Russia: 3 Cities You Didn’t Know You Should Visit

Russia always leaves us speechless with the alternation in landscapes and beauty. The different traditions and turbulent life over the centuries are magnificent. Cities and villages have nothing to envy of the glamor of Moscow. Put your best smile together with the Matryoshka (babushka) of your heart and live the fairytale dream in majestic Russia as you read this article introducing you to three of the most unexpected treasures of Russia.

1. Krasnodar 

   Krasnodar is on the right bank of the largest North Caucasus river, the Kuban. The most interesting geographical fact about Krasnodar is that it is located on the 45th parallel, between the North Pole and the equator. This latitude is also called the “line of life” since it provides ideal climatic conditions for people to live. Unofficially Krasnodar is called the capital of northern Russia.The central Parisian street of Krasnodar (Krasnaya Street) is filled with movie theaters, theaters, restaurants, and shops. Artists and musicians play in this street or paint as in Montmartre in Paris. This is an ideal spot to start exploring the city. Many museums and galleries complement the cultural feast of the avenue. The Museum of Fine Arts is another hot spot. There is an exhibition gallery from the beginning of the 20th century and the oldest of its kind throughout the North Caucasus. Apart from art, there are also retro cars. You can admire dozens of unique vintage and perfectly preserved classic Soviet cars.

2. Vladivostok 

   Vladivostok is a major port in Russia overlooking the Golden Horn Bay near the borders of China and North Korea. It is well known as the terminal of the Trans-Siberian Trans-Siberian Railway, which connects the city with Moscow in 6 days. From here also whistles the stationmaster for the journey to Mongolia and the capital of China, Beijing.On the city’s main square (Bortsov Revolutsy) stands a towering monument, a tribute to the soldiers who fought Japanese forces in the early 20th century to defend eastern Siberia. The most photographed point of Vladivostok is the Golden Horn Bay or, in Russian, Zolotoi ROG. The twin brother of the Gulf of Istanbul is located miles away in the depths of Russia. The Strait separating mainland Vladivostok from Russky Island has also taken this name from the city, “Eastern Bosphorus.” There is the majestic monolith building Bely Dom. Before you recover from the excitement, a World War II submarine s-56 emerges. Today it works as a museum to impress all visitors.

3. Irkutsk 

   Russia never stops surprising us. The impregnable place recorded in human consciousness as an endless glacier is strewn with unique ornaments. Irkutsk is one such example. It boasts of its aristocratic elegance and refined beauty—an Imperial scientific and cultural center located on the edge of the world’s deepest-cleanest lake, Baikal. Irkutsk is a must-see destination for travelers who want to experience Siberia. A city that delivers ”Savoir Vivre” lessons to all of humanity, despite being a place of exile. It was from Irkutsk that all exiles set out for the snowy depths of Russia.The center of Irkutsk retains the traditional wooden architecture that adorns various colors of the whole city of Russia. Cathedrals, houses, buildings, and the statue of the unknown Cossack (founder of the city) above the Bank of Angara will captivate you. Whatever season you are in this city, the riverside setting is always idyllic. Walk on the bank, gazing at the unique spectacle on the benches or outdoor cafes, even in the harsh winter. A real traveler could not miss the Central Market of Irkutsk—a huge flea market with local products. For lovers of cultural heritage, do not miss the largest in Siberian Art Collections, The Museum of Fine Arts.

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