1. It’s recommended to exchange money only in banks that operate on weekdays from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The exchange rate in private offices may be less favorable, and the services of private individuals should be abandoned.
2. Opening hours of museums and other cultural institutions should be specified in advance, as they can vary depending on season. You can see exact timetables and purchase tickets for cultural events at the tourist office.
3. In the city there are restaurants of different categories. Here it’s common to have a dinner quite early. Thus, all of the local restaurants don’t serve dinner later than 6:00 pm. Be sure to leave a monetary reward; a tip of 10% of the order would be sufficient. In upscale restaurants a service charge is usually included in the total score.
4. Stores open early, at 8:00 - 8:30 am, and serve visitors to 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Grocery stores can work around the clock; some trade pavilions are closed on Sundays.
6. Public transportation is represented in a network of buses and trolley buses, which can move freely throughout the territory. Bus service to neighboring towns is good enough. Payment for public transport is taken at the exit; there is a busman in a cabin doing this.
7. Travelers who expect to use taxi have to consider that the night tariff is used after 10:00 pm till 5:00 in the morning. It is usually twice of daily rate. It’s better to call a taxi by phone or take it on the special parking.
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9. Mains voltage is 220 V, before the trip be sure to check for compatibility and stock up necessary electrical adapters.