Russia Beyond

Which ‘very Russian’ toponyms can you find on the map of the world?

Some Russian toponyms have namesakes all over the world.
Travel
Who is Nikita Efremov - the Russian actor in ‘Tetris’? (PHOTOS)

Nikita Efremov comes from a famed acting dynasty. However, his life and career, at one point, took a turn for the worse, while his father is currently doing time in a Russian prison. Read about the Russian actor in Jon S. Baird’s new movie.
Culture
18 Soviet interiors depicted in Russian paintings (PICS)

A lot of residents of today’s Russia spent their childhood and youth in typical Soviet apartments, amid their ornamented carpets, chests of drawers and dusty entresols. We’ve come up with a selection of pictures that evoke a pang of nostalgia, even with a cursory glance at them.
Culture
Russia has the most cats in Europe

Find out how Russia ranks in the global list of countries by population of domestic cats!
Lifestyle
How to bake the multi-layered wedding Tatar pie ‘Gubadiya’ (RECIPE)

Whether you're looking to explore new culinary horizons or discover a recipe for traditional wedding pie, ‘gubadiya’ is the perfect choice.
Russian Kitchen