Each country in the world has its own natural landmarks.  In Russia, there are a lot of natural attractions. In our previous articles we’ve told you about Russia’s largest cities and rivers. In our today’s article, we’re going to tell you about Russia’s biggest lakes.

Russia is one of the largest countries in the world, where there are about 2.5 million rivers. Some of them are rather small, only about 100 kilometers long. However, in Russian there are rivers which are really large.

Russia is the largest country in the world in terms of its physical area.  There are more than thousand cities located on its territory both large and small in terms of their area and population. In our today’s article, we’re going to tell you about the largest cities in Russia.

The city of Daugavpils in Latvia is a Russian-speaking enclave and clearly one of the best locations for studying Russian outside of Russia.

Golden domes sparkling in the sun, sounds of bells ringing floating in the air… This is what makes a soul of a Russian Orthodox person thrill in majestic awe. Today we are going to tell you about the highest bell towers in Russia.

There was no such izba in Russia, which did not have a Russian stove. Russian stove is a unique object in the East Slavic culture and the most vivid symbol of Russian spirit. It was an irreplaceable helper in everyday life

Russian izba is part of Russian culture. Its unique architecture reflects the loyalty to ancient traditions in dwelling construction, but its characteristic feature is its durability and unique construction. Organization and interior of izba had been created for many years.

All study abroad programs provided by Learn Russian in the EU in Daugavpils, Latvia, offer a full Russian language and cultural immersion.

Vologda lace is a unique type of decoration in the Russian folk art that impresses with the richness and variety of its lines, ornaments, and patterns. In this article, we’re going to tell you about the special features of Vologda lace, as well as about its origins.

Russia is a huge country which impresses with its space and a large number of natural attractions. We’ve selected the most beautiful places in Russia which every person who lives in Russia and every traveler to Russia should see. Now, let’s speak about each place in more detail.

Russia Day is an important state holiday for all people in Russia. It is celebrated every year on June 12. Until 2002 this holiday used to have a different name – Day of Adoption of the Declaration of State Sovereignty of Russia. Russia Day is considered to be one of the newest state holidays.

Ligo or Ivan Kupala Day is the same holiday, although in some countries it has a different name. Traditionally, Ligo is celebrated only in Latvia. In Russia, this holiday is called Ivan Kupala Day. In this article, we are going to look at the features of each holiday.