2 Best Sights in Petropavlovsk, Russia

Kamchatka's cultural landscape includes several groups of indigenous peoples, mostly concentrated now in remote areas in the north, as well as in more accessible villages like Esso and Anivgai. In these villages, people of Koryak and Even heritage practice their ancestral traditions. The Itelmen people have established a small year-round settlement in the forest close to Yelizovo, where travelers can learn more about their culture and traditions.

This small city is located between Petropavlovsk and Yelizovo, the site of Kamchatka's international airport. It is known for its geothermal deposits, which have drawn Russians and foreigners here from early times. Many small lodges have sprung up to accommodate tourists who have come enjoy the benefits of the natural springs.