Sochi has been a popular tourist destination for over a century and was first developed as a resort in the late 19th century by the Russian aristocracy. The city hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games and has since become a major international sporting destination.

Sochi has a subtropical climate, with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This makes it a popular destination for both summer and winter vacations. The city has over 100 kilometers of coastline, with many beautiful beaches. Visitors can relax in the sun, swim in the Black Sea, and play in the sand. Besides the beaches, Sochi is located in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains. Visitors can hike in the mountains, visit waterfalls, and enjoy alpine scenery.

In addition to these natural attractions, Sochi has a variety of other spots, including the Sochi Arboretum, the Winter Theater, and the Sochi National Park. Sochi Arboretum has over 1,800 species of plants from all over the world. Visitors can take a walk through the beautiful gardens and admire the exotic plants, as well as enjoy stunning views of the Black Sea. The neoclassical Winter Theater was built in 1937 and is one of the most iconic landmarks in Sochi. It hosts a variety of performances, including opera, ballet, and theater productions.

Krasnaya Polyana ski resort is located in the Caucasus Mountains and has slopes for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. Visitors can also go snowboarding, snowshoeing, and tubing at the resort. There is also a casino, a variety of restaurants and bars, and a lively nightlife scene.

You can also enjoy delicious specialties such as sour cream, grilled meat, and typical Crimean Chacha wine a Georgian drink with the characteristic flavor of grape skins or borscht, the famous red beet soup.