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It’s time to get ready for a trip to the South of Russia, because the Lotus Festival in Kalmykia is coming soon — the main tourist holiday of the summer!

On August 9, 2025, the Lagansky District of mysterious Kalmykia will become the center of cultural, sports and gastronomic life in the South of Russia, a source in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia reported today. Read the rest of this entry »

From June 30 to July 6, the opening hours of the National Center “Russia” in Moscow will change

Monday, June 30, is a weekly technical day intended for a thorough inspection and general cleaning of all premises so that visitors’ stay in the space of the National Center “Russia” is as comfortable and safe as possible.

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Tourism in Yaroslavl: Theater Week

From June 23 to June 30, Yaroslavl will host Theater Week, dedicated to the celebration of the 275th anniversary of the founding of the Russian State Academic Drama Theater named after Fyodor Grigorievich Volkov!

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The Republic of Altai presented the region’s tourist brand on June 9. The event, which took place at the TASS press center, was attended by Deputy Chairman of the republic’s government Alexander Prokopyev and First Deputy Minister of Economic Development of the Altai Republic Olga Filipenkova.

“The Altai Republic has got its own official brand. The brand “Altai” will mark the verified, Read the rest of this entry »

Registration for Let’s Travel! International Tourism Forum now open to media

Representatives of the media and blogosphere will be able to register online from 27 May to 9 June 2025 for the Let’s Travel! International Tourism Forum, scheduled for 10–15 June in Moscow.
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Recently the delegation of the State of Qatar headed by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ahmed Nasser Al Thani visited the Republic of Kalmykia.

According to the press service of Roscongress, the visit took place within the framework of a study tour aimed at exploring the natural and tourist potential of the region and strengthening international cooperation in the field of environmental protection and sustainable development. Read the rest of this entry »

Tourism is an important part of the economy of any region. In Udmurtia they have decided to rely on authenticity and emotions to attract tourists. In the republic you can attend a ball of the XIX century, become a participant of an ancient rite or try dumplings with a dozen fillings – and all this within one region.
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Moscow City Tourism Committee launches summer tourism campaign tailored to Middle Eastern visitors

Moscow welcomes Middle Eastern travelers to a luxurious summer of culture, nature, and celebration

The Moscow City Tourism Committee has officially announced its summer programme welcoming travelers from the Middle East, unveiling a curated series of cultural festivals, luxury experiences, and family-friendly events across the Russian capital. Designed to offer a refreshing escape from the Gulf heat, this season’s calendar highlights Moscow’s commitment to positioning itself as a premier destination for high-end tourism and cultural exploration. Read the rest of this entry »

Statistics about tourism in Russia

Here are some of the most current statistics available and the time of publication about tourism in Russia:

• In 2019, Russia welcomed approximately 24 million international tourists, generating $11.4 billion in tourism revenue. (Source: World Tourism Organization)
• The top five source countries for international tourists to Russia in 2019 were China, Germany, South Korea, the United States, and Finland. (Source: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation)
• Domestic tourism is also significant in Russia, with over 70 million trips taken by Russians within their own country in 2019. (Source: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation)
• Moscow and St. Petersburg are the two most popular destinations for both international and domestic tourists in Russia. (Source: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation)
• In 2019, tourism accounted for approximately 3.5% of Russia’s GDP. (Source: World Travel and Tourism Council)
• The tourism industry in Russia provides employment for approximately 4 million people. (Source: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation)
• Russia has over 57,000 hotels and other accommodation options, with a total of over 1.6 million rooms. (Source: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation)
• The majority of international tourists to Russia visit for leisure purposes, with business travel and visiting friends and relatives also common reasons for travel. (Source: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation)
• The most popular time to visit Russia is during the summer months of June to August, although winter tourism is also growing in popularity due to the country’s winter sports offerings. (Source: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation)

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Tourist routes in Russia include a travel around the Golden Ring of ancient cities, trip to Kalmykia and Dagestan, cruises on the rivers including the Volga, and long journeys on the Trans-Siberian Railway.

Diverse regions and ethnic cultures of Russia offer different foods and souvenirs, and show a variety of traditions, including Russian Maslenitsa, Tatar Sabantuy, or Siberian shamanist rituals.
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