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Moscow City Survival Guide
9 tips to smooth your way through the bustling metropolis.
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A Short History of St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg locals are fiercely proud of the city and it’s easy to see why. Known as the ‘Venice of the North’, it is brimming with history and culture.
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A Short History of Sochi
Sochi has long been the domestic holiday spot of choice for Russians, and with its breathtaking scenery you’ll soon see why.
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10 of Moscow’s Souvenir Highlights
Find the greatest variety and quality of traditional Russian handcrafts and knickknacks in Russia’s historical center.
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Sochi: Gifts from the Gateway to the Caucasus
The best gifts to bring home from Sochi.
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Sochi’s Cultural Agenda
What’s on offer in Sochi for your artistic side.
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A Short History of Sochi’s Olympic Stadium
See what all the olympic fuss was about.
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Q&A Meet Tatyana Strakhova
A local view of Sochi.
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Inside Stalin’s Sochi Villa
Don’t miss stalin’s holiday villa in sochi, whose star began to rise back in soviet times.
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Sochi’s Colorful Parks and Gardens
Find shade in one of Sochi’s many gardens.
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Kazan University: A Historical Landmark
Kazan hosts one of Russia’s oldest universities
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The 6 Coolest Cocktail Bars in Kazan
Kazan is party central
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A Short History of Kazan
Kazan is one of Russia’s most vibrant and multicultural cities
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Souvenirs to Bring Home From Tatarstan
Gifts to get in Kazan
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4 of Kazan’s Must-See Sights
Don’t miss these sightseeing hotspots!
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Kazan’s Cultural Agenda
Looking for the hottest events in the city? Here are our picks.
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The Official Kazan Survival Guide
Everything you need to know to enjoy Tatarstan’s capital
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9 of Kazan’s Best Eats
Looking for the best places to eat in town? Check out our favorites.
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6 Hidden Treasures in Kazan
Keep your eye out for these gems
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5 of Kazan’s Best Bars
Draft beer, craft beer, any beer – pubs for football lovers.
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Q&A: Meet Natalia Fishman
At 27, Natalia Fishman is one of the best-known names in Kazan
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A Short History of Kazan Arena
An impressive arena in Russia’s sporting capital
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Your Primer On Tatar Culture
Tatarstan’s culture has always been at the crossroads of civilizations.
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Fun Day Trips to Take From Kazan
We’ve got the perfect spots for you.
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Moscow’s Summer Festivals
5 festivals you should check out if you’re planning to stay in Moscow a little longer and explore the city further.
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TSUM: The Highlight of Moscow Shopping
TSUM Department Store, located in the heart of Moscow next to the Bolshoi Theatre, is the only high-end department store in Russia that meets luxury shopping standards.
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A Yekaterinburg Treasure: The Opera and Ballet Theater
Dissecting the theater’s success
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The Official Yekaterinburg Survival Guide
Tips to prepare for your time in Yekaterinburg
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Gem of the Urals: Souvenirs from Yekaterinburg
The many things to bring back home
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The Death of House Romanov: Yekaterinburg’s Grisly Legacy
The execution of the Russian imperial family
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A Window to Democracy in Yekaterinburg
A look inside the majestic halls of Yeltsin Center
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Yekaterinburg’s 6 Best Craft Bars
Yekaterinburg: Russia’s Capital of Craft
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The 6 Best Sports Bars in Yekaterinburg
Looking for somewhere to watch the match while you’re in the city?
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6 Hidden Treasures in Yekaterinburg
Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.
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Q&A: Meet Ilya Shipilovskikh
How a Perm Native Fell in Love With Yekaterinburg
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Yekaterinburg’s Cultural Agenda
The many artistic exhibitions the city has to offer
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A Short History of Yekaterinburg Arena
The City’s Arena Has a Long and Proud History
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A Short History of Yekaterinburg
Yekaterinburg has a fascinating history and plenty to keep curious visitors occupied.
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6 of Yekaterinburg’s Must-See Sights
Don’t miss these sightseeing hotspots!
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9 of Yekaterinburg’s Best Eats
The best restaurants and cafes in town
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6 of Yekaterinburg’s Best Sports Bars
Looking for somewhere to watch the match while you’re in the city?
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6 of the Yekaterinburg’s Best Craft Bars
Yekaterinburg: Russia’s Capital of Craft
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6 of Yekaterinburg’s Hidden Treasures
Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.
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5 of Moscow’s Hidden Treasures
Step into a time machine and see how Moscow’s evolved since the 14th century.
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Moscow’s Summer Cultural Agenda
Don’t worry about getting bored between matches: from Die Antwood to Anna Karenina, you’ll find something for every mood.
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The Long Legal Path to Bringing Russia to Justice Over MH17 (Op-ed)
Don’t expect a confession from Moscow.
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Catch Italian Photographers at the Moscow Photobiennale 2018
Lovers of photography should not miss these exhibitions of Italian photographers in Moscow.
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Russia’s Islamic State Women and Children Should Be Returned Home (Op-ed)
Their testimonies of horrific experiences in Iraq and Syria could stop the recruitment of new Russian jihadists.
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Babchenko’s Death and Russia’s Dark Power (Op-ed)
Russia has adopted a policy of blessing freelance murders carried out in its name.
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Let the Beat Go On: Moscow’s Beat Film Festival Begins
Moscow’s most musical film fest begins May 31 and runs through June 10 at several venues around the city.
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Vandalism of Russian Art Through History
Friday’s vandalism of a beloved painting of Ilya Repin was a shocking incident, but not an isolated case.
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A Visit to the Tikhomirov Family Studio
The Moscow Times art club took a tour of the studio of two brilliant artists, Olga and Leonid Tikhomirov.
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OPEC and Russia Prepared to Raise Oil Output Under U.S. Pressure
Oil hit its highest price since late 2014 at $80.50 a barrel this month.
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Sanctioned Oligarch Deripaska Resigns as Director of Rusal
Deripaska hopes to persuade the U.S. government to rescind sanctions that have crippled his businesses.
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American Businesses in Russia Are Struggling After U.S. Sanctions, Survey Says
Sanctions negatively affected the plans of 84 percent of American companies in Russia, the survey said.
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Russia’s Gazprom ‘Satisfied’ After Settling EU Antitrust Case Without Fines
EU antitrust regulators ended a seven-year-long investigation into Gazprom on Thursday.
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Spring Borshch: Cooks, Shoots, and Leaves
Expand your borshch vocabulary and repertory with pink or green spring borshch. P.S. Cheat sheet attached.
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Rusal CEO Quits as Company Warns on Debt Payments After U.S. Sanctions
The United States announced sanctions against Russia’s largest aluminum producer, Rusal, on April 6.
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Russia’s Top Banker Warns Moscow’s Counter-Sanctions Could Backfire
Gref warned that criminalizing compliance with U.S. sanctions could force international firms to pull out of Russia.
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BudFinder map
Beer and football is a traditional combination for millions football fans all over the world. However, in Moscow, some media are concerned about the lack of beer in the restaurants and bars in the capital of Russia.