Although Russian-American relations in general have seen huge degradation during the past years which was not initiated by Russia, with our bilateral contacts shut down by the U.S. side in many areas, culture remains one of the few spheres where constructive cooperation is still possible.

State and Society. The Russian Heritage. Russia has a history of power centrally concentrated in the economy, culture, education, …

Russian organized crime or Russian mafia (Russian: рoссийская мафия, translit. rossiyskaya mafiya, Russian: русская мафия, translit. russkaya mafiya), sometimes referred to as Bratva (Russian: братва: “manhood”), is a collective of various organized crime elements originating in the former Soviet Union.

Russian cities and regions (oblasts, republics) travel guide with maps, photos and pictures. Articles about various aspects of Russian life, map of Russia, latest news, Russian …

Essential information about Russia, its culture, customs, traditions, holidays and daily life; practical advices for visitors and links to useful Russian web sites.

A guide to the rich traditions and cultural events exclusive to the Russian experience, as well as some interesting facts and advice that will make the acculturation process easier.

Russian culture has a long history. Russia claimed a long tradition of dividend in many aspects of the arts, especially when it comes to literature, philosophy, classical music, ballet, architecture, painting, cinema, animation and politics, which all had considerable influence on world culture.

Learning about the Russian culture is an excellent way to improve your Russian and understand Russian-speaking people. Learn about many aspects of the Russian …

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Learn Russian with free lessons on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Includes verb conjugations, dictionary, alphabet, online …