The charming capital of Kamchatka, Russia

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Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky is the capital of charmingly beautiful Kamchatka. Surrounded by volcanoes, the city is situated on the coast of Avacha Bay of the Pacific Ocean and is the main departure point for all extreme activities: ascents, kayaking and diving. Travelers from all over the world come here to enjoy breathtaking views.

The prime attraction of the city is nature. The discrete beauty of Avacha Bay will move you to your very core. This is a great place for walking and taking pictures. For the sake of gorgeous views of the three famous volcanoes (Koryaksky, Avachinsky and Kozelsky), it is worth ascending to the top of Mishennaya Sopka. Another must-visit place is the Khalaktyrsky Beach with black volcanic sand and a colony of tufted puffins.

The local cuisine is a hymn to the harvest of the Pacific Ocean. Embrace a rare opportunity to enjoy the freshest fish and seafood dishes. The city offers many wonderful restaurants with Asian cuisine suited to every fancy: Japanese, Korean and Chinese.

Aeroflot operates daily direct flights from Moscow to Petropavlovsk Kamchatsky