural monuments known throughout the world. New wonders of the world to replace ancient monuments that have untimely sunk into oblivion are worth paying due attention to each of them.
Machu Picchu, Peru
“The Vanished City of the Incas” at an unreal altitude of 2500 meters is a truly mysterious and awe-inspiring place. The city was founded by the great Inca ruler Pachacutec in 1440. History claims that this was a sacred place of the Inca civilization, and after a hundred years all the inhabitants mysteriously disappeared. No one knows the reasons why the residents abandoned their homes, and where they themselves went. The only reliable fact is the invasion of the Spaniards into the territory of the Incas in 1532. But in Machu Picchu, the colonists did not find a single person, despite the thriving infrastructure and residential buildings.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, UAE
Among the best sights in the world, the photo of which does not convey the grandeur of the buildings, includes the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in the capital of the Emirates. The incredible snow-white structure occupies a huge area, abounds in wealth and welcomes everyone into its mansions, regardless of faith or unbelief. The floor of the mosque is covered with white patterned marble, the walls are inlaid with gold, and the minarets pierce the sky with needle-sharp golden spiers. The design of the mosque illustratively illustrates the untold wealth of the Emirates themselves and the state’s love for luxury.
Bayon Temple Complex, Siem Reap, Cambodia
What is of interest is not so much the temple itself, but its unique stone towers, silently looking down from their height onto the entire city and surrounding area. Moreover, they are watching - in the most literal sense. The stone sculptures are carved with faces that would be the envy of modern sculptors. Being surrounded by omnipresent faces, you involuntarily experience both admiration and awe. Initially, there were 54 columns here, but only 37 have survived to this day.
Ancient city of Petra, Jordan
Lost among the endless sandy mountains in the Wadi Musa valley is the majestic city of Petra, whose architecture amazes with its monumentality and eternity. It is enough to visit a unique city to understand that these very, very sights of the world deserve the venerable right to be on the list of the best. The fortress grew out of several shallow caves in the rocks, which were used by ancient nomadic tribes as a temporary habitat. Petra is well preserved because there was and is only one entrance to the city - through a deep narrow gorge, where it is impossible to pass unnoticed. However, today guests are greeted not by the arrows and stones of the enemy, but by the hospitality of the Bedouins living on the territory of Petra.
Great Wall of China, China
The grandiose landmark of China is traditionally one of the world's famous landmarks and is the longest defensive structure. Its length is about 8 thousand kilometers, and according to some sources - all 10 thousand. It continuously crosses the entire territory of China and falls into the ocean. Why and how such a huge wall was erected still remains a mystery. The most interesting place to admire its grandeur is at the Mu Tian Yu site, which is the most well restored and open to the public.
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Taj Mahal, India
The Taj Mahal temple complex is one of the modern wonders of the world. Its fascinating history is covered in myriads of romantic legends and tales, and the beauty of the structure defies verbal description. The world's most magnificent sights (photos with titles) pale in comparison to the breathtaking grandeur of the Taj Mahal. The complex is personified with eternal boundless love; it was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz, who tragically passed away during a difficult childbirth.
Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Literally translated, Alhambra means “Red Castle”. The muted red color of the sun-dried clay from which the castle walls are built fully justifies this name. According to another version, the castle was called red during its construction, which was carried out around the clock. At night, the site was illuminated by the lights of thousands of “red torches,” the reflections of which gave the structure a mystical red hue. - the most majestic Moorish building in Spain, telling about the times of invaders and colonialists more clearly than any historical manual.
Milan Duomo, Italy
Dozens of sharp Gothic spiers pierce the endless Milanese sky in the main city square. The Duomo Cathedral is the best example of Gothic architecture in Italy, the construction of which took place over 4 centuries, starting from the end of the 14th century. The cathedral's spiers are not only the most beautiful landmarks in the world, but also some of the largest on the planet. Their height is more than 100 meters, and the tallest is crowned with a golden statue of the Madonna, which is clearly visible from many areas of Milan. Like a guardian angel, she protects the townspeople from evil and misfortune.
Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
Another greatest example of Gothic architecture is in Barcelona by the great creator Antonio Gaudi. Construction of the temple is still underway, although the author himself has long been dead. There is a belief that when the Sagrada Familia is built, the end of the world will come. This may be why the workers are actually in no hurry to complete the project. And the official version of the long-term construction is that construction is being carried out exclusively at the expense of parishioners.
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, USA
At the time of completion in 1937, Golden Gate was the largest suspension bridge on earth, which automatically places it among the world's top attractions. Why is the bridge called a gate? The answer can be obtained by looking at the Golden Gate from above (or from an interactive map). The bridge is the gateway for the Pacific Ocean to the calm waters of San Francisco Bay. By the way, “golden” is also not just a beautiful epithet. When the sun's rays fall on the red structure of the bridge at a certain angle, it really shimmers with gold - a truly stunning sight, especially in the shroud of clouds or fog that quite often covers San Francisco.
Chichen Itza, Mexico
The remains of the former greatness of the powerful Mayan civilization are best revealed to us in the form of the pyramids and temples of Chichen Itza - an ancient settlement with a rich history and an immense amount of secrets. The reasons for the oblivion of such a powerful colossus still concern the minds of world historians, which is why Chichen Itza is very popular and takes a well-deserved place in the TOP attractions of the world. The main monument of the Mayan era is the Temple of Kukulcan, which is a stepped pyramid 24 meters high. Judging by this and other settlement structures, the Mayans were excellent mathematicians, engineers and astronomers.
Christ the Redeemer Statue, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The majestic Christ Monument blesses the Brazilian capital with open arms from a height of 800 meters. This grandiose structure is ahead in popularity and gives a head start to many attractions around the world. Several million tourists from all over the world come to the foot of the statue every year to admire the breathtaking view of the city and the picturesque bay.
Angel Falls, Venezuela
The stream of water falling from a height of more than 800 meters can already be felt from afar as splashes on the skin. And its noise can be heard from a great distance. Angel Falls, hidden from prying eyes in the jungles of Venezuela, was discovered quite recently, in 1935, the road to it is so inaccessible and difficult. The waters of the Angel fall from the heights of Mount Tepuy, which translated from the local dialect means Devil's Mountain. A very appropriate name for a sheer rock formation in the heart of the hot South American tropics.
Opera House, Sydney, Australia
Snow-white lotus petals or shells in panoramic photographs of Sydney cannot be confused with anything else. The most popular attractions in the world, including takes pride of place, attract attention with just their appearance. Travelers planning to visit Australia should definitely include this building in their trip itinerary, because it is a symbol not only of Sydney, but of the entire country, although it appeared relatively recently.
Shwedagon Pagoda, Myanmar
The luxurious inverted begging bowl, every inch of which is lined with gold, is the largest pagoda in the country. Its territory occupies about 5 hectares, shining with luxury, wealth and Buddhist wisdom. Here you can meet griffins and lions, dragons and elephants decorating and protecting Shwedagon. Just the sight of the spiritual abode of Myanmar brings about enlightenment and harmony in the soul and body.
So you have met the most magnificent world monuments. This brief description of the world's attractions will not reveal all their sparkling facets, but will help you decide on the choice of place for your next exciting vacation. Travel and experience the world in all its diversity and beauty!
Compiling a list of the main attractions of Russia is not an easy task. After all, how is it possible to choose 25, 50 or even a hundred of the most worthwhile ones from the stunning variety of natural, architectural and cultural monuments of the country? But we will still try to compile such a list.
In this article you will find information about the main attractions of Russia, with photos, names and descriptions. See how amazing and multifaceted the largest country on the planet is!
The most important attractions of Russia: the problem of choice
Russia, due to its colossal area, has enormous excursion and tourism potential. And this potential has not yet been fully explored by the Russians themselves. There is absolutely everything here: the deepest lakes, the highest mountain peaks, arctic deserts, geysers, volcanoes, waterfalls, caves... In addition, Russia is a state with an incredible architectural and cultural heritage.
The lists of the main attractions of Russia are very different from each other. And this is not at all surprising, given the colossal volume of monuments, places and objects from which you have to choose! Each author has his own vision of which sights of Russia are the most important and most interesting.
26 objects on the territory of the Russian Federation are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List: including 16 names according to cultural criteria, and 10 according to natural ones. Moreover, four objects are recognized by the organization as “natural phenomena of exceptional beauty and value.”
Thus, the main natural attractions of Russia (according to UNESCO) are the volcanoes of Kamchatka, the virgin forests of Komi, Lake Baikal, as well as the Putorana plateau with a full range of pristine arctic and subarctic landscapes. Overall, the country ranks ninth in the world in terms of the total number of World Heritage sites.
The main attractions of Russia: photos with names (TOP-25)
How many unique and beautiful places are there within the largest country in the world? It is almost impossible to answer this question. It is very difficult to count all the most important attractions of Russia. Even more difficult is to rank them in order of importance and value.
Below we have compiled a list of 25 main attractions in Russia. You will find photos with descriptions of all these objects further in our article. We will also try to explain why they made it to our list.
Foreign tourists, as a rule, begin their acquaintance with Russia by visiting Moscow and St. Petersburg. But many of them forget to “look” into no less interesting and original cities - Suzdal, Vladimir, Vologda or Kostroma. Even fewer tourists go to Altai, Kamchatka, Karelia... When compiling a list of the main attractions of Russia, we tried to expand the geography of the country as much as possible, including objects from various regions.
So, our list includes the following objects:
- Moscow Kremlin.
- Lake Baikal.
- Trans-Siberian Railway.
- Valley of Geysers in Kamchatka.
- Mountain Elbrus.
- Hermitage Museum.
- Peterhof.
- Kizhi churchyard.
- Memorial "Motherland" on Mamayev Kurgan.
- Gerhardt's mill in Volgograd.
- Lena pillars.
- Man-Pupu-Ner plateau.
- Fortress "Oreshek".
- Palace Bridge in St. Petersburg.
- Curonian Spit.
- Derbent fortress.
- Diamond quarry "Mir".
- Marble Canyon Ruskeala.
- Amber Museum in Kaliningrad.
- Mosque "Heart of Chechnya".
- Oymyakon village.
- Nevyansk Leaning Tower.
- Lace Museum in Vologda.
- Trinity-Sergius Lavra.
- Moscow subway.
And now we invite you to take a closer look at the main attractions of Russia!
Moscow Kremlin
The Kremlin can perhaps be called the main attraction of Russia. This grandiose fortress, occupying an area of 27 hectares in the very center of Moscow, is a unique symbol of Russian power. It was built at the end of the 15th century. In the immediate vicinity of the Kremlin there is St. Basil's Cathedral, stunning in its beauty and originality, as well as the mausoleum in which the body of the fiery revolutionary Vladimir Ilyich Lenin rests.
Lake Baikal
The deepest and cleanest body of water on the planet is located in Russia. This is Lake Baikal. Its maximum depth is 1642 meters. The lake contains about 20% of the world's fresh water! But Baikal is famous not only for its impressive statistical records. The “Pearl of Siberia” boasts incredibly picturesque shores. In addition, only here (and nowhere else on the entire planet) can you taste the most delicious fish - the Baikal omul.
Trans-Siberian Railway
The best way to enjoy the views of Lake Baikal is from the windows of a train that goes around the reservoir along the famous Trans-Siberian Railway. This is the longest railway in the world (9288 km) and one of the main attractions of Russia. In a word, a unique object and an invaluable engineering and technical monument! Today, fast train No. 002M Moscow - Vladivostok runs on the Trans-Siberian Railway. He covers this impressive distance in 6 days, 7 hours and 10 minutes. Due to the enormous duration of the route, the train cars are equipped with refrigerators, electric stoves, showers and other necessary things.
Valley of Geysers
The Russian Far East is an amazing region, within which a huge number of beautiful and unusual natural monuments are concentrated. One of these is the Valley of Geysers, located in Kamchatka. The largest geyser field in Eurasia has two dozen springs, which from time to time push out jets of boiling water along with clouds of hot steam. Fantastic spectacle! You can only get here by helicopter and with a guide. Independent “wild” trips of tourists to the valley are strictly prohibited.
Mountain Elbrus
If we are already talking about natural monuments, then we cannot fail to mention this object. Mount Elbrus is, without a doubt, considered one of the main attractions of Russia. The photo of the highest peak in the country amazes with its grandeur and severity. But this does not stop thousands of daredevils who want to conquer it. Among them there are both beginners and very experienced climbers. The absolute height of Elbrus is 5642 meters. You can get to the 3800 m mark by cable car, which makes the task very simple.
Hermitage
The Hermitage is one of the most famous museums on the planet, which recently celebrated its 250th anniversary. Its collections contain over three million exhibits - paintings, sculptures, fragments of ceramics, jewelry... You name it! Few people know that the Hermitage began as a private collection of paintings by Catherine II, and access to it was closed to “ordinary mortals” until 1852.
Peterhof
After viewing the Hermitage exhibitions in St. Petersburg, it would be foolish not to stop by Peterhof, located just 30 kilometers from the Northern capital. The magnificent royal residence of Peter the Great with a park, magnificent fountains and sculptures has been preserved here. It was built in the middle of the 18th century according to the design of the famous architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli.
Kizhi Pogost
From a distance, the architectural ensemble on Kizhi Island on Lake Onega resembles a skillful craft made from matches. A rough bell tower, a massive fence and an openwork 22-domed church, built with only one ax - all this is today under the protection of UNESCO.
Mamayev Kurgan and “Motherland”
The Battle of Stalingrad is a key page in the history of World War II. A large-scale memorial complex dedicated to this event was opened in Volgograd in 1967. The main object of the memorial is the huge statue “The Motherland Calls,” made of 5.5 thousand tons of concrete and 2.4 thousand tons of metal. The total height of the monument is 86 meters. And the sword that “Motherland” militantly holds in her hand weighs 14 tons.
Gerhardt's Mill
On our list of the main attractions of Russia there are two objects that are directly related to the Great Patriotic War. And both of them are located in the same city - Volgograd. The dilapidated Gerhardt mill is an ancient brick building of blood red color. During the Battle of Stalingrad it was damaged by numerous attacks and bombings. But it survived. They did not restore the mill - they left it as is, as a reminder of that terrible and merciless war.
Lena pillars
The Lena Pillars in Yakutia are a unique geological phenomenon, a series of bizarre vertical rocks stretching for many kilometers along the bed of the Lena River. The height of individual “pillars” reaches one hundred meters. The natural monument is located far from civilization, but there are two camp sites where travelers can stay overnight.
Man-Pupu-Ner plateau
A plateau with a rather exotic name is located within the Komi Republic. From the Mansi language it can be translated as follows: “small mountain of idols.” Idols are indeed present here. But it was not man who created them, but nature. These are five weathering pillars 30-40 meters high. According to legend, these are petrified giants, according to science - the remains of ancient rocky mountains that existed in this place about 400 million years ago.
Fortress "Oreshek"
A unique and impregnable fortress is located on a tiny island on the Neva. It was founded back in 1323 by Moscow Prince Yuri Danilovich. The stronghold has the shape of an irregular triangle and consists of five towers connected by walls. The Oreshek fortress was badly damaged during the Second World War. For 500 days, a handful of Soviet soldiers defended it from fascist troops, preventing the latter from crossing to the right bank of the Neva and cutting off the so-called road of life.
Palace Bridge
Drawbridges and white nights are, perhaps, the main associations that arise in a tourist’s head when he mentions St. Petersburg. The most popular and most photographed in the Northern capital is the Palace Bridge. Against the backdrop of the spire of the Peter and Paul Fortress, it looks magnificent! During the summer navigation period, the Palace Bridge is opened twice a day: at 1:25 and at 3:10.
Curonian Spit
A sand spit almost a hundred kilometers long connects two cities - Russian Zelenogradsk and Lithuanian Klaipeda. This is a real open-air museum of natural areas! Driving along the spit, you can see various landscapes: meadows, swamps, birch groves, pine forests and even deserts. Coming to the Curonian Spit, all tourists certainly visit two sites - the famous Efa dune and the so-called Dancing Forest.
Derbent fortress
Derbent is one of the oldest settlements in the world. The first mention of it dates back to the sixth century BC. In 2003, the historical part of the city was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Derbent fortress is just a fragment of a grandiose defensive system that in ancient times protected the peoples of Transcaucasia from northern nomads.
Diamond quarry "Mir"
Right on the outskirts of the city of Mirny (Yakutia) there is a giant sinkhole with a perfectly round outline. This is the appearance of an exhausted diamond quarry. A deposit of the most valuable stone was discovered here in 1955. The city of Mirny itself soon grew near the quarry. The dimensions of the crater are impressive: the diameter of the “hole” is 1200 meters, and its depth is 525 m.
Marble Canyon in Ruskeala
Another fantastic man-made object is located in the Ruskeala natural park in Karelia. Once upon a time, marble was actively mined here: the valley of the Tokhmayoka River was densely dotted with a system of quarries and adits. When stone mining stopped, the quarries very quickly filled with water, turning into incredibly picturesque lakes with marble shores. An interesting fact: many historical buildings and churches in St. Petersburg are faced with local marble.
Amber Museum
About 90% of the world's amber production occurs in Russia, in particular in its Kaliningrad region. Therefore, it is not surprising that there is a “sun stone” museum in Kaliningrad. It is located in the city center, in a rounded fortress tower from the 19th century. The total area of the museum halls is impressive - 1000 square meters. Here you can see various samples of amber, interesting inclusions, paintings, boxes, dishes, watches and other products made from this stone.
"Heart of Chechnya"
One of the most beautiful and largest mosques in the world is located in the city of Grozny. It is located on the banks of the Sunzha, surrounded by colored fountains. It becomes incredibly beautiful here in the dark, when the night lighting turns on. The “Heart of Chechnya” mosque was built in 2008. The highlight of the mosque is its 36 magnificent chandeliers. The largest of them follows the shape of the main Islamic shrine, the Kaaba from Mecca. It took about three kilograms of gold and over a million Swarovski crystals to create all these chandeliers.
Oymyakon village
Are you complaining about the winter cold and severe frosts? Be thankful that you don’t live in Oymyakon! This small village in Yakutia is called the “Pole of Cold”. In the winter months, the air temperature here is between 40-50 degrees. With a minus sign, of course. Although in summer the air can warm up to +30 Celsius. The severity of the local climate is explained by several factors: its location in the subpolar latitudes, significant distance from the ocean and a fairly high absolute altitude (740 meters above sea level). The officially registered minimum air temperature in Oymyakon is -69.6 degrees.
Nevyansk Tower
Russia also has its own “Leaning Tower of Pisa”. It is located in the city of Nevyansk, Sverdlovsk region. The Nevyansk Tower was built in 1732. Its height is 57 meters, and its deviation from the vertical is almost two meters. Why and when exactly the tower tilted is unknown.
Lace Museum
The museum's exhibitions tell about the history of the development of the traditional artistic craft of Vologda - lace making. Products dating back to the 17th century are located here. In 2015, the Lace Museum in Vologda entered the top ten best museums in Russia.
Trinity-Sergius Lavra
The largest Orthodox monastery in Russia is located in Sergiev Posad. The year of its foundation is 1337. For a long time, the monastery was a stronghold of Moscow rulers in the fight against the Tatar-Mongols. The architectural ensemble of the Lavra took shape over four centuries. The best architects of the country took part in its creation.
Moscow subway
The final attraction on our list is the Moscow Metro - one of the largest and most beautiful in the world. Excursions along the capital's metro are very popular among foreign tourists. The Moscow Metro is a real art museum! Many stations amaze with the splendor and richness of their interior decoration.
Finally…
In this article we have listed all the main attractions of Russia. Of course, our list does not claim to be completely objective and accurate. Each reader will undoubtedly be able to add several of their own objects to this list. And he will be absolutely right!
