Летняя производственная практика после третьего курса
The scene of Rasputin's murder – the Yusupov Palace in St. Petersburg (PHOTOS)
This mansion once belonged to one of the Russian Empire 's richest aristocratic families, but became infamous as the scene of a bizarre murder in 1916 committed by the young owner.
We know they move, but how do they work? St.Petersburg's soaring drawbridges under the spotlight
Tourists come to St. Petersburg from all over the world to see the movable bridges, a true symbol of the city. The raising process has even been turned into a musical show.
Classical Russian characters and the traditional dishes they ate
The Russian classics are such encyclopedias of traditional recipes that sometimes they can be read as cookbooks. We explore the culinary delights of 19th-century Russian literature with links to mouth-watering recipes.
Choosing the best time to visit Russia can be a tricky business. Are the country's top sights best viewed in sunny splendor or wintry wonder? We're here to help.
How to take AMAZING pics in Moscow & St. Petersburg
The main thing a tourist can bring back from a trip to Russia are memories - and photos. Here are a few tips on how to take perfect shots of the most famous sites.
5 observation decks in St. Petersburg offering breathtaking views
Taking a rooftop walk in St. Petersburg tends to be for extremists. For saner tourists, the city's numerous viewing platforms make an excellent alternative. We tell you where the best bird's-eye views are to be found.
These microscopic Russian groups number less than 500 each!
The last Russian census, carried out in 2010, revealed 194 peoples living in our vast country, some of them barely several hundred individuals in size. Others numbering mere dozens.
