Tag Archives: attraction of Russsia

The Moscow city-Russia

Posted on October 26, 2011 by admin

For most of its history, Moscow was dominated by its numerous Orthodox churches. However, the overall appearance of the city changed drastically during the Soviet period, especially as a result of Joseph Stalin’s large-scale effort to modernize the city. Stalin’s … Continue reading →

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Ostankino Tower-Russia

Posted on October 26, 2011 by admin

According to Russian news agencies, the evacuation was complete 90 minutes after the start of the fire. The loss was substantial due to the age and poor maintenance of the electronic equipment, much of which was installed in the 1960s. … Continue reading →

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The Moscow Art Theatre-Russia

Posted on October 23, 2011 by admin

The Art Theatre’s first season included works by Leo Tolstoi, Henrik Ibsen, and William Shakespeare, but it wasn’t until it staged Anton Chekhov’s four major works, beginning with its production of The Seagull in 1898, with Stanislavski in the role … Continue reading →

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Red Square-Russia

Posted on October 22, 2011 by admin

On Red Square is Saint Basil the Blessed, still a major edifice of Orthodox art. Russian architecture was clearly affected many times in its history by influences emanating from the Kremlin. A particular example is the Italian Renaissance.The Kremlin of … Continue reading →

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Moscow Zoo-Russia

Posted on October 22, 2011 by admin

The main entrance to the zoo, built in 1997 during wide scale reconstruction to mark Moscow’s 850th anniversary, stands opposite Barrikadnaya Metro. It was made to look like a fairy-tale castle with towers and a waterfall. This leads to the … Continue reading →

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Historic Centre of Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments-Russia

Posted on October 22, 2011 by admin

The building of the capital of Peter the Great, symbol of Russia, began in the 18th century, thanks to the colossal forced labour of Russian soldiers, Swedish and Ottoman prisoners of war, and Finnish and Estonian workers and labourers. The … Continue reading →

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Novodevichy Convent-Russia

Posted on October 21, 2011 by admin

The Novodevichy Convent is an outstanding example of an exceptionally well-preserved monastic complex, representing the Moscow Baroque style in the architecture of the late 17th century Apart from its fine architecture and decorative details, the site is characterized by its … Continue reading →

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Wrangel Island-Russia

Posted on October 21, 2011 by admin

Wrangel Island is about 125 km (78 mi) wide and 7,600 km2 (2,900 sq mi) in area. It consists of a southern coastal plain that is as wide as 15 km (9.3 mi); a central belt of low-relief mountains; and a northern coastal plain that is as … Continue reading →

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Kizhi Pogost-Russia

Posted on October 21, 2011 by admin

Kizhi is located in the heart of an unreal landscape where the sky, reflected in the limpid waters of Lake Onega, seems to hold suspended in the pristine air hundreds of small islands. In summer they seem to sparkle in … Continue reading →

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The Curonian Spit-Russia

Posted on October 20, 2011 by admin

The Curonian Spit is an outstanding example of a landscape of sand dunes that is under constant threat from natural forces (wind and tide). After disastrous human interventions that menaced its survival, the Spit was reclaimed by massive protection and … Continue reading →

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