Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –
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September 27 marks World Tourism Day. Transport accessibility is just as important to travelers as service and comfortable accommodations, which is why tourist routes are receiving significant attention in the implementation of the "Infrastructure for Life" national project. Since the beginning of the year, more than 600 km of such roads have been renovated, according to Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.
"Interest in domestic travel in Russia is growing every year. This is due both to the changing international political situation and to the active development of our domestic infrastructure, which boasts countless interesting and significant attractions. Many tourists flock year-round to exciting destinations: unique architectural monuments, nature reserves, and picturesque landscapes. We pay special attention to their accessibility. Developing high-quality roads to tourist attractions is more than just an infrastructure project. Each updated route is a path to increased tourist traffic, the creation of new jobs, support for traditional crafts, and the economic development of the regions. Since the beginning of the year, under the "Infrastructure for Life" national project, work has been completed on 132 sections of the regional and local road network leading to tourist attractions, totaling 611 km," said Marat Khusnullin.
Active roadwork continues, and by the end of the year, the number of renovated tourist route sites will increase significantly.
"Domestic tourism has a positive impact on improving the overall quality of life for Russians. Its development requires high-quality road infrastructure that allows both tourists on their own and in organized groups to comfortably reach their destinations. We are paying special attention to such road infrastructure: by the end of 2025, under the "Infrastructure for Living" national project alone, we will bring over 400 sections of regional and local roads leading to tourist attractions up to standard. Their total length will be over 2,000 km," said Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin.
The good condition of the road and transport infrastructure creates a positive image of the region as a comfortable and hospitable travel destination.
"High-quality road surfaces and clear navigation are important factors that influence the overall travel experience. Road safety is no less important: thanks to the national project 'Infrastructure for Life,' work on these projects is being carried out comprehensively. In addition to roadway repairs, pedestrian crossings are being constructed, traffic lights, barriers, road signs, and road markings are being installed. The more convenient and safe the route to a tourist attraction, the more often travelers include it in their itineraries, recommend it to others, and are eager to return," noted Roman Novikov, head of the Federal Road Agency.
Tunnel in the Digorskoye Gorge, Republic of North Ossetia – Alania.
In the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, thanks to a national project, the reconstruction of one of the region's most important facilities—a tunnel at the 21st kilometer of the Chikola-Matsuta-Komi-Art highway—has been completed. The tunnel provides access to one of the republic's most picturesque and ecologically clean areas. Specialists carried out extensive work widening its arch; previously, large vehicles and tourist buses were unable to pass through. Now, the tunnel's dimensions meet modern standards. The Chikola-Matsuta-Komi-Art highway leads to unique natural landscapes and historical and cultural sites. Furthermore, eight tourist centers and alpine camps are located in the high-mountain part of the Digor Gorge, and the Digoria region itself is part of the Alania National Park.
The Alagir Gorge is no less popular. It is formed by the Ardon River valley. A monument to the Ossetian saint Uastyrdzhi stands at the entrance. Tourists are also drawn to the numerous watchtowers, fortresses, and ancient pagan sanctuaries located here. The Alagir and Digor Gorges are connected by the Transkam highway, Verkhniy Zgid, and Matsuta. Reconstruction of a 5.5-kilometer section of this road is being completed this year.
In the Magadan Region, repairs have been completed on a 1.3-kilometer section of the Solnechny-Ola regional highway. This is part of the developing "Following a Dream to the End of the World" tourist route, which leads from the Ola Museum of Local History in the village of Ola to Cape Nyuklya, which juts out into the Sea of Okhotsk. It is also known as "Cape Sleeping Beauty."
A 4.5-kilometer section of the Sukhodol-Nikolskoye road has been repaired in the Lipetsk Region. This route leads to one of the main attractions of the Krasninsky District—the Oleniy Nature Park. This 1,500-hectare area is used for the care and breeding of wild ungulates: European and sika deer, mouflon, roe deer, and fallow deer.
Road "Urlu-Aspak – Karakol", Altai Republic.
Construction continues on a 10-kilometer section of the Urlu-Aspak-Karakol highway in the Altai Republic. The road will become part of a promising tourist destination linking the region's picturesque corners along the Kyzyl-Ozyok-Aleksandrovka-Urlu-Aspak-Karakol-Elekmonar route. Work is underway on the section from the 5th to the 15th kilometer.
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