Top Things to do in Southern District
What to do and see in Southern District, Southern District: The Best Nature & Parks
Russia’s warmest region, South Russia covers a large area roughly bordered by the steppes in the north, the Caucasus Mountains in the south, Ukraine and the Black Sea in the west, and Kazakhstan and the Caspian Sea in the east. Long the blend of many cultures, the region is home to many interesting cities (like Volgograd, Derbent, Rostov-On-Don and Elista), several resort towns (like Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana), gorgeous outdoor areas (like Teberdinsky Nature Reserve), and a few national parks.
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1. Mountain Pshekha-Su
2. Cave Nezhnaya
3. Botanical Garden of Professor I. S. Kosenko
4. Mamedovo Canyon
5. Arboretum Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,878 reviews
The largest subtropical park in Russia contains more than 30 acres of stunning natural beauty.
Reviewed By Alexander_Kudrin - Samara, Russia
The old botanical park consists of an upper and lower park, connected by an underground passage. You can buy a ticket either to both sides for 350 rubles, or only to the small lower one. The upper area is large and interesting. There are many beautiful old park buildings, a suspension bridge and a replica of a dolmen, a pen with ostriches and peacocks, a parrot, an artificial low waterfall with a cave, and a sakura garden. Lots of flower beds with tulips. A pleasant place for leisurely walks. The lower park is smaller in area, with lakes in which swans, ducks and pelicans swim. There is a small bamboo grove. You can get around in 15-20 minutes of leisurely pace. Measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19: thermometry at the entrance, the requirement to maintain social distance, wear a mask.
6. Krasnaya Polyana Mountain Cluster
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,392 reviews
This popular state reserve offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the magnificent West Caucasus mountains.
Reviewed By abheeth_lokuayya - Kursk Oblast, Russia
We've visited the mountain cluster by cable car and the ride was so adventurous and great. Don't miss this cable car ride if you visit Krasnaya Poliyana. Plus while you are going up to the mountains you'll see a breathtaking Panasonic view of Caucasus mountains.
7. The Solnechny Ostrov (Sunny Island) Park
8. The Old Park Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 632 reviews
The Staryi Park is the first and only architectural park on the Black Sea coast. The main epochs of the global culture and aesthetics are represented here on the area of more than a hectare: the Ancient Greece, Ancient Egypt, Middle Ages and Renaissance, Eastern and Orthodox culture, the culture of the Caucasian. It forms a unique effect of the Unity: different “time points” and architectural styles coexist and complement each other in one green space, making up the Unity. Egyptian Sphinx, a Pharaoh’s guard; an obelisk proving that the royal power is the will of heaven; a pyramid full of the spirit of the ancient civilization... Author and creator of the cultural center-Aleksey Aleksandrovich Ivanovich. We invite you to the journey in the Staryi Park!
9. Rosa Khutor Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,027 reviews
Today, Rosa Khutor is a year-round world-class mountain resort It boasts a location very close to the slopes, advanced technology, amazing ski slopes designed by the globe’s leading experts, and the highest service and safety standards. Rosa Khutor is a prestigious resort that is nonetheless open to all. It is easily accessible via various transport options and offers a wide variety of activities for guests of different ages and families with children.
Reviewed By blueglobetrotter
Very good ski resort, new and beautiful, only down point are the extra long lines...you have to wait too much for lifts.
10. Khostinsky Tisosamshitovaya Grove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 606 reviews
Reviewed By Mikhail053 - Moscow, Russia
Be ready for great views and pictures. Service is not awesome but wild nature is stil strong there. Best time is sprin* or autumn when number of visitors is limited
