Guided walking tour of Vladivostok through the eyes of Eleanor Lord Prey

Vladivostok, Russia
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Overview
Duration
2h
Languages
English, Russian
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Discover the American Eleanor Prey and why she's famous today in Vladivostok during this two-hour walking tour.Starting from meeting your guide at your accommodation, you'll walk in the footsteps and hear about Eleanor Prey who lived there for more than 30 years at the turn of the century, leaving in 1930, to homeland described Vladivostok. You'll see right near the main post office building, the sculpture of a woman who is in a hurry to drop a letter into the mailbox. After your walk, you'll have learned how Eleanor was a witness to the development of the Russo-Japanese War, World War I, revolution and intervention. But even in such a difficult time, the Vladivostok American was not disappointed with her life in Russia and continued to love her new homeland. Plus how she refused to leave Russia even when in 1916 her relative Sarah Smith suggested she move to China due to political events in Russia. You'll even see where she worked until 1930.

What to remember

Important info

  • Please leave accommodation address details at check out
  • Due to uneven and steep surfaces, the activity is unsuitable for anyone with walking difficulties or wheelchair users
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
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Local guide
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Highlights

Experience the old courtyards described in the book "Letters from Vladivostok". Learn about a dramatic period of its history and Vladivostok’s first blogger. See the sculpture of a woman who is in a hurry to drop a letter into the mailbox. Explore the story of love for the city through letters to relatives in America and China, which have been published in several books along with photographs

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until 3 days in advance
Provider
TUI Russia
Meeting Point

You will indicate your pickup location at checkout.