For the visitor to Russia, traveling is becoming easier and more rewarding every day. That said, it is not yet as easy as it is in other countries with a longer history of tourism. In Russia, except for the major cultural centers, English is not widely understood, and though amazingly warm and generous, people are not service oriented.

The country’s rich culture and passionate history is evident everywhere -- in golden-domed churches, in stunning art never seen in the West, in ancient villages with carved wooden houses. Even though the burden of recent times has left its mark, to travel Russia today is to step into a time machine and view a thousand years of history, drama and achievement unfold before your eyes. The events of the past are alive and vibrant in the culture around you.

Although the Russian mystique has long held a fascination for many, many more are beginning to discover this land of Tsars, Commi-Tsars and Novi-Tsars as a fascinating travel destination. They are finding that the quiet beauty of the forests and unfenced country side, the majestic lakes and fantastic rivers offer the possibility of enjoying nature while being continuously surprised by some architectural jewel from Russia's spiritual heritage or mighty fortress from Russia's troublesome past.
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