The Karelian city of Kondopoga was famous for its stunning example of traditional Russian North architecture in the form of a 18th century wooden church - but sadly this church was destroyed in an arson attack in 2018. Any visit to Kondopoda should be accompanied with a trip to the nearby Kivach Waterfall located within the beautiful Kivach Nature Reserve. It is also possible to combine a trip here with a visit to Petrozavodsk .