Stalin's Summer Residence Museum

Stalin's Summer Residence Museum is located on Kurortny Prospekt in Sochi. It was Joseph Vissarionovich Stalin's former residence where he spent his summers from August to October annually. Architect Merzhanov built the building on a mountain ridge amidst picturesque landscapes of Matsestinsky Valley and Agurskoye Gorge. Inside, original furnishings including personal belongings and furniture are preserved. Visitors can visit the winery for wine tasting, chacha and other beverages, as well as purchase local products. Among famous guests at the summer house were Mao Zedong who left a commemorative silver writing set.