Scenic Saransk
Saransk is a smaller city in the southwest of Russia that normally only sees the most intrepid of travelers. Being the capital and only city of the Mordovia region, Saransk is the best place to visit to learn more about Mordovia.
Known for its ethnic diversity and exotic cuisine, the city can be a great place to explore the expanded menu of Russia. In terms of sights, the Cathedral of Fyodor Ushakov makes a grand statement, while the Museum of War and Work Efforts focuses on the local military contributions.