Summer is almost here. Some of the world’s population, especially those who live in four-season countries, rejoice in the warmth of the sun and the festivity of the festival. Russia, where intimate Western European historical and aesthetic visions coexist with the giant relics of communism, also celebrated. Visiting Russia in the summer is a good […]
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Russia is famous not only for its authentic Vodka, but also its rich culture and deep root of history. The country’s literature is well known and highly respected world-wide. Leo Tolstoy and Dostoevsky are among the most famous writers from Russia. Their ballet has also traveled and performed globally. Speaking of literature and performance all […]
Because Russia still applies two calendars; Gregorian – the New Calendar and Julian – the Old Calendar, the country celebrates two New Years. The new one on the 1st of January, and the old one on January 14. Naturally, they have two New Year’s Eves too. In Russia the celebration of the change of year […]
When is the great time to visit Russia? Russia is one of the coldest countries in the world because it borders the North Pole. Visiting Russia in the winter will be very special moment, that is a challenge for you. You can feel the coldest place in Russia, which is definitely an experience you will […]
If you have never been to Russia, what do you think the weather is like in the country? You might instantly think that it’s cold there all year long. Well, that is not entirely true given the country has four seasons in a year. But, Russia does have an extreme kind of weather. It can […]
Ded Moroz which mean Grand Father Frost or Father Frost in English is known as Russian’s Santa Claus. Which actually appear so difference with a common Santa Clause we always see. Just like many countries In the world with their own version of Santa Claus. Russia and many other Slavic countries, particularly in Eastern Europe, […]
Music has always been a great thing to bring people together. They say it’s a universal language that can be understood even when one doesn’t speak the native tongue of the lyrics. Then, just like a great tree, music branches itself to accommodate different tastes by dividing the genre that then bind together people who […]
Thanksgiving! Who does not love Thanksgiving? With all the struggles and difficulties we may be facing throughout the year, there is so much to be thankful for. Moreover, it is such a great excuse to throw a party at home. Traditionally, people all around the world are expected to have turkey for lunch and dinner with […]
When it comes to Russian drinks, people tend to think of Vodka, as what was widely known from the usual stereotype. Not so many people know that Russia actually is a tea-loving country. Tea is not only considered as a regular beverage for Russians. Drinking tea has become a culture that every Russian lives up […]
1. The First Time Tea was Introduced in Russia The beginning of Russian tea culture starts from the time tea was introduced in Russia. It actually goes way back in 1638, where an envoy, sent by Tsar Mikhail Fedorovich, whose reign was from 1613 to 1645, came back with a special gift of teas from […]