Links
There is always more to learn about the rich history of Russian culture. Browse through some of these links if you’re interested in expanding your knowledge on Russian life & people.
General Culture:
Get acquainted with all things Russia with this overview of the culture of Russia and its people:
http://www.russianembassy.org/RUSSIA/culture.htm
An in depth history on various forms of Russian culture including literature, painting, and architecture, and their effect on Russian traditions, worldviews, and politics, as well as its impact on the world:
http://russia.rin.ru/guide_e/3.html
Russia-Channel.com now offers travelers and visitors with unsurpassed access to local establishments in the travel and hospitality business.
http://www.russia-channel.com/
Cuisine:
First some information on the Russian diet, and whats on the plates of many Russian families:
www.russianembassy.org/RUSSIA/cuisine.htm
Recipes, recipes, and more recipes. Learn the fine art of Russian cooking from borscht to pirozhki as you navigate through these sites:
www.allrecipes.com/HowTo/Russian-Cuisine/Detail.aspx
www.whats4eats.com/europe/russia-cuisine
Wondering what Russian foods to cook for Easter Sunday this year? Check out what’s on the menu at:
www.recipes.bgkulinar.net/holiday-Easter-2
Or if you’d prefer to see some Russian Language Recipes:
History & Religion:
A vault of information regarding Russian & Soviet history from folk traditions to economic policies, you can find it here:
Learn the dates of various Russian Holidays:
www.russianembassy.org/RUSSIA/holid.htm
Delve into the deep & rich religious history of the Russian people:
www.russianembassy.org/RUSSIA/religion.htm
Did you know Mikhail Lomonosovis considered Russia’s “first and the greatest” scientist, or that the scientific studies of Ivan Pavlov lasted more than six decades? Find out more about Famous Russian Scientists here:
www.tristarmedia.com/bestofrussia/scientists.html
Did you know Siberia is the coldest place on earth with temperatures reaching -70 degrees Celsius below zero? Or that Russia is nearly twice the size of the entire United States? There’s always more to learn:
www.tristarmedia.com/bestofrussia/index.html
Here’s an interesting piece on the Russian soul & identity:
moscow-lantern.blogspot.com/2009/01/enigmatic-russian-soul.html
Geography & Travel:
Wonderful pictures and information on the beautiful landscapes and natural wonders of Russia:
Looking to travel? Find out popular locations and events within Russia:
Information regarding various cities, and towns in Russia, presented alongside beautiful photographs:
www.tristarmedia.com/bestofrussia/moscow.html
Media:
An overview of the Russian mass media, with some history and facts can be found here:
www.russianembassy.org/RUSSIA/mass_media.htm
A news site with articles, opinion, and editorials pertaining to Russia: