Okha

Okha (Оха́, ah-KHAH) is a city and important oil hub on the northern tip of Sakhalin|Sakhalin island in the Russian Far East. Ancestors of the 29,000 people living here named the town Okha, with their usual pragmatism: it derived from an indigenous word for bad water, to which the town owes its existence. Oil was discovered here in the late 19th century, and today it's the center of the island's oil industry.

Okha city - |A view of Okha

Travel to Okha

Although many maps show a rail line connecting Okha and Nogilki and the tracks have since been removed. Transportation from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is either done by air or in a combination of train and bus. Train #1 running once per day between Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk and Nogliki, often has a 6-wheel-drive bus (line 530) waiting to take passengers the last 250 kilometers up a muddy dirt road to Okha: it's supposed to depart at 10:30, leaving you 17 minutes to make your transfer.

Okha Airport sees a SAT Airlines Antonov AN-24 propeller aircraft landing 3 times per week from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, when weather permits. SAT also has a route to Khabarovsk on Tuesdays and Thursdays from mid-June to mid-September.

How to get around in Okha

For anywhere you are likely to go in Okha, walking should be sufficient. Busses 129 (for Tungor south of Okha) and 149 run to and from the airport about every hour between 07:00 and 19:00. Bus 180 bound for the harbour of Moskal'vo makes a stop in Nekrasovska (check see section below) 3-4 times per week (M Wednesday to Friday Sa), departing Okha at 06:20 and arriving at 07:30.

Corona Taxi - 28 Karla Marksa st. ☎ +7 42437 2616 Can get you around, if your own two feet don't seem all that attractive with the thermometer plunging below -30 °C outside.

What to see in Okha

Described by most passing business folks and oil people as utterly depressing, add the whole 'end of the road' situation, and your equation should end up along the lines of a town you would only visit while on business. If you insist, try to get here before the snow melts, it adds a certain charm to the place.

Okha Museum of Regional Studies - 1 Sovetskaya st. 53.589237, 142.940052 ☎ +7 42437 37724 | Opening Hours: Preordered visits only The town's feeble attempt at a museum with ethnographic and archaeological exhibitions related to the indigenous tribes of the area, and some photographs and art about the Russian explorations of this remote region.

Nekrasovska - This small village, 28 kilometers northwest of Okha, is home to the largest remaining community of the indigenous Nivkhi tribe. Take a marshrutka if you can find one, or find a cab driver, which while no easy feat either should be slightly easier.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Okha

If you're not here to board a helicopter or supply ship to one of the oil and gas platforms further north, you took a wrong turn somewhere! Unless this mishap has taken place in January or June when the indigenous tribes have their main annual festivals, retrace your steps, and return down south — or shoulder your Arctic gear, sleeping bag, tent, and rifle and go explore the wilderness.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Okha

Khiton Store - ХИТОН - ul. Karla Marksa 22 53.594273, 142.943385 ☎ +7 42437 2-5009 General store with everything from food and clothing to electrical appliances.

Halal Restaurants in Okha

Cafe Kristall - кафе Кристалл - ul. Komsomolskaya, 25 53.59128, 142.94726 ☎ +7 42437 2-7110 Look for a big "Кристалл" sign next to Hotel Canada.

Galata - Галата - ul. Dzerzhinsky, 3 ☎ +7 42437 2-4437

Pivzavod Okha - Пивзавод Оха - 41 Karla Marksa st. - A local brewery and the soft drinks are reported to be quite good.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Okha

Okha - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Okha, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Okha. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Okha and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Okha. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Okha. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inOkha: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Okha.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Okha: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Okha, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Okha.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Okha, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Okha, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Okha and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Okha, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Okha, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Okha without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Okha is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Okha.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Okha is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Okha, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Okha Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Hotel Canada - Канадская гостиница - okha70@ Komsomolskaya st. 24A ☎ +7 42437 20916 - Singles RUB850, shared bedrooms RUB600
Hotel Oilman - гостиница Нефтяник - 40 Lenin St. ☎ +7 42437 44110 - It's really not that fancy, but this old apartment building converted into a hotel is the town's best shot at an upmarket accommodation choice.

Hotel Satellite - Гостиница Сателлит - ☎ +7 42437 23719 - RUB2100-3400 Affiliated with SAT airlines, this hotel has singles, doubles and triples equipped with water heaters, showers, televisions and some have kitchenettes. Some rooms are rented out on a shared basis for as low as RUB750, otherwise a night will set you back

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Sberbank - Сбербанка - 32 Sovetskaya Street ☎ +7 42437 20228 This branch of Russia's largest bank is the only one in town.

Post Office - Почта России - 19 Dzerzhinsky Street ☎ +7 42437 23006

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