Best 200 photo locations in Russia

Russia is a vast and diverse country, with a wide array of breathtaking natural and urban locations perfect for photography. From the wild, snowy expanses of Siberia to the bustling city streets of Moscow, Russia provides a wealth of photographic opportunities. Here are some of the best locations for taking photos in Russia.The Red Square in Moscow is one of the most iconic locations in the city and provides a great opportunity for taking photos. The square is dominated by the beautiful St. Basil's Cathedral, which is an incredible sight to behold, especially when lit up at night. Other nearby attractions such as Lenin's Mausoleum and the State Historical Museum provide interesting backdrops for photos.The Golden Ring is a group of ancient cities located in the northeast of Moscow. These cities are known for their picturesque old architecture and offer a great setting for photographs. Cities such as Suzdal and Vladimir are particularly attractive, with their churches, monasteries and cathedrals providing stunning backdrops.The Volga River is the longest river in Europe and offers a wide range of beautiful landscapes. Along its banks are a number of stunning cities and villages, such as Yaroslavl, Uglich and Kostroma, which are perfect for taking photos. Many of these cities are also home to ancient churches and monasteries, which look especially beautiful when photographed against the backdrop of the river.The Kamchatka Peninsula is located in the far eastern part of Russia and is home to some of the most incredible scenery in the country. From the active volcanoes to the pristine lakes and forests, the peninsula provides a great opportunity for photographers to capture some truly stunning images.The Altai Mountains are located in the south of Siberia and provide a great opportunity for taking photographs of the breathtaking scenery. The mountains are home to a variety of wildlife, including the rare snow leopard, and the picturesque lakes and rivers provide a stunning backdrop for photographs.St. Petersburg is an incredible city and is renowned for its grand architecture and impressive monuments. The city is home to some of the most iconic buildings in the country, such as the Hermitage Museum and the Peter and Paul Fortress, and provides a great opportunity for taking photos of these stunning landmarks.The Caucasus Mountains are located in the southern part of Russia and are home to some of the most stunning scenery in the country. The mountains offer great opportunities for taking photos of the incredible landscapes and unique wildlife, such as the Caucasian red deer and the Bezoar Ibex.Finally, Lake Baikal is the oldest and deepest lake in the world and is renowned for its incredible beauty. The lake is home to some of the most stunning landscapes in the country and provides a great opportunity for taking photos of its crystal clear waters and snow-capped mountains.From the iconic Red Square in Moscow to the breathtaking landscapes of the Caucasus Mountains, Russia offers a wide variety of beautiful locations for taking photos. Whether you're a professional photographer or an amateur enthusiast, there are plenty of spectacular locations in Russia to capture stunning images.

Top photo spots in Russia

  1. Church of the Savior on Blood - 44 photos; architecture
  2. Cathedral of St. Basil the Blessed - 38 photos
  3. Hram Petra i Pavla - architecture
  4. Poklonnaya Hill - 9 photos
  5. Hermitage Museum - 45 photos
  6. граффити боровицкой площади Nickfw - 11 photos; urban
  7. Красноярск - 38 photos; water, architecture, urban
  8. Tekhnicheskiy Muzey OAO Avtovaz - 45 photos; transport
  9. Hermitage - 45 photos; people
  10. Metro - 41 photos; architecture, urban
  11. Vasilyevsky Island Russia Saint - 11 photos
  12. Morning Yakhromskaya Kitchen Mar2009 - abandoned
  13. Residence Samara Church Frunze - 26 photos; architecture, urban
  14. Kuskovo - 45 photos; architecture, panoramic
  15. Russia Nizhny Church Nizhnynovgorod - 45 photos; architecture
  16. Viktor 19902015 Graffiti Streetart - 45 photos; urban
  17. Angara Sinrise Island - sunset, landscape
  18. Bagration Bridge - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  19. Lakhta Centr Xt2 20221225 - 32 photos; sunset, landscape
  20. парк отель карелия - abandoned
  21. богатырь Opencast Bogatyr Bogatyr' - transport
  22. Novospassky Monastery - 31 photos; architecture, urban, panoramic
  23. Hermitage Petersburg - 45 photos; landscape, architecture
  24. Malaya Konushenaya Morning/утро петербурге - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  25. вид горы болектау - 8 photos
  26. Hotspot - 39 photos
  27. 360° - 32 photos; landscape, architecture
  28. Peter Cathedral Paul - 45 photos; architecture
  29. Siberia Urbex - 12 photos; abandoned
  30. сарапул ул советская
  31. Hermitage Petersburg Russia Palace - 45 photos; architecture
  32. Saint Pete [Explored] питерский - 38 photos; water
  33. Sea - water
  34. Охотный Ряд - 45 photos; nature, urban
  35. скала шаманка - 6 photos; water
  36. Nature Tree Russia вечер - 38 photos; nature
  37. *** - 45 photos; people, urban
  38. Nicholas Monastery Pereslavl никольский - 45 photos; sunset, architecture, urban
  39. смольный собор - 29 photos; urban
  40. Street Life Ekaterina закат - people, urban
  41. Olympic Torch Relay First - 6 photos; landscape, architecture
  42. Víctimes «Everyone Has His - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  43. реадовка - landscape, nature
  44. 7_dsc3958 Scene Stranger Eyes - 45 photos; people, urban
  45. New Cities президенте Moscow - 1 photo
  46. Malyye Small Waterfalls
  47. Sexy Beautiful Cute Portrait - 1 photo; people, abandoned
  48. Toma: Open Your Legs - architecture
  49. Kirov Train Russia Railway - 8 photos; transport
  50. Ukwz сыр качотта домашний - 6 photos; landscape
  51. Imgp7815 аэропорт пулково автодорога - 4 photos; urban, panoramic
  52. центр досуга жастар памятник
  53. Bonsai Garden - nature, water
  54. москва #Moscow марина барешенкова - 34 photos; architecture, urban
  55. Annenkirche - 32 photos; architecture, abandoned
  56. Red Pool Karagay Canyon - landscape, water
  57. Kazakhstan Qostanay Bus Ksn28u - 1 photo; transport
  58. Morning Izmailovo Kremlin Graffiti - 45 photos; landscape, urban
  59. барельеф Snowfall City I'm - 45 photos; landscape, urban
  60. Lieutenant Schmidt Neva Nevsky24 - 41 photos; water, transport

Photo spots in Russia, by area

Questions about photo spots in Russia

What are the best photo spots in Russia?

The top 5 of the 297 photo spots ShotHotspot has mapped in Russia, ranked by how often they're photographed, viewed and voted for:

  1. Church of the Savior on Blood - 44 photos, good for architecture photography
  2. Cathedral of St. Basil the Blessed - 38 photos
  3. Poklonnaya Hill - 9 photos
  4. Hermitage Museum - 45 photos
  5. граффити боровицкой площади Nickfw - 11 photos, good for urban photography

Where can I photograph the sunset in Russia?

The top-ranked spots in Russia for sunset and sunrise photography:

  1. Lakhta Centr Xt2 20221225 - 32 photos, good for sunset and landscape photography
  2. Nicholas Monastery Pereslavl никольский - 45 photos, good for sunset, architecture and urban photography
  3. Petersburg Russia аду 1907г - 45 photos, good for sunset, architecture and urban photography
  4. Little майский Hour After - 45 photos, good for sunset, water and urban photography
  5. Gallery Vladimir Lubenko галерея - 42 photos, good for sunset and architecture photography

Where can I do a photoshoot in Russia?

The top-ranked spots in Russia for portrait, people and wedding photography:

  1. Hermitage - 45 photos, good for people photography
  2. 7_dsc3958 Scene Stranger Eyes - 45 photos, good for people and urban photography
  3. Sexy Beautiful Cute Portrait - 1 photo, good for people and abandoned photography
  4. Chernavskii bridge - 18 photos, good for people and architecture photography
  5. Mary - 3 photos, good for people photography

Are there abandoned places to photograph in Russia?

Yes: ShotHotspot has mapped 19 abandoned places in Russia, including Siberia Urbex, Sexy Beautiful Cute Portrait and Annenkirche. Many are private property or unsafe, so get permission before you visit.

Abandoned places in Russia

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