Krasnaya Polyana and Esto-Sadok are the most popular places among holidaymakers in Sochi. They are famous for their picturesque landscapes, developed ski infrastructure and hospitality of the local population. However, what is better to choose when going to Sochi - rest in Esto-Sadok or Krasnaya Polyana?
Krasnaya Polyana
After the 2014 Olympics, the village began to develop rapidly. Many hotels, restaurants, ski slopes, modern ski lifts were built here. A good road was laid from the airport and buses were launched. After the end of the Olympic Games, the development of Krasnaya Polyana did not stop. More and more new tourist infrastructure facilities are appearing here, which they are trying to build without disturbing vacationers.
The main reason people come to Krasnaya Polyana is winter sports. It has everything you need for skiing and snowboarding. In summer, you can come here to take a walk in the mountains, enjoying walks through the local chestnut forests.
Esto-Sadok
Not so long ago, Esto-Sadok was a small village with a population of 800 people. Now it is a real epicenter of Sochi tourism. It is here that the most famous ski resorts are built, which operate all year round: Rosa Khutor, Gorki Gorod, Gazprom and others.
Another unique feature of the Esto-Sadok resort is its comfortable climate. The village is protected from strong winds by the Caucasus Range, and warm air penetrates here through the Mzymta Gorge. Thanks to this, the weather here is always comfortable and there are no severe frosts.
Like Krasnaya Polyana, Esto-Sadok continues to develop rapidly after the Olympics. Hotels, shopping and entertainment centers are being built here, new tracks and eco-paths are being laid. All this harmoniously fits into the surrounding landscapes, without disturbing the beauty of the local nature.
Esto-Sadok will appeal to even those who are not fond of skiing. All year round here you can enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery and breathe the cleanest air. And in the summer you can take a guide and go with him to the mountains to see all the beauties of the local nature.
Each resort has its own advantages. However, more and more vacationers are choosing Esto-Sadok, as it is closer to get to the main lifts and the Gornaya Karusel ski complex. In addition, the village is mainly located on a plateau, so you don’t have to constantly go uphill or downhill to get to your hotel.
