понедельник, 13 октября 2008 г.

What to see in Ekaterinburg


Being the third largest city in Russia Ekaterinburg offers everything for tourists that are fond of sightseeing. Here you can find historical monuments, churches, monasteries and other buildings that belong to the time of Peter the Great, the founder of the city.

Ekaterinburg played an important role in the history of the country, as many dramatic events took place there. It was the city, where the members of the Imperial family were murdered by Bolsheviks on July 16, 1918.

Ekaterinburg is also famous for its theatres and museums, as well as cinemas. But these are not the only attractions to see making this city an ideal destination for Russia vacations and for your next Russia tour.

Ekaterinburg Zoo can be a good place to relax, get positive emotions and view various animals that are brought there from different parts of the world. You can see thee polar bears that are playing with each other, raccoons that are always busy. There is a white tiger in the Zoo, which is really a rare example. The tiger is behind the glass, so you can come very close and admire its beauty. There are many birds of different kinds in the zoo that are singing beautifully all the time.

Ekaterinburg is a place where you can find everything for a good rest. You’ll surely enjoy your trip to the city of Ekaterinburg. Tip: ruble is the official Russian currency.