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kartuzinski · Just Starting Joined: 21 May 2006 Posts: 1

I have a question. I have travelled quite a bit - but the safety thing in Russia is a bit concerning. Not in Moscow or St Pete.
I am going to visit Rostov and then go to Taganrod. I am a fan of Checkhov and wantto see his home, museum, etc...
I am told by a few friends that it's dangerous for a foreighner in this part of the country bcause of kidnappings?
Does anyone have any first hand experience of safety or knowing of anything like this happening in this particular region?
- DK

bidnessboi@yahoo.com · Posted: Wed May 24, 2006 1:34 am Post subject:

You may find it wise to check advice from your Embassy The british Embassy advises against its subjects travelling there and other causican regions due to terrorist activities.

LeeLee · Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 10:07 pm Post subject: dont worry

I am English and have lived in Rostov for over 3 years now---- never had any problems ( touch wood ) and have even been to Tag and the museum

obviously like in any city of the world trouble exists if you go looking for it--- common sense prevails------
What nationality are you

Lee

Ivanhoe · Just Starting Joined: 05 Jun 2006 Posts: 1

Hi, some more details if you don't mind.
Taganrog is quite a small town, I think that you're likely to feel there extremely safe. As for Rostov ... just keep in mind that you're abroad, I think that there're not so many people speak nglish, so the best way for you is to create plan beforehand visiting Rostov and then just follow it.