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The First Museums in Russia
Trace the origins of Russia's first museums
Kostroma and Ipatiev Monastery
Explore Kostroma's rich history and its unique architecture
The Pushkin Fine Arts Museum of Moscow
Read more about the first steps that led to the museum's opening
Moscow Legends: The French Embassy
Where French diplomacy meets Moscow history
Solovki: … to the Gulag and Back. Part II
Trace the history of the Solovetsky Islands
Lake Baikal, The Pearl of Siberia
Why is Baikal one of Russia's most treasured wonders?
Solovki: From the Orthodox Asceticism... Part I
Trace the history of the Solovetsky Islands
What Soviet Newspapers Do You Have?
Discover a humorous take on Soviet-era newspapers
Yaroslavl, the City of Unsurpassed Beauty
Step into Yaroslavl's rich past and stunning architecture
Rostov Veliky, the Prettiest City of the Golden Ring
Explore Rostov Veliky, a historic gem of Russia's Golden Ring
Victory Day - The Song
Learn the Victory Day song
The Reforms Under Peter the Great
Learn about Peter the Great's big mark in the history of Russia