4 social media accounts recommended by ‘Gateway to Russia’

Gateway to Russia (Photo: Russian Classes; TimKirbysTravel; Think Slavic)
Gateway to Russia (Photo: Russian Classes; TimKirbysTravel; Think Slavic)
Looking for tips on how to better learn Russian, fun short videos about Soviet history or beautiful travel episodes across Russia? These bloggers have you covered – and much more!

1. The one about Russian language

@russian.classes8

Whether you’re just  starting your Russian-language journey or already speak fluently, Tanya’s channel will definitely keep you entertained. She is a Russian language instructor who explores exciting and humorous aspects of both the language and Russian culture. Expect grammar tips, new vocabulary, and lots of fun! 

tiktok.com/@russian.classes8

2. The one about Russian wanderlust

Host Tim Kirby describes himself as ‘the most Russian American’. He’s traveled to the Arctic, Siberia, Sakhalin, and even reached Russia’s desert! Tim continues to showcase Russia’s incredible diversity, shares insights about his own life here, and interviews other foreigners who explain why they chose Russia as their home.

youtube.com/@TimKirbysTravel

3. The one about crazy Russian videos

Beautiful girls, traditional folk dances, stunning architecture, breathtaking landscapes, fashion, and much more—this account curates top videos from bloggers across Russia and shares them with audiences worldwide. 

facebook.com/Official.Future.Russia/*

4. The one about Russian history

@think.slavic

Ever wondered what really happened in Chernobyl, what Stalin's bunker was like inside or what the wildest examples of Soviet architecture looked like? This channel will give you fascinating history lessons – all in under one minute!

tiktok.com/@think.slavic

 

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