Biography of the city of Magadan

The status of the city: from the year briefly: the capital of the Magadan region, the port city on the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, why go: actively spend time in nature, try sea delicacies, test itself as a prospector Magadan photo: Pavel Zhdanov Magadan is located on an isthmus connecting the Staritsky Peninsula with the mainland. It is surrounded by two bays: in the West - Nagaev’s Bay, in the east - the Bay of Hernner.

In winter, the sea is covered with ice, and snow covers local hills from November to May. In summer, the city is buried in the greenery of squares and parks, and, despite the harsh climate, resembles a resort: apple trees, cherries and lilac bloom. But even in such conditions, Magadan has its own attractiveness. More about the weather - in our article. The Sea of ​​Okhotsk is an endless water expanse and picturesque beaches that are ideal for lovers of nature and photographers.

In the Bay of Hertner. Photo: Alexander Korneluk the main water entertainment - fishing and sea walks on boats, kayaks and sales. You can fish from a boat or from the shore on a licensed area. And exits to the sea can last from one day and longer. You can ride a boat to neighboring picturesque islands, or go to a multi -day expedition to the Magadansky Reserve, vivid impressions of which all trials will be transferred.

The region is rich in beautiful places and tourist routes for them. Climbing to the mountains, walks along the tundra and taiga are waiting for you in the vastness of Kolyma. The project of the Bolshaya Kolyma trail offers marketing routes, equipped with places for relaxation and breeding a fire. Most campaigns begin from Magadan and lead through exciting landscapes. You can go on a one -day walk and return to the city in the evening or spend the night in a tent under a starry sky.

Tourist trail "Bay Batary". The most unusual event is the competition for flushing gold "Dispersion Fart", held in July. In 15 minutes, participants try to wash as much gold as possible, which makes the competitions gambling and spectacular, since the victory is literally with their own hands. The winner receives up to a million rubles. You can read about all the holidays of the region in the calendar of events.

Competitions "Dispersing Fart". In one day it is impossible to visit all the attractions, but we have prepared a pedestrian route that will help you get to know the main ones. Center for the city of Magadan. Here your amazing journey through Kolyma will begin. From the airport to the city you can get by bus or taxi. The road will take about an hour, along the way you can consider forests, numerous hills and rivers.

You can find out about the movements of Magadan and the region in an article about transport. For the first acquaintance with the capital, the office of the tourist information center, located opposite the bus station. There are free cards and booklets for tourists, various souvenirs and, of course, consultants who will answer all your questions. From here you can easily reach the main attractions of the city.

Start with the Holy Trinity Cathedral-one of the main religious symbols of the city and the highest structure in Magadan. Next, take a walk along Lenin Avenue, the main artery of the city, made in a single architectural style. Life boils here at any time of the day. On the avenue you will find many cafes, shops and hotels. Magadan Regional Museum of Local Lore.

Photo: MOKM The next stop is the Magadan Regional Museum of Local Lore, where you can learn about the rich history of the region and the culture of the indigenous peoples of the North. Then go to the "green lungs" of Magadan - the Park of Culture and Rest. Here you can visit the Japanese alley, enjoy the larch forest and beautiful views of the city from the Wheel of Ferris.

From Lenin Avenue, turn on Portovaya Street, with old houses and cozy courtyards built in the architectural tradition of the Stalinist Empire. Next, visit the Museum of Natural History to feel the spirit of the discoverers of the North that reigns in the city. Park "Mayak". Photo: Alexey Kostyuk, complete your day with a walk along the embankment of Nagaev’s Bay to take memorable photos with a mammoth and lighthouse and meet an amazing sunset by the sea.

I would like to finish the first day with something special, for this, dinner is suitable in one of the cozy cafes of the city, where they serve dishes from local products. The next day you can go to more remote attractions for which transport will need. Visit the Mask Maski Memorial on a steep cap, reminiscent of the tragic pages of the history of the region. The Magadan museum complex conducts excursions on the territory and inside the mask for everyone.

The bonus will be a beautiful panorama on Magadan and the surroundings that opens from the hill. Photo: Sergey Starostin, Magadanskaya Pravda of the second sea harbor, which is worth looking, - Gerthener Bay. It is more calm, there is no city bustle and ships here, but there is the only ethnicome of the region - “Dukcha”.Here I want to take a walk along the river, enjoy the views of the Koni peninsula and inhale the fresh sea air.

If time permits, you can go on a black key from an ethnic group to explore a large Kolyma path. New restaurants are constantly opening, which are creatively approaching Kolyma ingredients and culinary traditions. Since the year, the Kolyma cuisine festival has been held in the city, at which the establishments represent a menu from seasonal local products. The dish in the restaurant "Red caviar".

Photo: restaurant "Red caviar" of gastrojes in the restaurant "Pass". Photo: The restaurant "Pass" can be taken with you not only excellent memories of Magadan, but also a piece of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. In local markets and fish shops, a huge selection of seafood is presented. Red fish and caviar, herring snacks, a Magadan shrimp and crab are especially appreciated.

In winter, the most popular fish, which is necessarily taken with you, is the smelt. However, any delicacy - trumpeter, lard, sea hedgehog - will definitely taste. The improvement of the naval facade of the Nagaev Bay and the creation of the Prime Minister’s cultural and tourist center will improve the infrastructure and create new opportunities for relaxation.

For more information about restaurants, hotels and attractions of the Magadan region, visit the guide section. Sherdy spawning in Nagaev’s bay. Photo: Julia Egorova have questions, ideas or wishes? Feel free to write them in chat on the page of an assistant tourist. Let's make our tourist experience together even better!