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 Once the playground of Russian
royalty, this city where Pushkin and Gogol lived continues as a major
cultural center.
During World War II, Odessa suffered major damage, but many of the 19th
century French-style buildings reminiscent of St. Petersburg survived. Among
the many monuments are the Vorontsov Palace, the remains of the Turks'
fortress Enu Dunia, and the former Stock Exchange. Stroll on Primorsky
Boulevard, ending at the historic Potemkin staircase that encompasses 192
steps and extends 455 feet. The pride and glory is the neo-classical Opera
House that saw musical events conducted by Tchaikovsky and ballets featuring
Anna Pavlova.
Pier Information. The ship will be docked at
the Odessa Port. The city center is approximately 1.5 miles from the
port. If you decide to climb the famous Potemkin Steps, it will take
about 15 minutes to reach downtown. Taxis are usually available at the
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Shopping. Deribasovskaya is the central
street of the old city; the 6-block pedestrian mall is its main shopping
area. Here are souvenirs and designer clothing. Odessa City Garden
(Gorsad) is the famous artisan’s market, where you can buy paintings,
gemstones, amber, handmade lace, etc. |
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Cuisine. Odessa cuisine consists
principally of Ukrainian, Russian, and Jewish dishes. There are also
Georgian, Turkish and Italian restaurants in Odessa, and many open air
cafés along Deribasovskaya Street or near the Opera. |
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Other Sights
Mother-in-Law Bridge and Gogol Street. Behind the
Vorontsov Palace, to the left of the colonnade, there is the
Mother-in-Law Bridge. Crossing it, you will be in a peaceful corner of
Old Odessa, near an outdoor café, where you can relax with a cup of
espresso or a glass of local champagne, admiring the architectural
ensemble of Gogol Street, one of the city’s most beautiful streets.
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Awaiting Your Return
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Complimentary
Spirits Await |
Return to Your
Suite and Sail Away to The Next Adventure |
Entertainment
and Dancing Await You |
