Russia

As a country with a longstanding tradition in the art of strategy and combat, the history of Russia has inspired many tales of war and consequently Russian war movies. Myths and legends of mighty characters have been written in ink, drawn in pencil, or shot in a film. War is a thoroughly tragic thing that, …

Moscow has a lot to offer for both national and international filmmakers. The city is known for its architectural treasures, and for being a capital of art. It is also well known for its historical heritage and vibrant urban society. So it will come as no surprise that there are so many wonderful movies set …

Russia is rich in both history and culture. You might be planning a trip there, or maybe you are just interested to learn something about the Russian culture or want to look at some beautiful Russian landscapes. With this list of ten movies set and filmed in the home of Vodka, we got you covered. …

So you’re wondering how to get from Kazan to Bolgar?  I guess you want to see the ancient Bolgar Hill Fort perched on the shores of the Volga River, south of the capital of Tatarstan, Kazan. Dating back to the 7th century AD, and later becoming the first capital of the Golden Horde in the 13th …

Russia is one of the world’s most captivating travel destinations, a juxtapositioned jumble of medieval, Soviet, and modern treats from the history-soaked streets of Moscow and vast expanses of Siberia to the fairytale-esque St. Petersburg and the far-flung Vladivostok. There is so much to see here, but discovering the most famous landmarks in Russia is …

If you’re in Moscow and looking for somewhere a bit different to spend the day, escape the crowds or just venture from the city centre then the Russian Central Air Force Museum at Monino is definitely worth a trip. Or perhaps you’re more like me, somewhat of an aviation fanatic, where the opportunity to see …