Altai Krai

Altai Krai is a federal subject of Russia located in Western Siberia, on the border with Kazakhstan and China. The krai is known for its fertile black-earth soils, agricultural production, and as the gateway to the Altai Mountains, one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Russia.

The administrative center of the krai is the city of Barnaul, a major industrial and cultural hub of Siberia. Barnaul offers museums, theaters, historical architecture, and serves as the starting point for journeys into the Altai Mountains. The Altai State Museum of Local Lore is one of the oldest and largest in Siberia.

The northern part of Altai Krai consists of flat steppe landscapes, ideal for agriculture. The region is one of Russia's leading producers of grains, sunflowers, and dairy products. Agricultural tourism is developing, with opportunities to visit farms, participate in rural activities, and taste local products.

• The southern part of the krai transitions into the foothills of the Altai Mountains
• offering stunning scenery
• and forests. Popular destinations include the town of Belokurikha
• known for its health resorts and clean mountain air
• and the resort of Manzherok
• offering skiing and outdoor recreation.

The Katun River, flowing through Altai Krai, is one of Russia's most popular rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking. The river offers routes of varying difficulty, from family-friendly float trips to challenging rapids for experienced paddlers.

Altai Krai is accessible through Barnaul Airport, which offers flights to major Russian cities, and by the Turkestan-Siberia Railway. The Chuysky Trakt, one of Russia's most scenic highways, runs through the krai into the Altai Mountains and continues to the Mongolian border.

Rosturizm supports tourism development in Altai Krai, promoting its agricultural, ecological, and adventure tourism products, and its role as the gateway to the Altai Mountains.