The Town of Sortavala is located on the Northwest coast of lake Ladoga. He considered the administrative centre of Sortavala and Sortavala urban settlement. Here from Petrozavodsk to travel by bus, which, judging by the reviews, and enjoyed by many tourists, which was very convenient. Through the city passes the railway Kostomuksha - Saint-Petersburg. Forty kilometers from the city is the famous island of Valaam.
There are different versions about the origin of the name of this city. One of the most common is the “Church”. It is directly related to the location of the monastery and the Valaam archipelago in relation to the city. On this assumption the “town” can be translated "power from hell”. Legend has it that this shore came an evil force which was first expelled the monks from Valaam. The second version (which appeared thanks to academician Grot) says that the name arose from the Finnish word “sorttawa”, which means “cutting”. It refers to dividing the city into two halves Bay, Accolate. This legend has attracted many visitors to the city, and they love to retell it to each other.
The Town of Sortavala – this is one of the most beautiful and ancient cities of Karelia, which recognized many of his guests leaving rave reviews about its beauty. It is different from the rest it is an amazing historical and cultural view which were formed of 3 countries: Sweden, Finland and Russia. The city appeared during the reign of the Swedes, its economic development and the revival of associated with the time of joining of our country, the flourishing falls on the period when it belonged to Finland.
The City was founded in 1632 by the Swedes, but in the twelfth century the Karelians was founded a fortified settlement. A century later the fortress was killed: it is believed that it was destroyed by the Swedes. But at the same time the lands of today's lake Ladoga area fell under the influence of Novgorod. On the border of the 16th and 17th centuries, during the Russo-Swedish war, these lands were passed time and again in different ownership. The city in 1783, became a County and belonged to the Vyborg province in 1811 became part of Finland, together with the province. In the Ladoga area in 1893 was opened railway, and then by the early twentieth century in this place there is steamship communication with St. Petersburg, Sommerburg, Koniecki and Valaam monasteries. Sortavala in 1917, began again to treat of the Vyborg province. Today it is a beautiful city which attracts with its historical landmarks and unusual architecture, which is confirmed by numerous reviews of tourists.
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Many vacationers in town, you can leave rave reviews that the town gives the opportunity to learn different architectural styles, including classicism, Western European art Nouveau, national romanticism, Neoclassicism, functionalism, neo-Gothic, constructivism. In addition, there remain a huge number of wooden buildings Dating from the mid-nineteenth century, mainly in Empire style. Finland in the early twentieth century became a leader in the world of architecture, while led our country as well as from St. Petersburg to Helsinki by hand. The architecture is very noticeable the influence of Northern art Nouveau, especially on Stone island.
This tourist complex is located in the neighborhood of the city. It has excellent infrastructure to make your stay eventful and exciting for everyone who relished this hotel (Sortavala, by the way, has a lot on his site). The room Fund is composed of single, double and superior rooms. The hotel has a lobby bar, a restaurant where you can taste European, Karelian and Russian cuisine accompanied by soft music. It is incredibly cozy atmosphere.
Visitors will find great service, friendly staff, nice, well appointed rooms. In addition, tourists are always satisfied with the accommodation offered in hotel menu.
Located in a Central area of the city, on the coast of lake Ladoga. It is located near the Kirov square and the Church of St. Nicholas, which regularly come to see Sortavala. The hotel «Seurahuone” has a very convenient location – near the hotel you can find cafes and restaurants for every budget and taste that has to appeal to many. Friendly staff happy to help you make the right choice of excursions and will provide you with all necessary for rest information. Visitors have free access to the Internet, therefore, you will be able to always be in touch with their home and family. You can also use the Laundry facilities. The hotel has 37 comfortable and bright rooms. Each of them is equipped with a TV. There is a garage and private Parking.
In most cases, the visitor reviews of the hotel about staying in itpositive. Guests are quite satisfied with the convenient location and good service. Many very handy garage - in fact, some tourists travel by private car. Some of the criticism is somewhat overpriced for rooms, but such reviews are not so much.
This hotel is located in the Central area of the city. Near it is the Museum of Northern Ladoga Park Vaccoli, and also the Church. Nicholas. The guests of the hotel have the opportunity to cook in the kitchen equipped with everything necessary for cooking, of course, if they decided that they to stay fit in the hotel “Sofia” (Sortavala). In neighboring bars you can enjoy a glass of your favorite drink and order light snacks. It offers free Internet access, so you will always know the latest news. In addition, if necessary it is possible to use Laundry facilities.
In the opinion of tourists, this hotel attracts quite democratic price for staying, the opportunity to cook food. In their opinion, deserves the kind words and professional staff who can, if necessary, to help solve many issues that arise during your stay in the city.
The Hotel club is located about sixty kilometers from the city, in the village of värtsilä. The whole complex is located on the shore of the lake of meteoric origin Yanis'yarvi, right in the heart of a pine forest. This leisure hotel offers accommodation in comfortable rooms of different categories, and well equipped cottages. Here is a cosy restaurant, where you can organize all kinds of service: three-course meal, catering. A huge charge of energy and cheerfulness will give you the cleanest air. Here you can enjoy leisurely walks in the woods, have a picnic, pick berries and mushrooms, go fishing.
In the opinion of all who had the opportunity to stay in this hotel, its main advantage - the beauty of the landscaped area and comfort rooms. How do you think guests, the hotel is ideal for those who want to go to nature and admire its beauty. This is one of the hotels of the city, which has virtually no complaints from guests.
In the center of Sortavala, a few steps from the shore of lake Ladoga is a hotel “Ladoga”. The town can boast not only for its amazing architecture and stunning nature that can be understood, just having been here. The city Marina and train station are within a radius of eight hundred meters from here. Here prefer to stay young. The hotel «Ladoga” has a cafe where visitors are served amazing dishes of Russian home cooking. In the room price included a hearty Breakfast. The guests are invited to a business lunch, prepared with fresh natural products. During the weekend of the karaoke bar, live music. There is also a separate Banquet hall, which hosts various corporate events and celebrations. In “Ladoga” there is free Wi-Fi, although almost all are available in Sortavala hotels provide this service, due to which you will be able to stay with family. In the courtyard of the building there is a guarded Parking lot. And in order to upgrade the manicure or hair done, you can visit the hair located here.
The Guests who have visited this friendly place, I believe that the hotel is not very suitable for a relaxing break or for business travelers - too noisy and crowded. And youth comments on the hotel with enthusiasm, it is always possible to have fun, socialize with friends, spend a romantic evening.
Many have to taste the hotel “Wave”. Sortavala its visitors is the high quality of service in hotels, this establishment is no exception. The hotel is located on the ground floor of the hotel, which is located in the Central part of Sortavala, on the track “Blue roads”, along the incredibly picturesque coast of the Gulf of Accolate. The hotel was opened in June 2003.
Reviews of this hotel are different, sometimes contradictory. For example, motorists are quite satisfied with its location, and other guests do not like close proximity with the track. Bribe reasonable prices for accommodation and friendly staff.
The Hotel offers comfortable rooms, equipped with beautiful and comfortable furniture from wood of coniferous breeds. Each room has shower and WC. Each room has cable TV.
Judging by the reviews, for families with children best suited to this hotel (Sortavala). Many guests celebrate fair value "price - quality service".
The Hotel is located in the historical centre of the city, on the coast of the largest European lakes-Ladoga. Near the hotel there is a city Marina and Park. On the ground floor has a small cafe for 25 persons. The room Fund of thepresents nineteen comfortable rooms that have everything you need. Vacationers have the opportunity to go to a sports complex with gym and swimming pool. You can also visit city tours in the exhibition hall K. Gogolev, to the Museum, on the island of Valaam, in mountain Park «Ruskeala”.
About this place guests tend to respond warmly and kindly. They like that well-trained staff fluent in two languages (the staff at the hotel speak Finnish pretty well). However, some visitors confuse high price for accommodation, but for many it remains the most-loved this hotel.
Lahti – a city which long time was located in areas of constant border conflicts. In this place everyone can find something interesting, as evidenced by the reviews here ever people. Recreation centers and hotels of Sortavala always waiting for their visitors!
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