Russia Travel Information

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   Russia Travel Information

Russia is officially known as the Russian Federation, and is the world's largest country, spanning through the majority of Eastern Europe. With the dissolution of the Soviet Union visitors have a fresh opportunity to explore a vast array of exciting and ancient cultures.  From the glittering imperial Russian Palaces of St. Petersburg to the timeless village life of Siberia and Irkutsk, Russia offers something to be enjoyed by everyone. Russia has grown to become one of the greatest eco-tourism spots on the planet, with several nature reserves. Due to its size, and the distance between cities, there is a seemingly-endless spread of landscape to be discovered and enjoyed. Russia has some of the most amazing scenery in the world. There are rolling hills, rugged mountains, vast rivers and lakes, forests, plains, and a plethora of flora and fauna to be enjoyed.   

   Top Things To Do In Russia

There is always something going on in Moscow with so much to discover and learn about Russia’s historical past. Moscow is experiencing a burst of creative energy and revitalization. Former factories and deserted warehouses have been converted into edgy art galleries and intriguing underground clubs. Foodies are flocking to wine bars, coffee bars, sushi bars and even beer bars, while night owls enjoy a dynamic scene of exclusive nightclubs, bohemian art cafes and underground blues bars. As far as historic sites be sure to visit Lenin’s Mausoleum and Moscow’s Kremlin, the largest active fortress in Europe. Just outside the Kremlin is the famous Red Square. There you can watch the changing of the guard, visit St. Basil’s Cathedral. GUM, just off Red Square, is Moscow's most famous shopping center. Old Arbat Street is Moscow's most famous thoroughfare, a pedestrian only street, perfect for grabbing a drink and people watching. 

St Petersburg is a fascinating, historic city with several unique district’s containing historic buildings, beautiful museums, world-class restaurants, a unique culture and thriving nightlife.  Many of the best sites in St. Petersburg are found around the actual city center and its prominent thoroughfare named the Nevsky Prospekt This includes the famous, ornately decorated domes and stunning mosaics is the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.  Along the banks of the River Neva, lies the State Hermitage in St Petersburg.  This includes the Winter Palace, the residence of Russian Tsars built in 1754-1762. The State Hermitage consists of six beautiful buildings including the Menshikov Palace and the Repository. Each building is beautiful and unique. Visitors will revel in the impressive collections of art at the Russian Museum as well as the city’s stature in the world of classical music. The Hermitage Art Museum contains over 2.7 million exhibits of art, including some of the world's greatest art. Saint Petersburg has many beautiful parks that are worth visiting, especially during the hot summer days. Tauride Palace and the Summer Garden are the most famous.