Nowadays traveling to Russia is becoming a trend! Russia is one of the most wonderful countries in the world to visit. There are many destinations, which attract thousands of people to Russia every year, and first of all of cause “two capitals”, the current one – the capital of Russian Federation, and the old one – Saint Petersburg. Russian travel would be a merry-making event for you. Before you Travel to Russia, you must book your accommodation in any of the Russian hotels. Some of the agencies can assist you with booking the hotel – note that when you book it, you do not have to pay immediately; you can make the payment or cancel your reservation within five working days prior your arrival. Cancellations which are made in advance usually go without any charges.
There are many agencies in Russia to offer you hotel reservation services and there are many hotels of all budgets. With a help of your travel agent you can find whatever you need – budget two-star hotel or luxury five-star hotel all over the county. The hotels like Armenia Hotels, Azerbaijan Hotels, Belarus Hotels, Georgia Hotels, Kazakhstan Hotels, Kyrgyzstan Hotels, Latvia Hotels, Lithuania Hotels, Tajikistan Hotels, Turkmenistan Hotels, Ukraine Hotels, and Uzbekistan Hotels offer the visitors fantastic accommodations. Since most of the travel agencies have good relationship with the hotels, they can get you substantial hotel discounts. The agents will provide you 24-hour customer service until you successfully complete your trip.
When you arrive to the airport in Russia, it is better to have your transfer to the Hotels booked in advance as well. You can stay in the hotel for the rest of the day for leisure and relaxation. The next day your adventure of exploring the city starts.
The city of white nights, Saint Petersburg, is one of the most splendid cities in the world. It is the second largest city in Russia after Moscow, and it is the most significant city in terms of culture. The Winter Palace, which accommodates the Hermitage Museum, is a beautiful site to visit. The leading role in this unique architectural ensemble is played by the Winter Palace, the residence of the Russian tsars that was built to the design of Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli in 1754-1762. Hermitage is one of the world’s biggest and most famous museums. Its collection (over 3,000,000 items) presents the development of the world culture and art from all over the world. Peter and Paul Fortress the very first building to be constructed in St-Petersburg is one the city’s major tourist attractions. It is also home to the City History Museum. The Peter and Paul Fortress houses the Peter and Paul Cathedral that comprises the tombs of the Russian rulers from Peter the Great to Alexander III.
Moscow, the capital of Russia, comprises many attractions. The Red Square, the Kremlin and the Russian White House would delight you sight. There are many museums and art galleries in today’s Moscow visiting which will help you to get acquainted with the works of the greatest artists of the world. State Armory is the oldest museum in Russia which collection was started in the 14th century. Aside from the great collection of ancient armory and weapons, there are also bejeweled imperial scepters and gold-crusted icons. One of the most valuable pieces is the famous Monomachus cap, the crown of Russian tsars. According to legend the Monomachus cap was sent to the Russian grand prince by Byzantine Emperor Constantine. The Diamond Fund Exhibition is a part of the Armory and displays the State Treasury diamond collection.
Among other popular tourist destinations one should mention Saint Bazil’s Cathedral which was constructed in the 16th century to immortalize the triumph of Russia against Kazan khanate, and Arbat – the most famous street in Moscow. Arbat is one of the oldest roads in the city and was first mentioned as early as 1493, in connection with a fire that started here in the Church of St. Nicholas. In the nineteenth century, Arbat became a popular location for the nobility and creative intelligentsia of Moscow.
There are also ballet, opera, drama, folk art, music clubs, restaurants and many other ways to entertain yourself in two Russians major cities. But the best entertainment is the cities themselves with their breathtaking architectural sights and unique atmosphere. You could live in St-Petersburg or Moscow for month and ask for no greater pleasure than just walking through the city, so go there and enjoy seeing all that beauty in person.