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Russia

Derbent / Follow the Great Wall's footsteps

MeowScore 😼76/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

july

Experience Derbent's annual festival of music and dance.

🎉
january

Visit Derbent for its winter festival of ice sculptures and skiing. 🎿❄️

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february

Explore the ancient ruins under the snow. 🏛️❄️

🌸
march

Enjoy the breathtaking view of blossoming cherry trees in the old town. 🌸🌳

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april

Visit the Caspian shores to observe migrating birds. 🦢🐦

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may

Hike the Caucasus Mountains and immerse in wildflowers. 🌼🏔️

🌊
june

Relish sun and sand on the Derbent seaside. 🏖️☀️

🎵
july

Experience Derbent's annual festival of music and dance. 🎶💃

👳‍♂️
august

Discover historical mosques and bazaars under warm sun. ☀️🕌

🍁
september

Harvest and taste the region's famous pomegranates. 🍎🍲

🍜
october

Wander through autumn leaves in the old town. 🍂🚶‍♀️

🍛
november

Savor hearty local cuisine during the annual food festival. 🍽️🍲

🎇
december

Celebrate a magical New Year's Eve in the snow-covered city. 🎉🎊❄️

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The economical situation in Derbent is average. Prices for essentials are reasonable, but tourist attractions can be expensive.

Consider buying souvenirs from local markets instead of tourist shops. Bargaining is common and can save you money.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short trip

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short trip

Derbent is a small city with a few famous historical landmarks, making it a popular stop for tourists during a longer journey through the region.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Derbent

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Derbent

Mostly cash payments, credit cards are not widely accepted.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure, slow speeds

meh Availability

Moderate coverage, with some gaps

good Cellular

Good coverage across the city

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Few bike lanes

walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Highly intolerant

As a cat, Derbent is like a maze of ancient alleys and historic buildings.

Paws down, the city's fortress walls and stunning sea views are the cat's meow.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Derbent Bazaar
🌞
Caspian Sea Beach
🐈
The Derbent Museum of Local Lore
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Juma Mosque
🐾
The Citadel of Derbent

The mainstream

🐟
Derbent Bazaar

The bustling bazaar offers a great selection of local produce and crafts, as well as mouth-watering street food. A true paradise for hungry cats. 🍉

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🌞
Caspian Sea Beach

The sandy beach of the Caspian Sea is the paw-fect spot for cats to sunbathe and enjoy the sea breeze. A truly furr-midable experience. 🌊

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🐈
The Derbent Museum of Local Lore

A museum that showcases the rich history and culture of Derbent through various exhibits, including ancient artifacts and works of art. Purr-fect for history-loving cats. 🏛️

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😻
Juma Mosque

An ancient mosque that has survived for more than 1300 years, holding great historical and architectural significance. The cat-tecture is purr-fect. 🕌

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🐾
The Citadel of Derbent

A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the oldest fortifications in the world. The cat views from the top of the walls are breathtaking. 🏰

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Off the beaten path

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Derbent Bazaar
👍
Shahristan Fortress
🗼
Naryn-Kala Citadel
👉
Juma Mosque
🐟
Kyrkhlyar Cemetery

Off the beaten path

🎊
Derbent Bazaar

A bustling market where you can find all sorts of fresh produce, spices, and souvenirs. Don't forget to haggle! 🐱

Google Maps
👍
Shahristan Fortress

An old city within the city, this fortress offers incredible views of the sea and the mountains. Containing remains of medieval buildings, it's a must-visit. 🗺

Google Maps
🗼
Naryn-Kala Citadel

This massive fortress was once the center of ancient Derbent and has stood for over 1,500 years. It's a beautiful place to explore. 🐈

Google Maps
👉
Juma Mosque

Russia's oldest mosque, dating back to the 8th century. Its unique architecture includes a minaret that's shaped like a pitcher. 🌄

Google Maps
🐟
Kyrkhlyar Cemetery

An ancient Muslim cemetery filled with incredible tombs, including a huge stork's nest. 🐊

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biking hostile

Few bike lanes

walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Highly intolerant

Mindful meoweler tips

Explore the ancient Derbent Fortress

Visit the one-of-a-kind 5.5 km long fortress which was built thousands of years ago and known as the longest wall in the world.

Experience the multiculturalism of Derbent

Derbent was listed on the World Heritage Sites for its unique historical and cultural value, being a melting pot of different religions and civilizations.

Don't miss the chance to try authentic local dishes

Take advantage of the local food markets to try traditional Derbent cuisine such as tabouleh, baklava, and dolma, which are all influenced by different regional cuisines.

Useful external sites

visitrussia.today/en/cities/derbent

Visit Dagestan↗

Official tourist website for Dagestan, which includes information and recommendations for visiting Derbent.

www.booking.com/city/ru/derbent.en-gb.html

Booking.com↗

A popular website for booking accommodations in Derbent, with a range of options available.

derbentmuseum.ru/english

Derbent Museum Complex↗

Website for the Derbent Museum Complex, which showcases the rich history of the city and its surroundings.

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