What are the low-cost tourist attractions in Russia?

If you want to travel to Russia but the budget is not enough, you can go to these ten cities. The scenery is beautiful and the consumption is low. Let me give you a brief introduction.

Smolensk

Смоленск

Smolensk is located in central Russia and is one of the oldest cities in Russia ( First mentioned in chronicles in 863). Located about 400 kilometers southwest of Moscow, it has made great contributions to the defense of Moscow in history. It was awarded the title of "Hero City" on May 6, 1985.

The city’s most famous attractions: Smolensk Fortress, Assumption Cathedral, the great composer Glinka’s estate museum, followed by the Archangel Michael Cathedral built in the 12th century. The Church of Peter and Paul in 1146, etc.

Saratov

Саратов

Saratov is located in the European part of Russia, on the right bank of the Volgograd Reservoir. It is the main cultural and economic center of the Volga River Basin. and education centers. Here, there are numerous theaters, museums, art galleries, churches, etc., as well as many ancient architectural monuments.

The city’s most famous attractions: Sabinov Conservatory of Music, Saratov Radishchev Art Museum, followed by some ancient buildings and manor museums in the city’s historical center.

Petrozavodsk

Петрозаводск

Petrozavodsk is the heart of the beautiful Karelia Republic in northern Russia , won the title of City of Military Honor on April 6, 2015.

The most worth visiting in the city are the Onega River Street and the Sculpture Park. Of course, the Odyssey Club Maritime Museum and Kizhi Island cannot be missed.

Tver

Тверь

Tver is a city in the heart of Russia, located on the upper reaches of the Volga River. It was awarded the Red Banner Order of Labor in 1971 and was awarded the Order of Labor in 2010. Awarded military honorary city title.

The most worth visiting in the city are the riverside streets, some royal palaces built during the period of Catherine II, and the Tver State Art Gallery.

Tambov

Тамбов

Tambov is located in the plains of central Russia. It was built in 1636 and was awarded the Order of the Red Banner of Labor.

The city’s main attractions: the bell tower of the Kazan Monastery, the Cathedral of the Transfiguration, the Russian Peasant Monument, and the buildings and churches of Old Tambov.

Astrakhan

Астрахань

Astrakhan is the last large city through which the Volga River flows. It is located in the Volga Delta region and is distributed in There are 11 islands connected by canals and creeks.

Here is the largest and sweetest watermelon in the world, harvested in August. At this time of year, two festivals, "Russian Watermelon" and "Mr. Tomato" are held. Visitors are invited to try the riches of the Astrakhan fields, watch performances and participate in various interesting competitions.

Astrakhan is known as the fish town and is rich in more than 70 kinds of fish such as catfish, sturgeon, and shining sturgeon. For fishing enthusiasts, this is a truly relaxing place. There are dozens of tourist and fishing bases on the numerous small tributaries of the Volga and Akhtuba. You can fish here all year round. Every April, the "Caspian Sea Carp" Anglers' Festival is held here, where fishing fans and athletes from all over the world gather together and it's very lively.

The lotus flowers in Astrakhan are also a wonderful sight. From July to August, you can take a boat along the Volga River to the "Lotus Delta" and see thousands of white and pink lotus flowers blooming in the peaceful scenery. On the river, it's very spectacular!

The city's main attractions: the Kremlin, the State Song, Dance and Ballet Theatre, the Assumption Church, etc.

Kaluga

Калуга

Kaluga is located along the Oka River and its tributaries and has the title of the cosmonaut capital of Russia. In 1967, the world's first space history museum was created here, which is also the largest space museum in Russia. Sergey Korolev and Yuri Gagarin were directly involved in the construction of the museum.

In addition, the city also has many ancient buildings, churches, etc. Along the beautiful Oka River, fishing bases, sunny beaches, etc. are all very good places for leisure and entertainment.

Perm

Пермь

Perm is one of the major cities in the European part of Russia. It was founded in 1723 and is an important city in the European part of Russia. Center for science, culture, industry and logistics. Here, the Diaghilev Cultural and Art Festival is held every year.

Main attractions in the city: Menshikov House, Gribushina House, Perm State Theatre, Perm Circus, Riverside Street, and Perm Pedestrian Street, etc.

Ulyanovsk

Ульяновск

Ulyanovsk is located along the Volga River. It is the hometown of the great revolutionary Lenin and was founded in 1648. , formerly known as Simbirsk, was renamed Ulyanovsk in 1924 in memory of Lenin.

Walking on the streets of Ulyanovsk, you can often see the Lenin Museum, Lenin's former residence, Lenin Street... Lenin's influence is everywhere. The Lenin Memorial Museum is the first Lenin museum in Russia, where Lenin spent his youth.

Bryansk

Брянск

Bryansk is located in the middle of the Eastern European Plain. On March 25, 2010, the then President of the Russian Federation Medvedev awarded the city The honor of "City of Military Honor".

The main attractions of the city: the Immortal Mausoleum and the Monument to Partisan Fighters, the Bryansk Local Chronicle Museum, the Tolstoy Park Museum, and the Drama Theater, etc.