GUIDE / KARELIA
Cuisine and crafts in Karelia
Cultural context, museum displays and local products.
Suitable places
City
Petrozavodsk
The capital of the republic on the shores of Lake Onega.
CultureKizhi Island
An island on Lake Onega with the famous wooden architectural ensemble.
CultureKalevala
A village on Lake Sredneye Kuyto, associated with the tradition of Karelian runic singing.
What to read
DIRECTORY
Culture of Karelia: languages, runes, crafts and cuisine
How to experience local traditions through museums and live programs.
DIRECTORYExcursions and active recreation: how to choose a program
How does a museum excursion differ from a water excursion and an independent hike?
Ready-made programs
3 DAYS · Mixed transport
Petrozavodsk, Kivach and Kizhi in three days
Three different themes from one database; Access to the island depends on the specific date and weather.
Tempo: Moderate5 DAYS AutoKarelia by car in five days
Two bases and one water day; the plan requires a reserve and a choice of alternatives, not a race among objects.
Tempo: Rich7 DAYS AutoA week in Karelia
A week for two territories with a reserve for weather and return.
Tempo: Moderate