The most unusual places for tourists. Unusual places to stay: underground beach. Volcanic island of Camiguin in the Philippines

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Our planet is beautiful, and you can find the best vacation spots for yourself in it.

You can travel to popular tourist destinations, or you can choose places where you will not meet a large crowd of tourists.

Here are a few less popular places among tourists, where you can relax and have a good time:

1. Unusual places to stay: underground beach

Hidden underground secret beach one of the islands of Marieta, in Mexico, boasts a crystal clean water. You can get to it by boat along a long tunnel or by swimming.

2. Savage holidays in Peru

Huacachina is an uninhabited oasis in Peru. It is located near the city of Lima, Peru. Today this place is visited by those who like wild vacation- people come with backpacks, put up tents, swim and do sandboarding (boarding on the dunes) and quad biking on the sands.

3. Vacation abroad: a village in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Those who have ever been to the village of Blagaj, Bosnia and Herzegovina, were delighted with the incredibly beautiful Blagai Tekia Monastery, built right next to a rock in a cave where the Buna River originates. Tourists can see the beautiful wooden interior of the monastery.

4. Relax on the pink lake

Lake Hillier on Middle Island, southwestern Australia is pink. Even if you fill the bottle with water, it will be pink. Why the water is pink is still unknown, but scientists suggest that the reason lies in the salinity and specific microorganisms that live in the lake.

5. Scuba diving between North America and Europe

Silfra is a rift located in Lake Thingvallavatn in Thingvellir National Park, Iceland, and is part of the divergent boundary between the N American Plate and the Eurasian Plate. Here not only the most pure water, but the rift itself is so narrow that divers can touch their hands at the same time North America and Europe.

6. Where to go on vacation: Isola Bellu

In the 1600s, Isola Bella was transformed from an ordinary stone island in the center of Lake Maggiore, Italy, to the flower garden surrounding the palace. In addition to the palace, the territory of the island is also known for its baroque gardens.

7. Family vacation in the Maltese countryside

Popeye Village in Malta was originally created for the filming of the 1980 movie Popeye, but has since been converted into a theme park. 3 truckloads of paint (about 2,000 gallons) were used to create the film's sets. Today, tourists can go boating here, visit a wine house and jump on water jumps.

8. Vacation in China: red land

The Red Land in Dongchuan is 250 km from Kunming. High air temperatures and frequent rains in the region have turned the color of Dongchuan's soil to red. The soil contains oxidized iron and minerals that affect the color of the mail and flowering plants all year round.

9. Unusual places on earth: Darvaza

Darvaza is a gas crater in Turkmenistan. Both locals and tourists have nicknamed this place "The Door to the Underworld", or "Gate to Hell". This huge fire hole was created in 1971 when Soviet geologists foundaccumulation of underground gasnear the village of Darvaza.

When drilling of an exploratory well began, specialists discovered underground void- at that moment the earth collapsed, after which it formed big hole filled with gas. In order to avoid poisoning people and livestock with gas, it was decided to set fire to the gas. Geologists believed that the fire would go out after a few days, but they were wrong. The natural gas that is constantly coming out of the crater has been keeping the fire going around the clock for several years now.

10. Vacation on Flores Island

Flores Island, an island off the coast of Portugal, is famous for its flowers dotted throughout the island. The name Florish came about precisely because of this feature. The island also has natural hot springs and lagoons where you can swim.

11. Active holidays in Greece

Ghiola on the island of Thassos in Greece is an isolated lagoon that has developed naturally. This lagoon is located near the settlement of Astris. Getting here is not easy, as the nearest road is about 1 km away, and leaving the car, you will have to walk. But if you succeed, you will enjoy not only a beautiful view, but also be able to swim in an unusual place overlooking the sea.

12. Rest without the sea: an unusual cathedral over the rocks

Las Lajas Church is located 7 km from the city of Ipiales, Colombia, on the border of Colombia and Ecuador. It is located in the canyon of the Guaitara River, above green rocks and waterfalls, and is one of the most popular temples in the country. The cathedral, created in the neo-Gothic style, stands right on the bridge.

13. Where to go on vacation in the summer: the dunes in Brazil

During the rainy seasons, the Lencois Maranhenses National Park in the state of Maranhao, Brazil, comes into its own in an unusual way. Due to frequent rains and 40-meter sand dunes, a large number of lagoons form here, but there is no vegetation.

The best time to visit this place is between July and September, when the deepest lagoons are most abundant.

14. Rest in the jungle of Guatemala

The Guatemalan natural monument Semuc Champey is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful places in the country and in the world. This place is hidden from the eyes of tourists deep in the jungle. The name was given to it by the Kekchi Indians, and it is translated as "a place where the river goes underground." Around - the jungle, and among them you can relax in the cool waters of natural pools.

15. Unusual city in New Zealand

Take a dip in the hot springs of Rotorua on the shores of the lake of the same name. They are located on the North Island, New Zealand. The city of Rotorua is also known for its geysers, thermal waters and mud pools. This city was nicknamed "Sulphur City" (Sulfur City).

16. Vacation in Spain

The city of Setenil de las Bodegas appeared among a network of caves in the rocks above the Rio Trejo, Spain. The white houses of this rock city are built into the rock, and some even use it as a roof.

Here you can find many bars and restaurants serving delicious food.

17. Unusual park in South Africa

Namaqualand National Park in South Africa got its name in honor of the Nama people living in those places. Just once a year (usually in spring), these arid valleys experience rain and turn into multicolored flower carpets of orange and white daisies.

It is worth noting that tourists are forbidden to visit this place, but during the daisy season a huge number of people from all over the world come, settle in towns and camp on the periphery of the park.

18. Cave in France

Discovered by a hunter in 1836, a cave in the commune of Saint-Marseille-d'Ardèche, France contains a network of underground reservoirs and rock formations with a total length of more than 60 km.

19. Holidays in French Polynesia

Rangiroa is the largest atoll in the Tuamotu archipelago and is located in French Polynesia. Here you can find a large number of oysters that produce black pearls.

The land area is 79 sq. km, and it itself consists of a cluster of 415 small islands. This place is also famous among divers and dolphin lovers. In addition, manta rays, green sea turtles and hammerhead sharks live here.

20. Unusual city in Italy

The small Italian town of Castelluccio, Italy, is located near the commune of Norcia. It is known for its huge variety of flowers that bloom between the end of May and July.

Bonus

marble cave

The Marble Caves are located on Lake Buenos Aires (or General Carrera).

For thousands of years, waves crashed against the calcium carbonate walls and eventually formed marble patterns on the cave walls.

This lake of glacial origin can be found on the border of Chile and Argentina.

Everything today more people prefer to spend money on travel, because the emotions from traveling to new cities and areas are simply priceless and often amazingly unforgettable. On the eve of the New Year holidays, we publish an inspiring selection of the most unique countries in the world. By the way, have you already decided?

1.

The uniqueness of this country is combined on its territory with smoking volcanoes and hot geysers with eternal ice. When planning a trip, it is important to see the most: the Blue and Ice Lagoons and Geysers.

Blue Lagoon - natural complex pools among lava heaps. The water in the Lagoon is milky in color, and in its composition, in addition, there are quartz and blue-green algae.

The ice lagoon is also incredibly beautiful! This is one of the few places in Iceland where you can see the life of icebergs on close range: new icebergs break off the glacier and fill the lake, drift along the coast in winter and melt in summer.

They are of different colors: white, green, blue, etc. And you can see the seething geysers of Iceland by going to the Haukadalur Valley. Its symbols are the geysers Strokkur and Geysir, erupting with different frequency and power.

For example, Strokkur throws out jets of hot water every ten minutes to a height of up to 20 meters, while Geysir is calmer.

2. Tanzania

The most interesting country Africa in terms of diversity and uniqueness of flora and fauna. Which country is still rich in such natural values: 15 national parks, 17 reservations, lakes, mountains, including Kilimanjaro, the giant Ngorongoro Crater.

It is here, in the crater of the Ngorongoro Reserve, a huge tropical park, that more than 30 thousand animals live: buffaloes, zebras, gazelles, leopards, wildebeest, lions, elephants, hippos and rhinos.

White and black rhinos are an endangered species in the world.

Also in Tanzania there is Kitulo National Park, the only vegetative national park in tropical Africa. Due to the variety of flowers: more than 350 species of plants, and more than 40 species of orchids, it is rightly called the "Garden of God".

In addition to orchids, giant lobelia, kniffofia, proteas and other plants can be found in the park. Kitulo Park is also the only habitat in Tanzania for the rare African Kaffir bustard.

3. IN Japan everything is unique! This is the first country on the planet over which the sun rises. Japan delights the whole world with centuries-old traditions, which are carefully honored by the people to this day, and at the same time.

Here is amazing nature and an incredible variety of flora and fauna, as for such a small country. There are about 30 national parks in the small territory of the state, and about 40 protected zones in coastal waters.

Most interesting reserve Nikko, 1400 sq. km. On its territory there are waterfalls, and lakes, and thermal springs, as well as historical buildings, including sanctuaries.

And in the Ise-Shima National Park is the most famous pearl farm— Mikimoto. On the Izu Peninsula, you can admire five lakes at once, surrounded by coniferous forests and swim in the hot springs of Hakone.

Exclusively on Japanese island Okunoshima can get into the rabbit kingdom, where there are a lot of them on the streets. Or watch the foxes in Zao Village in Miyagi Prefecture. And only in Japan you can cheaply stay in a capsule hotel.

4. Canada - a country of millions of lakes. There are so many of them that the exact number is unknown, but approximately, about 4 million - this is approximately 60% of all lakes in the world.

In some regions, for every 100 sq. km there are more than 30 lakes.

The most famous and interesting to visit: Garibaldi, Moraine, Peyto, Azur, Red Lake, which owes its color to the presence of red algae, spotted lake Kliluk and many others.

It is important to note the value and peculiarity Canadian city Quebec, which is unique in many ways, thanks to the heritage of the French in terms of architecture.

Its forests, national parks and reserves and the unique fjords of the Saguenay River are magnificent. And in Quebec there is a unique ice hotel, which is ready to receive guests in 36 rooms from the beginning of January to the end of April.

Its construction takes 15 tons of snow and 500 tons of ice every year. It is important to say that each of the Canadian regions is unique and has something special to showcase.

5. Principality of Monaco , excluding the Vatican, is the smallest country on the planet. The state, with an area of ​​2 km², is located in the south of Europe on the Mediterranean coast.

Monaco has the highest population density on the planet - about 20 thousand people per 1 km². In addition to being beautiful, this tiny country is unique in many ways.

Below are some of the uniqueness of Monaco. The Oceanographic Museum is a place that contains one of the richest collections of exhibits dedicated to the life of the sea and its inhabitants. And since the museum is combined with the Oceanographic Institute, it is also the world's largest scientific institution. Monaco also hosts one of the most prestigious races of the Formula 1 World Championship. The race passes through the streets of the city, which at this time are equipped with stands and fences.

The main station of the city is located underground, or rather, in the rock. It is impossible not to mention the magnificent rose garden of Princess Grace, built in honor of Grace Kelly, and the most beautiful alley lawns - Alle de Bulingren, which is located opposite the Monte Carlo casino.

6. is the only country that is a continent and occupies several islands. And not only this makes it special: there are deserts, and lush meadows, and huge beaches with white sand and clear water.

Despite the fact that the country is developing rapidly and megacities are expanding, its unique nature is preserved.

Only in Australia you can meet kangaroos, certain types of spiders and snakes, and visit the huge marine park on the Barrier Reef. It is very interesting to watch in the spring how the Great Barrier Reef turns into an active whirlpool for several days, and after high tide, it begins to erupt.

A special miracle in Australia is the Great Barrier Reef - a coral complex with a length of more than three thousand kilometers. Nothing compares to its coral gardens, which shimmer with pinks, purples, greens, yellows and blues.

It's worth seeing! Tropical fish swim here mysterious caves, and unique vegetable world. By the way, Australia is considered the only country, which, being in the eastern hemisphere, is considered an absolutely western state.

7. Peculiarity Netherlands - these are chic, large-scale, multi-colored fields of tulips. Moreover, despite the fact that they are the main ones, daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses and other flowers grow separately in the fields.

In order to admire the flower paradise to its fullest, it is worth setting aside a day or two, and looking at the flowers in Leiden, also driving through the fields: there are many of them from Leiden to Haarlem. And, of course, you need to visit the Keukenhof park, located on 32 hectares of land, which is famous not only in the Netherlands for its flowers and large tulip fields.

Its gardens and four pavilions display unique collections of tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, orchids, roses, carnations, irises, lilies and other flowers. The compositions of the park change every year, they have a certain theme and they are dedicated to a certain country. Nowhere else in the world can you find so many flowers in one place.

8 . India is unique for its contrasts in many ways, so after visiting it, hardly anyone can remain indifferent. It is associated with an original culture, bright clothes, beautiful dances, the smell of spices and spices.

This is a country where wealth and poverty, chaos and tranquility, reality and legends are combined. It also has climatic conditions in complete contrast: the south of the country is rich in chic tropical forests, in the West there is a desert, and in the North there are glaciers.

In terms of architecture, there are many historically valuable sights that "broadcast" about rich history and diversity of the country: for example, many Hindu and Buddhist temples were carved into the rocks.

Also in India there are many attractions that are considered UNESCO World Heritage Sites: cave temples Ajanta, cave temples of Ellora, Taj Mahal, numerous unique churches, Hampi monuments, Qutub Minar, etc.

9. Indonesia- is the biggest Island state in the world: about 18,000, of which only about 7,000 have their own names. The largest of the islands are New Guinea, Kalimantan, Sumatra, Sulawesi and Java, and all other islands are much smaller.

Large islands are characterized by a combination mountainous terrain with plains covered with dense rainforests. On many islands, the mountain slopes rise steeply almost from the very coast and end with peaks.

One of the natural features of Indonesia is that many islands are covered with snow, despite being close to the equator. Indonesia can also be considered a country of volcanoes: there are more than 500 of them, and 129 are active. The island of Java is especially famous for its numerous volcanoes.

And the most famous volcano Indonesia - Krakatau, which is located between the islands of Java and Sumatra. The largest are Rinjani in Lombok and Agun in Bali.

10. Uniqueness Bolivia in that it can be called the most mountainous country, and in its isolation from the world. No wonder it is called "America's Tibet".

Unfortunately, the country lost access to the Pacific Ocean as a result of the war with Chile, so now it is in the middle of the continent. Here is the highest actual capital - La Paz.

Bolivia is home to the highest navigable lake in the world, Titicaca. Unlike other Latin American countries most of its population is indigenous, the Indians are one of the main Indian tribes of Bolivia.

Its population is over 2 million people. Tourists have a unique opportunity, when visiting Bolivia, to meet with representatives of this people, who still follow their traditions and customs.

So the cold and long winter has ended, the gentle spring sun warms the soul and heart, and the same eternal question is ripening in my head: “Where to go?”. Summer is ahead - a time of unbridled fun and adventure, a time of white nights and dancing until the morning, a time of picnics and outings, a time of melted ice cream and a Mediterranean tan...

Stop! And why exactly the Mediterranean? Summer can be perfectly spent in the vastness of our vast country. And you will have all the delights of summer and interesting leisure, and “Wow” what places, and a tan no worse than the Mediterranean. Doubt? We, right now, will try to convince you of the opposite.

Let's see what the country we live in has to offer us.

So, the TOP 10 most interesting places to visit and relax in Russia:

“Only mountains can be better than the sea!”

Truly, unique place. Many rightly believe that it is here that you will find the most ideal climate in Russia. In connection with the political hype, the flow of tourists not only did not decrease, but also increased several times: both those who had once been captivated by the local atmosphere and beauties, and those who are still ahead of them, cheerfully rushed here. The Republic of Crimea is ready to meet you throughout the year, and despite the fact that bathing season lasts here from May to October, even in winter you will find something to do in the Crimea, since the list of attractions is impressive. The golden sands of Feodosia, the legendary fortress bird home”, the picturesque bays of Cape Fiolent, the Massandra Palace Museum, the magnificent Paradise Park, the medieval cave city of Mangup, the unique marble cave on the Chatyr-Daga plateau, the majestic nature reserve Karadag, warm and gentle sea, beautiful waterfalls and mountain ranges, palaces and museums, ancient temples, dolmens, mountain lakes and endless forests - all this is Crimea.

In addition, the best resorts of the Black Sea coast are concentrated here: Yalta, Alushta, Balaklava, Evpatoria and others. Crimea is a great place to relax with children and to improve health weakened by a long winter in numerous sanatoriums. For active youth - Cape Tarkanhut in the summer, it has long been chosen by divers and surfers from different parts of our country, and the top of Ai-Petri ( highest mountain Crimean Republic) in winter - a paradise for snowboarders and skiers. And this is not the whole list of entertainment offered. It all depends on your finances, available time, preferences and, of course, strength. To see everything, you will have to come here again, and again, and again ... And every time, this friendly peninsula will find something to please and surprise you.

It is most convenient to get from Moscow and St. Petersburg by plane. Travel time 3.5-4 hours. The cost of a direct flight Moscow-Simferopol-Moscow starts from 8 thousand rubles and from 14 thousand rubles for residents of St. Petersburg. You can also get there by train, but it will be a very difficult journey: a few days on the train, then a bus, a ferry and again a bus. The pleasure is doubtful, besides, you are unlikely to be able to save money, rather the opposite.

Housing prices in Crimea are different and depend on geographical location, proximity to the sea and type of housing. The choice is huge, for every taste and budget: guest houses, hostels, private sector, sanatoriums, boarding houses, hotels, campsites, etc. Price per day from 200 rubles. (on average 500-600 rubles) and ad infinitum. In most campsites you can stay for free.

1. SOCHI. RESORTS OF THE KRASNODAR REGION

In addition, if you are relaxing in Sochi, you have an exceptional opportunity to go on an excursion to neighboring Abkhazia and admire the fabulous beautiful lake Ritsa, the main attraction of this small but very hospitable country. Its length is almost 2 km, and its depth is about 150 m. At the same time, the greenish waters of the lake are visible at 10 m, it is so transparent.

You can get to Sochi by plane, train and, of course, by car. The cost of a Moscow-Adler-Moscow ticket is on average about 7-9 thousand rubles, the travel time is about 2.5 hours, for residents of St. Petersburg a similar route will cost 11-14 thousand rubles on average, depending on the season, time in the journey will be 3.5 hours. You can easily get to Sochi by train, from Moscow in 1.5 days by train. regular train- from 3 thousand rubles for a place in a reserved seat, or on a comfortable ambulance double-decker train Moscow-Adler, which will take you to your place of deployment in just a day and is not much more expensive - from 4.6 thousand rubles (for a compartment). The St. Petersburg-Adler train runs regularly from St. Petersburg, the travel time is almost two days, and the cost of a seat in reserved seat car starts from 4 thousand rubles. You can also get there by bus, if you are not afraid of almost two days on the road in the heat and serpentine with a crowd of sweaty and as desperate passengers as you are. The cost of such a trip is usually not much cheaper than the cost of a trip to Sochi in a reserved seat by train. Well, at the end to Sochi on your own car - the distance Moscow - Sochi along the highway is 1622 km, St. Petersburg - Sochi 2334 km.

1. KABARDINO-BALKARIA. NORTH OSSETIA. MOUNTAIN INGUSHETIA

KABARDINO-BALKARIA

Kabardino-Balkaria is small, but special and one of the most beautiful North Caucasian republics. The presence of the highest point on its territory already makes this place very attractive for tourists, and Elbrus is far from the only property of the republic. Picturesque Cherek gorge with famous blue lakes, Chegem waterfalls, burial grounds in El-Tubyu and an unforgettable road to Elbrus through the Baksan Gorge - all this you must see with your own eyes. Take a walk around Nalchik, the capital of Kabardino-Balkaria, the once famous Soviet resort, which, although it has lost its former popularity, is trying with all its might to preserve its former greatness and the air here is still fresh and healing, as in the days of its dawn, and 18 mineral springs continue to please both local residents and visitors to the city. Visit the national park "Prielbrusye" and the legendary tract Dzhily-su. And finally, conquer the top of the universe - the huge ancient volcano Mingi-Tau, the eternal mountain of wisdom, the symbol of freedom and human perseverance - the sacred Elbrus.

The easiest way to get to Nalchik is by direct regular flight from Moscow, this pleasure will cost you an average of 9-10 thousand rubles round-trip, travel time is 2.5 hours. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from St. Petersburg. You can also get to Nalchik by train, from Moscow the journey will take about 2 days and will cost about 4 thousand rubles for a seat in a reserved seat, there are no direct flights from St. Petersburg. Moscow-Nalchik buses run daily from the Kazansky railway station, the journey time is a day, the cost is from 2 thousand rubles. Distance Moscow-Nalchik on the highway is 1652 km.

NORTH OSSETIA

North Ossetia is a proud Caucasian republic, 40% of which is mountains. This is a completely different world, with its own customs and customs, traditions and customs. The capital - Vladikavkaz will meet you with crystal clear air, snowy mountain peaks and seething waters of the formidable Terek. This is an unusually beautiful and hospitable city, from visiting which you will definitely have only positive emotions, despite all the prejudices. You will definitely be impressed by the monument to Uastyrdzhi, an ancient male deity and a symbol of North Ossetia, towering over the Transcaucasian highway - a huge horseman seems to fly out of mountain range and hovering over the road. Midagrabinskie Waterfalls, the pearl of which is the highest waterfall over 600 meters high - Zeigelan, Dargavs - City of dead, the legendary tower of Kurt and Tag, in the unique beauty and grandeur of the Kuratinsky gorge, the ancient sanctuary of Rekom in the Tseysky gorge - you should definitely see it!

From Moscow, you can fly to Vladikavkaz and back for an average of 8 thousand rubles, the travel time is 2.5 hours. From St. Petersburg, there are no direct flights. By train, you can get to the capital of North Ossetia in 1.5 days from Moscow, the price of the issue is from 2 thousand rubles of a reserved seat. road from northern capital will take a little more than 2 days, the cost is similar - from 2 thousand rubles for a place in a reserved seat. The journey by bus will take 1.5 days, the ticket price is an average of 2.5 thousand rubles. Distance Moscow - Vladikavkaz on the highway is 1765 km.

The average price of accommodation is 3 thousand rubles for a double room in a hotel, an apartment can be rented for a thousand rubles a day.

MOUNTAIN INGUSHETIA

Mountainous Ingushetia is a country of towers and legends, a real fairy-tale world, where the original monuments of ancient peoples seem to be embedded in the unique mountain landscape of this region. Here you can go back a thousand years and plunge into the era of ancient myths and legends. The real treasure of this noble country are the unique tower complexes and temples: Egikal, Targim, Erzi, Vovnushki, Tkhaba-Erdy. Egikal is the largest tower settlement in the republic, an ancient ghost town. Tagim is the “younger brother” of Egikal, one of the three oldest villages, once rich and influential, but now abandoned and forgotten. Erzi - “a place accessible only to eagles”, is another of the most famous tower complexes. Vovnushki are deceptively cute and funny name translated from Ingush means “a place of battle towers”, the majestic towers, which once brought death to the enemy, guard the entrance to a narrow gorge and put tourists into a stupor. And finally, Tkhaba-Erdy is a diamond of these places, the oldest Christian temple, with far Christian history. You seem to fall on another planet and lose touch with reality. To such an extent, the beauty of these places is dizzying and amazing.

There are several ways to get to this beautiful little country: by plane, by bus or by car from neighboring Georgia and Ossetia. The cost of a direct flight Moscow-Magas-Moscow is on average 12 thousand rubles, the travel time is 2 hours. There are no direct flights from St. Petersburg. By train Moscow-Nazran you will travel a little more than a day and pay about 3.5 thousand for a reserved seat one way. Check the cost of tickets for buses from neighboring republics on the spot. Distance Moscow - Nazran on the highway is 1764 km, and in a straight line - 1485 km.

Living in Mountainous Ingushetia is not so simple. There is only one large Assa hotel in Nazran and several small private hotels. A business hotel is being built in Magas. There are no hotels in the villages and villages. The only complete tourist place can only be called the sanatorium "Armkhi". In villages and settlements, you can ask to spend the night in any house. Chances are you will be welcomed with open arms.

Keep in mind that Mountainous Ingushetia has an absolutely “dry” law, not even beer is sold, tobacco is also banned.

1. KAMCHATKA

Kamchatka is one of the most interesting places in the world and the dream of many travelers. But keep in mind, Kamchatka is not Black Sea resort and the trip will be more of an active-extreme nature, the nature here is wild and harsh, and this is the main attraction of this region. The main attraction, of course, is volcanoes, there are more than 300 of them in Kamchatka and 36 of them are active. The most famous: Karymsky, Avachinsky, Ksudach, Mutnovsky, Vilyuchinsky and, of course, Klyuchevskaya Sopka- the highest active volcano in Eurasia. No less famous and attractive is the valley of geysers - a cluster thermal springs on an area of ​​about 6 square km. Go on an excursion to the Opasny canyon - one of the most picturesque and beautiful places on the peninsula, admire the Blue Lakes at an altitude of 600 meters above sea level. Your imagination will certainly be amazed by the amazing natural formations in the craters of the Semyachik and Gorely volcanoes - acid lakes. And for dessert, the Commander Islands, lost not far from the coast of Kamchatka - feel the unity with nature on the edge of the earth, where else can you experience this? Do not forget to experience all the delights of local fishing, swim in the thermal springs in the famous Paratunka, taste Kamchatka caviar, and if your visit falls during the snowy season, be sure to ride in a team with fast and hardy huskies.

Stunningly beautiful nature reserves and absolutely fantastic wildlife in its pristine beauty - that's what you can see when you come to Kamchatka.

Despite the fact that Kamchatka is a peninsula, you can only get here by air. Tickets must be taken well in advance and do not be afraid of the terrible prices that you can see during the search. Who seeks will always find. On average, the cost of a round-trip ticket from Moscow is 16,000 rubles. Travel time - 8.5 hours. Direct flights from St. Petersburg are very rare and cost sky-high, but knowledgeable people watch for promotions and manage to fly to Kamchatka more than inexpensively.

Visiting Kamchatka is considered not cheap entertainment. On the one hand, you can live in a tent and be content with the warm waters of numerous thermal springs, and bypass all the sights on foot for many days, on the other hand, not everyone is capable of such a feat and has enough time. Be prepared for the fact that many of the attractions of these places are only accessible from the air, and a helicopter tour will cost you the cost of a flight to Moscow and back. There are few hotels in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, there are no hostels at all, room prices are mostly European, but you can find a bed in three local number for 500 rubles per day or rent a double apartment for 2 thousand rubles.

1. MOUNTAIN ALTAI

The name Altai comes from the Turkic "altan" - golden, and indeed by the beauty of natural places, ethnographic significance and the number of unique monuments nature is one of the most richest places on our planet. These are endless mountain ranges with piercing white glaciers, turbulent rivers and placers of transparent and amazingly beautiful lakes, deep caves, concealing the secrets of the ages, cave drawings and petroglyphs, bearing the wisdom of times in our modern world. Gorny Altai is a place of magic and legends of the ancient Scythians, it is here, according to many beliefs, that the crown of everything is hidden - the entrance to the legendary Shambhala. This is the place that you can’t visit in a hurry, trying to “gallop” run through the most interesting and put a tick, you need to approach Altai seriously and thoughtfully, open your soul to it and then it will answer you in the same way - it will enchant, bewitch and remain another scar on heart, and you will again and again come to his call.

Severe and impregnable at first glance, the North Chuysky Range will meet you with stunning views and fabulous glaciers that you can not only see, but also touch with your hands. The mysterious Ukok Plateau is the tomb of the "Altai Princess" - desert lunar landscapes. The famous Teletskoye Lake - the silent beauty of dark waters and the waterfalls of Kishte and Korbu. highest point Gorny Altai- Mount Belukha (4506 m.), shrouded in mysticism and legends, will attract with power and primordial strength. The recalcitrant Katun will open before you new world its picturesque shores. Denisova cave will turn back time and take you to 50,000-45,000 years BC. e., you will be able to see with your own eyes real excavations, and perhaps become a witness to another archaeological sensation, and this place is far from the only archaeological find of this magnitude. Tickle your nerves as you cross the suspension bridge to the sacred island of Patmos and admire the small wooden church Holy Apostle John the Theologian. Look into the eyes of a stone Mongol warrior in the Adyr-Kan sanctuary, perhaps it is for you, he will tell the secrets of being and time. Marvel at the stone mushrooms Ak-Kurum in the tract of the same name, this is a unique a natural phenomenon, unfortunately, it does not last forever and is destroyed every year under the pressure of the elements, perhaps our children and great-grandchildren will no longer be able to enjoy it, so let's not miss our chance. Enjoy the stunning view of the Katun and its surroundings from the top of the Devil's Finger mountain, it's not easy to get there, but it's quite possible and really worth it. Be sure to visit the "four brothers" - granite rocks near the Belokurikha resort. According to legend, the rocks are four brothers who were punished by God because they wanted to fall asleep. unusual lake with hot springs and kill his fifth brother, who did not agree with them. Do not forget about the famous resort itself, for the second year in a row it was recognized as the most the best resort, and for the beauty of these places it was nicknamed "Russian Switzerland". In addition to all of the above, museums, nature reserves, countless gorges, caves, passes, waterfalls and lakes await you. For lovers active rest and extreme fishing, hunting, rafting and much more.

Air flight Moscow-Gorno-Altaisk, on average, will cost you 13 thousand rubles, travel time - 4.5 hours. All flights from St. Petersburg fly through Moscow. By train from Moscow, you can get to Biysk (on average, the reserved seat is about 6 thousand rubles and the travel time is 2.5 days) and from there you can get to Gorno-Altaisk by bus, if necessary. All trains from St. Petersburg go through Moscow. The most popular and convenient way to travel around Altai is by car. The distance Moscow - Gorno-Altaisk along the highway is 3800 km, and in a straight line - 3134 km. In Altai, it is most popular to stay at recreation centers or relax in sanatoriums. The cost of living in a double room is from 1500 per day per person.

1. KARELIA

Karelia is original and harsh, beautiful and mysterious, amazing and mystical. Start your acquaintance with Karelia from its capital, Petrozavodsk, take a walk along the most beautiful embankment Lake Onega and breathe in the scent of over 300 years of this city's history. Visit an outstanding monument ancient architecture peoples of the north - a museum-reserve on the island of Kizhi. Perhaps this is the most popular and visited place in Karelia, striking in its originality and historical value. The uniqueness of the complex lies in the concentration of a huge number of historical monuments on an island just 7 km long, which is under the protection of UNESCO. No less ethnographic and cultural significance is the island of Valaam and the famous Valaam Monastery- in past, spiritual center Orthodox Rus'. Improve your health in the oldest Russian resort, founded by Peter I in 1719 - Marcial Waters. The resort is famous for its ferruginous-mineral springs, and where else can you combine historical, educational and recreational? All the beauty and diversity of the nature of these places has collected in itself famous nature reserve Kivach, on the territory of which there is a waterfall of the same name, and it is absolutely unforgivable to come to this amazing republic and not visit it. You should definitely see the pride of Karelia - Onega Petroglyphs- ancient drawings 6 thousand years old. For impressions, go to Mount Vottovaara - the most mystical place in this region and Mount Sampo - considered a place of power - in ancient times, pagan rites and sacrifices were held here. Admire the majestic marble canyon in the Ruskeala Mountain Park, where the famous white marble was mined, decorating the palaces of St. Petersburg and beyond. Labyrinths on the Solovetsky Islands, ancient volcanoes, unique Karelian villages, picturesque walks along the Ladoga and Onega lakes - all this wealth is waiting for your appearance to conquer and sink into your soul forever.

The most popular option for getting to Petrozavodsk is the train, which is fast and very budget friendly. Direct trains to Petrozavodsk run regularly both from Moscow and even more so from St. Petersburg. Travel time is about 5 hours (from St. Petersburg) and you can save a lot if you choose seats - the cost is from 500 rubles, the cost of a reserved seat is from 850. If you are traveling from St. Petersburg, the bus option is also suitable for you, time the journey takes about 9 hours, the ticket price is from 600 rubles, depending on the season.

The cost of living in a double room will cost from 1.8 thousand rubles per day per room, and a bed in a 7-bed hostel room is only 400 rubles per day, an apartment can be rented for a thousand rubles per day.

1. BAIKAL

You can get to the Komi Republic by plane, train and car of your choice. A direct flight Moscow-Syktyvkar-Moscow will cost you 10 thousand rubles, on average, a similar flight from St. Petersburg is cheaper - about 8 thousand rubles. Travel time is about 2 hours. A trip on the Moscow-Syktyvkar train will cost you about 4 thousand rubles one way for a seat in the reserved seat, from St. Petersburg - from 2.5 thousand rubles. Travel time is just over a day. The distance to Syktyvkar from Moscow will be 1370 km, from St. Petersburg - 2098 km.

Hotels in Syktyvkar are very, very inexpensive, the average price per room is 700 rubles per day.

1. KALININGRAD. KALININGRAD REGION.

You can organize a tour of the Golden Ring either on your own or by contacting tour operators. Undoubtedly, by purchasing a tour you will save yourself the headache of how to get there and where to go, what to see. There are a lot of offers, you can go both for 2 days and for a week or more. In addition to visiting the main cities, you will be offered extended options. If you still decide to travel on your own, it is recommended to carefully plan the route. It is better to start the journey with a visit to the city of Sergiev Posad. It is very convenient to go around the ring by car, heading to Pereslavl-Zalessky. It is necessary to organize your route in such a way as to visit all the main cities of the Golden Ring, and Suzdal is recommended to end your trip. The route of visiting the Golden Ring can be different and take a different amount of time, any of the cities is a real pearl of our past. If you plan a route from St. Petersburg, then you can start from Yaroslavl. bypass Yaroslavl region such cities as Uglich, Tutaev, Rostov the Great, and then go towards the Vladimir region. Such cities as Ivanovo, Pereslavl-Zalessky, Sergiev Posad. And complete the journey in Kostroma. In addition, you can travel not only in a circle, but also radially. The choice is yours!

In each of these cities, it is quite possible to find housing of various price levels and needs.

you know the most The best way see the world? Undoubtedly, this is travel, and alone. So you can satisfy your desires, take an open look at original places, cultures and traditions, without relying on someone else's opinion. To travel alone means to rediscover yourself.

Would you like to go hiking popular routes? Take a sip of delicious coffee in famous cafes? Get aesthetic pleasure from going to a museum or a famous concert hall? Meet other travelers, make new friends and leave precious memories? Feel free to go and do it alone. Of course, you will be interested only in the best places on the planet, which we will tell you about now.

New Zealand

New Zealand made it to our list of the best destinations as it has everything your heart desires for any adventure seeker. Lush vegetation everywhere, mesmerizing views of mountains, valleys and plains... all this served as the perfect backdrop for the events of one of the greatest movie hits of all time, The Lord of the Rings.

Despite being ranked 4th out of 162 on the Global Peace Index for safer living, this country has adventures that will give you an adrenaline rush. There you can try bungee jumping, go on a sea voyage, hiking or ride a bike through the picturesque countryside where you can meet friendly locals. With such a busy pastime, you will forget that you are on a trip without a companion. Don't know where to start? Go to the capital of adventure, a real paradise for travelers.

Norway

Norway is one of the countries famous for its picturesque fjords (narrow but deep bays between sheer cliffs). To make the transition along them is an opportunity that cannot be missed, because nature in those places arranges a free spectacle for travelers - a bewitching northern lights, the magnificence of which cannot be described in words!

The coast of Norway stretches for 1500 km, and wherever you look, you will find stunning views everywhere. This is definitely one of the most beautiful places A land that you simply must visit if you like to travel. Norway is tenth in the list of the most safe countries– has untouched natural beauty with a cool climate where even the winter sun is itself warmed by the warmth of the locals.

Switzerland

Switzerland is known not only as a safe place to stay, ranking fifth on the Global Peace Index, but also as a country with breathtaking scenery despite its small size. System public transport works smoothly and efficiently, so you can easily explore city after city on your own. Just wander the streets and you will feel the congenial atmosphere of these enchanting cities like Zurich. Even walking or shopping alone, you will never feel out of place, because, as a rule, the Swiss are quite isolated from each other. After putting on a pair of reliable hiking boots, go on a tour of the city and make sure that everyone should visit.

Little Switzerland has a spectacular landscape to suit all tastes: green fields, rolling hills, snow-capped mountains, colorful valleys, sparkling glaciers. All this indisputably testifies that whole generations of Swiss from year to year zealously guard the natural beauty of their country.

Costa Rica

There is a country in Central America that every tourist must visit, whether he is traveling alone or with a group. They say it's the most happy place in the world - . Gifted with vibrant diversity natural wonders, it can show everything from magnificent river valleys and majestic volcanoes to the inviting beaches along the coast, where surfing is a lifestyle not to be missed. Of course, you can also enjoy other views there. water sports. It is believed that many types of entertainment and adventure travel originate there.

A trip to the foggy forests will give you an incomparable experience. This phenomenon excites not only tourists, but also scientists. In these forests in Costa Rica, humidity levels are always consistently high, which brings down the temperature considerably. So in addition to hiking boots, you will definitely need to bring a warm sweater. Well, the 42nd place in the list of safe countries for living allows this country to replenish the history with stories about peaceful and happy people.

Austria

Third on the Global Peace Index, Austria is a real boon for solo travellers. Travel within this small country- pure pleasure. It can offer any visitor a tour of taste filled with true Austrian tradition, with its famous concert halls, historical museums, world-famous cafes and an efficient transport system. The country is famous not only for its natural beauty and stunning landscapes, but also for its rich musical culture. Remember, Mozart himself comes from Austria.

So, if you love art culture, baroque architecture, dense forests and emerald lakes, as well as rich and unsurpassed culinary traditions, you can get it all at once in Austria.

Traveling alone is a chance to try something new, something you have never experienced before. In addition, rooms for one person are always available and will save you a nice amount. There are also some other helpful tips:

• plan the whole trip in advance, thinking through all the details, especially pay attention to accommodation;
• learn to take only what you need with you - this way, your luggage will be much easier;
• always have a mobile phone with you when roaming with all the necessary contacts;
• tell people you trust about your travel itinerary;
• always trust your inner voice.