Discover Kalinkino on the Inya

Kalinkino lies on the Inya. Its founding in the 19th century links the village to peasants from European Russia who bore the surname Kalinkin, after whom Kalinkino was named. Its riverside location and the history of its name give the village a distinct character. If you are looking for a holiday rental, these local connections may help you decide on a destination.

Local history and remembrance

Kalinkino’s history begins with the peasants who came from European Russia in the 19th century. The village’s name preserves their connection to its founding: the settlers bore the surname Kalinkin. This gives the local history a specific point of reference, rather than treating Kalinkino merely as a spot on the map.

Another historical landmark is the monument to local soldiers, erected in 1975. It is dedicated to those who fell fighting for their homeland in the Great Patriotic War of 1941–1945. The founding story and the monument represent different chapters in the village’s history: Kalinkino’s beginnings in the 19th century and the memory of the war years.

Choose your accommodation and location carefully

When looking for a holiday rental, its exact location is a practical point of comparison: is the accommodation in Kalinkino or in the surrounding area? The «Berezovy Ujut» recreation base lies northwest of Kalinkino, in the surrounding area; a hotel at the «Berezovy Ujut» educational and health centre is associated with it. This point of reference adds context to the village profile without determining the location of any particular holiday rental. When comparing options, check which place each accommodation refers to.

More travel ideas in Kemerovo Oblast

Those planning to include other parts of Kemerovo Oblast alongside Kalinkino will find a range of nature and culture experiences there. In Shorsky National Park, visitors can raft on mountain rivers, take motorboat trips and hike along ecological trails. These activities offer different ways to experience the region; specific seasonal rules may vary.

The «Srednyaya Mrassu» rafting route runs from Ust-Kabyrza to Ust-Anzas, takes at least three days depending on the weather, and is rated Category I. It is open to all age groups. By contrast, the «Verkhnyaya Mrassu» route includes small rapids and riffles rated Categories I and II; water conditions and duration depend on participants’ preparation and water levels. The details show the differences: the minimum duration and category are specified for one route, while the other is described mainly in terms of rapids, difficulty grades and changing conditions. Check current park rules and route conditions before setting out.

The «Sheregesh» eco-trails offer another way to experience nature in Kemerovo Oblast. Their features include three land-art installations, a dancing forest, «living stones», block fields and the ancient «Verbljudi» rocks. These rock pinnacles are on the slope of Mount «Kurgan». The «Sheregesh» ski runs range from 350 to 3,800 metres in length. The trail features and run lengths offer different points of reference for planning a trip in the region; check local conditions and current resort information before setting out.

Rock art and historic places in the region

For those interested in cultural history, «Tomskaya Pisanitsa» is another point of interest in Kemerovo Oblast. The museum-reserve covers 156 hectares of pine forest on the banks of the Tom River and is considered one of the best-known and most significant rock art sites in Western Siberia. People left 300 rock images at places regarded as sacred; the oldest depictions are 4,000 years old. Since the reserve’s early years, it has also hosted historical, ethnographic and folkloric events and festivals.

At the «Shorsky ulus Kesek» complex near «Tomskaya Pisanitsa», the homestead of a wealthy Shor has been reconstructed. The buildings are original structures from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In Novokuznetsk, «Kuznetsk Fortress» offers a different historical focus: it is a federal monument to history, military engineering and architecture. The fortress houses a permanent archaeological exhibition on the region’s early history, as well as halls for temporary exhibitions.

Discover more destinations: Zhuravlevo, Bedarevo, Mezhdurechensk, Sheregesh, Osinniki, Yurga, Tashtagol, Myski.

For the broader travel overview: Kemerovo Oblast.