Patmos is a Greek island famous for being a Christian pilgrimage site where John of Patmos (St. John the Theologian) is said to have written the Book of Revelations. However, there is a second ‘Patmos’ island - in the Altai mountains in Siberia. So, what’s the connection, if any, between them?

Overall, five Russian women have been to space in over half a century. Is it true that they are just not keen to fly to space?

According to legend, neither tsars nor monks could resist this enticing soup. True or not, the soup itself is nutritious and delicious.

Fog turns any city into a mysterious place, especially in the fall. Take a look at how Russian cities and nature look covered with these thick mists.

Strong visuals are half of any show’s success. Russia has its own headliners in that field. They’re popular in Western show business, where they are creating epic shows for millions of dollars.