Introduction |
Come to Russia and discover a country unlike
any other. Traveling through Russia combines unrivaled
uniqueness and constant expectations. After the
collapse of Soviet Union visitors have a chance
to explore all the cultural multiplicity of Russia
from modern urban areas like magnificent Moscow
and glitzy Saint Petersburg up to remote villages
in Siberia. The cultural heritage, destroyed during
Soviet Times, is being restored and built anew.
Literature and arts are thriving; city life is
boiling with activity; and its economy buzzing
with opportunities.
For many Russia is associated with its two main
capitals: Moscow and Saint Petersburg. The former
is Russia's current center, whereas the latter
holds the country glamorous past in the form of
the Hermitage and the Winter Palace, the Alexander
Nevsky Monestary, St. Isaac's Cathedral and the
Admiralty. Hotels, such as the magnificent Corinthia
Nevskij Palace Hotel, often are part of the city's
history. The 5-star hotel is the result of the
renovation of two historic 19th century buildings
in the hart of St. Petersburg. Indeed, the hotel
assures its visitors an optimum stay in this glorious
city.
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Moscow and St. Petersburg are the cities for
cultural tourism that still retain the traces
of the former Russian Empire. But Russia is bigger
than that, covering 11 time zones and two continents.
It boasts the biggest freshwater lake in the world
- Baikal, huge mountains, volcanoes, rivers and
forests still abundant in wildlife. The nature
of Russia is yet to be discovered by travelers
and explorers.
Russia's and the Russians' 20th century was a
rough ride, which has an imprint in Russian character.
Having an understanding about what Russia had
to suffer would probably help to get the idea
about "mysterious Russian soul". People
who live in Russia have good cause to link their
splendid country with the origins of Statehood.
The many centuries of its history are characterized
by plights and privations, but Russia's Eastern
Slavic cultural traditions are now truly showing
their unbridled diversity and commanding vigor.
Any visitor, from the individual tourist to multinational
corporations, will find a visit to Russia amazing
and unforgettable. Today's Russia is a country
of great potential and is looking into the future
with confidence. Vintage Russia!
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