Solovki Monastery and Gulag
Соловецкие острова
Historic Solovetsky Islands site, home to a medieval monastery, an army base, and an infamous Soviet Gulag.

📜 Remote archipelago in the White Sea, known for its monastery, military history, and Soviet-era Gulag.
🔍 UNESCO World Heritage site since 1992, symbol of Soviet repression.

Why Go

🏰 Explore a historic Russian Orthodox monastery
📖 Learn about the grim history of the first Soviet Gulag
🏞️ Experience the remote beauty of the White Sea islands
🏛️ Visit a museum commemorating Gulag victims

Why Avoid

✈️ Difficult access, requiring flights to Arkhangelsk then to Solovetsky Islands

Tips

💡 Consider visiting during warmer months for easier access and navigation.

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