The difficult geopolitical situation and the ruble exchange rate are forcing Russian tourists to look for alternatives to already beaten routes. Staying abroad has become dangerous. It remains to rest in their native land - the number of tours in Russia increased by 20%. In which city to celebrate New Year 2016, let's try to figure it out.
To help tourists, the Oktogo portal has identified the ten most popular holiday destinations in the Russian Federation, where citizens are going to celebrate the new 2016 year. However, there are no ten places that have long been enjoying well-known fame like Suzdal, Veliky Ustyug and Krasnaya Polyana. All places there have already been sold - they are pre-bought by travel companies. And although in winter you can’t find warm seas in Russia, there is more than enough frost and snowy firs. What else is needed for the New Year mood?
10. Nizhny Novgorod, 2000 rub./day
Nizhny Novgorod is one of the hundred cities in the world that UNESCO recognized as world, cultural and historical value. The city has more than 600 monuments of architecture and history. And the cable car over the Volga is the longest in Europe.
9. Yekaterinburg, 2530 rubles per day
The capital of the Urals offers a lot of entertainment - from trips to the circus, zoo and water park to walks in the snowy park to them. Mayakovsky, where in the New Year will be given many performances.
8. Novgorod the Great, 3,700 rubles per day
For many centuries, the ancient father of Russian cities did not lose his charm. And there is also a reserve of wooden architecture, an interactive exhibition “The Farm Yard”, where visitors can find out more about the life of a peasant family of the century before last, and even an ostrich farm.
7. Yaroslavl, 4000 rubles / day
The pearl of the Golden Ring has recently celebrated its millennium. In addition to visiting museums and participating in festivities, the city offers a number of opportunities for active tourism, including trekking and fishing.
6. Pskov, 2640 rubles per day
Many museums and excursions will allow you to fully get acquainted with one of the oldest and most original cities in Russia. And Pskov is popular with fishermen - the Velikaya River abounds with a wide variety of fish.
5. Kaliningrad, 3430 rubles per day
The most “European” and best city in Russia has prepared an extensive program for the New Year: a theatrical performance will be given on the square, many cafes and restaurants will help to evaluate local cuisine, and all the after-holidays colorful festivals for children and adults will be held on the squares and parks of the city.
4. Kazan, 3700 rub./day
Tatarstan boasts its own Santa Claus, and his name is Kysh-Babai. You can also have a picnic in the woods, ride a sleigh, taste Tatar cuisine and visit an entertaining folklore program with oriental flavor.
3. Moscow, 3850 rubles per day
The capital of Russia offers guests a rich entertainment program. Mass festivals, ice skating, New Year's performances in parks and festivals will create a worthy alternative to the traditional meeting of the coming year on Red Square under the majestic chime of chimes. However, you will have to stock up on alcohol in advance - in the center of Moscow from 7 pm to 8 am you can not buy alcohol.
2. Sochi, 5800 rubles per day
Compared to last year, vacationers in Sochi have increased by 20% - the Olympics had a good impact on the tourist complex and infrastructure. And the mild climate (in winter in Sochi from +6 to +15 degrees) will allow you to take a break from frost. And many hotels and pensions have pools with sea water. A great option for the New Year holidays 2016.
1. St. Petersburg, 3350 rubles per day
And here is the leader of the top ten best Russian cities where the New Year can be celebrated. A mixture of refined aristocracy with a broad Russian soul produce an unforgettable effect on travelers. And the cultural program in the city is rich - from traditional museums and exhibitions to festivals, ice skating, many fairs, and theatrical performances.
