Russia by Levi Muller

10 Facts

mullelev — 2023-12-15 20:46:08 UTC

Russia is the biggest country covering two continents and 11 time zones.
In Russia, they have the deepest lake in the world, lake Baikal, estimated to hold about 1-5th of the world's fresh surface water.
A woman born in Russia, Valentina Tereshkova, was the first woman to travel in space in 1963.
During orthodox wedding ceremonies, crowns were held above the bride and groom's heads to symbolize, glory, greatness, the blessing of god, and the couple's relationship through eternal life.
Tetris was invented in Russia.
Russia is home to a lot of famous literature.
Russia also has the world's largest railway.
54% of Russias population is female.
Folk Dancing is a tradition in Russia.
1 US. dollar, is 3.29 Russian Ruble.

St. Basil's Cathedral

mullelev — 2023-12-15 20:47:45 UTC

St. Basil's Cathedral is an Orthodox church in Red Square of Moscow. It is one of the most popular cultural symbols of Russia. The church was dedicated to the protection of the Virgin. The entry fee is 700 Ruble.

Mt. Elbrus

mullelev — 2023-12-20 20:55:01 UTC

Mt. Elbrus is the highest mountain in Russia and all of Europe. It rises 5,642 meters above sea level. To go there, it costs 2000 rubble.

Valley of Geysers

mullelev — 2023-12-20 20:56:02 UTC

It is a geyser field in Kamchatka Peninsula. Second largest amount of Geysers in the world. It costs 52,659 rubble.

Kizhi Island

mullelev — 2023-12-20 21:04:24 UTC

It is an island close to the geometrical center of Lake Onega in the Republic of Karelia, Russia. It is about 6 kilometers long, and 1 kilometer wide. The ferry to get there is 2700 ruble.

Lake Baikal

mullelev — 2023-12-20 21:09:23 UTC

It is a massive lake in the mountain areas of siberia. It is also considered to be the deepest lake in the world. It is surround by tons of paths called the great Baikal trail. It's also free to go here.

St. Sophia Cathedral

mullelev — 2023-12-21 20:39:59 UTC

It is famous for its unique architecture and monumental art of the 11th century. It is also the oldest church in Russia. And it was built by Emperor Constanious. There is also no entree fee.

Suzdal

mullelev — 2023-12-21 20:44:46 UTC

Suzdal is a town northeast of Moscow. It's part of the Golden Ring cluster of ancient towns. It was also once the capital for seven Russian principalities. The entree fee is 400 rubble.

Moscow Cremlin

mullelev — 2023-12-21 20:50:52 UTC

It is a protected complex in the middle of Moscow. It is the home of a great prince and a religious center. It is open everyday except thursday. With and entree fee of 1700 rubble.

Hermitage Museum

mullelev — 2023-12-21 20:57:33 UTC

It was founded in 1764 by Catherine the Great. It holds more than 3 million items gathered around the globe. It also is made with great architecture. The entry fee is 800 rubble.

Kazan cremlin

mullelev — 2023-12-21 21:00:33 UTC

It is the chief historic citadel of Russia. It was built by Ivan the Terrible. It was declared a world heritage site in 2000. The Kazan cremlin is free.