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The most beautiful places in Sochi are the hallmark of one of the most popular resort cities in Russia. The city has something to show and how to surprise its guests. Incredibly beautiful nature, architectural monuments and the warm Black Sea annually attract large flows of tourists. Having visited this amazing city and getting to know its local beauties, you will definitely want to come back here more than once.
10 Agur waterfalls
Agur waterfalls open the list of the most charming places of the resort town of Russia. Streams of Agura water fall rapidly down from a very high height. Due to their size and incredible beauty, these waterfalls have gained immense popularity among tourists. The largest is the Lower Falls, whose huge streams of water rush down from a thirty-meter height. Near this amazing place, there are also many attractions that are no less beautiful. These include Lake Devil’s Font, as well as White and Eagle Rocks.
9. Olympic Park
Olympic Park is the pride of Sochi and an incredibly beautiful place. Here are some of the most magnificent architectural structures. The most significant is the Fisht stadium, which is simply amazing in its scale. It is designed for forty thousand guests. The lion’s share of the park also falls on the Sochi Autodrom race track, where Formula 1 races were held. The Olympic village is also located here, which is worth a visit. A large number of modern masterpiece buildings make the Olympic Park the best Sochi place for recreation and entertainment.
8. Sochi Marine Terminal
Sochi Marine Terminal – one of the most beautiful places in Sochi. The architectural building has a tower equipped with a seventy-meter spire. In front of the entrance, near the main center, there is a fountain that adorns the monument of the goddess of navigation. This place is remarkable not only for its magnificent architectural structure, but also for the monument erected nearby in honor of one of the best films of the Soviet era, The Diamond Arm. Also near the station there is a square with beautiful palm trees and flowers.
7. Eagle rocks
Eagle rocks amaze not only with their beauty, but also with a panoramic view that opens from their top. Their height above sea level is only 379 meters. From here you can clearly see the Lower Agur waterfall and the Agura river itself. The observation deck of the rocks is decorated with a sculpture of Prometheus. It offers an incredible view of mountains such as Chugush, Achishkho and Pseashkho. This place, definitely, will not leave indifferent any tourist.
6. Sochi National Park
Sochi National Park – This is a huge protected area, the size of which exceeds 190 hectares. About seventy species of mammals live here, among which there are those that are in the Red Book, as they are on the verge of extinction. The park has become a habitat for many birds, there are about a hundred of their species here. A huge number of rivers, waterfalls flow in the park, and there are also many gorges and caves. Most of the territory of the park is occupied by forests. The Sochi National Park will surely amaze you with its unique beauty.
5. Yew-tree grove
Yew-tree grove is a nature reserve, where about fifty different plant species grow. Here you can find such rare plants that, perhaps, cannot be found anywhere else. For tourists, a couple of excursion roads have been laid here, along which it is allowed to move around this unique grove. In the reserve, in addition to the rich and rare flora, there are observation platforms from where a unique panoramic view of the White Rocks opens. This place indescribably delights absolutely all tourists who have visited a wonderful natural reserve.
4. Observation tower on Mount Akhun
Observation tower on Mount Akhun is a unique place with a rich history. The structure was erected on a hill in the first half of the twentieth century. The construction of the building began on the orders of Stalin, who ordered the tower to be erected as soon as possible. The tower was built in a hundred days. Now a beautiful panorama opens from here. From here you can see the ridge of the Caucasus Mountains, as well as the Black Sea. T3rists love this place for the indescribable beauty that opens up to their eyes. Also here you can visit the local museum, where stuffed animals of all animals that live in Sochi are kept.
3. 33 waterfalls
33 waterfalls captivate travelers with their beauty and grandeur. They are located in the valley of the river, which is known as Shahe. From a height of fourteen meters, one after another, a stream of raging waters rushes down. The waterfalls belong to the Dzhegosh River. The tourist has a unique opportunity to admire not only the waterfalls, but also the insanely beautiful local views when descending the stairs. There is a lot of vegetation, including boxwood trees, mosses, ferns and much more. Tourists who have been here take away with them a lot of impressions and unforgettable memories.
2. Park “Riviera
Park “Riviera – one of the best places in Sochi, which is definitely worth a visit. It has an incredible scale in area, which is about fifteen hectares. It contains multiple attractions, monuments, a planetarium, an oceanarium and much more. A monument of architecture deserves special attention here – the tower, which belonged to the founder of this amazing and picturesque place, Khludov. Especially beautiful is the evening and night Riviera, which begins to play with all the colors. This beautiful park leaves neither adults nor even young visitors indifferent. Tourists can relax here in full swing with the whole family.
1. Arboretum
Arboretum located on forty-nine hectares of land, which grows many different types of plants and trees. The landscaped area adorns the local excellent estate, and beautiful fountains and sculptures are placed throughout the area. The arboretum has very rare plants that grow both in Russia and abroad. There is definitely something to see and admire here. Peacocks and ostriches also live on the territory of the arboretum. You can also enjoy the local panoramic views with the help of the cable car, which is available here. The arboretum fascinates tourists with its scale, beauty and uniqueness.