From diving in sub-zero waters, to venturing across endless plains in the Southern Urals, to traversing the highest peak in Europe – the biggest country in the world is not just for sightseeing. Come and witness the thrills for yourself.

It’s the biggest country in the world. It has 147 million people, Red Square, Lenin and Lake Baikal. It sent the first man to space, has a huge amount of crude oil and Vladimir Putin. This is what most of the world thinks about when it thinks about Russia. But there are many more incredible things you’ll discover if you come to visit.

With the help of Russia Beyond’s quiz, you can find out which Russian ruler best fits your character. Let’s go!

Russian Oscar committee decided to suggest this movie for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

A remarkable example of Russia’s religious and architectural heritage.