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Explore Wonderful Pskov Russia – Your Ultimate Travel Guide
Nestled in northwestern Russia, Pskov is a city rich in history and culture. Located along the Velikaya River, it is one of the oldest cities in Russia, first mentioned in chronicles dating back to 903. This ancient city has witnessed numerous historical events and has played a significant role in the development of the Russian…
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Explore The Wonderful Moscow Kremlin Travel Guide
The Kremlin dominates Red Square, the left bank of the Moskva River, history, religion, politics, Moscow, and Russia itself. And, of course, any visit to the capital. It is the fortified and beating heart of Russia and the first place you should visit. The closed triangle of power, the Forbidden City of the Tsars, has…
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Explore Wonderful Smolensk Russia – 6 Tips Your Ultimate Russia Guide
One of the oldest cities in Russia – contemporary to Novgorod – Smolensk carries plenty of cultural history into the present day. Ancient walls, onion dome cathedrals, and well-landscaped parks are strewn across the undulating hills of this mid-sized city. The highlight is the magnificent Assumption Cathedral. But music lovers should consider visiting the renowned Glinka Festival in June.…
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Explore Wonderful Ulan Ude Russia – The Capital of The Republic of Buryatia
The appealing capital of Buryatia, Ulan Ude (Oelan-Oede), is 456km east of Irkutsk by rail and makes a sensible staging post for visiting Mongolia or eastern Lake Baikal. Founded as Verkhneudinsk in 1775, the city prospered as a major stop on the tea-caravan route from China via Troitskosavsk (now Kyakhta). Ulan means ‘Red’ in Buryat,…