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About Russia

About Russia

Russia spans two continents: Europe and Asia. The largest country in the world, it shares borders with Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Estonia, Finland, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania (via the Kaliningrad Oblast exclave), Mongolia, North Korea, Norway, Poland (via the Kaliningrad Oblast exclave), and Ukraine. 

Major cities on the European side of the country include Moscow and Saint Petersburg. Museums, cultural centers, religious architecture, theaters, and world-class restaurants can all be found in these cosmopolitan cities. 
  • Top attractions in Moscow: The best things to do in Russia's capital
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  • The Atlas Obscura guide to Russia: 159 cool, hidden, and unusual things to do in Russia
 
  • St. Petersburg: the golden heart of Russia​

Typical Russian dishes are made from fish, meat, and seasonal produce. Grains are an important staple of the Russian diet and are used in bread, pancakes, beer, and vodka. Wine and soft drinks are often served with meals.

​Accommodations are easy to find in the major cities. International hotel chains, holiday rentals, and hostels are common places to spend the night.

ABOUT RUSSIA
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TRANSPORTATION 
THINGS TO SEE AND DO 
PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK 
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