Karelia is a unique land and is worth seeing. Besides endless sightseeing Karelia offers plenty of options for tourism and cultural programs for those who wish not only to have a rest but also to find out something interesting about the unknown. Karelia is famous for its cultural objects. The historical and cultural peculiarity of Karelia differs it from the other regions of Russia. . Living together for more than ten centuries they’ve created a unique and original culture. The most well-known places of interest in Karelia are Kizhi open-air museum, Valaam island monastery, Kivach waterfall, Martial waters spa, Karelian petroglyphs and National Parks.