Russia is a vast country stretching from eastern Europe to the Pacific ocean. You may not find many people who have traveled there as it seems a little mysterious, especially to North Americans. In this great expanse, you will find cosmopolitan cities, a large land mass covered in forest, tundra, and deserts. The people we met were warm and hospitable with many English speakers who are at … Read More about Russia about Russia Travel Guide
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Visiting Lenin Mausoleum
When visiting central Moscow, a major draw is the Red Square. Within the Red Square, you find St Basil’s cathedral and the Gum Department store. Also, along with the red Kremlin Wall, you will see a famous Russian tourist spot, Lenin’s Mausoleum or as some call, Lenin’s Tomb. Vladimir Lenin, if one does not know, […]
Understanding the Red Square in Moscow
Moscow is a place marked by contrast: chill vs heat, communism vs capitalism, vanguard vs tradition, wealth vs poverty. At the Red Square, the heart of the city, all of this becomes even more evident. The Red Square is where the main Russian landmarks like the Kremlin, Lenin’s Mausoleum and Saint Basil’s Cathedral are located. Also, it’s from where all […]
