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What to do in Russia in summer 2018?

Welcome to Karelia, the Republic in the North-West of Russia famous for its beautiful nature, cloudberry jam, common border with the European Union and rich cultural and historical background. All types of travelers come here to find both entertainment and self-fulfilling. Each summer Enjoy Russian language school in Petrozavodsk turns into the international center with  hundreds of students learn Russian, explore the lifestyle and make memories for life. 2018 is special not only because you may take a train to the closest FIFA 2018 Cup venue but also for cool events that will take place in Karelia itself.

The music, light and nature come together in Ruskeala canyon

Have you ever tried to be soaked by the music not behind the concert hall walls but among unique and strong rocks? Ruskeala marble canyon is one of the top sights in the North Ladoga region that is certainly worth visiting. Imagine yourself standing in front of the Norwegian Fjords, drinking water from Icelandic waterfall and enjoying the views of Scottish Lochs. That’s how it feels when you are there.  But the park does not narrow itself with only walking tours around the ancient mining spots but also gives an opportunity to witness the famous Russian artists’ and musicians’ ideas come alive.

This August Russian Bolshoi Theater and Karelian Musical Theater artists will literally transform your mindset and the way you used to see nature and music. On 10 and 11 of August the musical festival “Ruskeala Symphony” will take place in a famous canyon. The program is prepared by the Karelian State Philharmonic and Symphonic Orchestra. Famous Russian performes such as Nikolay Efremov, the “golden tenor of Russia” Yevgeny Yuzhin,  Timur Slanov, Anastasia Averina and others are expected to be on the unusual and thrilling stage.  Due to the open-air location the venue is able to host about 5000 people.

Step out from your comfort zone in Ruskeala park

Even if your Karelian trip dates differ from 10-11 August you still may enjoy numerous of cool things to do in Ruskeala throughout the summer:

• Dive into the infinity and experience over-the-canyon bungee jumping;
• Start your adventure with the rocks diving;
• Touch the ancient stones and feel the energy of water while taking a boat trip;
• Put up the tent, make delicious shashlyk and learn Russian hiking songs!