Sochi, also famed as the ‘Russian Riviera’, offers awe-inspiring sunsets and are the perfect setting to take a stroll along the shimmering beaches. The town's outskirts offer you a great variety of waterfalls which are famous for their beauty along with the sublime views around them. Since the winter Olympics in 2014 the city has gained a lot of popularity. Keeping the mesmerizing views aside, there are several other things that you could do which are what dreams are composed of.
If you visit Sochi during the winter then this is something that you just cannot miss. Sochi might be much more popular as a beach resort but it is also gaining a lot of prominence for winter sports activities such as skiing. The ideal time for skiing in Sochi ranges from December to April but it is different every year. After hosting the winter Olympics in 2014, Krasnaya Polyana saw a sharp rise in the influx of tourists. A lot of new resorts in the area with international standards like the Rosa Khutor are the results for this upgrade. So now you can take a slide through the snow and enjoy the panoramic view that the Grand West Caucasus mountains offer.
In case you're thinking of taking a trip to Russia during the summer season then hiking in Krasnaya Polyana is an obvious activity which you should be looking for. Located at a higher altitude that ranges from 960 to 2200m above the sea level, the hiking trails are an amazing experience. There are hidden gems that lie beyond the hills like the blooming Rhododendron that would surprise you along your hiking trail. If you are fit and adventurous then you can hike your way but if you want to take it easy then you can also opt for a cable ride which gives you an equally spellbinding view of Sochi, but from the top. Needless to say these two things are must dos in Sochi, Russia during the summer.
Without a doubt, the beaches in Sochi are its biggest draw cards. The coastline runs 150 kms along with the city so there are plenty of places which you can choose from. However the best experience comes if you opt for a seaside resort since these have privatised beaches which offer a luxury experience that is filled with grandeur, privacy, safety and definitely enjoyment to all its guests. The private beaches would not be crammed with people and so you can relax with your friends and family peacefully. If you want to beat the heat and also become a sensation on social media then nothing is an better option than plunging into the Black Sea which will definitely give you memories to cherish for a very long time.
So the next time you plan to visit Russia, Sochi should find a prominent place in your itinerary and it will show you that you do not forget this trip in a hurry!