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Dagomys
Located just outside of Sochi, the small village of Dagomys is a
popular holiday resort on the Black Sea coast. The former haunt of
Russian nobility in the 19th century, the holiday residence of Tsar
Nicholas II is still standing, having been converted into a large
hotel.
The scenic village boasts lovely pebble beaches set against the
dramatic backdrop of the Caucasus Mountains, and visitors can tour
local tea plantations and the mineral springs of Matsesta. Dagomys
is a paradise for outdoor activities, including hiking and
bird-watching in the Dendrarium Botanical Gardens.
Summers in Dagomys are noticeably cooler than other coastal
areas due to mountain air currents, earning the village its name,
which means 'a cool and shady place' in the Adyghe language. While
Dagomys is not as lively as nearby Sochi, the resort's quiet and
relaxing atmosphere makes a great weekend getaway.
Information & Facts
Language
Russian is the official language. Some people speak
English, French or German.
Money
The official currency is the Rouble (RUB), which is divided into
100 kopeks. Most major credit cards, like Visa and Mastercard are
accepted in the larger hotels and at places that deal with foreign
tourists. Currency can be changed at banks, currency exchange
booths and hotels. Travellers cheques are difficult and expensive
to cash, but if necessary it is advised to take them in US Dollars
or Euro. ATMs are widely available in major cities. It is hard to
get rubles outside Russia and travellers are advised to take good
condition US dollars or Euro notes to change once there. It is
illegal to pay for goods or services in hard currency, though it is
often accepted.