The capital of Primorsky Territory, Vladivostok has served as Russia's bastion in the Far East since Czarist times. Located on the hills above Golden Horn Bay, the city is the terminus for the fabled Trans-Siberian Railroad, the longest continuous rail line in the world. The homeport of Russia's Pacific Fleet, Vladivostok was closed to the outside world until 1992.
Vladivostok's central square was built on a slope facing the Bay of Golden Horn. In the center of the square is a large monument dedicated to "The Fighters for Soviet Power in the Far East."
Arseniev Regional Museum
Built in 1906, this historic mansion houses a museum that provides insights into the history of the region. It is named after Vladimir Arseniev, a prominent writer and explorer.
The Vladivostok Fortress
The concrete fortifications on the hills above Vladivostok were built to protect the city from attack, taking nearly 70 years to complete. Its museum houses an array of historic military objects.
C-56 Submarine Museum
When a battalion of submarines left Vladivostok for military action, the C-56 was the only submarine to escape damage. It returned home by circum-navigating the world, the first ever to do so.
Vladivostok Railway Station
The historic Trans-Siberian Railroad terminates here. A handsome 17th century architectural style, it is modeled after Moscow's Yaroslavsky Railway Station where the Trans-Siberian Railroad begins.
Brynner's House
See the house where the actor from the movie "The King and I" was born. A plaque on the exterior of the house bears his likeness and lists his birth date: July 11, 1920, plus a statue of Yul Brinner which was erected in 2012.
Holy Mother of God Cathedral
In 1917, the Bolshevik Revolution dismantled the Catholic church and other religious orders in the region. Today, Catholicism has a large congregation.
Eagle's Nest Viewpoint
This observation platform provides panoramic views of the city, the Golden Horn Bay, and Russian Island.
