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Explore Veliky Novgorod

Novgorod is home to a millenium, worth of history, as such is one of Russia,s oldest most important historic cities.It lies alongside the Volkhov River and functions as Novgorod Oblast,s administrative centre.,Veliky, was added to Novgorod,s name to differentiate it from a another city witha similar name.

Watch the tourism video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nB0JpZtELI

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
Russian and other languages are used here.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
Russian ruble (RUB)
UTC+01:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant Meal 400 RUB, Mid-range Restaurant 1 200 RUB, Combo Meal 337,50 RUB
Drinks
Coke/Pepsi 60 RUB, Cappuccino 105 RUB, Bottle of Wine 400 RUB, Beer 50 - 130 RUB, Water 32,50 - 60 RUB
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 70 RUB, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 35 RUB, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 300 RUB
General Transport
Taxis here are easy to come by and cheap to use.Bicycles are a popular means of getting around if you wanted to use a means of transport besides walking.Buses and trolleybuses are available for use and cost 22 RUB per trip.Walking is also a pleasant experience here, with most places being within walking distance.

Things to do in Veliky Novgorod

The Novgorod State Unite Museum provides informative exhibitions, as well as Russian icons and woodcarving.See some architecture nearly a millenium old at the Cathedral of St Sophia or make your way to the comfortable Zavod, it has sophisticated food and gives off a welcoming feeling.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

(Russia) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Russia:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Japanese Encephalitis and Rabies. The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Russia: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • TDAP (Tetanus
  • Diphtheria & Pertussis)
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Influenza
  • Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • (Russia) Camera
  • E-reader
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect Repellent
  • Swimsuits
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Russian Phrasebook
  • thermal underwear
  • hat and a First Aid Kit.
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

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