
Amazing Russia
Russia is the largest country in the world and it’s not only the largest, it’s very beautiful, diverse, endless beautiful nature, very cold, and full of nice and beautiful people. Specially I liked the beautiful nature which is well preserved by the local. Russia has tremendous natural resources including petroleum, water, giant forests etc. which make this country very rich in terms of natural resources. Since here nature is rich, you can feel fresh air and clean climate throughout the year. If you want to travel this country, 1 life will be less to visit entire country. You can try to visit Russia part wise. If you are visiting this country first time, then you should visit Moscow and Saint Petersburg. Next you can visit Caucasus and Crimea (formerly it was part of Ukraine) area which is very also beautiful. You must visit Siberia and if you are visiting Siberia then you must visit Altai also once in the life and it can be the lifetime experience for you. First time I’ve visited Russia in 2014 and after fall in love with this country so I am going to share my experience. My views are personal, and everyone can have own different experience and opinion to see everything so please don’t compare with my view.
Moscow
Moscow is the capital, cosmopolitan, one of the most crowded, and the biggest city of Russia. Comparing from the last few years, Moscow has been changed drastically also. If you are planning to visit Russia, better to reach Moscow first and then after you can go to golden ring which includes nearby cities and then you must visit St. Petersburg also. During the travel to Russia, you should avoid messing with the local people, going out of the city can be dangerous but overall people are nice, friendly, and helpful. As I saw, Russia has changed drastically after FIFA 2018 world cup in terms of services, people became more friendly, and overall things became easier for tourists and foreigners.
Places to visit in Moscow
There are lot of beautiful places, shopping centers, soviet era metro stations which is unique in the city, and some of beautiful parks. The most visited place in the city is Red Square and within this place you can visit many monuments, museums, Kremlin, Lenin Mausoleum, GUM shopping center, St. Basil Cathedral etc. other place of interest should be in your bucket list like Moscow State University, Gorky Central Park, Arabat Street, etc. If you are visiting Moscow, then you must enjoy cruise in the Moscow River and during that time you can enjoy scenic view of Moscow city.
Saint Petersburg
When first time I visited Saint Petersburg in 2017, first thing what came in my mind that how the whole city can be so beautiful and how many people sacrificed their life to build such a great city. after visiting this city, you will realize that Peter the Great put whole energy to build this great city. Every building, monuments and historical places built marvelously and from the last 300 year it looks like new. Saint Petersburg was built by Peter the Great in 1703 and the whole city is like dreamland and marvelous.
Places to visit in Saint Petersburg
Whenever you have plan to visit this city then as much possible you should try to visit by walk which can be interesting and you can enjoy whole city more. There are many beautiful buildings in the city and monuments. Winter Palace is the most iconic building in Saint Petersburg which is also a state museum where you can see the largest collection (approx. 3 million collections). Other major and must visit places should be in your bucket list is Kazan Cathedral, Peter & Paul Fortress, Peterhof, St. Isaac Cathedral, Savior on the Spilled Blood, Nevsky Prospect etc. Try to visit Dvortsovyy Bridge in the mid night because during that time drawn. You must get cruise also in the Neva River where you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the city. if you have time, I will recommend Catherin Palace which is almost 50 Km from the city. Many other beautiful places are in the city and if you have time and budget can allow, you can visit more.
What to eat and experience in Russia?
Food is the most important part of the travel and if you are travelling anywhere, you must try local foods to understand people and culture. During your Russia trip you must try Borsch, Pelmeni, Pirog, Blini, milk products which is the best in Russia, and different types of cake. Night life is amazing in the both big cities so you should try. Also, if you have chance, try to experience Banya (traditional bathhouse of Russia).
When to visit Russia
It’s always better to visit Russia in summer, specially May to September is the best time. You can enjoy beautiful weather during this time, but weather is also very changeable and rainy here so don’t forget to bring winter clothes and umbrella as well.