Explore Sitka
Spread over multiple islands such as Baranof island and Chichagof island, the Alaskan city and borough of Sitka is located near the state capital of Juneau.Once a part of Russia, the city shows sings of their influence in St.Michael,s Orthodox Cathedral, the 19th-century Russian Bishop,s House and the Sitka National Historical Park, that displays the past victories the Russians had over the indigenous Tlingit people.
Watch the tourism video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvaVFW9gXNE
Language Spoken
Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant meal 15 USD, Mid-range Restaurant meal 85 USD, Combo Meal 9,50 USDDrinks
Cappuccino 5,17 USD, Beer 1,79 - 7 USD, Bottle of Wine 15 USD, Water 2,60 USD, Coke/Pepsi 2,60 USD
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 2,50 USD, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 2,50 USDGeneral Transport
Walking, Community Ride, Bus/Visitors Shuttle, bikes and Taxis are the methods of transport in Sitka.Things to do in Sitka
Discover the may totem poles and the history surrounding them at the Sitka Park Totem Park.Observe and learn about bears living in the Fortress of the Bear rescue centre.The Alaska Raptor Centre offers an up close encounter and introduction to the many birds present, whenever you come by.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
(United States of America) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to United States:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to the United States: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
- TDAP (Tetanus
- Diphtheria & Pertussis)
- Chickenpox
- Shingles
- Pneumonia
- Influenza
- Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- (Alaska) Lonely Planet Alaska Guidebook
- A Warm Hat
- Sunglasses
- Eye Mask
- Lightweight Down Jacket
- Rain Trench
- Quick-Dry Hiking Pants
- Emergency Paracord Bracelet
- Neck Wallet
- Mosquito Repelling Wristbands
- Quality Travel Binoculars
- Moisture-Wicking Scarf and a First Aid Kit.
