Russians were named the most romantic places to propose marriage

On Valentine's Day, experts from the National Tour Operator Alean presented a selection of locations in Russia and the near abroad that are ideal for making an offer to a significant other. This was reported to Izvestia on February 8 by the company's press service.

The tour operator invites fans of the medieval atmosphere to the Kaliningrad region and Belarus. At Nesselbeck Castle near Kaliningrad, you can attend horse and knight shows, and at Schaaken Castle you can take part in a culinary master class at the cheese factory. A five-day tour to the amber region will cost from 38 thousand rubles for two people. In Belarus, the Gothic castles of Mira and Lida or the Renaissance Nesvizh Castle, where atmospheric photo shoots are organized, are suitable for a romantic proposal. A three-day trip will cost from 53,639 rubles.

Experts advise fans of astronomy to go to Arkhyz, where the observatory of the Russian Academy of Sciences with the largest telescopes in the country is located. Night excursions under the starry sky can be timed to coincide with meteor showers, such as the Perseids in August. Accommodation at the Arkhyz hotel starts from 15 thousand rubles for two nights.

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"For those who prefer urban panoramas, the viewing platforms in Moscow and St. Petersburg will be ideal. In the northern capital, this is the colonnade of St. Isaac's Cathedral or the Lakhta Center, in Moscow - the platforms in Moscow City or the booth of the Moscow Sun Ferris wheel at VDNH. You can also stay in a hotel with panoramic windows," the company said.

Nature lovers are offered the Murmansk Region to offer under the northern Lights (from 35 thousand rubles for three nights) or Altai, where whooping swans winter on a Bright lake from November to March, symbolizing loyalty. A tour to Altai will cost from 44 thousand rubles for two people.

The Abrau-Durso wine resort invites you to tastings, photo shoots in the vineyards and spa programs for two. Hotel accommodation in the resort starts from 12,000 rubles, and a weekend themed tour starts from 23,536 rubles for two nights.

Earlier it was reported that newlyweds from the Leningrad region will be able to receive a gift card for a tour of the region. The certificate began to be issued on February 1, 2026. To receive a gift, you must meet a number of conditions. The marriage must be the first for both and registered after August 1, 2025 at the Registry office of the Leningrad region. In addition, the age of the spouses should not exceed 35 years.

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