Elista Vacations
RussiaDreaming of a vacation in Russia? Look no further than Elista. It has something for everyone including Buddha Shakyamuni Golden Abode and Pagoda Seven Days. Even better, vacations to Elista don't need to be expensive. We compare hundreds of flight and hotel options to find you the best deal available, …
The king is threatened daily in this Russian town because here, it’s all about chess. Play a game on the enormous chessboard painted on the ground in the Town Square or head to Chess City, a domed complex that hosted the 1998 Chess Olympiad. Indeed, some of the world’s finest chess players have paid a visit to Elista, which is the capital of the Republic of Kalmykia. Its other strange claim to fame is being the only Buddhist region in Europe; Elista’s chess complex includes a museum of Buddhist art.