{"id":673090,"date":"2022-10-13T11:18:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T08:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/?p=673090"},"modified":"2022-02-04T16:52:28","modified_gmt":"2022-02-04T13:52:28","slug":"where-to-go-with-children-in-sochi-20-most-interesting-places","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/where-to-go-with-children-in-sochi-20-most-interesting-places\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to go with children in Sochi – 20 most interesting places"},"content":{"rendered":"

The tourist pearl of Russia in the eyes of numerous tourists corresponds to the notion of a reference family vacation. The domestic Riviera is famous for its natural attractions<\/a>, cultural and entertainment facilities, modern facilities and park complexes.<\/p>\n

Amusement park “Sochi Park”<\/h2>\n

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The theme park “Sochi Park” is a wonderful place for an exciting pastime for family tour<\/a>ists. Russian Disneyland guarantees visitors a charge of positive emotions. The territory of 25 hectares is decorated in the style of Russian folk tales and epics, which reflects the rich cultural and historical heritage of the state.<\/p>\n

All kinds of attractions and buildings with colorful facades, alleys with sculptures and masterpieces of landscape design, fountains and reservoirs, pavilions and labyrinths, playgrounds and eateries – all this creates a festive atmosphere and leaves a lot of pleasant impressions.<\/p>\n

The park has a complex of entertainment facilities for visitors of all ages. Such extreme rides as “Quantum Leap”, “Serpent Gorynych” and “Fire Bird” are popular.<\/p>\n

Tourists will experience a feeling of free fall from a height of more than 60 meters, high-speed skiing on exciting dizzying slides along spiral and vertical planes, flying on a majestic boat, as well as descents and ascents on various giant swings.<\/p>\n

Very young visitors to the park will love the classic chain carousels with rotating booths and other rides adapted for children<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Adler<\/a> Monkey Nursery<\/h2>\n

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The only research institute of primatology in Russia is located in the Adler district of Sochi. The monkey nursery, whose history<\/a> dates back to 1927, is of great importance for medical science.<\/p>\n

On the example of primates, vaccines and drugs are being tested, various human diseases are being studied, and bold experiments are being performed. In free time from scientific activities, the nursery is open for visiting tour groups.<\/p>\n

On an area of \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b100 hectares contains about four thousand experimental individuals. Among them you can see African and Asian monkeys: baboons, macaques, hamadryas, monkeys and many other primates.<\/p>\n

Tourists will be curious to get acquainted with the daily life of animals and learn about the peculiarities of their behavior in various situations. Monkeys live in open and closed well-maintained enclosures. The nursery is proud of its wards who have been in space.<\/p>\n

Dolphinarium “Riviera”<\/h2>\n

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Sochi Dolphinarium “Riviera” is one of the popular cultural and entertainment facilities of the Black Sea resort. The smartest marine mammals will bring extraordinary pleasure to the audience with their performances. Dolphins, walruses, beluga whales, fur seals and lions demonstrate their skills and dexterity in a spectacular performance with great pleasure.<\/p>\n

Talented, charming and hardworking inhabitants of the dolphinarium masterfully perform acrobatic stunts, deftly dance incendiary dances, masterfully play with balls, gracefully jump through hanging hoops and crossbars.<\/p>\n

The spacious auditorium of the Riviera Dolphinarium can accommodate more than 1,000 people. Seating is located under an amphitheater-shaped roof next to the pool. Visitors are given the opportunity to take a course of dolphin therapy, which is beneficial for relax<\/a>ation and rehabilitation of a person.<\/p>\n

Olympic Park<\/h2>\n

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The resort capital of Russia gained worldwide popularity thanks to the 2014 Winter Olympics. The main sports events and competitions were held in the Olympic Park, which still attracts many tourists today.<\/p>\n

It is located on the Black Sea coast in the Imeretinskaya lowland of Adler. The park is an area where stunning sports arenas are located: stadiums, ice palaces and training centers.<\/p>\n

The majestic buildings fascinate with their architectural features. The buildings have intricate geometric shapes, outwardly resembling a mountain peak, a frozen drop, or a gigantic hockey puck. With the onset of dusk, each building is illuminated with charming illumination.<\/p>\n

The park covers an area of \u200b\u200b200 hectares. In addition to sports facilities, here you can see the color-musical fountain – the “Bowl of the Olympic Flame”.<\/p>\n

This unique building embodies a fabulous firebird, whose hundred-meter wings form a pool. The impressive construction is crowned with a steel crest directed upwards, which served as a torch during the Olympics. The water extravaganza is created by 246 cannons installed in the pool.<\/p>\n

Museum<\/a> of Nikola Tesla<\/h2>\n

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During a family walk through the territory of the Olympic Park, vacationers should pay attention to the electric museum named after Nikola Tesla. The exhibits of this exciting scientific and educational corner clearly demonstrate the principles and laws of electricity. The basis of the exposition is an interactive exhibition of unique tools and devices, with the help of which museum visitors become direct participants in exciting physical experiments.<\/p>\n

Under the guidance of a professional guide<\/a>, tourists can create electric lightning discharges, light a lamp without power wires, pass 100,000 volts through themselves, shoot ball lightning from a special gun. The culmination of the show program is the Cage of Fear attraction.<\/p>\n

A brave stuntman, dressed in protective gear, literally juggles and plays with electric charges. Then one of the brave spectators is invited to be imprisoned in a closed grounded cage, which will be bombarded with high-voltage lightning.<\/p>\n

Mechanical Museum of Leonardo da Vinci<\/h2>\n

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On the territory of the Olympic Park there is an informative mechanical museum dedicated to the inventions of the versatile scientist, sculptor and artist Leonardo da Vinci. The halls exhibit amazing models, mechanisms and devices that convey the genius of engineering thought of the great genius of the Renaissance.<\/p>\n

The exhibits were collected by Russian restorers and scientists, according to original da Vinci drawings. The objects involved in the exposition are the oldest prototypes of modern devices, which is of genuine interest to both adults and children.
\nMuseum visitors can see the greatest inventions with their own eyes, as well as understand in practice the principle of their work. Among the presented popular reproductions, it is worth highlighting a catapult, a crossbow, a glider, a bicycle, a trebuchet, a perpetual motion machine, a hoist, a balloon, a searchlight and a jack.<\/p>\n

Professional guides tell the guests fascinating stories about each mechanism developed by Leonardo da Vinci in the 15th century.<\/p>\n

Rope “PandaPark”<\/h2>\n

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Among the splendor of the picturesque Caucasus Mountains, the Rosa Khutor<\/a> resort has organized an exciting and sporty place for an active family holiday. This is the PandaPark rope complex, where adults and children will get a lot of unforgettable impressions. Rope Park offers its guests the opportunity to experience physical abilities, agility, endurance and become participants in an adventure in the spirit of Indiana Jones.<\/p>\n

Route<\/a>s of different difficulty levels are laid between the branches of lush tall trees. Before the start of the trip, a safety briefing is given. Tourists with safety equipment will have to overcome an obstacle course at a height of 3 to 23 meters above the ground.<\/p>\n

On the way, participants of the routes expect suspended swinging platforms and pendulums, unstable narrow logs and steps, descents on zip lines, as well as ropes, barrels, bridges and bungee ropes.<\/p>\n

skypark<\/h2>\n

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In one of the fascinating corners of the Akhshtyr gorge, at an altitude of 207 meters, there is a unique Skypark entertainment complex. Above the valley of the Mzymta River rises a suspended pedestrian cable-stayed bridge, on which several impressive attractions are arranged.<\/p>\n

Lovers of adrenaline rush will especially like it here. The structure, more than 400 meters long, consists of a metal mesh, which causes a feeling of fragility of the structure.<\/p>\n

Tourists can simply walk along the bridge, enjoying the colorful splendor of the natural landscapes opening around. The viewers will see mighty mountain ranges, green forests, a river valley and the boundless Black Sea.<\/p>\n

The feeling of freedom and powerful energy will certainly overwhelm everyone who sets foot on the longest suspension bridge in Europe. Courageous visitors of Skypark are invited to make an unforgettable jump in the gorge, swing on a pendulum swing, fly with the help of trolls, a bungee or a steel rope.<\/p>\n

Oceanarium “Sochi Discovery World Aquarium”<\/h2>\n

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The largest and most famous oceanarium Sochi Discovery World Aquarium on the southern coast of Russia is located in the Adlerovsky district of Sochi. The two-storey building of about 6,000 square meters is beautifully decorated in the shape of a white and blue wave. The diversity of representatives of the flora and fauna of the underwater kingdom is amazing.<\/p>\n

Under the roof of the educational institution there are 30 different aquariums. Their total capacity exceeds five million liters of water. The exposition of the oceanarium is divided into separate zones for freshwater and marine life.<\/p>\n

Over 4,000 individuals from all over the world have been collected here. Aquariums, illuminated in different colors, are located among artificial rainforests, trees, lakes, rocks and waterfalls<\/a>. A special entourage is created by the twilight reigning in the premises.<\/p>\n

Enthusiastically looking around, visitors to the oceanarium will get acquainted with exotic colorful fish species, sharks, jellyfish, moray eels, turtles, stingrays, seahorses, shrimps and many other inhabitants of the underwater world.<\/p>\n

The main attraction of the aquarium is the tunnel, which is 44 meters long. It recreates the illusion of the seabed with sparkling coral reefs, outlandish plants and a sunken ship. Behind the glass next to and above the heads of the audience floats all sorts of microscopic and gigantic living creatures.<\/p>\n

Ethnographic Center “Visiting the Husky”<\/h2>\n

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Surrounded by majestic mountain peaks and a fir forest, at an altitude of 960 meters above sea level, there is an ethnographic park “Visiting the Husky”. This is a great place where tourists can join the cultural traditions of the peoples of the North, as well as get up close and personal with charming huskies. Siberian dogs are distinguished by the highest level of intelligence.<\/p>\n

They are the closest relatives of wolves, which is confirmed by their piercing, heartbreaking howl. Dogs of this breed faithfully and faithfully serve the peoples of the North. Furry friends are harnessed to sleds that serve as vehicles in the snowy regions of Russia. A photo<\/a> session, a walk and communication with blue-eyed docile dogs will bring great pleasure to both children and adults.<\/p>\n

Guests of the ethnographic center will be interested to learn about the features of keeping these wonderful pets. On the territory of the park, the portable dwelling of the Siberian peoples attracts attention. This is a traditional chum, which is a conical tent covered with deer skins. Inside the building are decorative house<\/a>hold items.<\/p>\n

Entertainment complex “Galaktika”<\/h2>\n

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Social and cultural center “Galaktika” offers visitors of all ages a wide range of entertainment for every taste. The majestic multifunctional modern complex was built at an altitude of 550 meters above sea level in the picturesque mountain valley of the village of Esto-Sadok.<\/p>\n

The originality of the building is given by diagonal walls, a sloping roof and LED lighting. The facade is lined with glass panels. The area of \u200b\u200bthe complex “Galaktika” is about 50 thousand square meters. Its infrastructure will satisfy even the most demanding and demanding tourists.<\/p>\n

Guests have at their disposal a water park, an ice skating rink, a bowling alley, a billiards club, three cinemas, a shopping gallery, a concert hall, a children's interactive educational center, an aqua park and much more.<\/p>\n

Water attractions of the complex cause a lot of positive emotions in people of any age. The water park consists of pools<\/a>, water cannons, slides, waterfalls and a jacuzzi. For young tourists, a separate children's area with shallow pools is organized.<\/p>\n

State Circus<\/h2>\n

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The Sochi State Circus is one of the most popular places for exciting pastime for adults and children of all ages. A magnificent building of a traditional round shape rises against the backdrop of the endless azure sea space next to an amazing garden and park complex.<\/p>\n

The arena can accommodate 2,000 spectators at a time. From the first minutes of their stay in the circus, visitors will feel the atmosphere of celebration and magic.<\/p>\n

Spacious lobbies are decorated with colorful mosaic panels depicting figures of fabulous animals. Circus posters are regularly full of exciting programs of famous domestic and foreign artists. Performances are famous for their originality and entertainment.<\/p>\n

Acrobats, aerialist<\/a>s, tightrope walkers, clowns, animal trainers of all kinds and many other performers of amazing tricks make the audience applaud enthusiastically. Performances are accompanied by light and laser effects, as well as show ballet performances.<\/p>\n

Park “Riviera”<\/h2>\n

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Cultural recreation park “Riviera” is among the popular picturesque corners of Sochi. It welcomes its guests with well-groomed shady alleys and flower beds, coniferous and tropical age-old trees, luxurious rose gardens and beautiful sculptural compositions. The lush greenery of various exotic plantings gives the park a special flavor.<\/p>\n

Over 200 species of plants grow on an area of \u200b\u200b15 hectares. A walk through the Riviera Park will leave only positive impressions in the memory of vacationers. Amazing conditions have been created here, both for a measured relaxing holiday and for active entertainment.<\/p>\n

Children will especially like the presence of a huge number of attractions. In this wonderful place you can find roller coasters, carousels, go-karts, a race track, a fear room, a Ferris wheel, shooting galleries, a free fall tower, a railway, labyrinths and many other attractions.<\/p>\n

The dolphinarium, oceanarium, zoo, as well as green and equestrian theater are popular. For fans of sports games organized tennis courts and basketball courts.<\/p>\n

giant's house<\/h2>\n

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On the territory of the Riviera Park there is an unusual place where you should definitely look with children. This is a house where guests are given the opportunity to feel like midgets in the land of giants. The rooms are furnished with giant pieces of furniture and everyday life, as well as various huge things. Their colossal size causes awe and surprise among visitors.<\/p>\n

The attraction will especially impress children, because they can climb into a can of condensed milk with pleasure, climb onto a huge chair, try to make an entry in the giant's diary with a pencil, visit the microwave, fit in a suitcase or climb into the owner's shoes. The interiors of the premises will become an original backdrop for family photos.<\/p>\n

Zoo “White Kangaroo”<\/h2>\n

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On the territory of the Oktyabrsky Sochi sanatorium, the White Kangaroo Zoo is open to everyone. Favorable conditions for the habitat of numerous species of animals and birds have been created here. Among them there are unique and exotic representatives of the flora of African deserts, South American jungles, Australian savannahs and protected areas of Asia.<\/p>\n

The animals are kept in spacious enclosures under the close supervision of veterinarians. In the compact zoo you can see panther, bear, zebra, cheetah, tiger, kangaroo, lion, leopard and many other animals. Peacocks with loose colorful tails roam freely and gracefully along the well-groomed paths. The picturesque area of \u200b\u200bthe zoo adds positive emotions.<\/p>\n

Walking alleys, between which there are enclosures, are literally immersed in thickets of lush trees, flowers and shrubs. Sanatorium “October” has a fairly developed infrastructure. For children, there is a play area with slides, swings, trampolines, labyrinths and sandboxes. Adults are invited to swim in the indoor pool or visit the sports ground.<\/p>\n

AquaLoo water park<\/h2>\n

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The unique entertainment complex of water attractions “AquaLoo” is one of the favorite places for guests of the resort capital of Russia. This is the only water park on the Black Sea coast, the slides of which are filled with warm sea water, and the pools are open all year round. The water park consists of an open and closed area. Visitors to the complex can use the services of spa treatments, saunas, solarium, jacuzzi and cafeteria.<\/p>\n

Young vacationers will enjoy swimming in pools with inflatable rings and toys. Numerous slides up to 150 meters long are equipped with high-speed descents and ornate turns, which guarantee immersion in an atmosphere of carefree joy.<\/p>\n

Pools with artificial waves, waterfalls and water cannons offer tourists a lot of dizzying experiences.<\/p>\n

Aquapark Lighthouse<\/h2>\n

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Under the open sky along the coast of the azure Black Sea is the water park “Mayak”. This entertainment facility with numerous water attractions is equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable family vacation.<\/p>\n

There are a variety of slides, pools, cascades of waterfalls, water cannons and tipping barrels. The water park has direct access to a spacious sandy beach. For children, there is a playground with low slides, a shallow pool, rope ladders, labyrinths and sports equipment.<\/p>\n

Visitors to the water park can stay in a green area with palm trees, equipped with sun loungers and sun umbrellas. Descent along breathtaking slides with steep slopes, twisting turns and intricate spirals will give vacationers unforgettable emotions. Bars and restaurants are located within the complex.<\/p>\n

Singing Fountains<\/h2>\n

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Singing fountains are one of the expressive sights<\/a> of the resort. To the accompaniment of a sounding melody, jets of water rush up, illuminated by multi-colored lights. They literally dance, twist intricately, change their height and power of pressure. This creates the effect of water moving to the beat of a musical composition. Tourists can enjoy the enchanting performances of singing fountains while walking along Platanovaya Alley and Flag Square.<\/p>\n

The main miracle of engineering ideas, the contemplation of which makes an indelible impression, is located in the Olympic Park. The grandiose and famous fountain was built in the form of a symbolic figure resembling a fabulous firebird with a fiery crest.<\/p>\n

Its wings form the bowl of the pool, where the main action of the mesmerizing show takes place. The extravaganza of music and light is combined with multidirectional synchronous movements of jets rising up to 70 meters. The fountain is equipped with 264 water nozzles.<\/p>\n

Trampoline center “Art of flight”<\/h2>\n

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The trampoline sports center “Art of flight”, located at the lower station of the Alpika-Service cable car, offers its guests a carefree and useful pastime for the whole family. Here, adults and young lovers of an active lifestyle can learn how to jump on various trampolines and perform acrobatic stunts with maximum pleasure.<\/p>\n

Being engaged on trampolines, children strengthen their muscles and learn to coordinate the body. Jumping is available to people with any physical fitness. At the disposal of visitors to the Art of flight complex there are professional and amateur trampolines, as well as pools with foam rubber cubes, inflatable gymnastic tracks and many other interesting sports equipment.<\/p>\n

Sirius Science and Art Park<\/h2>\n

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On the basis of the Olympic infrastructure, the Sirius Educational Center, unique for Russia, was founded. Its task<\/a>s are to find, develop and professionally support talented children who have shown abilities in the field of science, art and sports. In the building of the former Olympic press center, the doors of Sirius Park are open to a wide audience.<\/p>\n

This is a modern platform where every visitor can get acquainted with world and domestic advanced technologies, scientific discoveries of creative intellectual youth, as well as learn about the professions of the future. The park consists of laboratories, classrooms and workshops equipped with modern equipment.<\/p>\n

Master classes, engineering and scientific show programs are held for teenagers and adult guests of the Sirius Center. Of genuine interest is the design and launch of rockets, the control of various eye movement mechanisms, the review of microscopes, the development<\/a> of pottery, the painting of ceramic products, and the mastery of 3D printers. Park employees demonstrate physical and chemical experiments in an interactive and accessible form.<\/p>\n

Excursions<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Sightseeing tours<\/a> of the resort pearl of the Black Sea coast of Russia will allow tourists to appreciate the diverse potential of the city and see its main unique sights. Professional guides have prepared exciting programs for the guests, which include visits to magnificent picturesque places.<\/p>\n

Historical monuments of architecture and grandiose modern buildings, amazing sea horizons and lush subtropical vegetation, majestic mountain amphitheaters and alpine meadows – all this will remain in the memory of tourists for many years.<\/p>\n

In the footsteps of the Old Man Hottabych<\/h3>\n

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An erudite guide and an expert in his field invites tourists to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the popular Soviet film for children – “Old Man Hottabych”. Some of the events of the film were filmed in 1956 on the territory of the sanatorium named after Sergo Ordzhonikidze.<\/p>\n

Frames from the fairy tale show the audience a magnificent palace surrounded by an amazing landscaped park, where the Soviet people rest comfortably, sunbathing and doing exercises by the fountain.<\/p>\n

Today, one of the architectural masterpieces of Sochi has turned into an abandoned ghost resort. The monumental majestic building does not receive guests due to the reconstruction, which has dragged on since 2013. As part of a group, tourists will have the opportunity to see the preserved appearance of the palace.<\/p>\n

The guide will tell interesting information about the history and fate of the architectural ensemble. The facades of the buildings still amaze with their pompous appearance. Colonnades, balconies, open galleries, arched arcades, a six-column portico – all these elements of architecture create an atmosphere of fabulousness and mystery.<\/p>\n

Day of entertainment around the city<\/h3>\n

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A fascinating journey through the outskirts of the resort capital of Russia guarantees a lot of positive impressions. The program of the five-hour tour consists of viewing picturesque places where charming nature is in harmony with human labor activity.<\/p>\n

A group of tourists will go to the village of Kazachiy Brod, famous for its trout farm. It will be interesting to see more than a hundred small ponds in which blue, white and golden trout are bred. The trout farm will be replaced by a visit to the glassblower workshop.<\/p>\n

The process of the birth of exquisite glass figures from ordinary molten glass is amazing. The next stop for tourists will be the Akhshtyrskaya cave. This significant natural formation has been the habitat of the Neanderthal tribe for several epochs.<\/p>\n

The cave contains ancient rock paintings and other archaeological artifacts. At the end of the voyage, tourists will visit at an altitude of 207 meters above sea level. Thrill-seekers will find a walk along the bridge that runs over the river valley.<\/p>\n

“Keep moving”: Promenade performance in the Olympic Park<\/h3>\n

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With the help of modern technology, tourists can take part in an extraordinary excursion. A group of vacationers are offered to put on headphones with stereo sound and go for a walk in the Olympic Park.<\/p>\n

The voice of the guide will tell interesting stories about the construction and engineering features of grandiose structures. The dynamic route includes an external inspection of sports complexes, in the arenas of which hockey, figure skating, skating, curling competitions were held, as well as the official opening and closing ceremonies of the 2014 Winter Olympics.<\/p>\n

The architectural appearance of the stadiums resembles a frozen drop, a mountain peak, an iceberg and a sea wave. The voyage makes it possible to feel the atmosphere of the Olympic movement.<\/p>\n

Through Gagra to Lake Ritsa<\/h3>\n

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Alpine lake Ritsa is a natural pearl of Abkhazia and a popular place where vacationers are recommended to go accompanied by a professional erudite guide. Tourists will have a meaningful road trip through Gagra to Lake Ritsa.<\/p>\n

This amazing place is surrounded by majestic mountain snow-capped peaks and hills, the slopes of which are overgrown with dense forests. The amazing picturesque landscapes that open up are simply amazing.<\/p>\n

During a trip to a natural attraction, travelers can make a wish at the Maiden's Tears waterfall, admire the karst lake saturated with blue water, take excellent photos against the backdrop of the rocky rocks of the Stone Bag canyon and see I.V. Stalin. The guide will entertain you about the cultural and culinary traditions of the people of Abkhazia.<\/p>\n

funny monuments<\/h3>\n

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On the sunny streets of Sochi, you can find a whole scattering of unusual, bright and funny sculptural compositions that adorn the city's appearance and delight the eyes of numerous guests of the resort. An omniscient guide will take tourists on an interesting walk through the places where expressive and original monuments are installed.<\/p>\n

The voyage route includes visits to the Art Square, the central avenue, the Seaport Square and the Riviera Park. Curious vacationers will greet a one and a half meter long metal Horse in a coat, personifying the embodiment of an ironic Russian statement.<\/p>\n

Of interest is the legendary mythical Golden Fleece, stretched between two graceful columns. Tourists will see the creative sculpture of the annoying photographer Gogu, gnomes with a bag of gold, the father of an eagle owl in \u017dupan and many other works of art of sculpture.<\/p>\n

Interesting places<\/a> in Sochi for children on the map<\/h2>\n