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The Most Popular Destinations for Short Trips in Russia
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| The most popular destinations for city-breaks this year are St. Petersburg, Kazan and Kaliningrad.
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| --19-08-2020-- |
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Gastro and Wine Tourism in Russia
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| Vegan cafes and unusual pastry shops, biodynamic wine bars and ciderreries, gastropubs and nostalgic wine glasses - it seems that in Moscow and St. Petersburg you can now find any concept and cuisine of the world. Besides, gastrotourism is actively developing in the regions.
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| --31-07-2020-- |
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The EU will not Open Borders with Russia until Mid-August
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| The borders of the European Union will not open to Russians from August 1. Russia will not be included in the new version of the so-called white list.
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| --25-07-2020-- |
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Rural Tourism in Russia
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| Rural tourism in Russia continues to develop, and in many villages you can rent a room or a house to take a break from everyday life in the city.
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| --05-07-2020-- |
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Russia Travel 2020: Full Immersion and Slow Tourism
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| In 2020, we travel slower and more meaningfully, looking forward not only to a fresh tan, but also a transformative experience from the trip. Seeing everything in two days and returning tired, with crumpled impressions of the trip is no longer our option.
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| --02-07-2020-- |
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Virtual Tours of Russia
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| We have to postpone travel to better times, but the soul still requires new experiences. Lake Baikal and the Angara River, the Moscow Kremlin, front doors of St. Petersburg, Tula streets - you can visit different parts of Russia and get acquainted with local attractions without leaving home. Check virtual tours here.
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| --29-05-2020-- |
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Summer Petersburg: Vacations of Petersburgers a Hundred Years Ago
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| Fresh grass, warm sun and leaves appearing on the trees every year call us to leave the city. History says it's a long tradition. Let's go back to the dacha life of Petersburgers of the XIX ― beginning of the XX centuries.
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| --20-05-2020-- |
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Spa Resorts and Sanatoriums of Russia
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| The location of the main centers of spa holidays is very attractive: the coast of the Baltic Sea, the Moscow Region and Central Russia,as well as the Stavropol Territory and the Black Sea coast.
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| --17-03-2020-- |
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Russia will Considerably Simplify the Procedure of Granting Citizenship
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| Russia will change the rules for granting citizenship. Now, foreigners applying for it will not have to give up their first citizenship for the sake of obtaining a Russian passport.
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| --13-03-2020-- |
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Travel to Krasnodar Territory: Gorgippia Museum in Anapa
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| There was an ancient city in the place of modern Anapa in the 6th century BC. It was called Sindin harbor, and later received the name Gorgippia in honor of the governor of the Bosporus king Gorgippa. This museum is the only open-air excavation museum in Russia.
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| --10-03-2020-- |
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Travel to Krasnodar Territory: "Psynako" Ñomplex
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| Ten kilometers from the city of Tuapse, the ancient megalithic complex “Psinako” is located.
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| --04-03-2020-- |
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Travel to Krasnodar Territory: Gelendzhik Dolmens
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| This Gelendzhik landmark is located near the village of Vozrozhdeniye. These ancient structures date back to the Bronze Age. They are about 5 thousand years old.
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| --03-03-2020-- |
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Ecotourism in Sochi: Yew-boxwood Grove in Khosta
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| Yew-boxwood grove in Khosta is a unique nature conservation site located in the part of the Caucasus Biosphere Reserve named after H. G. Shaposhnikov. Until recently, relict forests spread in this territory have remained practically unchanged since the pre-Ice Age - these plants covered Europe about 18–25 million years ago.
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| --20-02-2020-- |
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The New Rules for Carrying Cash across the Border of the Eurasian Economic Union Came into Force
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| From now on, a customs declaration and documents on the origin of funds are required when crossing the border with an amount exceeding $ 100 thousand.
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| --17-02-2020-- |
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New Russian Cities on the Map
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| When searching for non-standard travel routes, pay attention to the new Russian cities, which have recently appeared on the map, and are already interesting to tourists. Although they cannot boast of ancient churches and temples, there are unique monuments of modern urban culture here.
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| --05-02-2020-- |
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A Ranking of the Most Hospitable Places in Russia
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| The Booking.com service for reserving tourist accommodation has compiled a ranking of the most hospitable places in Russia and the whole world, based on traveler reviews on accommodation facilities.
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| --04-02-2020-- |
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Sochi Ecotourism: the Psaho Trail
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| The Psaho Trail is a route along the canyons of the Psaho River that will captivate you with spectacular views. The dry and wet canyons of the Psaho River annually attract crowds of tourists and adventure lovers.
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| --28-01-2020-- |
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Ecotourism in Sochi: Matsesta Waterfalls
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| One of the fantastic places in the Krasnodar Territory, recommended for visiting, are Matsesta waterfalls. The resort city of Sochi can delight its guests not only with the warm sea, the hot rays of the southern sun, but also with a rich natural culture that has found expression in amazing sights.
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| --26-01-2020-- |
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Ecotourism in Sochi: Mount Fisht
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| Mount Fisht occupies a special place on the map of the Caucasus. This is far from an ordinary rocky peak of the Russian South, but one of the few objects included in the list of Natural Heritage of UNESCO. The peak attracts researchers and tourists from all over the world.
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| --25-01-2020-- |
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Ecotourism in Sochi: Devil's Gate Canyon
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| The Devil's Gate natural canyon is located near the Khosta River, approximately 24 kilometers from the center of Sochi and 14 kilometers from Adler. Devil's Gate Canyon stands out among natural sites. This reserve park attracts travelers with its transport accessibility, the beauty of nature and comfortable leisure conditions.
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| --24-01-2020-- |
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Moscow has been Included into the Top Five of the Best Cities in the World
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| Moscow has been included into the top five of the best cities in the world in the ranking of the international Resonance Consultancy company.
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| --15-01-2020-- |
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National Geographic Included Kamchatka in the Top 25 Best Travel Destinations
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| National Geographic magazine has published a ranking of the best travel destinations for 2020. The list includes one Russian tourist destination - the Kamchatka Peninsula.
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| --26-11-2019-- |
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Guides Named the Most Popular Places for Foreign Tourists in Moscow
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| In the first half of 2019, 11.5 million foreign guests visited the Russian capital - this is almost a third more than the same period last year. Most of the tourists are from China, Germany, France, Italy and Israel.
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| --23-11-2019-- |
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Moscow City Guidebooks
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| New free city guidebooks of Moscow contain all the necessary information for tourists to make up their travel routes around the city.
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| --30-10-2019-- |
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Safety Tips for Tourists in Moscow
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| As in any other big city, you should be careful in Moscow to protect yourself from unpleasant situations. Here are some tips to follow.
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| --29-10-2019-- |
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10 Safety Tips for Tourists in St. Petersburg
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| If you are planning to visit St. Petersburg as a tourist, check a number of tips that will help you not to get into an unpleasant situation and spoil your vacation in the northern capital of Russia.
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| --23-10-2019-- |
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The DON'Ts of Visiting St. Petersburg
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| Foreign tourists come to St. Petersburg even more often than to the Russian capital, especially now, when e-visa was introduced. Nevertheless, there are some tourist traps in the city on the Neva that should be avoided.
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| --17-10-2019-- |
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Electronic Visa to St. Petersburg: FAQ
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| From October 1, 2019, citizens of 53 foreign countries can enter St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region with an electronic visa.
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| --04-10-2019-- |
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15 Things to Do in St. Petersburg
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| Follow our list and you will fall in love with the city.
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| --23-09-2019-- |
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The Cheapest Hotels to Stay in Russia
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| Accommodation in hotels of Rostov-on-Don, Samara and Krasnaya Polyana were the cheapest last summer.
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| --05-09-2019-- |
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The Most Instagrammable Moscow Sights
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| Moscow on Instagram: find the best locations for your pics in our overview.
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| --10-08-2019-- |
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Weekend Tours to Moscow and St. Petersburg
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| The cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg offer many options to enjoy weekend tours.
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| --31-07-2019-- |
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Weekend Tours to Sochi
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| Weekend tours in Sochi include visits to natural and cultural attractions, sea diving and even excursions by helicopter.
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| --30-07-2019-- |
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Individual Tours in Russia
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| Individual tours in Russia are trips that are entirely (or almost completely) made up according to the wishes of the tourist.
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| --29-07-2019-- |
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Weekend Tours to Nizhny Novgorod
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| Weekend tours to Nizhny Novgorod will surely appeal to those who are interested in the history and culture of Russia and want to familiarize themselves with its rich architectural heritage, enjoy the magnificent Volga landscapes, and visit the unique cathedrals and museums of this city.
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| --28-07-2019-- |
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Moscow Skyscrapers: The “Moskva-City" Business Centre
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| The “Moskva-City" Business Centre is one of the main modern attractions of the capital. This is a district with skyscrapers built on the site of a former quarry near Presnenskaya Embankment.
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| --26-07-2019-- |
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Train Tours to Kazan
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| Kazan is one of the major scientific, economic, educational and sports centers of Russia. It has preserved its age-old traditions, rich culture and unique charm. Railway tours are a very affordable and comfortable option for visiting Kazan.
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| --22-07-2019-- |
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Train Tours from Moscow
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| Train tours are a fascinating and quite comfortable way to see the world. Thanks to Russian railways development, it is possible to get by rail to any corner of not only our country, but practically the entire continent.
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| --21-07-2019-- |
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Train Tours from St. Petersburg
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| St. Petersburg has a well-developed network of railways, which connects it not only with different regions of Russia, but also with many countries of the near and far abroad.
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| --20-07-2019-- |
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Train Tours to St. Petersburg
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| Railway tours to St. Petersburg are organized weekly. The duration of the excursion program may be different: from short two- or three-day tours to longer full-fledged tourist trips lasting 10-12 days.
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| --19-07-2019-- |
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Cable Road on Sparrow Hills
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| The cable car has become incredibly popular among many Muscovites and tourists. The trip will open a wonderful view of many Moscow sights.
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| --15-07-2019-- |
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Cemetery of Old Locomotives in the Perm Region
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| The famous cemetery of locomotives is located near the station Shumkovo in the Perm region. Huge black locomotives attract those who are interested in old trains and spectacular photo shoots.
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| --14-07-2019-- |
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Russian National Parks: Ukok Plateau
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| The Ukok Natural Park is located in the south-east of Kosh-Agach district in the Altai Republic. It became a specially protected natural area in 2005. The natural park preserves a unique variety of rare plant and animal species, as well as valuable architectural monuments.
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| --12-07-2019-- |
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Viewing Platform "Sparrow Hills"
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| The observation point on the Sparrow Hills is perhaps the most famous observation deck in Moscow, from where one can enjoy the breathtaking panorama of the capital. Views here are really worthy of attention.
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| --11-07-2019-- |
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Explore Karelia: “Ruskeala Express” Tours
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| Non-stop train carriages between Moscow and the city of Sortavala in Karelia will be launched from July 12 to September 9.
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| --10-07-2019-- |
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Camping in Russia
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| Most Russian campgrounds are located in the Krasnodar Territory along the Black Sea coast. There are dozens of recreation centers on the coastline from Sochi to Taman.
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| --29-06-2019-- |
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Flea Markets of Kazan
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| Kazan is famous for its flea markets. They sell paintings, icons, knives (including homemade ones), orders and medals from the times of the USSR, ancient bills and coins, modern and rare books, etc. It is easy to choose a rare and memorable souvenir here.
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| --26-06-2019-- |
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Cable-stayed Bridges of Vladivostok
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| Golden and Russian bridges are impressive in size. They are both among the five largest cable-stayed bridges in the world. And these objects are one of the main modern attractions of the capital of Primorye.
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| --12-06-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Russia: Darwin Reserve
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| Darwin Reserve (Vologda region, Russia) is quite small but surprisingly rich in flora and fauna. It is located on the territory of two regions at once - the Vologda and the Yaroslavl.
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| --11-06-2019-- |
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The Land of the Leopard National Park
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| The Land of the Leopard is a national park located in the Primorsky Krai of Russia. Its main purpose is to protect the population of the Far Eastern leopard.
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| --05-06-2019-- |
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The Best Outdoor Swimming Pools in Moscow
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| Outdoor pools in Moscow will be the perfect way to enjoy summer near water. For your convenience, we have prepared a list of the best outdoor pools in Moscow.
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| --31-05-2019-- |
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Mountaineering in Russia
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| There are several famous mountains like Elbrus and Kazbek in Russia, where climbers from all over the world aspire to come. Here are some popular routes that will suit both professionals and people who are not experienced in climbing.
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| --29-05-2019-- |
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Equestrian Tourism in Russia
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| There are many horse trails in different regions of Russia. They pass through waterfalls, meadows, steppes, and ancient monuments. Tours are created both for beginners and professionals.
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| --28-05-2019-- |
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Active Holidays in Karelia
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| White nights, melodious splashing of waves, pacifying whisper of old pines, songs around the fire and the smell of fresh fish soup - this is all about holidays in Karelia filled with picturesque landscapes, wonderful aromas and whirlpool of emotions that will be remembered forever.
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| --27-05-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Russia: National Park "Vodlozersky"
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| As many as 51.2 thousand hectares of the park were allocated for tourists - this is a recreational zone set aside specifically for the organization of ecological tours.
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| --27-05-2019-- |
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The Spiritual and Cultural Kremlin “Bogatyr Sloboda”
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| The spiritual and cultural Kremlin “Bogatyr Sloboda” is an extraordinary architectural complex created in the tradition of the old Russian wooden architecture in the most picturesque place of the beautiful River Usa.
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| --26-05-2019-- |
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Bicycle Tours in Russia
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| Russia has a fairly extensive cycling geography. You can easily ride from Kaliningrad to the Urals.
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| --26-05-2019-- |
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Karelia – Holidays for Everyone
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| Karelia has everything for tourists who love active holidays - fresh and clean air, beautiful landscapes, and a wide variety of entertainment.
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| --25-05-2019-- |
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Russian Cities with the Cheapest Hotels
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| The experts named Russian cities with the cheapest hotels. St. Petersburg is at the top of the list.
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| --17-05-2019-- |
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What Do Russian Tourists Take with Them Abroad when Travelling?
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| Russian tourists carry water heaters, buckwheat and sausages on their vacation abroad.
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| --16-05-2019-- |
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Natural Parks and Reserves of Primorsky Krai
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| There are many national and natural parks, reserves, game reserves and other specially protected areas and natural sites in Primorye.
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| --29-04-2019-- |
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Lake Baikal: Podlemorie
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| Podlemorie is a part of the northeast coast of Lake Baikal from the Dagarskaya Guba Bay in the north and to the valley of the Bolshoi Chivyrkui River in the south. This is a vast coastal plain near the lake; it gradually turns into the slopes of the Barguzinsky Range.
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| --29-04-2019-- |
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Event Tours in Russia
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| Event tours in Russia are still gaining popularity - as a rule, those interested in specific events book tickets and hotels on their own. However, for large-scale events, tourists usually need help of the travel industry professionals. So what are the most popular events in Russia? Read here and find how to visit them easily.
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| --22-04-2019-- |
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Beaches of the Russky Island (Vladivostok, Russia)
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| After the construction of the Russky Bridge between the island and Vladivostok, beaches of the island became a favorite vacation spot for residents and tourists.
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| --21-04-2019-- |
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Beach Holidays in Russia
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| Russian resorts are famous for their unique healing climate, affordable prices and a developed entertainment infrastructure.
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| --21-04-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Russia: Paanajärvi National Park (Republic of Karelia)
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| The Republic of Karelia is a famous land of wild forests, countless lakes and rivers, a favorite place for fishing and ecotourism. Paanajärvi National Park is located in the very north of Karelia, near the border with Finland, and despite the harsh climate, is accessible to visitors all year round.
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| --19-04-2019-- |
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Business Tourism in Russia
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| Even taking into account the development of advanced communication technologies (you can’t surprise anyone with conference calls and online briefings), business travel is still important in the whole world, as modern gadgets can’t replace professional and business intuition. Business trips in Russia are diverse.
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| --19-04-2019-- |
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Pilgrimage Tours in Russia: Overview of the Holy Places of Orthodox Russia
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| All monasteries of the Russian Orthodox Church have same principles for organizing monastic life. But it is also worth noting that each monastery has its own history. This is most clearly and vividly seen in ancient monasteries - Kirillo-Belozersky (Vologda region), Valaam (Valaam), Holy Trinity-Sergius Lavra (Moscow region), etc.
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| --18-04-2019-- |
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Pilgrimage Tours in Russia
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| Pilgrimage in itself is a very logical thing: you should not invent anything, just understand why and where you want to go.
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| --18-04-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Primorsky Krai
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| Primorsky Krai is a surprisingly picturesque and simply unique place in the Far East of Russia.
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| --17-04-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Altai: Sailyugemsky National Park
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| Sailyugemsky National Park is located in the Kosh-Agach District of the Altai Republic. It was established in 2010 with the participation of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
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| --17-04-2019-- |
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River Cruises in Russia
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| River cruises in Russia are gaining popularity not only because of nostalgia for pre-revolutionary times. First, it is one of the few types of recreation that does not require significant investments of time spent for transportation, because it is a “travel” itself: your vacation starts at the moment of departure and ends upon arrival at your destination, and you have time to visit many places without loss of vacation days.
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| --16-04-2019-- |
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Travel to Tyva: Hunting and Fishing
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| The natural world of Tyva is unique and rich in all things that are necessary for sports hunting and fishing. Pure waters and beautiful pristine nature of the region attract the fans of hunting at any time of the year, besides, the Tyva water basin is rich in a variety of species of commercial fish and is a paradise for fishing fans.
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| --31-03-2019-- |
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Travel to Tyva: “Ubsunorskaya Kotlovina” Nature Reserve
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| “Ubsunorskaya Kotlovina” Nature Reserve (Republic of Tyva, Russia): find about exact location, interesting places, inhabitants, and routes.
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| --29-03-2019-- |
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Photo Tours in Russia
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| Photo tours in Russia are a great opportunity to get acquainted with the magnificent splendor and amazing variety of landscapes of our country and raise the level of photo skills under the strict guidance of the accompanying pro.
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| --28-03-2019-- |
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Travel to Tyva: National Parks
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| The city of Kyzyl is located in the Tuva Basin, at the picturesque confluence of two rivers. Despite its small size, the city sheltered a lot of interesting sights.
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| --27-03-2019-- |
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Travel to Tyva: Kyzyl
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| The city of Kyzyl is located in the Tuva Basin, at the picturesque confluence of two rivers. Despite its small size, the city sheltered a lot of interesting sights.
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| --27-03-2019-- |
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Tyva: Travel Tips and Guidelines
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| The Republic of Tyva is located in the center of Asia, the south of Eastern Siberia, the upper reaches of the Yenisei. This is a unique place in its history, nature and culture.
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| --27-03-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Bashkiria: the Village of Kaga
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| Kaga is one of the most distinctive and colorful villages in Bashkiria, where ecotourism is actively developing.
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| --26-03-2019-- |
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Agrotourism in the Tver Region
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| Russian agritourism is actively developing in Karelia, the Altai, Leningrad and Kaliningrad regions.
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| --26-03-2019-- |
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Travel to Tyva: National Parks
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| The Republic of Tyva is romanticly called the heart of Asia - it really stretches in the very center of this part of the world, incorporating the indescribable charm of Asian culture, its unique rhythm, sounds, smells and sensations. The land covers almost all the diversity of the world's natural zones.
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| --24-03-2019-- |
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Travel to Tyva: Thermal Springs
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| Tyva is rich in natural healing waters, salt and mud lakes, mineral and fresh arzhaans (curative springs). Many arzhaans and lakes have their unique features and are located not only in special climatic conditions, but also in the picturesque places of the region, attracting hundreds of tourists annually.
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| --24-03-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Russia: Putorana Reserve
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| The Putorana Plateau... One mysterious name of a mountainous country, where the reserve is located. Exceptionally beautiful landscapes attract not only scientists, but also tourists who are curious and adventurous.
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| --23-03-2019-- |
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Travel to Tyva: Mountains
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| While planning to explore Tyva, add mountain routes to your trip: Kezhege and Khairakan.
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| --23-03-2019-- |
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Krasnoyarsk Territory: Active and Cultural Holidays
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| There are 7 reserves in the region, where it is possible to raft along rough rivers, walk or try horse trekking in the mountains, watch birds, arrange photo safaris and just enjoy wonderful views.
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| --12-03-2019-- |
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Krasnoyarsk Territory: Ecotourism
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| Krasnoyarsk Territory is full of natural monuments. Rafting, ski tours, hiking and other activities are available here.
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| --11-03-2019-- |
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What to Do in the Krasnoyarsk Territory: Entertainment and Attractions
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| The Krasnoyarsk Territory occupies 14 percent of Russia. In the north, the land is washed by two seas of the Arctic Ocean - the Kara Sea and the Laptev Sea. Tourists come here to admire its nature - the real beauty of the region will be discovered by fans of active leisure, but one vacation will never be enough.
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| --10-03-2019-- |
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Travelling in the Volga Region: Astrakhan Oblast
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| Astrakhan Oblast is an amazing and mysterious region attracting tourists with its location which implies a large fish catch. The great Russian Volga River and about 900 of its tributaries flow on the territory of the region, which also has access to the largest closed reservoir of the planet - the Caspian Sea.
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| --26-02-2019-- |
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Travelling in the Volga Region: Nizhny Novgorod Oblast
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| Today Nizhny Novgorod Oblast is a large industrial, cultural and scientific centre of Russia. Its territory encompasses more than 3,000 monuments of history, architecture and urban planning, as well as many high-quality hotels, resorts and tourist centres.
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| --26-02-2019-- |
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Travelling in the Volga Region: Kostroma Oblast
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| Kostroma Oblast is one of the most beautiful regions of our country. It has more than 2.5 thousand monuments of architecture, history and religion, miraculous springs, holy monasteries, unique historical ensembles... All these things attract thousands of tourists every year.
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| --26-02-2019-- |
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Travelling in the Volga Region: Ivanovo Oblast
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| Ivanovo Oblast can boast of rich artistic traditions. The ancient villages of Palekh and Kholui are known for their lacquer miniatures and the school of icon painting. Shuya has many churches, monasteries and monuments of landscape gardening sculpture.
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| --25-02-2019-- |
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Travelling in the Volga Region: Penza Oblast
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| The land is surprisingly fertile, beautiful, green, as well as rich in all sorts of attractions. Do you want to see Russia at the crossroads of past and present? Then you should definitely visit Penza Oblast.
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| --24-02-2019-- |
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Travelling in the Volga Region
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| The Volga region is surprisingly rich in all sorts of wonders and miracles: just take Udmurtia alone - the birthplace of pelmeni, Kalashnikov assault rifle and composer Tchaikovsky. The “golden Khokhloma” of Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, “Samarskaya Luka” national park, the city of cars - Tolyatti, the industrial giant Naberezhnye Chelny, and the famous Volga Bulgaria - the cities of Elabuga and Bulgar.
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| --24-02-2019-- |
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The Volga Region: Geography and Attractions
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| The Volga region can offer tourists almost all kinds of recreation, except, perhaps, a jeep safari on the sand dunes. The fans of ecotourism and those who simply want to admire the nature will be happy to see the Volga landscapes praised by poets.
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| --24-02-2019-- |
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Golden Ring: Must See Places and Things to Do
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| The classic Golden Ring includes 10 cities, notable for its historical and cultural monuments and located on a virtual circle to the northeast of Moscow.
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| --15-02-2019-- |
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Golden Ring: Routes and Cruises
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| There are classic and extended routes around the Golden Ring. Depending on the programs of tour operators, they can include neighboring cities - by the way, no less remarkable in terms of landscapes, traditions and culture.
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| --14-02-2019-- |
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Russian North: Kiy Island
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| The nature of the island is really breathtaking: pines on the rocks, a huge variety of plants, including berries; boundless sea, rich in fish and a habitat for many species of marine animals and birds.
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| --31-01-2019-- |
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Russian North: Lake Onega
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| Lake Onega (Onego) is located in the northwestern part of Russia, on the territory of Karelia, the Leningrad and Vologda regions. This is the second largest freshwater lake in Europe after Ladoga. Tourists come here for ecotourism, annual regatta and other entertainment.
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| --30-01-2019-- |
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Russian North: Kenozersky National Park
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| One of the pearls of the Arkhangelsk Territory is Kenozersky National Park that is located 90 km west of Kargopol.
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| --30-01-2019-- |
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Speleotourism in Russia
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| Speleotourism (exploration of underground caves) implies visiting natural or man-made caves and labyrinths. It is attractive due to the variety of their relief, creating obstacles for passage (wells, narrow gaps, underground rivers, etc.), as well as extreme and unfavorable physical conditions (high humidity and lack of natural light). This kind of adventure tourism is incredibly popular among young people.
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| --22-01-2019-- |
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Gold Mining in Kolyma
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| Every year in the middle of summer, “prospectors” gather in the Gertner Bay in Magadan to take part in the “Prospectors’ Luck” gold washing championship, held as part of the All-Russian Gold Festival. Participants compete in the skill of washing gold in the traditional way. Grains of precious metal can be quite small, but this is a great success, as the cost of gold is very high.
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| --22-01-2019-- |
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Ecotourism in Russia: The Dzhugdzhursky State Nature Reserve
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| The Dzhugdzhursky State Nature Reserve is located on the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk and covers an area of 859,956 hectares. There are several eco paths here.
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| --21-01-2019-- |
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Kamchatka Souvenirs – What to Bring from Kamchatka
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| Kamchatka is full of exotics. Those who have visited this amazing place, fall in love with it at first sight. We will tell you what kind of souvenirs to bring from the peninsula of volcanoes, which will remind of your best impressions and experiences there.
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| --04-09-2018-- |
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Republic of Karelia: How to Get There and Away
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| There are several options to travel to Karelia. Choose the most convenient one.
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| --03-09-2018-- |
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Kamchatka Reserves: Kronotsky Reserve
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| There are several protected areas in Kamchatka: three reserves, five natural parks and two wildlife reserves. Kronotsky Reserve is one of the largest and most famous Kamchatka Reserves.
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| --03-09-2018-- |
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Must See Places in Karelia
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| The Republic of Karelia is located in the north-west of Russia. In the west, Karelia borders on Finland, in the south - on the Leningrad and Vologda regions, in the north - on the Murmansk region, and in the east - on the Arkhangelsk region. The distinctiveness of Karelia is also determined by the cultural heritage of four indigenous peoples living in this region: the Karelians, Finns, Vepsians, and Russians who created a unique culture here.
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| --02-09-2018-- |
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Kamchatka Reserves: Koryak Reserve
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| Koryak Reserve is not engaged in special tourist activities. But, nevertheless, it has several not very long routes.
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| --02-09-2018-- |
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Kamchatka Reserves: Commander Reserve
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| In addition to world-known historical sites on the territory of the archipelago, there are many natural objects of interest.
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| --01-09-2018-- |
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Baikal Souvenirs: What to Bring from Baikal
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| The Baikal nature is so inspiring and amazing that tourists want to bring home some pleasant things that would "prolong" the impressions of the trip. When choosing Baikal souvenirs, pay attention to the following things.
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| --31-08-2018-- |
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Altai Souvenirs - What to Bring from Altai
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| The Altai markets are filled with souvenirs, so the choice of gifts from the trip is not so simple here. This article will clarify what kind of souvenirs are really "Altaic".
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| --31-08-2018-- |
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Lake Baikal Natural Reserves
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| Lake Baikal has several conservation areas: three reserves, two national parks and several wildlife sanctuaries. This article will cover three Baikal reserves.
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| --30-08-2018-- |
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Baikal Volunteer Programs
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| Baikal Volunteer Programs give opportunities to work and travel. There are two main volunteer programs arranged annually in order to improve the shoreline of Baikal: "The Great Baikal Trail" and "Baikal Coastal Service".
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| --30-08-2018-- |
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Kazan Souvenirs - What to Bring from Kazan
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| It is better to buy souvenirs in the old Tatar settlement or souvenir shops on the streets of Chernyshevsky and Kremlyovskaya. The main souvenirs are the following.
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| --30-08-2018-- |
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History of Russian Railways
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| The history of railways in Russia began in 1834, when the mining department invited Franz von Gerstner (the famous engineer) to St. Petersburg.
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| --29-08-2018-- |
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Travel by Train from St. Petersburg to Pskov
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| A high-speed train has been launched between St. Petersburg and Pskov.
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| --27-08-2018-- |
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How to Buy Cheap Air Tickets to Russia
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| There are several simple rules to follow that will help tourists to save money when buying air tickets to Russia.
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| --24-08-2018-- |
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Top Cafes and Restaurants in Irkutsk
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| Irkutsk is full of nice and cozy places for eating out in a good company or on your own. If you are in the city for the first time, it is better to follow our list of the best cafes and restaurants in Irkutsk to enjoy the local cuisine and relaxing atmosphere.
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| --15-08-2018-- |
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Smoking in Pulkovo Airport
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| Many countries of the world participate in the anti-tobacco program and impose a ban on smoking in public places. Russia joined it in 2013. In fact, many passengers travelling by air try to find out the rules and arrangement of smoking areas in airports. Here you will get important information on smoking in Pulkovo Airport.
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| --14-08-2018-- |
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Zaryadye Park
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| The emergence of the “Zaryadye” park can be called an event of the century in Moscow - only because a new large park was created in Moscow for the first time in half a century. And it us not just a park: a modern public recreational space opened a few steps away from the Kremlin, in the very heart of the capital.
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| --09-08-2018-- |
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Russian Holidays Calendar 2019
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| The Ministry of Labor of the Russian Federation presented a new calendar of public holidays in Russia. You can plan your trip to Russia adding to agenda the New Year celebrations in Russian style or visiting parades in May.
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| --08-08-2018-- |
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How to Get to Saransk Airport
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| Saransk International Airport (IATA code - SKX) is an international airport of federal significance in the Republic of Mordovia. The airport is located 5 km away from the city center and serves domestic and international charter flights. This is the only airport in the entire Republic of Mordovia.
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| --07-08-2018-- |
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How to Use Public Transport in Vladivostok
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| A question that any tourist will face in Vladivostok - what transport is more convenient for travelling around the city. Guests of Vladivostok can rent a car, take a taxi or use public transport.
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| --07-08-2018-- |
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5 Roofs of St. Petersburg to Enjoy the Best Panoramic Views
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| Petersburgers really like to walk on the roofs. Some of them have well-arranged observation platforms. Basically, they are open in summer to enjoy famous white nights. Find a list of the secret roofs with amazing views to make your stay in St. Petersburg unforgettable.
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| --06-08-2018-- |
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5 Roofs to Party in St. Petersburg
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| St. Petersburg is famous for its roof parties. Enjoy your nightout together with the best views of the Northern capital.
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| --06-08-2018-- |
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Top 10 Cities in Europe to Travel from Russia by Train
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| We have prepared the best routes to travel by train from Moscow to European capitals. According to statistics, the most popular destination is Kiev - 19% of passengers choose this route. While Berlin, for example, is preferred only by 0.14%. So, let’s start the journey!
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| --03-08-2018-- |
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Top 8 Nudist Beaches of Russia
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| Nudist beaches in Russia are not really popular. In fact, there are not many of them. However, the number of nudist sunbathing fans in Russia is constantly growing, and more special beaches are starting to appear on the warm Black Sea coast.
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| --03-08-2018-- |
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The Most Popular Songs in Moscow Metro During FIFA Russia 2018
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| The fans of the Football World Cup preferred “We Will Rock You” and “Katyusha” as the most popular songs that sounded in the Moscow metro during the days of the World Cup.
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| --30-07-2018-- |
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17 Surprising Facts about St. Petersburg
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| This article reveals some surprising facts about St. Petersburg. Check them before travelling.
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| --28-07-2018-- |
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11 Interesting Facts about Moscow
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| In the soul of each person who has ever visited Moscow, this huge city leaves its special mark. Moscow is a great, attractive and very interesting city, as evidenced by the facts covered in this article.
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| --27-07-2018-- |
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8 Interesting Facts about Kazan
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| Kazan is one of the most popular travel destinations in Russia. Find 8 interesting facts about Kazan in our article to get ready for your future memorable trip.
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| --26-07-2018-- |
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Top 10 Russian Cities to Travel by Train
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| Travelling by train is often more comfortable than by bus or plane. So we have prepared for you 10 best train routes to travel from Moscow to other cities of Russia.
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| --24-07-2018-- |
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25 Interesting Facts about Sochi
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| Sochi is a famous Russian resort, which became popular in the times of the USSR. After the Winter Olympic Games held in this city in 2014, its popularity grew even more, as on the eve of the games the infrastructure of Sochi was significantly improved. However, even without this, Sochi is a great place to spend your vacation.
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| --24-07-2018-- |
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How to Buy Cheap Train Tickets for Russian Railways - Save Money Following our Tips
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| In this article we will share secret information on how you can save money when buying train tickets in Russia.
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| --24-07-2018-- |
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Eating Out: Top 7 Restaurants in Kazan
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| Kazan is one of the most rapidly growing cities, the "Third Capital of Russia", and the center of the eastern culture of our country. This city attracts the attention of many foreign guests. In this article you will find a Kazan restaurant guide to try the best local cuisine and not only.
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| --23-07-2018-- |
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10 Interesting Facts about Russian Cities
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| Åhere are 1113 cities in Russia. We have collected 10 interesting facts about some of them.
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| --23-07-2018-- |
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Russia Travel Tips: 8 Things You Should Know Before Travelling to Kazan
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| Kazan with its fascinating Kremlin, beautiful mosques, churches and museums, is unique for sightseeing – it is included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Read our Kazan travel tips to get ready for your trip.
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| --23-07-2018-- |
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Russian Railways: How to Return Your Ticket if You are Outside of Russia
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| If you are not in Russia and want to return your train ticket, follow the instructions below.
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| --22-07-2018-- |
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Russian Railways: How to Return Your Ticket if You are Sick
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| If you get sick and cannot travel, you have to return tickets only at the ticket office at your station (and nowhere else).
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| --21-07-2018-- |
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8 Helpful Tips for Foreigners Traveling to Russia
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| We have compiled a list of recommendations that will be useful both for travelers staying in Russia for a long time or just a couple of days.
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| --20-07-2018-- |
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Russian Railways: What to Do if your Ticket has Errors?
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| If there are errors in personal data of your train ticket, there are three possible solutions.
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| --20-07-2018-- |
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How to Read the Russian Railways Ticket
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| It is not easy to read Russian Railways tickets if you don't speak Russian. We have tried to provide some explanations to make it simple.
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| --19-07-2018-- |
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What will You Need to Get on the Train in Russia
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| Check here what kind of documents you need to get on the train in Russia.
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| --19-07-2018-- |
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Russian Railways: How to Return a Ticket before the Departure
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| To return the ticket to the ticket office a passenger should be the one who owns it.
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| --19-07-2018-- |
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Russian Guest Cards
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| Travelling is easier with guest cards. Find information about St. Petersburg's Guest Card, Moscow City Pass, "I love Sochi" card, Perm and Tula travel kits and other attractive offers for tourists.
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| --09-07-2018-- |
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How to Use Public Transport in Yekaterinburg
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| Yekaterinburg can undoubtedly be labeled as the capital of the Urals, a place where Europe meets Asia and the third largest Russian tourist centre. Here are some tips on how to use public transport in Yekaterinburg.
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| --06-07-2018-- |
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Sochi Nightlife Guide
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| Sochi is full of nightlife, and it is always easy to find a place to party. Here is a list of the most popular places.
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| --06-07-2018-- |
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A Journey Along the Starotobolsky Highway
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| A journey along the Starotobolsky Highway, that was a part of the Siberian Highway, begins with ancient Russian villages founded near Tyumen in the middle of the 18th century: Antipino, Malkovo and the village of Subbotina.
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| --29-06-2018-- |
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A Panoramic Park will Appear in Gorno-Altaisk
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| The Mountain of Tugaya will be landscaped in Gorno-Altaisk within the next six years; a panoramic park will be created on it.
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| --25-06-2018-- |
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Forts and Docks of Kronstadt Tour
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| Enjoy a day-long exploration of forts and docks of Kronstadt, an authentic suburb with a rich history, and once the largest naval fortress of the Baltic sea. Abandoned docks, picturesque old fortifications located in the middle of a coastal reserve and an on-demand seaside picnic as a reward of a day's worth of walking and climbing across the living history of Russian military genius.
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| --19-06-2018-- |
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City Escape: Golden Ring Private Tour
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| Enjoy a full-day private tour departing from Moscow to the Golden Ring. You will visit sights including famous Abramtsevo estate, 19th century retreat for Russian writers and painters, the famous Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius Monastery, Chernigov Skit (monks retreat), Museum of Villagers everyday life and Matryoshka painting or candles making masterclass, and learn about Russian history, culture and the architecture styles of Orthodox churches.
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| --17-06-2018-- |
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Golden Ring and Trinity Lavra Day Trip from Moscow
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| A full day private tour departing from Moscow to the Golden Ring town of Sergiev Posad will allow visiting impressive Russian sights including the famous Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius Monastery, Chernigov Skit (monks retreat) and its undgergound cave church as well as Matryoshka painting masterclass and Abramtsevo estate (XIX century retreat for Russian writers and painters). You will learn about Russian history, culture and enjoy gorgeous countryside landscapes.
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| --17-06-2018-- |
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Day Trip to Zvenigorod: Discover Russian Countryside
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| Enjoy a full day private tour departing from Moscow to the ancient town of Zvenigorod. Don't miss an opportunity to spend a day at countryside: visit a few nice churches, museums, classic estates and many more. You will try russian Kvass with some local pastries and take part in a classiñ Russian tea ceremony.
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| --16-06-2018-- |
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Golden Ring Adventure: Private Tour to Sergiev Posad and Pereslavl Zalesskiy
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| Historic Russian cities, which history dates back to XII century preserve many churches and monesteries of that time. We invite you for the private trip to Sergiev Posad and Pereslavl Zalesskiy - the real treasures of Golden Ring cities.
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| --15-06-2018-- |
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Russia Became 45th in Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index
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| This year Russia took 45th place in the ranking of competitiveness in the sector of tourism and travel, having risen by 18 positions. This follows from the report “World Economic Forum’s 2015 Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index” prepared by the World Economic Forum.
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| --10-05-2015-- |
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Vodny (Water) Island
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| Vodny (Water) Island is a part of the Rostov Nature Reserve that is made up of four separate territories running west to east in the Orlovsky and Remontny districts of Rostov Province in southwestern Russia.
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| --30-10-2013-- |
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Russia and EU Come Closer
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| Partnership for Modernization has helped to push Russia's relations with its biggest trade partner forward, thanks to regular work of dialogue groups on the areas which have huge potential for growth but are still riddled with issues.
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| --12-10-2012-- |
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Giorgio Armani's Russian Resort
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| Giorgio Armani S.p.A., the investment vehicle of Italian designer Giorgio Armani is going to build spa resorts in the South of Russia. The company will start its first project soon in the Caucasian Mineral Waters, some sites for other resort centers are already seeking by the company in Karachay-Cherkessia region.
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| --20-06-2011-- |
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Incoming Flow to Russia Fell by 82%
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| In the third quarter of 2020, the total number of arrivals of foreigners to Russia decreased by 82% to 1.8 million.
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| --18-11-2020-- |
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Sales of Tours along the Great Volga Route have Started in Russia
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| In total, more than 20 interregional routes of the "Great Volga Route" have been developed in the Volga region.
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| --30-08-2020-- |
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Russia will Resume Flights with Switzerland
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| From mid-August, Russia will resume air traffic with Switzerland on a reciprocal basis. Flights will be operated once a week.
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| --02-08-2020-- |
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Russia is Thinking about Resuming Flights with All Countries from August 11
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| Russian authorities are discussing the possibility of fully resuming international flights from August 11. So far, decisions have been made to open borders with four countries.
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| --02-08-2020-- |
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The Russian Federation will Launch International Flights from Several Airports
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| The Russian Federation will launch international flights from the airports of Moscow, St. Petersburg and Rostov from August 1.
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| --30-07-2020-- |
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Russia Lifts Travel Restrictions for British, Turkish and Tanzanian Citizens
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| Russia has lifted restrictions on entry for citizens of Great Britain, Turkey and Tanzania, for them visa issuance will be resumed.
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| --30-07-2020-- |
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New Rules for Foreigners Flying to Russia
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| Russian airlines have the right to refuse admission to the plane to foreigners without a document confirming the absence of the coronavirus COVID-19.
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| --29-07-2020-- |
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Holidays in Russia may Rise in Price by 30%
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| The tourism industry of the country will recover no earlier than 2022.
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| --09-06-2020-- |
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SWISS Airlines will Resume Flights from Zurich to Moscow and St. Petersburg in June
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| SWISS Airlines (part of the Lufthansa Group) plans to resume flights from Zurich to Moscow (Domodedovo) and St. Petersburg (Pulkovo) from June 1.
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| --16-05-2020-- |
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Pobeda Airlines Company will Resume Flights in Russia
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| The airline "Pobeda" will start to restore the program of domestic flights gradually starting from June 1.
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| --15-05-2020-- |
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The Russian Travel Market can Grow by 9.4% - Up to $ 45.65 Billion
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| It is expected that the online segment will grow by 12.7% this year and that in the future it will still be ahead of the offline segment in terms of growth.
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| --05-03-2020-- |
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The Estonians Who Want to Visit Their Relatives in the Russian Federation will Receive Compensation for Visa Expenses
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| The compensation will be received by people who want to visit their relatives living in the border regions of Russia or their burial places
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| --29-02-2020-- |
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Kaliningrad - the Fastest Growing Tourist Destination in the World 2020
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| St. Petersburg, Moscow and Sochi entered the top 35 of the best European destinations.
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| --28-02-2020-- |
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Russia is in the Ranking of the Best Countries
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| Russia has climbed one position and took the 23rd place in the ranking of the best countries in the world according to the influential American US News & World Report Magazine.
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| --05-02-2020-- |
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Arctic and Antarctic Cruises will be Launched in Russia in 2021
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| Cruises along the Northern Sea Route for Russian tourists will appear in 2021, two expedition ships will be built for this.
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| --29-01-2020-- |
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Russia Lost Three Lines in the Ranking of World Passports
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| Russia has lost three lines in the updated ranking of world passports from Henley & Partners, dropping from the 48th to the 51st line.
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| --21-01-2020-- |
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Euromonitor: Cities Visited by the Largest Number of Foreign Tourists in 2019
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| According to this indicator, the Russian capital outcompeted Madrid and Venice (both cities accounted for 5.6 million arrivals each). St. Petersburg took the 56th line (4.5 million arrivals, + 11.5%).
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| --30-12-2019-- |
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New Travel Routes on Yandex.Maps
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| Three new routes for independent travels to Nizhny Novgorod and Kaluga have appeared on the Yandex.Maps service.
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| --30-12-2019-- |
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Moscow Region is Popular among Tourists in Winter
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| The authorities of Moscow Oblast expect that 20 million tourists will attend events within the framework of the “Winter in Moscow Oblast” project, which will be 4 million more than last year.
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| --23-12-2019-- |
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Find Fairy-tale Heroes in the Yaroslavl Region
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| By January 1, 2020, the tourist web portal of Yaroslavl Oblast will be supplemented by an interactive map with the “addresses” of 12 fairy-tale characters.
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| --23-12-2019-- |
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The Cheapest Airline Tickets from Russia
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| The analysts of the Aviasales travel service announced the domestic destinations where the Russians managed to buy airline tickets for 518 roubles this autumn.
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| --23-10-2019-- |
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New Tours will be Developed in the Leningrad Region
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| New routes will be adapted to the validity term of the electronic visa and the interests of travelers from border countries.
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| --15-10-2019-- |
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Electronic Visas to Kaliningrad Region are in High Demand
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| According to the border control of Kaliningrad Oblast, 40 thousand visas have been issued until now, and 30 thousand foreigners have already visited the region.
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| --30-09-2019-- |
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More Glampings will be Created in the Regions of Russia
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| According to Russia Discovery, there will be at least 500 glampings in 5-6 years in Russia.
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| --30-09-2019-- |
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A Typical Moscow Tourist
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| The Moscow Tourism Committee has compiled a portrait of a typical tourist visiting the capital.
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| --20-09-2019-- |
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The Least Popular European Cities for Russians
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| The list of the least popular European cities in Russia was published this summer: it is opened by the settlements in Norway, Romania and Ireland.
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| --20-09-2019-- |
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New Tourist Attraction will Appear in Gorno-Altaysk
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| The building in Gorno-Altaysk (Altai Republic) that once was the shop of the merchant David Tobokov in the 19th century, is being renovated to become a tourist attraction.
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| --19-09-2019-- |
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Electronic Visas to St. Petersburg
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| The Federal Tourism Agency of Russia expects that the list of countries the citizens of which will be entitled to enter St. Petersburg with electronic visas will be the same as for Kaliningrad Oblast, that is, include 53 countries.
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| --18-09-2019-- |
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Being Late for Planes
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| The Russians have listed the main reasons for being late for planes, the most common of them being an unpredictable traffic situation.
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| --25-08-2019-- |
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Tourists’ Expenditures in Moscow Reached almost 865 Billion Roubles
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| More than 12 million tourists have been staying at Moscow hotels in 2018.
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| --23-08-2019-- |
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Finland is Expanding the List of Documents Needed for Obtaining a Visa by Russians
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| From September 1, the Embassy in Moscow, the Consulate General in St. Petersburg, as well as the offices of the agency in Petrozavodsk and Murmansk will begin to require the same list documents for obtaining a visa as other countries of the Schengen zone do.
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| --17-08-2019-- |
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Gastro Fest in the Tyumen Region
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| 600 liters of fish soup will be cooked at the fish festival in the Tyumen region.
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| --12-08-2019-- |
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Bicycle Rental was Launched in Sergiev Posad
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| 20 parking lots for bike rental were installed in Sergiev Posad near Moscow.
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| --07-08-2019-- |
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The First Bus Route with an Audio Tour in Moscow Oblast will be Launched in Serpukhov
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| A project of this kind is being implemented in Moscow Oblast for the first time.
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| --25-07-2019-- |
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A Ranking of the Most Popular Russian Regions
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| The Maps.me map-making service has made up a ranking of the Russian regions that were most popular among foreign tourists in the spring of 2019.
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| --25-07-2019-- |
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A New Duty-free Shop has Started to Work at the Yekaterinburg Koltsovo Airport
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| The new Duty Free zone is located on an area of 120 square meters, right after passport control.
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| --24-07-2019-- |
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Pskov Monuments have been Included into the UNESCO World Heritage List
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| The list includes ten churches of the Pskov School of Architecture.
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| --24-07-2019-- |
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Japan Plans to Simplify the Visa Regime for Entrepreneurs and Students from Russia
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| Beginning from September of this year, Japan is planning to simplify the visa regime for Russian businessmen within the framework of an eight-point cooperation plan for further encouraging of bilateral contacts.
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| --17-07-2019-- |
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Electronic Visa to Russia
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| The UK is discussing the introduction of Russian electronic visas for foreign tourists, and the country’s representatives hope to be included in the number of countries that will be granted a permission to issue Russian visas online for their citizens beginning from 2021.
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| --17-07-2019-- |
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Foreign Tourists Choose Russian Jewelry
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| Foreign tourists in Russia made the most expensive purchases in jewelry boutiques, according to a study conducted by Russian Standard Bank.
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| --05-07-2019-- |
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The Cheapest Ways to Get from Russia to Georgia
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| Aviasales air ticket search service experts have named the cheapest connecting flight to get from Russia to Georgia after the closure of direct flights.
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| --05-07-2019-- |
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Russia and the Maldives are Planning to Switch to a Visa-free Regime
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| The government has approved a draft agreement on the mutual abolition of visa requirements for the citizens of the Russian Federation and the Maldives.
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| --30-06-2019-- |
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Tourists from the UK, USA and Germany are Buying Excursions to Chernobyl
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| The number of reservations has grown by more than 40% since the release of the HBO television series about the catastrophe at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
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| --28-06-2019-- |
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Hotels Located at the Russian Resorts are More Expensive than Foreign Ones
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| The cost of hotels at the Russian resorts has proved to be much higher than abroad this summer.
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| --27-06-2019-- |
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New Hiking Trails Appeared in Rosa Khutor
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| The natural park of waterfalls titled “Mendelikha” opened at the resort.
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| --27-06-2019-- |
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“Russian Railways” will Sell Tickets of its European Partners
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| It will be possible to book tickets for the trains of its European partners, including Trenitalia (Italy), Deutsche Bahn (Germany), SNCF (France).
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| --26-06-2019-- |
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Moscow on the World Tourism Map
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| The contribution of tourism to Russia’s GDP can double in 2025, and Moscow can enter the top ten of the most successful cities in the world in terms of growth of tourist traffic.
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| --26-06-2019-- |
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Electronic Visas to Moscow and St. Petersburg
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| It is likely that the issuance of electronic visas to foreign tourists arriving in Moscow and St. Petersburg will begin in 2020.
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| --07-06-2019-- |
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A Museum of Landscape Art will Open in Peterhof within the Premises of the Former Restaurant
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| The Peterhof State Museum-Reserve plans to restore the greenhouses in the Lower Park by 2022 and open a new museum of landscape art there.
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| --22-05-2019-- |
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“Rosa Khutor” has been Recognized the best Russian Sports Resort
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| The “Rosa Khutor” year-round mountain resort was awarded the prestigious award for achievements in supporting sports and healthy lifestyle.
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| --22-05-2019-- |
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The Monastic Complex near Tula will be Restored in 2020
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| The routes “Orthodox Tula”, “The Oldest Monastery of the Tula Land”, “The Field of Russian Glory” (Kulikovo Field), “The Shrines of Belyovskaya and Odoyevskaya Lands” (Makariyevsky Zhabynsky and Anastasov Monasteries, cathedrals and monasteries of the town of Belyov) have been developed.
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| --22-05-2019-- |
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Rent Electric Scooters when Travelling in Kaliningrad Oblast
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| It is planned to open 30 electric scooters rental stations in Kaliningrad Oblast.
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| --21-05-2019-- |
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Cruise Season Opened in Kamchatka
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| About 20 cruise liners will go to Kamchatka this year.
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| --21-05-2019-- |
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Cruise Season Opened in Sochi
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| The “Knyaz Vladimir” motor ship opened the cruise season.
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| --21-05-2019-- |
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Book River Cruises in Kazan
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| River cruises on Kaban Lake and Kazanka River will be launched in Kazan.
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| --21-05-2019-- |
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“History with Pleasure”: Plan Your Visit to the Brewery in Tatarstan
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| A new tourist route with a visit to the brewery is launched in the city of Chistopol in Tatarstan.
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| --20-05-2019-- |
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New Tourist Routes will be Launched in the Vicinity of Belokurikha
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| The flow of tourists to the resort city of Belokurikha (Altai Territory) will grow due to the opening of new tourist routes and trails.
Gastronomic tours are also under development.
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| --20-05-2019-- |
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The Longest Zipline in Europe will Appear on Belaya Mountain in Sverdlovsk Oblast
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| It is planned to build a Zipline ride (speed descent on a steel cable) on Belaya Mountain near Nizhny Tagil (Sverdlovsk Oblast), which will be the longest ride of this kind in Europe.
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| --20-05-2019-- |
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Book Summer River Cruises in Russia
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| The demand for summer river cruises in the Russian Federation is growing, despite the increase in prices.
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| --15-05-2019-- |
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A Cable Railway near the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin will be Restored
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| Nizhny Novgorod authorities are planning to restore the Kremlin cable railway in time to the 800th anniversary of Nizhny Novgorod to be celebrated in 2021.
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| --03-05-2019-- |
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Event Tourism will Become a New Brand of the Stavropol Territory
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| The events of 2019 include traditional events for the resort cities of the Caucasian Mineral Waters and new events that are promising for the region.
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| --03-05-2019-- |
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An Apartment Hotel will be Constructed in Tushino City District of Moscow
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| “Federal Network Company” Group of Companies plans to build an apartment hotel with the area of 90,000 sq.m in Moscow.
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| --21-04-2019-- |
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Saint Petersburg will Host the Worldchefs Congress
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| From July 20 to July 31, St. Petersburg will become the gastronomic capital of the world: the city will host the Worldchefs Congress.
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| --21-04-2019-- |
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The First Russian Visa Centre has Opened in Japan
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| The first Russian visa centre has opened in Tokyo; so Japanese tourists will no longer have to stand in long queues to apply for a Russian visa.
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| --21-04-2019-- |
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A Bike Lane along the Baltic Coast in Kaliningrad Oblast will be Constructed
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| It is planned to implement several projects in the field of bicycle tourism on the territory of the region.
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| --18-04-2019-- |
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Electronic Visas to Russia
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| The Head of the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, Maksim Oreshkin, told the reporters about his plans to launch a system for issuing electronic visas to foreign tourists from the beginning of 2020.
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| --18-04-2019-- |
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The Most Popular Hotels in Russia
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| The “Sochi Park Hotel” located on the coast of the Black Sea has become the most frequently booked accommodation option.
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| --17-04-2019-- |
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Resorts of Karachay-Cherkessia will Have New Hotels
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| Five hotels with 500 beds each will open at the resorts of Karachay-Cherkessia in 2019.
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| --17-04-2019-- |
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Visiting the Russian Arctic is Getting Easier
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| The State Duma has adopted amendments simplifying the visits of foreigners to the Russian Arctic.
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| --17-04-2019-- |
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Businessmen from Britain, the USA and Turkey Apply for Russian Business Visa Most Often
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| The highest demand for invitations to Russia was found in companies from the UK, USA and Turkey. At the same time, the number of business travelers from India increased by 20%.
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| --10-04-2019-- |
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The Ski Season in Sochi will Last until Mid-May
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| The winter season in Sochi 2018/2019 has become the most snowy in the last five years.
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| --09-04-2019-- |
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Pobeda Airline will Sell Travel Tours Online
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| Pobeda airline has launched its own online service for the sale of tours (flight plus hotel).
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| --09-04-2019-- |
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Ecotourism Accounts for a Quarter of the Global Travel Market
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| According to the Federal Tourism Agency, in 2017, about 11 million tourists visited Russian reserves and parks, and 2.4 million people came to Lake Baikal.
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| --31-03-2019-- |
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Regional Tourist Centre Appeared in Krasnoyarsk
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| It will operate as a visitors’ centre for receiving tourists and as an open educational platform.
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| --24-03-2019-- |
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Discover Orthodox Tourist Routes In Sochi
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| New excursion routes telling about the history of the establishment of Christianity on the Black Sea coast will be developed with the participation of the Orthodox Church in Sochi.
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| --24-03-2019-- |
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Book Japan Friendly Hotel in Primorye
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| “Azimut” Hotel and “Fregat Aero” travel company were the first in the Primorye Territory to be certified under the program of Japan Friendly.
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| --19-03-2019-- |
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Moscow Scientists have Developed a Device that will Prevent Losing Baggage at the Airport
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| The experts of the “Moskva” technopolis have developed disposable RFID tags for baggage that will enable you to track the movement of suitcases through the app or the airport website.
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| --19-03-2019-- |
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Stay in a Chum and Ride Deers in Yamal
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| In March, Yamal will launch tours with an overnight stay in a chum (deer hide tent) and deer rides for the first time.
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| --19-03-2019-- |
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“Tobol” Movie Tourist Route
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| A tourist route to the places where the “Tobol” movie was filmed has been developed in Tyumen Oblast.
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| --18-03-2019-- |
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Economic Ministry will Develop Russian Tourism
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| The Department of Tourism was created as a part of the Ministry of Economic Development.
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| --18-03-2019-- |
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Book Vacations in Azimut Astrakhan
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| The location of the hotel, its infrastructure and facilities create ideal conditions for hunting, fishing and holding various events.
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| --18-03-2019-- |
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Rivers of Russia as a Tourist Brand
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| Russian Federal Tourism Agency told that the rivers of Russia are one of the country's tourist brands.
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| --18-03-2019-- |
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Space Tours Along the Route of Yuri Gagarin
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| Roscosmos is launching a project aimed at sending space tourists to orbit for making one circle around the Earth.
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| --18-03-2019-- |
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Find Mountain Tours for Allergic Individuals in Adygea
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| The authorities of Adygea will consider the possibility of organizing health tours in the mountains for allergic individuals.
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| --15-03-2019-- |
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Almost 220 Russian Stations will be Equipped with Free Wi-Fi
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| 82 railway stations will be equipped with a single free Wi-Fi network until the end of 2019.
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| --15-03-2019-- |
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The Mud Baths on the Unique Lake near Irkutsk will be Reconstructed
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| The “Nagalyk” health resort has been operating since 1985; in 2018 it became a part of the Bayandaevsky district hospital.
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| --25-02-2019-- |
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The Star of “Taxi” Movie Sami Naseri will Take Part in the Video about Bicycle Taxis in Ingushetia
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| They will shoot a video where Sami Naseri will be a bicycle taxi driver in Magas.
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| --24-02-2019-- |
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Bauman Moscow State Technical University is Developing a Suborbital Spacecraft for Space Tourists
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| It will be made according to the aircraft scheme with a high position of atriangular wing with a positive sweepback.
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| --24-02-2019-- |
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Bus Carrier FlixBus Enters Russian Tourist Market
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| The carrier undertakes domestic and international transport in 28 countries, including Germany, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Sweden, Poland and the United States.
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| --11-02-2019-- |
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Winter Road on the Ice of Baikal Connected Its Largest Island with the Mainland
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| The Kurkut - Irkutsk Bay ice road, which connects the largest and only inhabited Baikal island of Olkhon with the mainland, was put into operation on Tuesday.
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| --06-02-2019-- |
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The Average Price for a Room in Moscow Hotels Reached a Record
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| The average price for a room in Moscow hotels reached 10.7 thousand rubles in 2018, which is 41% more than a year earlier.
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| --28-01-2019-- |
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Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Introduced a Single Tariff for Russian Visa
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| Starting from February 3, 2019, uniform tax rates on Russian visa will enter into force.
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| --26-01-2019-- |
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More than 5 Thousand Foreigners Remained in Russia Illegally after the World Cup 2018
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| More than 5,000 foreigners who came to the 2018 FIFA World Cup still remain on the territory of the Russian Federation violating their stay.
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| --26-01-2019-- |
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The Number of Foreigners in the Russian Federation has Grown to Almost 10 Million
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| This figure increased by almost half a million compared to the same period last year.
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| --26-01-2019-- |
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A Large-scale Costume Presentation of the Resort will be Held in Kislovodsk
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| During the festival, interactive platforms will be organized, where the actors will immerse the guests of the festival into the atmosphere of the times of Pushkin, Lermontov, Tolstoy, when members of the royal family, the most eminent poets, musicians, public figures, politicians, and scientists spent their time in Kavminvody.
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| --23-01-2019-- |
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An Open-air Exposition Complex will be Created in Pustozersk
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| On the territory of the first Russian polar city Pustozersk located in the Nenets Autonomous District, an exhibition complex under the open sky will be created.
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| --23-01-2019-- |
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New Service on the Search of Cheap Air Tickets has Been Launched in Russia
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| The service on the search of cheap air tickets in a spontaneous direction titled “Kuda Ugodno” (translated as “Anywhere”) has been launched in Russia.
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| --07-09-2018-- |
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More than Half a Million Hot Dogs were Sold at the Stadiums during the 2018 World Cup Matches
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| The fans have bought 18 thousand 937 pieces of ice cream, 113 thousand 499 hamburgers, and 19 thousand 731 gingerbreads.
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| --26-08-2018-- |
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FIFA Fans Spent about 100 Billion Roubles in Russia
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| There are preliminary estimates for the cities, tourists have brought 1.7 billion roubles only to Moscow.
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| --10-08-2018-- |
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The Load of Russian Hotels Made 80 % during FIFA Russia 2018
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| Almost all the hotel guests were foreigners, including fans and people working for the World Cup. The largest number of visitors came from Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Britain, the USA, France, Egypt, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Spain and Poland.
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| --10-08-2018-- |
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Travelling to Russia through Belarus with Fan ID
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| The tourists having the fan's passports (Fan IDs) traveling to Russia through Belarus will have to get a transit visa issued.
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| --09-08-2018-- |
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A Record Number of Foreign Guests Visited the "Rosa Khutor" Resort in Sochi During the World Cup
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| During the month of the championship the resort has accepted a record number of foreign visitors since the Olympics in Sochi - only the hotels of "Rosa Khutor" have become home to over two thousand people.
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| --09-08-2018-- |
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“The Bridge with Griffins” will be under Restoration till 2019
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| Restoration works on the Bank Bridge of St. Petersburg, also known as “The Bridge with Griffins”, will last longer than planned and will be completed only in 2019.
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| --07-08-2018-- |
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Chinese Tourists Steal Unique Stones from the Beaches in Vladivostok
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| Four to five buses with Chinese tourists come to the beach every day, and tourists rush to collect the beach glass of various colors.
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| --07-08-2018-- |
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A Bear Cub Climbed onto the Parking Lot near the Stolby Reserve in Krasnoyarsk
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| The cub came to the parking lot, presumably in search of food, taking advantage of the fact that there were no people nearby.
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| --03-08-2018-- |
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Travelling to Russia without Visa For FIFA Fans
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| The amendments to the current legislation allowing the foreign fans of the Football World Cup to return to Russia without visa difficulties again in this year will be promptly accepted by the State Duma by the end of July
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| --31-07-2018-- |
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The “Zaryadye” Park has Become the Most Popular Visited Object for Foreigners during the World Cup 2018
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| The year-round landscape "Zaryadye" park is located on the site of the demolished "Russia" hotel near the Red Square. The total area of the park makes up more than 13 hectares.
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| --30-07-2018-- |
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The First Russian Mercedes-Benz Off-road Track has been Opened in Sochi
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| The first Russian Mercedes-Benz off-road track, where everyone who wishes can conduct a test drive of G-Class cars, has been opened at the "Gorki Gorod" in Sochi resort.
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| --30-07-2018-- |
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The Photographer from Kuban has Seen 34 bears in the Caucasian Reserve during One Day and Made a Video
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| Find a video with a she-bear and a bear cub in this post.
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| --30-07-2018-- |
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A Hotel with a Complex of Baths of the Peoples of the World has Opened in the Centre of Moscow
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| The office and hotel complex on Samarskaya Street in the centre of Moscow has been commissioned.
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| --30-07-2018-- |
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Pedestrian Trail in Zheleznovodsk will be Repaired
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| The repairs of the Lermontova terrain cure surrounding the Zheleznaya Mountain in Zheleznovodsk (Stavropol Territory) started at the expense of the resort tax funds.
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| --25-07-2018-- |
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Winter Hotel of the Stauropegic Valaam Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour will be Commissioned in 2019
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| The restoration of the building has become possible due to the inclusion of the project into a target program.
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| --25-07-2018-- |
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Fishing and Gastronomic Festival “Shushpanskaya Pike”
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| Fishermen and fans of fish dishes will take part in the first fishing and gastronomic festival titled “Shushpanskaya Pike” in Tambov Oblast, it will be held in the district centre of Staroyuryevo on July 27-28.
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| --22-07-2018-- |
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FIFA Fans Visited the Thematic “Fairy-tale Park” in the Village of Aramil (Sverdlovsk Oblast)
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| About 300 fans visited the thematic “Fairy-tale Park” in the village of Aramil (Sverdlovsk Oblast) during the World Cup games.
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| --22-07-2018-- |
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Krasnoyarsk Railway Launches a Special Excursion Electric Train
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| During the trip the passengers will be able to see the picturesque landscapes, as well as to get to the iconic and historical places in the vicinity of Krasnoyarsk.
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| --22-07-2018-- |
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The “Days of Harvest” Festival
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| The “Days of Harvest” festival will be held at the Pesochnoye farmstead of Medvensky district of Kursk Oblast.
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| --21-07-2018-- |
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The Inspectors of the Krasnoyarsk “Stolby” Reserve Recorded 11 Cases of Tourists’ Encounters with Bears
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| The greatest number of encounters of predators with tourists took place in Takmakovsky district of Stolby, where a she bear with her cubs sometimes comes out to people.
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| --21-07-2018-- |
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Ethnic Catwalk on Lake Baikal
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| X International Festival titled “Ethnic Catwalk on Lake Baikal” is being held on the coast of Lake Baikal.
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| --21-07-2018-- |
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World Cup 2018 has been the Best for the Entire Tournament History
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| World Cup 2018 has been the best for the entire tournament history, as the president of the International Football Federation Gianni Infantino said.
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| --21-07-2018-- |
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The FIFA President Called Russia a Truly Football Country
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| The FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised the work done by Russia in preparation for the World Cup, called Russia a truly football country, said that one could not but fall in love with Russia.
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| --20-07-2018-- |
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The “Malina” Gastronomic Festival
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| The “Malina” Gastronomic Festival will be held on July 21 in the village of Novoselki in Rybnovsky district.
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| --20-07-2018-- |
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The “Kvass Feast” Festival
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| The “Kvass Feast” festival will be held on July 21 in the city of Yalutorovsk in Tyumen Oblast.
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| --20-07-2018-- |
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Russia Earned Over 850 Billion Rubles during the World Cup 2018
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| In the cities hosting the World Cup 2018 the tourist flow increased significantly during the tournament.
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| --18-07-2018-- |
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Motor Parade in Yaroslavl
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| About a thousand Russian and foreign bikers will come to the motor parade in Yaroslavl.
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| --17-07-2018-- |
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Almost 100 Billion Rubles were Spent by FIFA Fans in Moscow
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| Tourists spent 96.6 billion rubles in Moscow during the World Football Championship.
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| --17-07-2018-- |
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"EnotoCafe" (Raccoon Cafe) Opened in Kaluga
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| Visitors of the cafe can see three raccoons there: Matilda, Zhulik and Zoya.
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| --17-07-2018-- |
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Kazan will Create a Tourist Route Related to FIFA Russia 2018
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| The central object of this product will be the Kazan Arena stadium.
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| --17-07-2018-- |
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Russia will Allow Multiple Visa-free Entry to Foreigners with Fan ID till the End of the Year
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| Foreign fans who have fan passports (Fan ID) will be granted a visa-free entry to Russia till the end of the year.
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| --16-07-2018-- |
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“Live Communication” in the Moscow Metro
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| The most popular information desks titled “Live Communication” operating in the Moscow metro during the World Cup are located at the “Ploshchad Revolutsii” and “Pushkinskaya” stations. Up to 1 thousand people turn to these desks every day.
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| --16-07-2018-- |
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Russia’s Most Beautiful Village
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| The Buryat village of Bolshoy Kunaley, where the descendants of the Old Believers who moved to Siberia in the eighteenth century live, received the status of “Russia’s most beautiful village”.
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| --12-07-2018-- |
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FIFA Fans Enjoyed Kazan
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| It is noted that the fans from Colombia proved to be the most benevolent. After a dinner at a city restaurant they invited the chef and performed a song as a token of appreciation.
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| --11-07-2018-- |
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The “Wheel of Time” in Sochi will be Illuminated by 10,000 Lights
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| The family attraction ride with the height of 65 meters has been given a unique modern illumination.
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| --10-07-2018-- |
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A Multimedia Guide to the Holy Places of Simbirsk Province in Ulyanovsk Oblast will be Released
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| It will also provide theoretical information on the basic concepts: architecture of cathedrals, interior decoration, congregation, miraculous icons, Orthodox holidays, new martyrs, Orthodox etiquette.
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| --09-07-2018-- |
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The New Route “Khmelnaya Mile” (“Hop Mile”) was Introduced in Sochi
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| 17 objects have been united in a single route. These are gastropubs, restaurants, crab cafes and bars. All these facilities are united by a single concept, which allows the resort guests to get acquainted not only with different types of beer, but also with the dishes of regional cuisine.
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| --09-07-2018-- |
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Visit Knight Tournament in the Tomsk Region
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| Knight tournament and competition of blacksmiths will be held in Tomsk village on July 21.
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| --04-07-2018-- |
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Hoteliers in the Cities of the World Cup 2018 Started to Reduce Prices for Accommodation
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| Hoteliers of major cities that host the World Cup, began to reduce prices due to underload.
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| --04-07-2018-- |
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600 Liters of Fish Broth will be Cooked in the Tyumen Region
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| The "Golden crucian" gastronomic festival will be held on July 7-8 in Sinitsinsky forest near the city of Ishim, the Tyumen region.
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| --04-07-2018-- |
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Tourism Development In Magadan
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| The authorities of Magadan Oblast are preparing proposals for the meeting of the State Council of the Russian Federation for Support and Development of Tourism.
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| --03-04-2015-- |
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Russian Most Popular Destinations
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| The Russian online service of hotels booking “Oktogo.ru” has found the most popular destinations for the holidays from May 1 to May 4. The top 10 cities in Russia, according to the number of bookings for May holidays made by Russian tourists, include St. Petersburg, Sochi, Kazan, Moscow, Kaliningrad, Kostroma, Nizhny Novgorod, Yaroslavl, Sevastopol and Veliky Novgorod
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| --03-04-2015-- |
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Russian Tourist Objects Are Highly Appreciated In Europe
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| In 2015 the Directorate for the Promotion of Territories “AGT” continues to implement the project “Russian Cities in 100 International Rankings”.
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| --26-03-2015-- |
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Big Amusement Park to Open in Sochi Next Month
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| "Russian Disneyland", the new amusement park in the Russian resort city of Sochi, which earlier hosted the 2014 Winter Olympic Games, is to open its doors to the first visitors this May.
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| --23-04-2014-- |
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Russia to Consider Easing Visa Requirements for Tourists
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| Russian parliament plans to discuss a draft law lengthening the validity of Russian tourist visas and easing the requirements for obtaining them, a government website said on Friday.
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| --30-03-2014-- |
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