Saint Petersburg (Russian: Санкт-Петербург, tr. Sankt-Peterburg; IPA: [ˈsankt pʲɪtʲɪrˈburk] is the second largestcity in Russia, politically incorporated as a federal subject (a federal city). It is located on the Neva River at the head of theGulf of Finland on the Baltic Sea. In 1914 the name of the city was changed from Saint Petersburg to Petrograd (Russian:Петроград; IPA: [pʲɪtrɐˈgrat]), in 1924 to Leningrad (Russian: Ленинград; IPA: [lʲɪnʲɪnˈgrat]), and in 1991, back to Saint Petersburg.
Moscow (/ˈmɒskaʊ/ or /ˈmɒskoʊ/; Russian: Москва, tr. Moskva; IPA: [mɐˈskva]) is the capital city and the most populous federal subject of Russia. The city is a major political, economic, cultural and scientific center in Russia and inEastern Europe. According to Forbes 2013, Moscow has the largest number of billionaire residents in the world, has been ranked as the ninth most expensive city in the world by Mercer and is one of the world’s largest urban economies, being ranked as an alpha global city according to the Globalization and World Cities Research Network and is also one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the world according to the MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index. Moscow is the northernmost and coldest megacity and metropolis on Earth, one of the most populous in Europe and the 8th largest city proper in the world, as well as the largest amongst high income economies. It is home to the Ostankino Tower, thetallest free standing structure in Europe; Mercury City Tower, the tallest skyscraper in Europe and the Moscow International Business Center. It is the largest city in Russia, with a population of 12,111,194 people (2014). By its territorial expansion on 1 July 2012 southwest into the Moscow Oblast, the capital increased its area 2.5 times; from about 1,000 square kilometers (390 sq mi) up to 2,511 square kilometers (970 sq mi), and gained an additional population of 233,000 people.
Less than a 1-minute walk from the Military Museum Complex, this traditional hotel is set in Omsk’s cultural centre. It offers a 24-hour reception, billiards room and spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi access.
Each of the bright rooms at Tourist Hotel feature classic-style interiors with solid wooden furniture. Comforts include a satellite TV and free calls to landline telephones in Omsk.
The elegant Globus restaurant serves European dishes and guests can also sample freshly-baked cakes and desserts from the on-site café. Breakfast can even be brought to your room on request.
A 5-minute walk from the hotel takes you to the striking blue and gold domed rooftops of the Assumption Cathedral. Omsk Theatre of Drama and the historic buildings along Lenina Street are within 1 km of Tourist Hotel.
Omsk Airport is a 10-minute drive from the hotel and transfers to Omsk Central Train Station can be arranged.
Polet
Free Wi-Fi and free parking are offered at this hotel, a 15-minute drive from the centre of Omsk. Hotel Polet enjoys a quiet location, a 2-minute walk from the Culture Park.
Rooms at Hotel Polet Omsk feature classic-style décor. All rooms include cable TV, and all have a private bathroom with shower.
Breakfast is provided each morning in the spacious dining room, which features a lounge area. Guests are also welcome to use the fully equipped kitchen to prepare their own meals.
Guests are welcome to relax in the sauna or play table tennis at Hotel Omsk. A sports stadium is a 5-minute walk away, offering indoor football pitches and an indoor swimming pool.
Reception at the Polet Hotel is open 24/7, and includes a tour desk. Car rental is available in the hotel. A shuttle service is available to Omsk Central Station (5 km) and Omsk Airport (10 km).
Avrora
Located a 10-minute drive from Omsk and directly on Irtysh River, this hotel offers conference halls and a restaurant. All rooms and suites include a balcony and free Wi-Fi.
The air-conditioned rooms at Avrora Hotel include a TV, refrigerator and a private bathroom. Stunning views of the Irtysh River and Omsk can be admired.
European and Russian cuisine is served in Avrora’s restaurant. A buffet breakfast is available each morning, and there is also a bar on site.
Within a 10-minute drive are Omsk Train Station and Omsk Airport is a 5-minute drive. The hotel offers a shuttle service to various locations.
Grezy
Located in the centre of Omsk, a 5-minute walk to the central train station, Grezy Hotel offers a sauna, indoor swimming pool and steam bath. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
The comfortable air-conditioned rooms feature elegant design and modern furnishings. They come with a TV and DVD player. The private bathrooms offer a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms feature a seating area and spa bath.
The restaurant at Hotel Grezy serves European cuisine. Other cafes and restaurants is a 10-minute walk away. Free parking is available.
The nearest bus stop is just a few metres away. Omsk Train Station is within a 3-minute walk, and Omsk Airport is 11 km away.
Flagman
This hotel is located in the historic centre of Omsk, a 10-minute walk from the Dormition Cathedral. Free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception are featured at Flagman Hotel.
The bright, air-conditioned rooms offer warm-coloured interiors and classic-style décor. Each room comes complete with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
A variety of cafes and restaurants offering Russian, European and oriental cuisine is located in the same building.
Frunze bus stop, providing links to all the city’s districts, is located right beside the Flagman Hotel. Omsk Central Train Station is 10 km away, and Omsk Airport is 7 km from the hotel.
Ibis Sibir Omsk
This hotel in the heart of Osmk is just a 5-minute walk from the Irtysh River. It offers a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
The simply-furnished rooms at the Ibis Sibir Omsk Hotel have air conditioning, satellite TV and a private bathroom.
The Omsk Hotel’s restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine prepared with locally-sourced ingredients. The hotel also has a 24-hour bar, where guests can enjoy snacks and hot and cold drinks.
Shato
Located 5 minutes’ drive from Omsk’s 18th-century fortress, this hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. There is also a 24-hour reception.
All the elegant rooms at Hotel Shato feature carpeted floors and rich curtains. Bathrooms include slippers and a hairdryer.
Shato’s classically decorated restaurant serves Caucasian cuisine, as well as European specialities. A breakfast can also be ordered to the room.
Hotel Shato is 25 minutes’ bus ride from Omsk Train Station, and Zavod Kirova bus stop is 5 minutes’ walk away. Omsk Airport is 7 minutes’ drive from the hotel, and a transfer service is available.
Den I Noch
Den I Noch offers accommodation in Omsk. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
All rooms have a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries.
You will find a free shuttle service at the property.
The nearest airport is Omsk Tsentralny Airport, 8 km from Den I Noch.
Zhukov Inn
Offering a restaurant, Zhukov Inn is located in Omsk. Free WiFi access is available.
Each room here will provide you with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning and a laptop. The private bathroom comes with a bath or shower. You can enjoy city view from the room.
At Zhukov Inn you will find a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking. The property offers free parking.
Omsk Train Station is 4.5 km from the property, and Omsk Airport is 7.5 km away.
Nika
A traditional sauna, free Wi-Fi and fine European cuisine are all available at this comfortably furnished hotel in Omsk. It is a 10-minute walk from the popular Lenina Street.
All accommodation at the Nika offers a separate bedroom and living room with flat-screen TV, fridge and electric kettle. Some rooms have a private spa bath. Apartments include a kitchen.
The Restaurant Nika prepares a full and fresh breakfast buffet each morning. Room service can be ordered and drinks are served at the hotel bar.
There is a tram stop located 2 minutes from the Nika by foot, providing easy transport connections across Omsk. The historic Uspenskiy Cathedral is 10 minutes away by public transport.
Massage treatments can be booked on request. A ticket service, free newspapers and a 24-hour front desk are also on site.
Vizit
Featuring free Wi-Fi and free private parking, this hotel is located 2 km from Omsk city centre. The Dormition Cathedral is 20 minutes’ walk from Hotel Vizit.
Each room at Vizit includes classic style interior and a flat-screen TV. A shower is provided in the bathroom.
Russian cuisine is served in the hotel’s dining hall, and several cafes can be found within a 10-minute walk of the hotel.
Flagman and Omsky Shopping Centres are 5 minutes’ drive from Hotel Vizit, and Omsk Train Station is 9 km away. A shuttle service to Omsk Airport (10 km) is provided on request.
This luxury 5-star hotel is located on the Black Sea Coast in Sochi. It features a private beach, several gourmet restaurants, a spa centre with indoor and outdoor pools and kids club.
A member of Five Star Alliance, Rodina Grand Hotel & SPA is surrounded by sub-tropical gardens. Its stylish rooms and suites feature flat-screen TVs and leather furniture.
Fine Mediterranean cuisine and Russian specialities are served in the Rodina’s elegant restaurants. The beachside Black Sea Beach Club serves drinks and snacks, and guests can relax with a cocktail in one of the stylish bars.
The extensive Rodina Grand Hotel & SPA is one of the largest in Europe. Other exclusive facilities include a movie theatre, billiard room and tennis, basketball and volleyball courts. Rodina provides guests with golf cars for transport around the resort.
Mercure Sochi Centre
This 4-star hotel is located in the centre of Sochi, a 2-minute walk from the Black Sea pebble beach and a 5-minute walk from Festivalny Concert Hall. A fitness centre and free Wi-Fi are provided at Mercure Sochi Centre Hotel.
Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and satellite channels. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms have a sea view. Extras include a desk and a safety deposit box.
Kruzheva Restaurant serves Russian and European cuisine, and a variety of drinks is offered at the lobby bar.
Guests can access Fit and Spa Lounge in the neighbouring Pullman Sochi Centre.
Sochi Central Train Station is 2 km from Mercure Sochi Centre Hotel. Adler-Sochi International Airport is 30 km away.
Pullman Sochi Centre
This 5-star hotel is located in the centre of Sochi, a 2-minute walk from the Black Sea pebble beach and a 5-minute walk from Festivalny Concert Hall. An indoor pool, Fit and Spa Lounge and free Wi-Fi are provided at Pullman Sochi Centre Hotel.
The luxurious rooms are equipped with a king size bed, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. Complete with a refrigerator and a minibar, the dining area also has tea & coffee facilities. Featuring a rain shower, private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and Roger&Gallet toiletries. Some rooms have a sea view. Extras include a working area, a safety deposit box and a laptop safe.
Sel Marin Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, and a variety of drinks is offered at the lobby bar.
The spa centre located on the 16th floor offers panoramic sea views and a variety of beauty treatments. A sauna and a hammam are also available for guests.
Sochi Central Train Station is 2 km from Pullman Sochi Centre. Adler-Sochi International Airport is 30 km away.
Marins Park Hotel
Directly on the beach in Sochi, this hotel features a free wellness centre with swimming pool and sauna, and spacious rooms overlooking the Black Sea. International and local cuisine is served on site.
Marins Park Hotel’s air-conditioned rooms and suites are decorated in bright, sunny colours. All rooms offer free Wi-Fi, a 42-inch flat-screen TV and a spacious marble bathroom with hairdryer.
Guests enjoy a full American breakfast each morning. European, Russian and Mediterranean meals are offered by the outdoor Pizzeria and the Seasons High Cuisine Restaurant. There is also a café and lobby bar.
A traditional Russian Banya sauna is available at the Marins Park. Guests can also relax in the hot tub, or can book massages and beauty treatments.
The hotel offers rental cars and jeeps. Sochi Train Station is just 10 minutes away by car, and the Marins offers a shuttle service on request.
Zhemchuzhina Hotel Complex
Directly on the Black Sea coast in Sochi, this hotel complex features a private beach, an outdoor heated swimming pool with sea water, and tennis courts. Guests enjoy 8 restaurants, 4 bars and varied evening shows.
The 19-storey Zhemchuzhina Hotel provides individually furnished rooms and suites with a balcony, and all have floor-to-ceiling windows. Each room type has a fridge, cable TV, and a private bathroom.
A range of water sports and aerobics classes are organised by the Zhemchuzhina. Guests can exercise in the large pool, or relax in the heated seawater pool. Children will enjoy the water slides here.
European, Caucasian and regional Kuban meals are served in the restaurants and on the large poolside terrace. There is also an American diner and 2 nightclubs.
Sochi’s main promenade is a 5-minute walk away, and offers many shops and restaurants. Sochi Airport is a 25-minute drive away, and the hotel offers a shuttle service.
Sea Galaxy Hotel Congress & Spa
Sea Galaxy Hotel Congress & Spa is located in the centre of Sochi, right by Frunze Park and just 100 metres from the Black Sea coast. The central Kurortny Prospekt is 300 metres away and Dendrarium Park is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. The Summer Theatre and the Sochi State Circus are within a 3-minute walk.
The bright, air-conditioned rooms offer warm-coloured interiors and classic-style décor. Each room is hypoallergenic and includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom with a shower and free WiFi. All rooms also have a balcony with a view of the sea and the mountains.
Sea Galaxy Hotel Congress & Spa features an à la carte restaurant, a buffet, a 24/7 bar and a lobby bar. The hotel restaurant has its own confectionary.
The property offers 5 conference rooms with a capacity from 100 to 500 people. There are also 2 banquet halls seating up to 200 guests.
Sochi Train Station is within a 5-minute drive and the Port of Sochi is 3 km away. Sochi International Airport is 23 km from Sea Galaxy Hotel Congress & Spa.
Dolphin Resort Hotel & Conference
Located at the Black Sea shore, in the centre of Sochi, Dolphin Resort Hotel & Conference offers free access to the outdoor pool with sea water and to the private beach. Free WiFi and free private parking are provided. Bicycles can also be hired free of charge.
The rooms are air-conditioned and feature a seating area, flat-screen TV, and electric kettle. The bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bidet, and slippers.
Guests can dine in the on-site Granat Restaurant serving Caucasian and European cuisine, or eat out in various cafes and restaurants nearby.
Dendrarium is a 10-minute walk from the hotel, and the Circus is 550 metres away. Sochi Train Station is 2 km away, and Sochi International Airport is 32 km from Dolphin Resort Hotel & Conference.
Apartment Hotel Brevis
Located on the territory of the Olympic University in Sochi, a short walk to the beach on the coast of the Black Sea, Apartment Hotel Brevis offers self-catering accommodation with free Wi-Fi.
The modern apartments feature a balcony. They have a living room with a sofa and flat-screen satellite TV. The bathrooms come with a bath and free toiletries. Guests can cook at the fully equipped kitchens.
Cafes are a 5-minute walk from Apartment Hotel Brevis. The Concert Hall Festival is also nearby.Free private parking is available.
The nearest bus stop is 100 metres from the property. Sochi Train Station is 3 km away. Adler Airport is 28 km away.
Swissôtel Sochi Kamelia
Located in a natural park on the Black Sea, Swissôtel Sochi Kamelia features a private sandy beach, a children’s playground and an outdoor swimming pool. It offers a spa centre with a sauna and massage.
The elegant air-conditioned rooms feature balconies with sea or park view and free Wi-Fi access. They offer a flat-screen satellite TV, an electric kettle and a coffee machine. The private bathrooms come with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries made in Switzerland.
The restaurant at Swissôtel Sochi Kamelia serves dishes of European and Russian cuisine. A fitness centre and tennis court are on site. The private beach area is a short walk away.
Sochi Train Station is 5 km away, while Adler Airport is a 30-minute drive from Swissôtel Sochi Kamelia.
Park Inn by Radisson Sochi City Centre
Offering a restaurant and a fitness centre, Park Inn by Radisson Sochi City Centre is located in Sochi.
Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. There is also a refrigerator. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Extras include a desk and a safety deposit box.
Guests are welcome to visit the on-site Paulaner Restaurant. Marine Station with modern cafes and shops is 1.8 km from the property.
Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel is 2 km away.
The distance to Sochi-Adler International Airport is 25 km from Park Inn by Radisson Sochi City Centre, and Black Sea Port is 1.1 km away.
Located in the heart of Rostov-on-Don, this business complex offers elegant guest rooms, non-smoking floors and conference facilities. Guests enjoy free, 24-hour guarded private parking, a gym and spa area.
The Don Plaza Congress Hotel provides guests with a convenient base in the city and excellent public transport connections to Rostov’s historical, cultural and architectural attractions.
Wake up each morning with a free breakfast buffet on the terrace. Make use of free Wi-Fi to do business or stay in touch with home.
European specialities are served in the Aztec and Mein Herz restaurants. Guests can relax with a drink in the Amadeus lobby bar.
Have a nice meal in the restaurant, sip a drink in the bar and unwind in your comfortable room. All rooms are provided with classic bathrooms, furnished in an Italian style.
Marins Park Hotel
Centrally located, Marins Park Hotel offers modern accommodation 600 meters from Rostov Train Station. It features an airport shuttle service, a tour desk and an on site business centre.
The spacious rooms are decorated with wooden furnishings and are air conditioned. They offer cable TVs and the private bathrooms with a bathtub and hairdryer.
Guests can enjoy traditional food from the Rostov Oblast Region and some international classics at the restaurant of the hotel. Local spirits are served at the in-house bar where free Wi-Fi is available.
Situated at the intersection of Budionnovsky Avenue and Krasnoarmeiskaya Street, Marins Park Hotel provides direct access to the city’s Central Market and Nativity Cathedral, just minutes away.
Izvolte
This design hotel is situated in the historic building in the centre of Rostov. Izvolte Hotel features stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. It has a fitness centre, spa and wellness centre and a restaurant.
A flat-screen TV, a seating area with a sofa and Nespresso coffee machine are included in each air-conditioned room. The bathrooms feature free L’Occitane toiletries.
A buffet breakfast is served daily. Guests can dine on Russian and European cuisine in the restaurant. Guests can also order dishes in the room.
Guests can visit a fitness centre with modern state-of-the-art equipment free of charge. The spa centre features a Russian and a Finnish steam bath, infrared sauna, swimming pool and hammam.
Izvolte Hotel is centrally located, only 400 metres from the National History Museum and 200 metres from the Gorkogo Theatre. Ideal for a day trip is the Sea of Asov, 46 km away. A shuttle service is available upon request which takes guests too to the airport or local train station.
Amaks Congress
Located in the centre of Rostov-on-Don, this 12-storey hotel offers comfortable accommodation just 10 minutes from the airport.
A great base for meetings and conferences, Amaks Congress Hotel combines reasonable prices with friendly service. Check your mails via free wireless internet or pay a visit to the on-site hairdresser.
The bar is the perfect for spot for a drink after dinner. Alternatively, you can read in the library or go bowling. Guests looking for privacy can also order in room service.
Each of the rooms at Amaks is modestly furnished and enjoys city views. Relax while reading a newspaper on your bed. For questions, the attentive reception staff is of service 24 hours per day.
Park City Rose Hotel
European cuisine, free Wi-Fi, and spacious rooms are offered by this 3-star hotel in Rostov on Don. The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is 500 metres away.
The elegant rooms and suites of the Park City Rose Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, minibar, and desk. All include a modern bathroom.
The Park City’s Rose restaurant serves freshly prepared, international dishes. Fine wines and champagnes can also be enjoyed here. Light breakfasts are available at the lobby bar.
Hotel Park City Rose has a 24-hour reception. Guests can book shuttles to Rostov on Don Airport, only 8 km away. Rostov on Don Train Station is 2 km away.
Hermitage
This 4-star hotel is located in the historic quarter of Rostov-on-Don, a 10-minute walk from Theatre Square. Hermitage Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
The elegant rooms at Hermitage Hotel feature wooden furniture, a minibar and safe. The modern bathrooms include a shower, bathtub and bidet.
The Hermitage restaurant features classic interiors and an open fireplace. The café serves a daily buffet breakfast as well as a selection of European dishes and specialities from the Don region.
Reception at the Hermitage Hotel is open 24 hours a day. The hotel also has a tour desk.
The Sea of Azov is a 40-minute drive away.
Zvezda
Zvezda Hotel is located in Rostov on Don city centre. It offers a sauna, billiards and mini bowling.
All of the bright, comfortably furnished rooms at the Zvezda Hotel feature cable TV, work desk and private bathroom.
A breakfast buffet is available at the Zvezda every morning and a variety of buffet food is also available in the hotel cafe.
The Cultural Park is located nearby the Zvezda Hotel, popular for walking and relaxing in the city.
Villa de Ville
Featuring 18th-century-style décor and an elegant restaurant with bar, this 4-star hotel is located in Rostov on Don’s business district. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are provided here.
Unique wall art and warm colours are featured in the Villa de Ville’s individually furnished rooms, and each has a flat-screen TV. Luxury toiletries and a hairdryer are included in the bathrooms.
A light breakfast and a range of evening dishes are available in the Villa de Ville Hotel’s SIR restaurant. In good weather, drinks can be enjoyed outside on the terrace.
The De Ville is a 20-minute drive from Rostov’s city centre and the River Don. Rostov Airport is a 15-minute drive away, and a shuttle service can be booked.
Shery Holl
Cheri Hotel is situated in centre of Rostov on Don, close to the Theatre Square and lively Bolshaya Sadovaya. It has an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and Turkish bath.
The air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Cheri have private balconies. Each room also comes with a private bathroom and bathroom toiletries.
As well as a 24-hour front desk, the Cheri offers free Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel. There is also a fully equipped business centre as well as a restaurant serving international cuisine.
The Hotel Cheri is situated 5 km from the main train station and 7 km from the Rostov on Don Airport. It is possible to arrange transport services from the airport, a train station etc.
Guest House Ochakovskiy
This guest house in the centre of Rostov on Don is located 500 metres from the banks of the Don River and 300 metres from the central Bolshaya Sadovaya Street. It offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
Bright, air-conditioned rooms at Guest House Ochakovskiy come with a work desk and TV. Each one also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries and slippers.
Cafés and restaurants can be found within approximately 500 metres of Guest House Ochakovskiy. Rostov on Don Airport is a 15-minute drive away, and it is 10 minutes to the central train station.
Rostov-on-Don (Russian: Росто́в-на-Дону́, tr. Rostov-na-Donu; IPA: [rɐˈstof nə dɐˈnu]) is a port city and the administrative center of Rostov Oblast and the Southern Federal District of Russia. It lies to the southeast of the East European Plain, on the Don River, 32 kilometers (20 mi) from the Sea of Azov. The southwestern suburbs of the city abut the Don River delta. Population: 1,089,261
Omsk (Russian: Омск; IPA: [omsk]) is a city and the administrative center of Omsk Oblast, Russia, located in southwestern Siberia2,236 kilometers (1,389 mi) from Moscow. With a population of 1,154,116, it is Russia’s second-largest city east of the Ural Mountains after Novosibirsk, and seventh by size nationally.
During the Imperial era, Omsk was the seat of the Governor General of Western Siberia, and later of the Governor General of the Steppes. For a brief period during the Russian Civil War in 1918–1920, it served as the capital of the anti-Bolshevik Russian Stateand held the imperial gold reserves.
Chelyabinsk (Russian: Челябинск; IPA: [tɕɪˈlʲæbʲɪnsk]) is a city and the administrative center of Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia, located in the northeast of the oblast, 210 kilometers (130 mi) south of Yekaterinburg, just to the east of the Ural Mountains, on the Miass River, on the border of Europe and Asia. Population: 1,130,132 (2010 Census);1,077,174 (2002 Census);1,141,777 (1989 Census).
Samara (Russian: Самара; IPA: [sɐˈmarə]), known from 1935 to 1991 as Kuybyshev (Куйбышев; IPA: [ˈkujbɨʂɨf]), is the sixth largest city in Russia and the administrative center of Samara Oblast. It is situated in the southeastern part of European Russiaat the confluence of the Volga and Samara Rivers on the east bank of the Volga. The Volga acts as the city’s western boundary; across the river are the Zhiguli Mountains, after which the local beer (Zhigulyovskoye) is named. The northern boundary is formed by the Sokolyi Hills and by the steppes in the south and east. The land within the city boundaries covers 46,597 hectares (115,140 acres). Population: 1,164,685 (2010 Census);1,157,880 (2002 Census);1,254,460 (1989 Census).
