Safety in Russia

Member since 01 October 2008

EuropeWordActive member14 February 2009 13:52:29

As stated in a post on this Russia topic, I realised that it is not such a safe country for foreigners. I visited Moscova and I didn't really feel comfortable walking on the streets at night.
What do you think? Is there someone sharing the same thoughts? What piece of advice would you offer?

blackpurl Active member

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blackpurlActive member08 June 2009 09:25:05

I think it depends on where you are at in Russia. Moscow is a very large city just like Los Angeles and I would not walk the streets of LA late at night either.

My husband and I take late night walks here in Krasnodar and it is very pleasant... and so are the people we meet along the way!

Dirrty Frank New member

Member since 12 July 2009

Dirrty FrankNew member12 July 2009 10:05:58

For me, Moscow makes me feel much more secure than Paris, my hometown

andreym Member

Member since 01 August 2009

andreymMember02 August 2009 04:38:59

I am, as Russian, who lived in Moscow for 10 years, can say that safety depends of the neighborhood you are walking or living in Moscow. Most of the central streets are quite safe, which I cannot say about some side-streets and courtyards. Some suburban areas especially ones where live working, not rich people are not safe, even daily.
Being in Costa Rica now, in San Jose I would say here is much more contrast and some neighborhoods are even more dangerous, but locals seemed more friendly in common.