In 2023, 40 beach areas were equipped for people with disabilities. All the necessary elements of the barrier-free environment were created on them - convenient entrances, descents to the water, approaches to service facilities.
"The need for inclusiveness of the urban environment is growing, as it concerns not only wheelchair users, but also mothers with children, temporarily disabled people and the elderly. According to various expert estimates, this is 20-25 percent of the population. On the agenda is the issue of the accessibility of beach areas and their infrastructure. Of the 170 city beaches, 68 are accessible, in 2023 40 ramps for beaches were purchased," said the First Deputy Mayor of Sochi Svetlana Kalinina.
As part of the new project, the list of accessible environment facilities, places of installation of ramps, lifts, accessibility of transport infrastructure and public transport, overground and underground crossings will be updated. Proposals for the development of inclusive tourism in Sochi are being prepared, new routes are being created, including in conjunction with the national park. Since last year, four inclusive routes "City Legends" have been implemented.
Visitors to an Italian restaurant in the city of Romeo and Juliet are being offered a digital detox. For a few hours, they can spend time at the restaurant's tables without their phones, receiving a bottle of local wine in return
Greek scientists are set to travel to the Bulgarian station in Antarctica. This was announced at a conference on the cooperation of Balkan countries in the polar regions, held in the Bulgarian city of Ahtopol
According to experts, before the onset of cold weather, the hedgehog must have time to hide in a shelter and fall into hibernation until spring. And for this, it needs to bring its weight to about 750 grams. Then there will be enough energy for the cold months
A significant milestone in the development of the Elbrus resort is expected in 2027. By this time, a new ski area will open, the number of cable cars will increase from three to nine, a modern service center will appear, as well as additional hotels and restaurants
From October 6 to 9, Moscow's eco-centers will host a series of events as part of World Habitat Day. Visitors will learn about the importance of caring for areas that serve as homes for animals and plants
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