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History Why was water carrying an important profession in Tsarist Russia?

In the 19th century, long before running water appeared in every home, the job of a water carrier was as familiar and essential to the Russian urban landscape as a cab driver or a street cleaner are today.

Travel Golden fall in Russia: From Karelia to the Far East (PHOTOS)

As the last rays of the September sun give way to the cool of October, the most vibrant time of the year arrives in Russia. Let's embark on a photo journey across the vast expanses of the country and take a closer look!

History 6 Polish generals who gave their lives for Russia (PICS)

After fanatically fighting against the Russians throughout their youth, these six generals decided to defect and serve the tsar, remaining loyal to him until the end.

Culture What the ‘Egyptian Pavilion’ at the Ostankino Estate in Moscow looks like

Intricate carvings, antique sculpture, stucco decoration and stoves with sphinx figures – this is how the famous pavilion appears after its restoration.

Culture This house has Pushkin & Tolstoy in… togas! But why?

This building in the center of Moscow has been surprising city residents for over 100 years. Initially, it would seem that it’s just one of many apartment buildings. But, there is a nuance: The facade is decorated with an unusual frieze (a long stretch of painted, sculpted or even calligraphic decoration), which depicts Russian classic writers in antique clothes.

Lifestyle What's life like for an American in the Russian Far North?

Jack lives above the Arctic Circle and works as an English teacher. Many things have happened to him there for the first time, like participating in an Arctic bicycle race.

Culture 10 folk music ensembles of the peoples of Russia (VIDEOS)

From the graceful movements of the Kalmyk steppe to the mesmerizing dances of the Chukotka tundra, these troupes introduce unique folk culture through the power of song and dance!

Culture 5 movies in which FALL is one of the main ‘characters’

In these movies, yellowed leaves, prolonged rains and a timid sun are full-fledged protagonists.

Culture Lost in translation: How Russians translate from English

September 30 is International Translation Day. We spoke with Daria Sirotinskaya, coordinator of international programs at the Institute of Translation, about how translators joke, swear and otherwise find solutions to difficult situations.

Russian Language Playground

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Education

Where does the ‘twinge of remorse’ lie?

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Education

Overlooked Russian greats: Aivazovsky

Education

Ross from the U.S.: 'The Russian language is infinitely difficult!' (VIDEO)

Alexander Kislov, Natalya Nosova

Education

The Russian alphabet used to have two letters for ‘i’

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Education

Peculiarities of the Russian vocabulary that SHOCK foreigners

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Education

What is a ‘Woman's Summer’ in Russian?

Russian Literature

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5 most QUOTED works of Russian literature

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5 Russian cities named after famous writers (PHOTOS)

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5 museums dedicated to Russian writers outside of Russia

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5 MAJOR love triangles in Russian literature

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100 MAIN Russian books that everyone should read

Best of Russia

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10 must-visit places in Sochi & beyond (PHOTOS)

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Where to find 'Gateway to Russia' on social media

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10 best glamping sites in Russia

Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts

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30 masterpieces of the Pushkin Museum's Gallery of European & American Countries that you must see (PHOTOS)

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4 social media accounts recommended by ‘Gateway to Russia’

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Basic facts

34 incredible UNESCO sites located in Russia (PHOTOS)

Russian Cinema

P. Arsenov/The film studio named after Gorky, 1985

10 BEST Soviet & Russian movies about school

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7 screen adaptations of Soviet science fiction writers Arkady & Boris Strugatsky

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8 UNDERRATED Soviet movies

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8 Soviet movies about VACATION that you can watch ONLINE

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10 Russian movies that won awards at Cannes

Russia 101

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Plan your trip

The MOST important phone numbers, addresses & websites for your trip to Russia

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Visa help

How to get a Russian visa in Canada

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Plan your trip

Why foreigners need to submit biometric data in Russia & how

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Who needs to register in the ‘ruID’ app for trips to Russia & how?

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When & where does a foreigner need to present their passport in Russia?

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Plan your trip

How to travel across Russia: A guide for foreign tourists

History

The most impressive monument to World War I in Russia (VIDEO)

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Did you know that there are still inscriptions by Soviet soldiers on the walls of the Reichstag in Berlin?

Museum of Contemporary History of Russia

How Stalin once became the chief of the Native American Indians

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When and where did the Russians fight the Spanish?

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The Chinese pilot who fought for the USSR against the Nazis

The Most Russian American

This is a brand new part of Moscow (VIDEO)

3 words that describe Russia (VIDEO)

Izmailovo Kremlin, the most Russian place in Moscow (VIDEO)

He left with $5, but returned to build Russia's future (VIDEO)

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Alexander Kislov, Natalya Nosova

The word ‘poka’ became a farewell, thanks to the idea of temporariness

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‘The Mouse Knitting a DNA Strand’: The most touching monument to science

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Why was water carrying an important profession in Tsarist Russia?

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Golden fall in Russia: From Karelia to the Far East (PHOTOS)

How Russian apartments look like today (VIDEO)

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The season of the Northern Lights is now open! (VIDEO)

'BLIN' - The most UNIVERSAL word in Russian! (VIDEO)

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Feel the vibes of Arctic travel! (VIDEO)

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Masterpieces of art in the Moscow Metro (PHOTOS)

Nizhny Novgorod State Art Museum

In this painting, you can (almost) ‘hear’ a famous song about the Volga!

Autumn comes to the Far East (VIDEO)

Where the 'Divas' Live (VIDEO)

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Where does the ‘twinge of remorse’ lie?

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6 Polish generals who gave their lives for Russia (PICS)

Ostankino and Kuskovo State Museum-Reserve (Ostankino Estate)

What the ‘Egyptian Pavilion’ at the Ostankino Estate in Moscow looks like

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Learn the Russian letter ‘Б’

Kamchatka freeride community

Ski-tour: freedom step by step (VIDEO)

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What's life like for an American in the Russian Far North?

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10 folk music ensembles of the peoples of Russia (VIDEOS)

Kira Polyudova (Photo: Public Domain)

Overlooked Russian greats: Aivazovsky

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