Welcome to Vyborg, one of the largest and most beautiful cities in the Leningrad region. Nestled on the northwestern Karelian Isthmus, Vyborg lies on the shores of the Gulf of Finland, just 130 km from Saint Petersburg. The city is mainly situated on a peninsula carved by deep bays, with the rest spread across several small islands. The terrain is varied, with the highest point reaching 33 meters above sea level on Battery Hill.
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Vyborg is a major economic, industrial, and cultural center in the Leningrad region. It is a vital port on the Baltic Sea and a significant hub for highways and railways. As the second most populous city and the largest in area in the Leningrad region, Vyborg boasts an exceptionally advantageous geographic location at the crossroads of crucial routes between the West and the East. This strategic position fosters extensive foreign economic relations and international trade, with active cooperation with nearby regions in Finland, as well as several counties in Norway and Sweden.
The city frequently hosts international meetings, conferences, and gatherings. Vyborg's signature festivals, such as the "Window to Europe" film festival, the Mariinsky Theatre's opera performances at Vyborg Castle, the "Knight Tournament" for historical reenactment clubs, and the "Sails of Vyborg" maritime festival, have become its calling cards. Other traditional events include the international children's circus festival "Flowers of the Planet," the "Serenades of Vyborg Castle" jazz festival, and festivals featuring ethnic, folk, rock, and electronic music.
All these factors make Vyborg a highly attractive destination for tourists. According to numerous sociological surveys, modern Vyborg consistently ranks in the top lists ("top 20," "top 10") of the most appealing "weekend getaway cities" for tourists.
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27 сен 2024
