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08.10.2004 - Peoples of Siberia
The multiple indigenous peoples have been living in the extremely harsh climate of Siberia, Far North and Far East of Russia for thousands of years. They have worked out the ecological traditional culture that is most fit for these conditions. The culture of these small nations is fragile and rather unable to ...
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08.10.2004 - Siberia in Literature and Folklore
Literature is a very important part of the world culture. It can be considered one of the most democratic arts as it finds ways to reflect the most important problems of the society. Reading novels and poems of Russian writers is important for any person who is trying to explore Russian culture. Siberia is ...
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08.10.2004 - Culture of the Chechens
The Chechens are one of the most ancient nations of the world with its original and distinctive culture. It is the biggest — about 1 million people — nation in the Northern Caucasus. Neighboring Ingushs are very close to the Chechens in their culture and religion. Together they form a nation of Vainakhs wit ...
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08.10.2004 - Russian Women
There is no woman more beautiful than a Russian woman. The saying is very popular and well known in Russia. You might think it is nothing more than boasting. Hoverer, it is not that simple. Many Westerners share this opinion. Even a hundred or more years ago Russian brides were worth their weight in gold in ...
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08.10.2004 - How Russian People Rest
In this article, we would like to draw the reader’s attention to the ways Russian people rest. 1. Dachas Summer house or dacha in Russian has been the most widespread place for rest among the majority of Russians of different ages for quite a long time. The majority of Russian families – perhaps30% now ha ...
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08.10.2004 - Russian Orthodox Church today
The Russian Orthodox Church is the largest religious association in our country. At present it has 128 dioceses in various regions of Russia and in far and near abroad. Since 1990 the Russian Church has been led by His holiness Patriarch Alexy II of Moscow and All Russia,. the 15th patriarch in its history, ...
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08.10.2004 - Russian Sauna (Banya)
There can be few more pleasurable experiences than a good clean up at a traditional Russian banya. Russian banya or sauna is known as an exotic Russian tradition. It is known as a combination of dry sauna, steam bath, massage and plunges into ice-cold water. It is certainly a part of Russian culture and one o ...
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08.10.2004 - Foreigners in Russia - Dangers and Annoyances
Many people throw down a challenge to the life, climbing the highest mountains, fighting with hurricanes, rains and snow avalanches, visiting the coldest and the hottest places on Earth. They win in the fight with the elements and with themselves. People who visit different countries as tourists sometimes c ...
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08.10.2004 - Communication and Relationship in Russia
Very often those foreigners who hear about Russia from TV news and newspapers think that the country is an awful and dangerous place because of the extensive crime, extremely cold weather and economical instability. These people think they know the truth, but very often they do not. And sometimes what they kn ...
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08.10.2004 - Russian Vodka
Many countries in the world have drinks to which there are associated. The Germans and British like beer, the Scottish produce whiskey, the French and Israelis like wine, while Russians prefer vodka. Russian vodka is more than just a strong alcoholic drink. Vodka is a national Russian spirit. The word “vodka ...
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