What are the niche tourist cities in Russia?

During the 2018 World Cup in Russia, I believe many people will choose to travel to Russia. In fact, in addition to popular attractions, some small cities in Russia are also very interesting. Let me briefly talk to you below.

Smolensk Смоленск

Smolensk is located in central Russia and is one of the oldest cities in Russia (first mentioned in chronicles in 863 Year). 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 was built 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, economic and educational center of the Volga River Basin. 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, April 6, 2015 Earned the title of City of Military Honor.

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. In 1971, it was awarded the Red Banner Order of Labor and in 2010, it was awarded the title of Military Honor City.

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 central plains of 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 a region connected by canals and creeks. on 11 islands.

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 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. Founded in 1723, it is an important scientific, cultural, industrial and logistics center in the European part of Russia. center. 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 and is the hometown of the great revolutionary Lenin. It was founded in 1648 and was originally named Simbirsk. In memory of Lenin, it was renamed Ulyanovsk in 1924.

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 title of "City of Military Honor" 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.