The City Of Yuzhno-Sakhalinskis impressive by its harmonious combination of two completely different cultures – Russian and Japanese. Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk was founded as a settlement for corrective work among prisoners. A little later it was occupied by the Japanese state, which forever left its mark on the appearance of the city. Modern Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is highly developed in economic and cultural life of the city. The geographical position of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk assumes the presence of the most beautiful places of wild nature, where you will find the picturesque headlands and Islands, as well as tons of other amazing miraculous monuments. To get acquainted with such an unusual culture of the city you can in local museums and galleries. For example, in the Sakhalin state regional Museum, located in a historic building, very unusual in its architectural style. The appearance of the Museum resembles a medieval Japanese Palace, surrounded by beautiful Oriental garden. Its display will tell you about the history of the indigenous population and the development of the city, about the war, and the nature of these places. Another recommended to visit the Museum is the Regional art Museum, in the halls where regular exhibitions of contemporary artists as well as masterpieces of old Russian, Korean, and Japanese art. Unique Sakhalin railroad, which is very complicated from the technical side of the bridge and also the longest on the Sakhalin tunnel, dedicated to Museum of railway machinery. Here all visitors can enjoy a fascinating demonstration of the covered two-axle wagon, Japanese platform wagon "Kicha" and many other interesting objects. The memory of the great feat of the Soviet soldiers Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, who died during the great Patriotic war, stored in the square of Fame. Here is a memorial with several sculptures and an eternal flame. Enough to walk up on the cultural institutions of the city, you can relax by the picturesque lake in the shade of the alleys of the Park. Yuri Gagarin, which also has a children's railway, which is sure to delight kids. The spiritual life center of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is the resurrection Cathedral. The Church is interesting not only for pilgrims but also for those who are far from religion. It was built in the architectural style of Ancient Russia, and its territory is the bell tower with a huge bell, weighing in at 1 ton. Arriving in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, you'll be able to feel the specifics of island life, and fully enjoy the incredible beauty and hospitality.