About Russia

Get a proper introduction to Russia’s culture by learning about its people, languages, cuisine, and transportation in the articles below.

A guide to Russian cuisine

Russian cuisine is known for its diversity and heavy dishes, as well as for its special traditions and festive cooking, and of course, Russia’s famous vodkas.

The Russian language

We take a look at the Russian language, from its origins in medieval Eastern Europe to its fascinating grammatical structure.

Russian public holidays: important dates in 2022 and 2023

Living in Russia? Here’s a list of all the Russian public holidays you need to know in 2022 and 2023, as well as other important dates.

What’s it like for expats in Russia?

Once you’ve settled in, it’s time to branch out in your new surroundings. Here’s ten tips to enrich the experience for expats in Russia.

30 surprising facts about Russia

There’s more to Russia than nesting dolls and vodka. Impress your friends with this collection of little-known facts about Russia.

Russian emergency numbers and helplines

Need to call for the police or an ambulance? Consult this comprehensive list of Russian emergency numbers to call just in case.

The cost of living in Russia

Find out about the cost of living in Russia, including the price of Russian real estate, grocery prices and more.