Explore the beautiful city of Saransk. The downtown area includes an interesting mix of Soviet-era apartment blocks and historical buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. Relax in one of the popular green spaces, parks, or squares, or check out the Saransk and Insar Rivers. Visitors will find no shortage of attractions such as famous monuments and fountains, impressive churches and cathedrals, and informative museums. Don’t miss the Family Monument or the Saransk TV Tower.

Saransk is also the perfect location for sports fans and athletes. The city was one of the hosts of the 2018 FIFA World Cup; the Mordovia Arena is an impressive piece of architecture that is being renovated post-World Cup to continue offering entertainment. In addition to the massive arena, Saransk has numerous other sports facilities and gyms where visitors can watch sports or get active themselves.