Introduction
Russia has an incredibly detailed and explosive history. The country as we know it today was formed in 1917, and... Read more
Landmark 1
Situated in the centre of Moscow’s fortified complex is the iconic Kremlin. This famous Asian landmark is home to the... Read more
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In Moscow, the Bolshoi Theatre is a stunning example of Neoclassical architecture featured on the Russian 100-ruble banknote and famed... Read more
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Perhaps one of the most bizarre landmarks in Russia is the Mausoleum that showcases the ex-Soviet leader Lenin’s body. Located... Read more
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First opened in 1928, the park was renamed after famous novelist Maxim Gorky in 1932. Though the park was once... Read more
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The Red Square is the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site that serves as the emblem of the Russian capital. The... Read more
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If you are a fan of a luxury lifestyle, then this is the perfect landmark in Russia for you to... Read more
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Whilst you should take your time on your trip to view as many of Russia’s underground metro station as possible,... Read more
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Despite not being known for its amusement parks, Russia’s new tourist attraction Dream Island is Europe’s largest indoor amusement park.... Read more
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Saint Basil's Cathedral is a famous European landmark and a distinctive cathedral with colourful roofs that can be found in... Read more
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This museum is the second-largest art museum in the world and houses several important cultural items from Russian history, as... Read more
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The Peterhof Palace is a magnificent palace and museum in Saint Petersburg. Peter the Great built it in an attempt... Read more
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This is an incredible and striking Rococo palace named after the wife of Peter the Great. The outside is decorated... Read more
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This citadel was ordered to be built by Peter the Great in 1703, and it has since been used as... Read more
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This church is similar in its style to that of St Basil's Cathedral, with colourful domes in an array of... Read more
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The Mariinsky Theatre is the most iconic opera and ballet theatre in St Petersburg. It was first opened in 1860... Read more
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The Aurora is a unique museum experience set inside a previously used battleship in the Russo-Japanese War that took place... Read more
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The importance of this church is seen throughout the whole of Russia; it stands where the last tsar of Russia,... Read more
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Kivach Falls is one of the most famous natural landmarks in Russia. This cascading waterfall is over 10m high and... Read more
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Whilst Irkutsk is not many tourists first choice when visiting Russia, it boasts beautiful buildings, such as the Epiphany Cathedral.... Read more
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Another modern monument in Russia that allows you to go off-the-beaten-track is the Golden Bridge in Vladivostok. Loosely based on... Read more
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Kaliningrad is a strange landmark that is so unique it is a must-visit during a trip across Russia. It is... Read more
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Mount Akhun is a beautiful stand-alone mountain and a famous landmark in Russia that you should consider adding to your... Read more
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Stalin's Dacha in Sochi is just one of the official residences that the previous Soviet leader used to frequent during... Read more
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Named after famous scholar Kul Sharif, this Mosque is the biggest in Russia. The building was originally destroyed in 1552... Read more
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Reminiscent of Italy's Leaning Tower of Piza is the Suyumbike Tower in Kazan. This famous monument in Russia was constructed... Read more
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Russky Island is one of the largest islands off the coast of Russia and is a natural landmark not to... Read more
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Taganay National Park is another stunning wildlife reserve in Russia that provides the perfect escape from busy cities. Hiking here... Read more
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The Golden Mountains of Altai is the collective name for the UNESCO heritage site that spans Russia and Mongolia. The... Read more
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Lake Baikal is a stunning freshwater lake in the Southern Siberian area. The view of this lake stretches for miles... Read more
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Kizhi Island is a UNESCO heritage site situated on Lake Onega, close to the Finnish border. The island has two... Read more
Conclusion
Russia is an exciting country with a diverse range of famous landmarks that will leave you eager to return for... Read more