Sightseeing in Krasnoyarsk - what to see. Complete travel guide

Early morning, Yenisey bridge 1. Krasnoyarsk is one of the major transport hubs of Siberia. The city has two large airports that regularly take flights from various cities in Russia. One of the airports is international.
2. The city can be visited at any time of the year, but it's important to keep in mind that winters are very cold here. The best time to come for fans of excursions and outdoor activities is the summer when they can admire nature and visit local reserves.
3. The city has quite a simple linear layout, which was designed in the likeness of St. Petersburg. It is very convenient to walk on foot so even inexperienced tourists will easily find popular attractions in the city.
4. Most tourists visit Krasnoyarsk in late spring and summer. Hotel rooms should be booked for this period in advance.
5. Nature enthusiasts should take into account that some luxury hotels are located right on the territory of large parks and nature reserves. They will be the best option for those who wish to get acquainted with natural attractions. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Most cultural attractions are located in areas on the left bank of the Yenisei. This is where fans of sightseeing tours should look for a hotel.
7. When it comes to souvenirs, one should pay special attention to handicrafts made of stone, bark, and wood. All of them are made by local craftsmen exclusively by hand.
8. In Krasnoyarsk, some specialized stores sell excellent healing herbal teas. Most of them are also collected and packaged by hand.
9. It is important to remember that locals are very careful about nature. Such a respectful attitude manifests itself literally in everything, including keeping the parks clean.
10. Nature reserves can only be visited accompanied by a guide. Walking on them alone is not allowed because of the difficult routes and wild animals living here.
11. Many of the monuments installed in the city are interactive. They can play music or tell about the history of attractions. One can learn about this kind of monuments from guidebooks.
12. For independent tourists, it would be comfortable to walk around the city with a map. The street arrangement is very simple here, so getting lost is almost impossible.
13. All fans of active entertainment will be interested in exploring Tatyshev Island. It is a huge open-air sports complex where you can do a variety of sports.
14. The most expensive restaurants and hotels of Krasnoyarsk are located in its central part, on the banks of the Yenisei. A huge selection of budget hotels is available in remote areas.
15. In Krasnoyarsk, car rental services are available to all active tourists. Due to local climatic conditions, It's recommended to use them in summer but refrain from driving a car by yourself in wintertime.
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