Go to Russia, don't just go to Moscow! Today, I will introduce you to a rare and beautiful place to travel, which is located in the west of Russia, North Ossetia!

About North Ossetia, North Ossetia is a federal subject under Russia, its capital is Vladikavkaz. It's close enough to Georgia to visit together.


About visas: Russian visas currently support electronic visas.

Transportation: No direct flight, you need to fly to Moscow first, and then from Moscow to North Ossetia.

For the first time, it is recommended to take this classic route: Vladikavkaz - Kalmaden Gorge - City of the Dead. North Ossetia's scenic spots are very scattered, the local transport is not developed, it is very recommended to find a guide chartered to play!

First stop: Vladikavkaz

Navigation: Natsional'nyy Muzey Rso-A
Opening hours: 10:00-17:30

The Caucasus Mountains are really amazing, and the pictures in the geography textbooks are completely different from the feeling of being there. It's really beautiful. The green grassland is integrated with the snow mountains in the distance, and the body and mind are purified here.

As the capital of North Ossetia, Vladikavkaz has a very strong cultural atmosphere. There are many museums in the city, among which the National Museum of the Republic of North Ossetia and Alania is recommended. The museum has a collection of more than 300,000 exhibits, which show in great detail the changes of local culture from the Paleolithic Age to the present.

tips: The attractions in the city are concentrated, you can walk there, or you can experience a local tram oh.

Second stop: Kalmaden Gorge

Directions: Karmadon, about 50 minutes by car from Vladikavkaz

The valley is located between 750 and 1200 meters above sea level, with geothermal springs and mineral water, and is a place for local residents to relax. Along the way, you can not only see natural beauty, but also see modern artworks, such as the silver leopard lurking on the rock, and the huge Ossetian letters ӕ, which are great for photos!


Third stop: City of the Dead

Directions: Dargavs. Gorod Mertvykh., about 26 minutes by car from Kalmaden Gorge
Opening hours: 10:00-17:00

Located in a secluded mountainous area near the village of Dalgavs, the City of the Dead complex is a branch of the North Ossetian State Museum. There is a stone road at the entrance, and you can walk all the way to the top of the hill and see the tower which is hundreds of years old. The whole building complex is very impressive and unforgettable.

tips: Tickets can be bought on site and online, about 100 rubles, no photos in the museum!

North Ossetian cuisine

✔ North Ossetian pasty, a round or triangular flat pie made from yeast dough. It can be sweet or savory, and popular toppings are meat and potatoes with cheese.

✔ Baklava, lots of walnuts and honey, very rich taste.

✔ Ossetian beer, very dark in color, is brewed with local hops and tastes very special!

Come to North Ossetia and experience the hideaway of this collision land!