The best railway destinations to Asia from Russia, taking into account the current geopolitical situation
Travelers can't stay at home at any time of the year, no matter what. The current geopolitical situation is not conducive to tourism to European countries, but there is an alternative. By train you can get to Asian countries that impress with their beauty and rich culture.
An unforgettable trip to the Celestial Empire
The East is a delicate matter. Every year thousands of Russians want to immerse themselves in Chinese philosophy and go to China. A trip to this country will not leave anyone indifferent, even the most capricious tourist. There is a lot to see in China, so tickets for flights and trains to Beijing are sold out very quickly.
You can get to the capital of the Celestial Empire from Moscow. These cities are connected by two pairs of trains: K3/K4 and K19/K20. Note that the first one follows through Mongolia, which is also on our list of the best destinations to Asia.
Important!The distance between the capitals of Russia and China is 8000 km, so high-speed trains are on the way for 5-7 nights, depending on the route. The fastest way to get to Beijing is by K4. The train travels 7622 km in 130 hours. Moreover, the return flight from Beijing takes four hours less.
The diverse capital of China offers tourists to visit cultural heritage sites and natural wonders. Among the most popular locations for travelers:
- The Great Wall;
- Forbidden City;
- Tiananme Square;
- Beihai Park;
- Yiheyuan Summer Imperial Palace;
- Olympic Park, built specifically for the 2008 Games;
- The Temple of Heaven;
- National Museum of China;
- Beijing Zoo;
- Fayuan Temple;
- Happy Valley Beijing Theme Park.
Everyone will find something to do in the capital of China. In Beijing, cultural and historical sites alternate with unique entertainment complexes, amazing restaurants, cozy parks and ultra-modern business centers.
What can I see in Kazakhstan
Passengers will be able to get by train from Omsk to Karaganda, and from Kazan to Almaty. In total, there are three flights from Russia to Kazakhstan, and the same number of return flights.
Train No. 145/146 leaves Omsk on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Return flights from Karaganda are scheduled on Tuesday and Friday.
Kazan and Almaty-2 are connected by train No. 113/114. Only one flight to each city is carried out weekly. The train departs from Kazan on Thursdays, and from Almaty on Mondays.
Kazakhstan is a large state in Central Asia with an interesting history and culture. Tourists should first of all look at such sights:
- monument Astana-Baiterek;
- Khan Shatyr Shopping Center
- mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi;
- Independence Palace;
- map of Kazakhstan «Atameken»;
- Almaty Zoo;
- Baikonur Cosmodrome.
There are beautiful and majestic natural monuments in Kazakhstan. One of them is the Aksu-Zhabagli Reserve. Tourists will be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the mountains, gloomy gorges and colorful alpine meadows. The rich flora pleases the eye, as well as the rapid waterfalls located on the territory of the reserve. It is especially interesting for ornithologists to visit here. About 300 species of birds live permanently in the reserve.
