Belavia has resumed direct flights between Minsk and Makhachkala, the capital of Dagestan. These flights are seasonal, with flights suspended in winter. Flights to Makhachala are scheduled to begin on April 26, and will take 3 hours and 20 minutes to complete.

For up-to-date information on prices and schedules, one can check the Belavia website.

In Makhachkala, there are several notable attractions to visit. One of them is the Juma Mosque, the largest mosque in Russia and modeled after the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, which can accommodate more than 15,000 people at once. Another attraction is the Petrovsky Lighthouse, located in the oldest part of Makhachkala called Gorka and built in 1852. This 19th century landmark is the only one of its kind in the capital of Dagestan and offers a glimpse into the past.

A monument to a Russian teacher is located near the History Museum in Makhachkala. A 10-meter-high statue of a woman holding a book and a globe stands beneath a pyramid of snow-white columns. Steps lead up to the monument.

Why a monument to a teacher of the Russian language? Because for many years, Dagestan has been home to several different peoples, each with their own unique traditions, culture and, of course, languages. These people did not always understand each other, but it was only after Russian became the official language that they truly began to unite.

The city is home to several interesting architectural landmarks from the Soviet era as well as trendy boutiques and restaurants.