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The name Vladivostok was derived from the words Vladevostok &Laquo;Vladevostok» and Vostok».
In 1860, on the coast of the Bay of Pieter the Great, the ocean carrier «Manchuecheur; commanded by Captain Lieutenant Chefener, built a military post, which became known as Vladivostok.
From 1958 on, Vladyvostok had not been visited by foreigners for 30 years because it was a naval base for the Soviet Navy. In 1959, Nikolay Sergeyevich Khrushchev visited Vladivostok. After his visit, the city was booming, in particular the 100th anniversary of Vladivostok Avenue, which was built in those years. There are viewpoints in the city that offer a stunning view of the ocean, of the city. Youll see a stunning view of the Amur Bay if you follow 1st Sea Street to the Hotel & Vladivostok.
The Museum &Laquo;Vladivostok Fortress» is a landmark feature of the city. The fortress has been preserved for many years, and is very impressive in architectural terms. ×Part of the structure has underground passageways and tunnel shelters. The Vladyka Fortress complex is now considered a monument of federal importance. It was built in the last century and is visited by thousands of believers. Thanks to the efforts of the bishop and the churchs founder, the beautiful cathedrals were restored.
In the Far East, one of the first museums is considered to be the Primorsky State Museum, located in Vladivostok. The museum often hosts exhibits, exhibitions, and information about the scientists lives and activities. The Pictorial Gallery in Primorye is part of the museums art collection. It has a collection of exceptional works with a rich history. The museum can also offer crafts and artifacts made of stone.
The Marine Museum of the Most Unique Oceanarium in the Far East is also located in Vladivostok. The museums exhibits are the flora and fauna of the Pacific Ocean. ×Part of the exhibit is aquarium fish housed in aquariums. The museum also has unique exhibits: poultry and fish, penguins.
A special feature of Vladivostok is the Stone Garden. It is a flat surface covered with sand or shingle. At first, it looks like the stones are arranged smoothly, but they are not. The garden is a symbol where the surface is the ocean and the stones are the islands. It hosts the annual film festival «Meridiana de Córdoba;
Its the largest cinema in the Far East.
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- Tap water: No, not drinkable
- Religious government: Non-religious
- Population: 600,000 people
- GDP: $8,655 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 230V50Hz
- Internet: 15 Mbps
- Best wireless: Megafon
- Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
- Tipping: Typically in Russia the etiquette is to tip anywhere between 10% and 15% of the bill. Tip in cash, and give it directly to the waiter. Many restaurants don’t accept credit cards. You don’t need to tip much, but don’t tip too little either.
- Apartment listings: Avito
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best taxi: Yandex Taxi
- Online electronics shop: Ozon
- Best hospital: Falck
- Best short-haul air carrier: Aeroflot
- Best intl air carrier: Aeroflot
- Monthly costs for expat: $1200
- Monthly costs for family: $2700
- Monthly costs for local: $800
- Meal: $8
- Small Cola: $1.4
- Beer 1 Pint: $4
- Coffee: $2.5
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