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Tourism around the world is developing at an incredible rate every year. Someone goes abroad, someone prefers to rest at home. Of course, many people like to travel to different countries, but, unfortunately, not everyone has the strength and money for such trips. Therefore, such people prefer to rest in their country. Russia is the largest and most vast country in the world, boasting ancient architecture and stunning nature. There is definitely something to see in this country. And, on the eve of winter, you should pay attention to the 10 most popular winter resorts in Russia.
10 Big Woodyavr
In the Khibiny there is a very modern and popular ski resort – Bolshoy Vudyavr. Khibiny is a mountain range located on the Kola Peninsula. On Mount Aikuaivenchorr, or rather on its southern slope, the trails of this resort pass. Extremely unusual climatic conditions allow skiing here from November to May. You can also see the northern lights in winter. In summer there is an opportunity to use a long daylight hours. The lake of the same name, which supplies the local population with water, is located at the foot of this mountain. Translated from the local dialect, Aikuaivenchorr means “mountain lake”.
9. Sable Mountain
This fabulous place is located just 1,5 km from Lake Baikal. It massively attracts tourists from all over Russia with its beautiful trails, breathtaking views of the great Lake Baikal, incomparable Siberian cuisine and much more. This ski resort in 2010 won the “Best Resort for Beginner Skiers” award. Unfortunately, Sobolina Gora has two minor drawbacks: remoteness from Central Russia and an insufficient number of ski slopes for experienced skiers. Other than that, it’s the perfect place for a winter vacation.
8. Rosa Khutor
This resort is the newest and most modern resort in Krasnaya Polyana. Many tourists consider Rosa Khutor the best Russian ski resort. The name of this object was given by the surname of the Estonian family – Roosa, whose farm was located on the site of the current resort. Moreover, Rosa Khutor does not position itself as part of Krasnaya Polyana and can offer tourists a huge area for skiing, hotels on 2 mountain levels and its own infrastructure. At the very bottom of this object are shops, bars, hotels and restaurants. Rosa Plateau is home to the Olympic Village.
7. Elbrus region
Once you get to this place, you will never be the same again. The Elbrus region is a separate world, the beauty of which drives you crazy. There are huge mountain peaks, frosty fresh air and breathtaking mountain trails. And even if the Elbrus region is not the most modern resort, the lag in modernization is more than compensated by the natural beauty and ski slopes, which will cause an adrenaline rush in anyone. Azau Polyana is located at the foot of Mount Elbrus. It offers tourists hotels, cafes and various entertainment venues.
6. Sheregesh
The largest Siberian resort and one of the most visited in Russia is Sheregesh. The snow in this place is special – it is soft and fluffy, it never hardens. The holiday season lasts from November to May. Sheregesh can offer many trails of varying difficulty, the total length of which is over 35 kilometers. This resort is constantly evolving. Sheregesh is one of the largest cities in Siberia, where a huge number of hotels, cafes and many other entertainment venues are located.
5. Dombay
In Karachay-Cherkessia, there is the most popular Caucasian ski resort – Dombay. This is a very beautiful place that will allow you to admire the beauty of the mountains, inexpensive prices and the friendliness of the locals. Dombay boasts a huge area for freeride instead of difficult ski slopes. Hotels here are inexpensive. The season runs from December to April. Every year, Dombay is developing very strongly, due to the fact that this place is very popular. We also visit the resort in summer.
4. Mountain air
Mountain Air is located in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. Truly bewitching landscapes, seasoned with clean mountain air, give unforgettable fabulous emotions. Mountain air has its own professional rescue service, equipment rental and many trails with a total length of 25 kilometers. The routes are suitable for both beginners and experienced skiers. The elevation difference is about 500 meters.
3. Igor
The all-season resort Igora is located in Central Russia. It was opened at the beginning of 2006. Igor can offer a lot of ski lifts, slopes of varying difficulty, a spa center and much more. In 2010, the Ice Palace was also opened. This modern resort is very popular not only for its beauty, but also for its very convenient location. Igora often became the venue for various slalom and snowboard competitions. The winter season runs from December to April. In summer, the resort is no less popular, thus attracting more and more tourists every year.
2. Abzakovo
Abzakovo is located in the mountains of Bashkiria. The resort is popular not only among Russians, but also among residents of neighboring countries. The resort offers many slopes of different difficulty levels. There are personal trainer services. There are many hotels near Abzakovo, some of which have ski slopes. Prices for food and accommodation are very loyal.
1. Volen
This resort is located only 46 kilometers from Moscow. It is very popular not only among residents of Moscow, but also among nearby cities. A large number of slopes attracts beginners and skiing professionals. A very developed infrastructure and beautiful landscapes attract a huge number of tourists. The maximum length of the runs is about 450 meters. Several lifts are in operation. There is an inexpensive rental of equipment and equipment. In addition, there are private lessons with experienced instructors.