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The official list of the seven wonders of the world in Russia has been in force for 10 years. In 2007, the Izvestia newspaper, Mayak radio and the Rossiya TV channel launched a special project called 7 Wonders of Russia. The competition was held in several stages, and all residents of the country could take part in the voting. In the summer of 2008, the final seven wonders of Russia were selected from an initial list of 49 objects. Unlike the world list of seven wonders, which included only architectural monuments, most of the places in the Russian ranking were occupied by natural attractions. Let’s see what unique places in our country are included in this famous list, and see how you can visit them!

Lake Baikal

What is the list of 7 natural wonders of Russia without Baikal? Lake Baikal is invariably one of the most unique natural attractions in the world and is considered one of the symbols of our country. By the way, Baikal is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Every year about one and a half million tourists come to see the lake, and most of them are our compatriots. Foreign travelers make up only 16% of the total number of visitors!

Why do you need to go on a trip to Lake Baikal at least once in your life?

First of all, because of its natural uniqueness. This is the deepest lake in the world, with the largest supply of the purest fresh water and a unique ecosystem.
In addition to nature, Baikal is one of the most famous places of power in our country. Dozens of sacred places for shamans and Buddhists are located along the shores of the lake.
In the vicinity of Lake Baikal you can see a unique symbiosis of cultures and religions: from the monuments of the Tatar-Mongol Empire and the villages of the Old Believers to the mysterious shamanic capes and the main Buddhist datsan of Russia.
And, of course, active outdoor recreation, exciting ethnographic excursions and even ecotourism with the observation of rare local animals await you on Baikal!

Are you ready and want to spend your next vacation in a tent on the shores of Lake Baikal, walk along the most interesting places on its shores, swim in the lake and even raft down one of the local rivers? Join our trekking expedition «Adventures on the Siberian Sea». Well, if you prefer ethnographic travel and want to explore the entire lake from Irkutsk to Ulan-Ude, then our eventful expedition is perfect for you.

Valley of Geysers in Kamchatka

Kamchatka is deservedly included not only in the list of seven natural wonders of Russia, but also in the list of UNESCO sites. True, due to the remoteness of the region, only about 200,000 tourists come here every year. 10% of them are foreign citizens. However, every year this figure is growing at an impressive pace! So have time to go to Kamchatka before it becomes a real tourist mecca.

It is worth noting that only a small, specially protected part of the peninsula, the Valley of Geysers, belongs to the 7 wonders of Russia. This world’s largest geyser field has more than a hundred thermal springs and dozens of large geysers. Getting here is not so easy: firstly, you can only get to the valley by helicopter; secondly, the number of tourists is strictly limited and before the trip you need to get a special permit. However, all these difficulties are fully justified by the unique nature of the valley!

What else can you do in Kamchatka besides visiting the Valley of Geysers? Climb the main volcanoes of the region, walk along their craters and lava fields, raft down the rivers and take a boat trip along the Pacific coast, as in our expedition «Classic Kamchatka». In addition, Kamchatka is one of the best places in the country for ecotourism! Here you can watch the course of salmon in the rivers and bear fishing on the lake, swim in thermal springs and admire the marine wildlife. All these delights of ecological tourism are available in our journey «Bears and other 7 wonders of Kamchatka».

Mount Elbrus

Elbrus was included in the rating of seven wonders of Russia not by chance. In addition to the unique nature and excellent ski resorts in the Elbrus region, this is also the highest mountain in Europe! It is also included in the list of «7 peaks of the world» — one highest on each continent. That is why climbers and mountain tourists from all over the world come to conquer Elbrus. About 2,000 climbing groups rush to its summit every year.

Climbing Elbrus is considered not so difficult and quite suitable for beginners. First of all, due to the fact that it is not necessary to have advanced mountaineering skills. You can learn how to handle the necessary equipment on the spot. However, do not think that you can climb 5642 meters without proper physical preparation. In addition, do not neglect the correct acclimatization and well-chosen route for climbing.

Do you want to conquer this famous peak? For beginners in climbing, we have prepared the program «At the Top of Russia», which involves slow acclimatization and learning climbing skills on the spot. In addition, we go on this expedition only in the warm season, and we lay the route along the southern slope of Elbrus — the easiest to climb. If you can already be called an experienced climber, then we offer to conquer Elbrus with us in a week as part of the “Above the Clouds” expedition. Its route also passes along the southern slope in the warm season.

Weathering pillars in Komi

Weathering pillars in Komi is the final natural attraction that made it to the final of the Seven Wonders of Russia project. This geological monument of nature is located in the mountains of the Northern Urals on a plateau with the mysterious name Manpupuner. From the language of the Mansi people, its name is translated as «small mountain of idols.» According to local beliefs, seven idols standing on a plateau and stretched to the height of 10-story buildings are robbers turned into stones. Therefore, the place among the local peoples is considered mystical and sacred.

Despite the fact that Weathering Pillars are included not only in the Russian rating of natural wonders, but also in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, only a few hundred people visit this place every year. The main problem is, of course, complex logistics. The Manpupuner Plateau is located on the territory of the Pechoro-Ilychsky Reserve, in its most inaccessible part. In the warm season, you can get here only by helicopter.

In winter, the plateau can also be reached by snowmobiles. For example, as part of our tour «To the origins of Mansi legends.» Well, some daredevils and extreme people are trying to get here on skis! If you are not a pro in ski trips, we still advise you to choose a more comfortable mode of transport. And remember, to visit the reserve you need to get a special pass, and to do this, join an organized tourist group — from the reserve itself or from travel agencies accredited by it.

Mamaev Kurgan and the Motherland

Well, now it’s the turn of man-made monuments from the list of seven wonders of the world of Russia! Surprisingly, they are all located in the European part of the country, or rather on the Russian Plain. And, of course, the first of them and the largest monument in Russia and Europe is the Motherland on Mamaev Kurgan in Volgograd. Since its installation in 1967 and for 22 years, it was considered the tallest statue in the world! For this monument was included in the Guinness Book of Records.

The total height of the statue is 85 meters: the figure itself stretched out 50 meters, its arm soared another 20 meters. The full length of the sword, which the Motherland raised above her head, is 33 meters, and its weight is 14 tons. The weight of the rest of the sculpture is about 8 thousand tons. For stability, it is installed on a pedestal 16 meters high! Moreover, only 2 meters rise above the surface of the earth — the rest is buried.

It is not known for certain who became the prototype of the monument. Perhaps the sculptor Yevgeny Vuchetich was inspired by the statue of the winged goddess Nike or the female figure of the Marseillaise from the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. They say that the female figure was molded from the Soviet disco bolter Nina Dumbadze. Well, to see the Motherland with your own eyes is extremely simple — just come to Volgograd!

St. Basil’s Cathedral

St. Basil’s Cathedral is one of the most recognizable monuments of Moscow along with the Kremlin. It also belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From this it becomes clear why the temple was among the main wonders of Russia. True, the name «St. Basil’s Cathedral» is colloquial, officially it is called the Cathedral of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos. Now it belongs to the State Historical Museum.

Construction of the temple began in 1555 during the reign of Ivan the Terrible. At that time, churches were erected to commemorate victories over enemies and successful military campaigns. This tradition did not bypass St. Basil’s Cathedral. Ivan the Terrible ordered the construction of a new church in honor of the successful annexation of the Kazan Khanate to Russia. Later, the temple was repeatedly rebuilt and modified. In its modern form, the cathedral includes 11 churches (chapels), named after Orthodox saints. Well, to learn more about the history of the construction of one of the main Russian attractions, you should just go on a tour there.

Peterhof Fountains

The project «Seven Wonders of Russia» did not ignore the second capital of the country — St. Petersburg. The Peterhof palace and park ensemble was included in the list of unique places. By the way, Peterhof is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Well, it is famous all over the world not only for its palaces and parks, but, first of all, for the largest system of fountains — 147 active objects.

The construction of Peterhof began in 1712 during the reign of Peter the Great. When building a new summer residence, the emperor dreamed of surpassing Versailles in pomp and decoration! Over the course of several centuries, Peterhof was completed and renovated, new parks, buildings and fountains were added to it. During the siege of Leningrad, the palace complex was occupied by German troops and was significantly damaged. The restoration that began after the liberation of the city has not yet been completed!

The most famous part of the complex is the Lower Park with cascades of fountains. Here is «Samson tearing the mouth of a lion», several popular cracker fountains and a sea channel leading from the Great Peterhof Palace to the Gulf of Finland. About five million tourists come to see Peterhof and its fountains every year! The palace complex is considered the second most visited attraction in Russia after the Moscow Kremlin and Red Square.

The natural wonders of Russia can be seen on our tours — see the collection of our trips to Kamchatka, the Urals, Baikal and Elbrus. If you have any questions, please call tel. +7 (495) 104-64-36 or write to [email protected]

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Slovenia — the most detailed information about the country with a photo. Sights, cities of Slovenia, climate, geography, population and culture.

Slovenia

Slovenia is a small country in Central Europe with beautiful nature, history and dynamic economy. The country is a member of the European Union and the Schengen Agreement. Slovenia is located at the junction of the Balkans and Central Europe, in the eastern part of the Alps and the northern Adriatic. The country is bordered in the north by Austria, in the west by Italy, in the southeast by Croatia, in the northeast by Hungary.

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History

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Map of Slovenia

This eastern Alpine state, despite its small size, is located at the crossroads of important European routes. Also nowadays Slovenia is becoming more and more popular among tourists due to its natural and historical attractions and lower prices compared to Italy and Austria.

Flag of Slovenia

Geography and nature

Smaller Slovenia boasts great geographic diversity. The Alps rise in the northwest, the Middle Danubian lowland extends in the northeast, the Dinaric highlands in the south, and the Adriatic coast in the west. For the most part, Slovenia is a mountainous country. Mountains occupy about 40% of the territory. Slovenia is also washed by the Adriatic Sea. The sea coast has a length of about 30 km.

Nature of Slovenia

The large rivers Sava and Drava (a tributary of the Danube) flow through the territory of Slovenia. There are also many picturesque mountain and glacial lakes in the country. The largest among them are Lake Bled and Bohinjsko. Of interest are many karst caves — Postojnska Pit, Shkotsyansky caves, etc.

Lake Bled

The nature of Slovenia is also very diverse. Almost half of the country’s territory is covered with forests, steppe landscapes can be found on the highlands, coniferous forests and alpine meadows in the mountains, and the Adriatic coast will indulge in Mediterranean vegetation.

Postojnska-Yama

Climate and weather

Geographic diversity has also left its mark on the climate. The territory of Slovenia is climatically heterogeneous: on the coast, the climate is Mediterranean, in the mountains — continental, in the flat part — temperate continental.

Winter in the Slovenian mountains

Summer is usually warm with occasional rain. Winters are mild with slight frosts. In the mountains, the weather is much harsher and there is a lot of snow.

Best time to visit

Slovenia is a country that can be visited all year round. The highest tourist season is June-August. The best time to visit Slovenia is April-May and September-October. At this time there are few tourists, dry and warm. This is a great time for hiking, exploring nature and the sights of the country.

Slovenia in autumn

The lowest season is November-March (except Christmas holidays). Ski slopes are open in the mountains in winter. The ski season lasts from December to March.

History

Slovenian ancestors came to these lands in the 6th century. In the 7th century, one of the first Slavic states was formed here, which in the middle of the 8th century fell under the protectorate of the Frankish state. Thanks to the influence of the Franks, the Slovenes became Christians.

The first documents in Slovene date back to the beginning of the 11th century. In the 14th century, Slovenia became part of the Habsburg Empire and remained part of Austria-Hungary until the First World War.

Slovenian open spaces

As a result of the First World War, the Slovenian coast went to Italy, and the rest of the country became part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes, later called Yugoslavia. The Kingdom of Yugoslavia ceased to exist during World War II. As a result, the socialist federal republic of Yugoslavia emerged. Slovenia gained independence in 1991.

Currency and money

The currency of Slovenia is the euro. Many shops and restaurants accept credit cards.

A hotel room for two can be rented for 30-40 euros (prices vary greatly depending on the season, the star rating of the hotel and its location). Dinner or lunch in a restaurant and cafe will cost 20-30 euros. A pint of beer costs 2-4 euros. Tips are usually included in the bill. If not, then it is customary to leave 10-15% of the invoice amount.

Slovenia in winter

Language and population

The official language is Slovenian. It belongs to the Slavic group of languages. Lots of people speak English. In areas close to Italy, you can meet people who know Italian, and on the border with Austria — German.

The population of Slovenia is mainly represented by Slovenes. Many immigrants from the former Yugoslavia. More than half of the population is Catholic. Slovenians are a rather friendly and welcoming nation. When greeting, it is customary to shake hands.

Administrative division

Administrative division of Slovenia on the map.

Administrative divisions of Slovenia

Security

Slovenia is a fairly safe country. According to statistics, 90% of crimes involve theft. Therefore, the basic safety rules: do not leave things unattended, be more careful in crowded places, remove valuables in the car. If necessary, you can call 112 for the police or medical assistance.

Getting there

By plane

Slovenia’s main international airport is located near the capital, Ljubljana. There are also options to get through the airports in Pula, Trieste and Venice.

Slovenian Alps

By bus

Bus service connects Slovenia with many neighboring European cities. You can get to the capital of Slovenia from Trieste, Milan, Munich, Zagreb. It is also quite convenient to travel around the country by bus. You can buy tickets online or find out the schedule here — https://www.ap-ljubljana.si

By train

Slovenia has good rail links to many European countries (except Italy). By train you can get from Budapest, Prague, Zagreb, Vienna and other cities. It is convenient to look for train tickets here — https://www.goeuro.de

Slovenian nature

By car

Slovenia has excellent road connections with neighboring countries. Thanks to good roads and small size, it is very convenient to travel around the country by car. To travel, you must purchase a special permit — a vignette.

Gastronomy

Slovenian cuisine is a synthesis of Austrian and Italian cuisine. Here on the menu you can find Austrian schnitzel and strudel, Italian pasta, risotto and pizza, Hungarian goulash. Among the local dishes stand out the likeness of our štruklji dumplings with different fillings, dried pork (prosciutto), potato dumplings, bean soup, a kind of Italian polenta, ribs with garlic, the traditional Slovenian pie Potica.

Slovenian cuisine is very satisfying. Typically, the meal includes beef and chicken soup with egg noodles, a second meat course of beef, pork, chicken and turkey, seafood is common on the coast.

Slovenian expanses

Alcoholic beverages are dominated by beer and wine. Of the local beers, the most common are Laško and Union. From non-alcoholic coffee is very popular.

International fast food chains operate in major cities and tourist areas. Slovenia also has large supermarket chains — Lidl, Leclerc, Aldi, Mercator.

Slovenian cities

Slovenian cities are quiet, small and rather picturesque. The capital and largest city of the country is Ljubljana. In it you will not find world-famous attractions, you will not run around trying to catch everything. Here you can focus on leisurely walks and getting to know the city.

Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia

Ljubljana is one of the smallest European capitals with a population of about 300,000 inhabitants. The Old Town is a complex of ancient and medieval buildings, beautiful baroque buildings of the 17th-18th centuries. On a hill above the city rises an ancient castle — Grad.

The second most populated and important city in Slovenia is Maribor. The city with a population of more than 100 thousand inhabitants is located among picturesque hills and vineyards. Maribor is located near the border with Austria. The historical center of the city is very compact. Here you can see the Maribor Castle, the old cathedral, one of the oldest synagogues in Europe, the oldest grapevine in the world, walk along the ancient streets and squares.

Another interesting town is Celje. The third largest city in Slovenia and one of the oldest in the country. This is a small town with a population of 50 thousand people with a beautiful old center and a castle.

City of Piran

Piran is a small picturesque town on the Adriatic coast of Slovenia. Located on the Istrian peninsula, 7 km from the border with Croatia. Here you can not only relax on excellent beaches, but also see the ancient monuments of medieval Venetian architecture.

Other large and significant cities of Slovenia — Koper, Velenje, Nova Gorica, Kranj.

Interesting places and sights of Slovenia

The most interesting places and sights of Slovenia:

Lake Bled — the most beautiful lake in the foothills of the Alps. Beautiful natural landscapes, architectural monuments and the purest water in which you can swim in summer.