Meoweler
Russia

Yakutsk / Where winter is forever summer.

MeowScore 😾70/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😾
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

January

Experience the Coldest Temperatures on Earth.❄️👀

🧊
january

Visit Yakutsk to experience the coldest temperatures on Earth.❄️

🎨
february

Attend the Yakutsk Ice Festival and see stunning ice sculptures.❄️

🌟
march

Witness the stunning Northern Lights in the clear night sky.🌌

🎊
april

Explore Yakutsk's unique culture and traditions during the Ysyakh festival.🎉

🥾
may

Take a hike in the beautiful Lena Pillars National Park.🏞️

🌞
june

Observe the midnight sun and enjoy the long daylight hours.🌅

🏰
july

Cool off from the summer heat by visiting Yakutsk's underground ice museum.❄️

🏺
august

Learn about traditional Yakutsk crafts and arts at the national holiday Ysyakh.🎨

🏛️
september

Take a guided tour of the famous Yakutsk Mammoth Museum.🐘

🍂
october

Experience the crisp autumn air and changing colors of the trees in the city.🍁

🏂
november

Enjoy winter sports in the nearby mountains, such as skiing and snowboarding.⛷️

🎅
december

Celebrate Christmas and New Year in Yakutsk's winter wonderland.🎄

🤑

Expensive city

Bigmac $?

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From the point of view of a visiting cat, Yakutsk can be quite expensive. The prices for food and transportation are higher than in other Russian cities. However, the shopping experience is unique and offers a variety of traditional Yakutsk products.

Visit the local markets for souvenirs and traditional Yakutsk products. Consider sharing meals to save money

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit point for further destinations

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit point for further destinations

Yakutsk serves as a starting point for exploring remote regions.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture practiced in Yakutsk

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture practiced in Yakutsk

Cash payments are preferred in smaller establishments, credit cards accepted in bigger restaurants. Splitting the bill is not expected.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure, low speeds

meh Availability

Relatively available, some areas may have issues

great 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

Harsh climate

walking hostile

Harsh weather

LGBTQ hostile

Poor legal protections

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Things to do

The mainstream

🏋️
Tuymaada Games Complex
🏢
Lenin Square
🛍️
Yakutsk Central Market
⛄️
Permafrost Kingdom
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Mammoth Museum

The mainstream

🏋️
Tuymaada Games Complex

Watch or participate in the World Indigenous Games and witness traditional sports and culture from around the globe. 🌎🏅

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🏢
Lenin Square

Take a stroll around the city's main square and snap a photo with the imposing Lenin statue. 📸👀

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🛍️
Yakutsk Central Market

Get a glimpse of local life and taste traditional food in this bustling indoor bazaar. 🍲🐟

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⛄️
Permafrost Kingdom

Go underground for a frosty adventure and marvel at giant ice sculptures. ❄️🏰

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🦴
Mammoth Museum

Explore the frozen remains of extinct furry elephants and learn about the people who coexisted with them. 🐘❄️

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Off the beaten path

1
Druzhba Park
2
Spasskaya Tower
3
Mammoth Museum
4
Chochur Muran
5
Permafrost Kingdom

Off the beaten path

1
Druzhba Park

A chill spot for summer with mini-golf, fishing, and barbeque spots. A cat-tastic way to spend a leisurely afternoon.🌞

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2
Spasskaya Tower

View the city from a different paw-spective from the top of this iconic tower which survived fires and wars.🏰

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3
Mammoth Museum

Unleash your inner historian with indigenous artifacts and bones of extinct creatures. A must-see for curious cats.🦴

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4
Chochur Muran

Cat-vel through a stunning forest and arrive at a sacred hill with breathtaking views. Pawsome spot for a picnic!🌳

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5
Permafrost Kingdom

Explore a cave where the temperature never rises above freezing. Cat-venient location and chilly vibes.❄️

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biking hostile

Harsh climate

walking hostile

Harsh weather

LGBTQ hostile

Poor legal protections

Mindful meoweler tips

Yakutsk's Permafrost Museum

Learn about the Siberian region's unique geography at this museum entirely built from permafrost! Don't miss the exhibit showcasing ancient mammoth remains.

Sakha cuisine

Try traditional Yakutsk flavors like horse meat and raw fish with onion and herbs. Finish with a shot of strong 'Chochur' vodka.

Winter clothing

Pack thermal underwear and fur boots - Yakutsk is one of the world's coldest cities! Visit in winter for frozen river crossing and sledding.

Useful external sites

visityakutia.com

Visit Yakutia↗

Official tourism website of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)

yakutia.aero/en

Yakutsk Airport↗

Information on flights, transportation, and services at Yakutsk Airport

yakutsk.org/en

Yakutsk.org↗

Tourist information including attractions, accommodations, and local events

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