How to rest in January

Do not be discouraged when behind a window Blizzard, A BETTER SEND TO RESORT January - while a cold and bleak. The novelty and freshness of winter is not pleased, and very gay colors you want your life with bright colors and interesting events, fun places and new emotions. Hence, it is time to gather in the road. Why not enjoy all the colors and the pleasures of winter and not go to the winter resorts? What kind of winter resorts can be compared with the Swiss? So, we go to Switzerland. St. Moritz Super elegant, extravagant and truly winter Swiss resort, St. Moritz is known worldwide for its world-class ski runs, two held here at the time Winter Olympics, fantastic scenery and life-giving waters of the healing mountain sources. Of course, tourists (often senior) from around the world attracted vigorous social life with lots of receptions, receptions, parties, at which the dazzling diamonds glitter and endless river flowing champagne. Mountain landscape in the resort of St. Moritz outspread around St. Moritz depths of the forest, towering mountain peaks and glistening lakes adjust to the very romantic. And the resort itself consists of two separate villages - is located on the shores of Lake St. Moritz Bad, with its famous spas and healing mud baths and St. Moritz Dorf, rising on a hillside above the lake. St. Moritz - the charm of the evening, of course, the hottest season here we have it in January. In the middle of winter in St Moritz from all over the world come lovers go skiing and snowboarding. The local slopes, possibly too steep for beginners, but are ideally suited to advanced skiers and snowboarders. And in honor of professional skiers enjoy the famous Glacier Dyavoletstsa and very long descent from the eponymous mountain. Love the pros and fill the adrenaline during the descent from the summit Lagalba and from the top, Dyavoletstsa - where there is dispersed and test their skills, they say not a child! In the second half of January on icy expanse of Lake St. Moritz, the famous tournament held Cartier Polo World Cup ", one of the key sporting events in the life of the resort. Participate in it attracts dozens of teams from different corners of the globe, and to cheer - thousands of spectators. Exciting moments of the tournament against Cartier Polo World Cup "And in order to pacify the little flaming during sporting battles emotions, the best thing - shopping trip, because not for nothing that St. Moritz reputation as the most stylish and elegant Swiss resort. International brands, designer boutiques, galleries - eyes get an incredible wealth and luxury. And the night life here is very energetic and lively, but at the same time and record-expensive compared to other alpine resorts. Zermatt Zermatt Village - another no less famous and pretentious Swiss winter resort, perched on a high alpine plateau. There is also an abundance of luxury ski trails and excellent snow. But the main feature of Zermatt - the location in the immediate vicinity of the famous symbol of Switzerland - majestic mountains of the Matterhorn. When, if not in January, should enjoy the famous Matterhorn, it covered a thick snow capped peak, rising to 4,478 m, which is most any other point of Switzerland, was awarded the attention of photographers. Symbol of Switzerland, the Matterhorn mountain, but it is worth remembering that the Matterhorn as beautiful and just as dangerous - all his serenity and tranquility of flashy, in fact, many unwary skiers made this his last and tragic descent. Nevertheless, the slopes of Zermatt - a real mecca for traditional skiers and those who consider themselves pros in this exciting experience. By the way, many professional trails around Zermatt skiing is available until January - early February, which again suggests that this is the best month to go to Zermatt. By the way, until the town can be reached only by a special funicular from the bottom of the valley, to the same within the resort traffic is prohibited, which, coupled with pure mountain air makes the local climate is simply amazing. Twilight in the resort of Zermatt There is also another interesting feature - the opposite slope of the Matterhorn is already in Italy. So that the most curious is a unique opportunity to ride in one day and on the Italian and Swiss side. Skiing in Zermatt is no doubt profiling pastime, but this does not mean that more is nothing to do. Scenic hiking trails in snowy, like a fairy descended from the pictures Forests, entertaining museums, skating ring and a lot more. And do not forget the local souvenir shops to buy something to remember, for example, the finest in the world of watches or T-shirt with the image of the majestic Matterhorn. Oh, and be sure to try a traditional Swiss fondue (the national dish, roasted on the basis of cheese and wine in a special heat-resistant bowl, ca. Perevi.)! Salzburg While that in Salzburg, Austria is not all that distinguishes the winter resorts and the city is not considered a skiing paradise, but it was in January, he was at the peak of its popularity and appeal. In winter, the Austrian town seems revived Christmas cards, so it is beautiful, bright and perfectly clean. His expressive baroque castles, palaces, concert halls, sparkling with multicolored lights of streets and squares create a feeling of this festival. Salzburg, Gastein valley, however, is in the winter Salzburg and has its own special charm - the surrounding hills (or rather the mountains), and the city comes alive at this time under the magical sounds of the music of Mozart. And many fans of the brilliant composer come here to celebrate the birthday of a classic, January 27, in his native Salzburg. Salzburg in January, even those who know nothing about art and does not consider himself an ardent admirer of Mozart, as in Salzburg, can not resist the captivating beauty of his music. Image of the genius composer can be seen on each postcard with views of the city, a box of chocolates and souvenirs, and the house where Mozart was born and the church where he was baptized, now converted into a museum of the great composer. Quite naturally, in January, these attractions is undergoing a pilgrimage. Mozart Week in the jubilee, 2006, when the mentioned 250-anniversary of the birth of the great classical composer's birthday - a national holiday, which is particularly aficionados (and this includes virtually all of the Austrians) are celebrating nearly a week. And celebrate, of course, with the music. The most celebrated opera singers of the planet as their duty to visit Salzburg during this period and take part in the festivities. 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