Russia’s huge territory contains very different landscapes, climates and cultures. Travelers should think in terms of regions rather than treating the country as one uniform destination.
Moscow and Central Russia
Moscow and nearby historic cities contain many of the country’s best-known cultural and architectural attractions.
Northwest Russia
Saint Petersburg, Novgorod and surrounding areas are rich in imperial, medieval and maritime heritage.
Volga Region
Kazan, Nizhny Novgorod and other cities reflect the cultural diversity of the Volga basin.
Urals
The Ural region marks a major geographic transition between Europe and Asia and includes industrial cities and mountain landscapes.
Siberia
Siberia includes Lake Baikal, forests, mountains and vast distances requiring careful transport planning.
Caucasus
The North Caucasus contains dramatic mountains and diverse local cultures.
Far East
Russia’s Pacific region includes Vladivostok, Kamchatka and remote natural landscapes.
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