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For centuries now the alcoholic beverage known as vodka has long been associated with Russia. Vodka is often seen as having originated in Russia. However, the truth of the matter is that the origins of vodka cannot be traced back to one particular location.
Amongst the diverse and beautiful Russian fauna and flora, lurks one of the most spectacular and elusive cats, known to man. With its silky grey coat, brown and black rosettes and striped tail, the Russian Snow Leopard is an awesome sight. It is just a great pity that visitors to the country are extremely unlikely to view this extraordinary creature as they are close to extinction, and those that do stalk the rocky ridges and mountains of Russia are well hidden and very shy.
Russian caviar is known the world over and has been recognized as one of Russia’s most popular and bet known exports. While this expensive delicacy may not have originated in here, it has become synonymous with Russia.
Every year a pagan fertility rite called Ivan Kupala Day is celebrated in Ukraine and Russia during the summer holidays. Depending on the calendar, the celebration either takes place on the 24th of June if you use the Julian calendar or on the 7th of July if you use the Gregorian calendar.
Whether you hate or rate the Russian pop music duo t.A.T.u., you simply cannot deny that for a while they were a world-wide sensation. The statistics speak for themselves and, though their fans ranged from adolescent girls to middle aged men, their appeal was certainly controversial enough to draw a lot of attention.
The Kino Expo was established with the purpose of exposing and exhibiting the Russian Film Industry and has been a successful event since 1999. The Kino Expo is known as an International Convention and Trade Fair that not only highlights the advances and growing popularity in the Russian Film Industry, but also the film market that exists in countries such as Latvia, Ukraine, Moldova and many more.
Horse lovers visiting Russia should certainly take the time to learn more about Alexander Nevzorov. This absolutely brilliant man has taken the level of understanding between horse and rider to new heights and his work has inspired thousands.
If you are a lover of fashion and style then you will probably already have a good idea of who Norman Parkinson is. This acclaimed and renowned fashion celebrity has blurred the boundaries of art, fashion and photography. As the Fifth Moscow International Festival gets underway, Norman Parkinson continues to make waves in the fashion world.
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