Krasnoyarsk is the second largest city in Siberia (after Novosibirsk)
with 930.000 inhabitants, situated on both sides of the river Enissey.
It was founded in 1628 and is now the industrial and cultural centre of
the region. The main industry includes machine construction, chemical
industry, shipyards and especially aluminium production. There are 2 universities,
15 colleges for higher education, 5 theatres, 4 concert halls and 6 museums.
Krasnoyarsk is becoming one of the most attractive regions in Russia for
both Russian and foreign tourists. The region offers a unique combination
of beautiful rivers
and mountains, clean air, hunting and fishing, architectural sites and
the ethnic culture of a unique northern nation. Adventure travelers and
tourists can see the beauty of Siberian nature in its very heart, the
Krasnoyarsk region. The tourism industry in the region represents a number
of investment opportunities for US businesses in the development of resort
hotels, ski facilities, and hiking grounds. American tourist companies
can greatly benefit from arranging hiking, hunting and fishing tours for
US travelers jointly with local firms.
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