Timeline
08:56
Arrive at Victory Stele to find a clear spot facing southwest. The sun will rise behind the monument, casting long shadows across Victory Square as the sky brightens toward the SW.
09:26
Watch the sunrise. The golden light begins to hit the statue of N'urguna Bootura shortly after the sun breaks the horizon. Enjoy the quiet moment before the city fully wakes up.
10:26
Walk to Кофе муз for a warm drink and breakfast. It is open from 10:00 on weekdays, so you will arrive right as it opens. Order coffee or tea to warm up after the early morning chill.
Local tip
January in Yakutsk is extremely cold. Dress in layers and wear a hat and gloves. The walk from the stele to the café is short but exposed to the wind.
Check before you go
- Кофе муз opens at 10:00 on weekdays (Mo-Fr). Plan to arrive there at 10:00 or slightly after.
- Check the current sunrise time for your specific travel dates, as it varies by season.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Yakutsk (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).