New Athos Cave ticket prices to rise for tourists in 2026
Abkhazia has set new prices for excursion tickets for the New Athos Cave for 2026, resulting in a significant increase for most visitors.
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Russia handed over suspect in Sukhumi shooting to Abkhazia
The incident occurred on November 11
Türkiye, Abkhazia most popular foreign travel destinations among Russians
Since the beginning of the year, 24 trips abroad were made by Russians, this is 1.6 mln more than the previous year
No power outages expected in Abkhazia if weather remains warm
Such a scenario is envisioned till the end of this year, what next is unknown
Over 5,000 tourists visited Abkhazia using single-ticket system
Pitsunda was the most popular destination
Outbound tourism by Russians surges in summer
Outbound tourism by Russians this summer has grown by an average of 20% compared to the same period last year, President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry Ilya Umansky said.
Direct flights to be launched between Abkhazia and St. Petersburg
Sukhumi and St. Petersburg will be connected by direct flights, operated by iFly airline.
Gagripsh railway station in Abkhazia to be modernized
The legendary Gagripsh railway station in Abkhazia will be renovated after several decades of being abandoned.
Tourist from Moscow dies in Abkhazia
The man fell off a cliff near one of the waterfalls in the Tkvarcheli district
Russia, Abkhazia to cooperate in energy and medicine
The parties plan to develop industry roadmaps for both areas
Nizhny Novgorod and Sukhum to be connected by direct flights at the end of May
Regular flights will begin to operate between the capital of Abkhazia and Nizhny Novgorod at the end of May.
First in 30 years flight departs from Sukhum to Moscow
Earlier, a plane with tourists arrived in Sukhum, where the opening of the airport took place
First flight from Russia arrives in Abkhazia
The Sukhum airport officially opened today
Aeroflot not to perform flights to Abkhazia
The first direct regular flight to Sukhum will be performed on May 1 by the UVT AERO company
Christians and Catholics around the world celebrate the bright holiday of Easter
Today, Christians and Catholics around the world celebrate the main Christian holiday - Easter, the day of the Resurrection of Christ. The holiday symbolizes the transition of mankind from earth to heaven and to eternal life through the atoning sacrifice of the Son of God.
Two Russian airlines receive permission to fly to Abkhazia
Rosaviatsia has authorized two Russian airlines, iFly and NordStar, to operate flights to Sukhum airport. Their planes will fly from Moscow and Krasnoyarsk.
Ritsa tourist train's schedule for 2025 announced
The Ritsa train from Moscow to Abkhazia will make only one trip this year. Ticket sales have not yet begun - the tour is scheduled for October.
Sukhum Airport ready for certification
The Energy and Transport Department of Abkhazia has announced the completion of all inspections at Sukhum Airport regarding passenger air transportation standards. According to the ministry, the airport is ready for full-scale operations with international flights.
Branches of Russian bank to appear in Abkhazia
Premises in Sukhum have already been allocated for the bank
Sergei Kiriyenko promises timely payments for Abkhazian pensioners
The Russian authorities will ensure the timely transfer of pensions for Russian pensioners living in the country on a permanent basis
