Rossiya—that word alone elicits images of opulent churches, resplendent palaces and breathtaking cathedrals. A more magical setting to say “I do” couldn’t have been dreamt up. Russia is the place where fairytales really can come true.
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Russian names are fascinating and beautiful, imbued with layers of meaning, but can be quite puzzling to foreigners. You might find yourself wondering how a middle name and first name can be the same, or why every person has so many nicknames. If you’re visiting Russian friends, doing business in Russia, or just enjoy reading Russian literature, it can be useful to understand how Russian names work. Read on to find out the most popular names in Russia today, discover some of the weird and wonderful names that the Soviets gave their children, and learn how to decode the nicknames in Russian literature.
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When people decide to visit Russia, they endure the headaches that come with obtaining a visa and the long and arduous flight. (If you are not from the Antipodes or thereabouts you have no right to complain about the flight – ed.) But what all these tourists have in common is that they appreciate the art, architecture, and history of Russia, and want to learn more about it.
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The predominant religion in Russia is Orthodox Christianity, but there are others, too. Judaism, Buddhism, Islam and Russian Shamanism - learn more about the followers of these religions in Russia
No, there are no bears on the street. Only in the zoo or circus (but in Siberia, the bears sometimes really do come to town!) As for the climate, this really depends on the region: Russia is large, and one place may be completely different from another. Let's look at the situation in an even broader context.
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As with any other attraction, Russian theatres have their high and low seasons. Below are the best theatres to see this heart-warming, family-friendly ballet in Moscow
Since its 19th-century debut in the Mariinsky, Tschaikovsky’s Nutcracker has been the one and only ballet to see at Christmas. Here’s a list of the best theatres in St Petersburg showing this enchanting tale.
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When you think of Russian cultural institutions, what springs to mind? The Hermitage, the Russian Museum, and the Bolshoi Ballet; the opulent palaces and churches of Tsarist history; revolutionary artwork taking the country by storm. Yet Russia is an incredibly rich source of unique contemporary art.
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Ancient Slavs, ancestors of the modern Russian people, believed that many supernatural beings existed around them - in nature and in their homes. These supernatural creatures may have been good or evil, brought misfortune or wealth, protected the house or helped not to get lost in the forest. Today these beliefs may seem a bit outdated, however they are reflected in the Russian culture - ancient and modern.
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