In recent days, many videos have appeared online showing bears roaming the roads of Sochi.

For instance, the animals were spotted on the grounds of the Rosa Khutor resort. One of them became interested in how the parking system worked at the ski complex. Witnesses filmed the animal as it inspected the payment machine.

Another predator was seen by residents of the Adler district. The bear was moving quickly along the roads of the village of Kashtany while locals watched it from their car.

On the night of September 30, many new videos appeared online showing the forest’s inhabitants roaming about. According to specialists, the animals are currently in a hyperphagia period, which explains their high activity and approach to human-inhabited areas.

Bears have started approaching people in Krasnaya Polyana.

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Sochi

Sochi is a major resort city on Russia’s Black Sea coast, historically established as a popular destination for sanatoriums and seaside recreation. It gained significant international prominence after hosting the 2014 Winter Olympics, which led to major infrastructure development. Today, it remains a prominent year-round tourist destination, known for its beaches, subtropical climate, and nearby Caucasus Mountains.

Rosa Khutor

Rosa Khutor is a mountain resort located in the Krasnaya Polyana area, near Sochi in Russia. It was developed specifically for the 2014 Winter Olympics, hosting the alpine skiing events. Since the games, it has become a popular year-round destination for skiing, snowboarding, and summer mountain tourism.

Adler district

The Adler district is a coastal area in Sochi, Russia, situated along the Black Sea. Historically a small settlement, it underwent significant development in the 20th century and became a major hub for the 2014 Winter Olympics, which saw the construction of the Olympic Park and other world-class facilities. Today, it is a prominent tourist destination known for its beaches, resorts, and sporting venues.

Kashtany

“Kashtany” is a common name for residential areas or streets in several post-Soviet countries, particularly in Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine, translating to “Chestnuts.” These places are often named for the beautiful, mature chestnut trees that line their avenues, a popular feature in urban landscaping. While not a single historic site, the name itself evokes a shared cultural and aesthetic tradition in these regions.

Krasnaya Polyana

Krasnaya Polyana is a mountain resort area located in the Western Caucasus, near Sochi, Russia. It gained international prominence after hosting several events for the 2014 Winter Olympics. Historically, it was a settlement of the indigenous Circassian people before becoming a popular destination for skiing and alpine tourism.