Russia

Russia

Russia

Russia is the largest country in the world, stretching from Eastern Europe to the shores of the Pacific across endless plains, forests, mountains and lakes. Moscow is famous for Red Square, the Kremlin, Saint Basil's Cathedral and its ornate metro stations, while Saint Petersburg dazzles visitors with its palaces, canals and the Hermitage Museum. The country also has cities with a long Islamic heritage, such as Kazan, capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, and great cultural diversity from one region to another.

A destination for every kind of trip

History and culture lovers head for Moscow and Saint Petersburg to visit museums, palaces and theatres, including Peterhof with its gardens and fountains. In Kazan, Muslim travellers find the Kul Sharif Mosque inside the city's Kremlin, a familiar atmosphere and halal food. Nature lovers explore the old towns of the Golden Ring, Lake Baikal in Siberia and the Black Sea coast at Sochi. Moscow also attracts business visitors, trade fairs and conferences.

Getting there from Libya

Russia is reached by air, mainly through the airports of Moscow and Saint Petersburg, usually with a connection on the way. Libyan travellers need a visa: our team prepares your application, advises you on the most suitable routes and arranges your hotels, transfers and tours so that you can travel with peace of mind. Moscow and Saint Petersburg are also linked by fast trains, making it easy to combine both cities in one trip.

Good to know

Best time to visit
May to September; June for the White Nights in Saint Petersburg.
Climate
Continental in most of the country, with long, very cold, snowy winters and warm summers.
Languages spoken
Russian; English is limited outside tourist areas.
Local currency
Russian ruble (RUB)
Visa for Libyan travellers
Libyan travellers need a visa to visit Russia; our team prepares your application. Entry conditions can change: check them with our team before you travel.

Places to see

  • Red Square and the Moscow Kremlin
  • Saint Basil's Cathedral
  • The Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg
  • Peterhof Palace and gardens
  • Kazan Kremlin and Kul Sharif Mosque
  • The Golden Ring towns
  • Lake Baikal
  • Sochi

Practical tips

Check the travel advice and entry conditions with our team before planning a trip.
Signs are mostly in Cyrillic, so a translation app is very useful.
Always carry your passport with you.
Pack warm winter clothing if you travel between November and March.

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