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	The Kandalaksha Nature Reserve
	The Kandalaksha Nature Reserve is one of the oldest in Russia. It is located in two regions at once - the Murmansk region and Karelia. It includes more than 550 islands and the sea area.
--11-12-2020--
	Where to Ski in Russia: Murmansk
	The Murmansk region in winter and summer is completely different. In summer, lovers of off-road expeditions, hikes, fishing and water rafting come here. But we have prepared this article for those who plan to travel here in winter to enjoy skiing.
--07-12-2020--
	Nature Wonders of the Murmansk Region
	The Murmansk region is unusual in many ways. Despite the fact that it occupies one peninsula, the variety of landscapes in its various parts is stunning. The Arctic is one of the most wonderful regions of our country, and its nature is unique.
--07-12-2020--
	Best Places to See in the Murmansk Region
	The Murmansk region knows how to surprise travelers not only with the northern lights. Proximity to Europe, cold climate, access to the sea - this range of features could not but affect the attractions of the territory. Lovers of natural beauty will find something to do while exploring bays, nature reserves, tundra and lakes. Much in the region is associated with the history of the fleet - this is another tourist destination that attracts guests.
--06-12-2020--
	Top 7 Things to Do in Winter Murmansk
	The trees are covered with silver, and the streets are white and clean, which means it's time for some real winter fun. Here are the top 7 things to do in winter Murmansk.
--06-12-2020--
	The Kola Peninsula Tourist Area
	The map of the peninsula has virtually no blank spaces. Travelers cross the peninsula in all directions, the routes of many groups have passed the areas that were previously considered inaccessible.
--27-09-2018--
	Kirovsk Snow Village
	The excursion and tourist centre “Snow Village” is located in the Kirovsk micro-district Kukisvumchorr (“25th kilometer”) at the foot of the eponymous mountain, where the Ski Complex “Kukisvumchorr” is situated.
--28-12-2015--
	Plan Your Trip To Snow Village
	The Snow Village accepts guests from late December to May. All guests of the Snow Village rent snowmobiles for themselves or ride them as passengers.
--26-12-2015--
	Long-Term Cooperation of Murmansk Region with Northern Europe as Model of Partnership in the Arctic
	The Murmansk International Business Week is dedicated to international cooperation in the Arctic, and the role of cross-border cooperation in high latitudes.
--25-11-2015--
	Russian North snowmobile safari: Kalevala, Kizhi and beauty of Polar Night
	Snowmobile safari is the most popular kind of winter leisure in Republic of Karelia. It is amazing winter leisure in combination with visito Kalevala, where Karelo-Finnish epos originates and specific Russian exotic like wooden churches of Kizhi. There are also special Polar Night safari tours in Murmansk Region, also popular last time.
--20-01-2011--
	Khibiny Mountains: Skiing, Snowboarding and Reindeer Safari behind the Polar Circle
	First of all, Khibiny Mountains is one of the two main mountain ranges of the Kola Peninsula (Murmansk Region). It is the highest mountain range in Russia, which is situated beyond the Polar circle. Moreover, Khibiny is the oldest mountain range in Russia, that’s why they are not very high. They are about one milliard years old. They exist like mountains all this time.
--28-01-2010--
	Skiing in Russia's North
	The city of Kirovsk lies on the shore of the Bolshoi Vudyavr Lake and is almost enclosed by the mountains.
--19-11-2010--

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	The Authorities of the Murmansk Region have Lifted Restrictions on Entry to the Khibiny
	The epidemiological situation makes it possible to ease the restrictions in Kirovsk and Apatity.
--17-01-2021--
	The Entry to Popular Tourist Areas in the Murmansk Region is Restricted
	Entry restrictions will be valid till April 17 inclusive.
--06-04-2020--
	A National Park "Tersky Bereg" is Planned to be Created In the Murmansk Region
	The Murmansk region plans to transform the existing regional reserve "Varzuga".
--28-06-2018--
	Festival of Ethnic Cultures Held in Murmansk Region
	The festival of ethnic cultures "We are Together!" is taking place in the Kola District on October 17 and 18.
--17-10-2015--
	Arctic Tourism Development
	The press service of the Government of the Murmansk Oblast said that in recent years foreign and Russian cruise tour operators report a growing demand for Arctic tourism.
--08-03-2015--
	No Visas To Norway
	The residents of the entire Murmansk oblast will be able to travel to Norway without visas.
--19-12-2013--
	Zvyagintsev to Shoot New Movie on Kola Peninsula
	The well-known Russian film director Andrey Zvyagintsev has told about his work on the new movie Leviathan, the shooting of which will take place on the Kola Peninsula from August to October 2013.
--29-03-2013--
	Deer in Murmansk Region to Pay for Food Now
	Fee for grazing of private animals has been introduced in the Murmansk Region this year.
--17-02-2012--
	Four New Nature Sanctuaries to Appear in Murmansk
	The Murmansk Region, the nature of which is a real treasure of the Kola Peninsula, will be replenished with new nature sanctuaries.
--16-02-2012--
	Ice Wedding Palace to Open in Murmansk Region
	Russia’s only “Snow village” with its own cinema and Wedding Palace will be opened at the foothills of the Khibiny Mountains in Murmansk Region on December, 24th.
--19-12-2011--
	Archeologists Unearth Medieval Church in Murmansk
	Remains of the ancient Pechenga Church constructed by St. Tryphon in the first half of the 16th century have been discovered in the course of archeological excavations in Pechenga Settlement of the Murmansk Region.
--03-08-2011--