Where to go for impressions: 5 Ideas for a holiday in Russia

Things to do in Karelia, why and what should go in Kaliningrad, where to go for a unique spiritual experience and an authentic Italian cheese? I have prepared a few ideas for a short but enjoyable stay in Russia. They like gourmets, aesthetes, adherents of a healthy lifestyle and everybody who wants to know their country from an unexpected quarter.

1. Karelia: learn the history of Russian monasteries and famous Soviet camps at Solovki

Go to Karelia better in the summer, but you need to book tours in advance, because the season in the region is short and unique adventure hunters to much.

In your itinerary must be three points: Kizhi, Valaam and Solovki. On these small islands are located the main sights of Karelia. Due to the abundance of ancient monasteries, cathedrals and churches you may think that I suggest you to make the pilgrimage, but it is, above all, history and unique architecture, and only then religious sites.

Before the trip to the Solovetsky island will not be superfluous to learn about the history of the most famous Soviet camp, and even better to check out the "Resident" Prilepina or something of Solzhenitsyn, to feel the atmosphere. At this point, miraculously intertwined history of Russian monasticism and Soviet prisoners, as best he tells Solovetsky museum complex.

The final argument in favor of visiting Karelia - the nature of the Russian North: dangerous, capricious and charming. On his way you will meet the picturesque views of Lake Ladoga, man-made marble canyon, waterfalls Ruskeala, Karelian birch, and of the White Sea, of course. You can take a tour ready for 4-5 days, they often depart from Petrozavodsk. In addition, from Peter's easy to reach the city of Kem, where the ship goes to the Solovetsky Islands.

2. Kaliningrad listen to the biggest organ in Europe and enjoy the German Properties

Go to the most western city of Russia better on their own, only to take into account all the nuances of the geography of our great country, when you choose the transport.

Kaliningrad attractions are not concentrated in the center and scattered throughout the city. What you should definitely see: areas of old German villas Amalienau or Maraunenhof. Why else go to Kaliningrad, if not for the beautiful European species?

Be sure to visit on the island of Kant and see the cathedral with the largest organ complex in Europe.

When completed the race on the main places of Kaliningrad, go to the area. Do not try to leave this beautiful place, not looking at the Curonian Spit and visited Svetlogorsk.

To Kaliningrad is not difficult to get to by train from Moscow or St. Petersburg, but the tickets are sold only at the travel document. The easiest option - to fly by plane, there you have enough conventional Russian identity. Go to Kaliningrad by car is interesting, but not easy: it seems decided to exchange abroad on the journey home, and you still need to execute "Schengen" and documents on transport.

3. Sochi pass yoga courses and meditation

One of the best ways to combine summer vacation with health and self-development - Festival "Happiness", which takes place in Sochi to Krasnaya Polyana. Eight days - from July 28 to August 4, you will live in the resort, "Rose Farm" near the cable car, the embankment of the river, the mountain lake and the sea.

This year festival organizers have prepared seven courses from well-known in Russia and in the world of teachers and trainers. You can pick your program: practical courses on yoga, breathing exercises and meditation, training on the attainment of self-reliance and empowerment. There are also courses for children and teenagers.

Participate in activities can people of all skill levels. If you have never done yoga and spiritual practices - this is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the atmosphere, relax and be filled with energy.

In his spare time, you razvlecheshsya courses at concerts, master classes, go to the fair useful goods for health, rested in the art space with vegetarian cuisine and polyubueshsya on a laser show in the mountains. The hotel organizes a daily shuttle to the sea.

Groups of two people can buy tickets for the festival at a discount, so feel free to take it with the whole family. For children there is a games room and baby-seater, so that they, too, will not be bored.

The event is held humanitarian organization "Art of Living". "Happiness" - charity festival. When buying a ticket, you are helping children with disabilities.

Learn more about the festival

4. Tver region: try the real Italian cheese on the farm

In the 2000s he settled near Tver hereditary cheesemaker Italian Pietro Mazza. I do not know where they cooked cheese Mazza previous seven generations, but Pietro in the Russian hinterland has got love in the face of Russian beauty Jeanne. Pietro decided that milk cows cheese Tver come out at least the Italian, the main thing - to observe the authentic recipes and techniques that have any hereditary cheesemaker.

Now the family Mazza not only sells cheese, but also engaged in agricultural tourism. Guests can enjoy a rest at an inn in the Italian style, will hold a tasting of individual immersion in the history of each cheese, and feed a variety of Italian dishes. In general, try Buratti, seized kachiottoy relish ricotta and mozzarella in the way do not forget to grab.

5. North Ossetia: see the "City of the Dead" and the mountain communities

Not far from Dargavs village in the Prigorodny district of North Ossetia-Alania is a medieval necropolis or "city of the dead." The road to it along the steep mountain serpentine - an adventure, but what will look further, it is worth all the dangers of the way.

"City of the Dead" is about hundreds of small white stone towers with dark pyramidal roofs. These tombs were here in the 17-18 centuries.

After leaving the Kolka glacier in 2002 to reach Dargvasa has become more difficult, but it does not stop the tourists. This place is overgrown with many legends, secrets and mysteries, but it is worth visiting because of the unusual scenery and impressive atmosphere.