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What to do and see in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Siberian District: The Best Bowling Alleys

Krasnoyarsk Krai (Russian: Красноя́рский край, tr. Krasnoyarsky kray, IPA: [krəsnɐˈjarskʲɪj ˈkraj]) is a federal subject of Russia (a krai), with its administrative center in the city of Krasnoyarsk—the third-largest city in Siberia (after Novosibirsk and Omsk). Comprising half of the Siberian Federal District, Krasnoyarsk Krai is the largest krai in the Russian Federation, the second largest federal subject (after the Sakha Republic) and the third largest subnational governing body by area in the world, after the Sakha Republic and the Australian state of Western Australia. The krai covers an area of 2,339,700 square kilometers (903,400 sq mi), which is nearly one quarter the size of the entire country of Canada (the next-largest country in the world after Russia), constituting roughly 13% of the Russian Federation's total area and containing a population of 2,828,187, or just under 2% of its population. (2010 Census).

Top 10 Free Things to do in Kazan, Volga District

On the banks of the Volga River, Kazan sits austerely, its cityscape a visual confection of architecture that somehow manages to be both playful and severe. No matter your spiritual inclination, you simply must visit the Temple of All Religions, a Technicolor cultural center built by artist Ildar Khanov. Though still a work in progress, the "temple" is a feast for the eyes—and the spirit.

10 Multi-day Tours in Suzdal That You Shouldn't Miss

Historic Suzdal is one of Russia’s oldest settlements, dating back to early the 11th century. It’s a serene and charming place, offering a latticework of unpaved paths that wind by churches with candy-colored domes, rustic wooden structures and cinematic meadows. Sip some local medovukha honey cider for a true taste of the region.

The 10 Best Historic Sites in Arkhangelsk, Northwestern District

Arkhangelsk (Russian: Арха́нгельск, IPA: [ɐrˈxanɡʲɪlʲsk]), also known in English as Archangel and Archangelsk, is a city and the administrative center of Arkhangelsk Oblast, in the north of European Russia. It lies on both banks of the Northern Dvina River near its exit into the White Sea. The city spreads for over 40 kilometers (25 mi) along the banks of the river and numerous islands of its delta. Arkhangelsk was the chief seaport of medieval and early modern Russia until 1703. A 1,133-kilometer-long (704 mi) railway runs from Arkhangelsk to Moscow via Vologda and Yaroslavl, and air travel is served by the Talagi Airport and a smaller Vaskovo Airport. As of the 2010 Census, the city's population was 348,783, down from 356,051 recorded in the 2002 Census, and further down from 415,921 recorded in the 1989 Census.

The 6 Best Golf Courses in Northwestern District, Russia

Discover the best top things to do in Northwestern District, Russia including Peterhof Golf Club, Art-Travel DMC Russia, UPWAY TRAVEL, Rusturizm, Strawberry Fields Golf Club, Golf Centre Krestovskiy.

What to do and see in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Far Eastern District: The Best Fun Activities & Games

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk (Russian: Ю́жно-Сахали́нск, literally "Southern Sakhalin") is a city in Sakhalin island, and the administrative center of Sakhalin Oblast, Russia. It was called Vladimirovka (Влади́мировка) from 1882 to 1905, then Toyohara (Japanese: 豊原市, Hepburn: Toyohara-shi)) from 1905 to 1946. Population: 181,728 (2010 Census); 175,085 (2002 Census); 159,299 (1989 Census).

What to do and see in Olkhon Island, Siberian District: The Best Nature & Parks

Discover the best top things to do in Olkhon Island, Russia including Cape Burkhan/Shamanka Rock, Cape Kharantsy, Lake Nuku-Nur, Khadarta Cape, Oltrek Island, Razvaliny Zamka Cliffs.

Top 10 Historic Sites in Suzdalsky District, Central Russia

Discover the best top things to do in Suzdalsky District, Russia including Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, Church of Saints Boris and Gleb in Kideksha, Church of the Nativity of St John the Baptist and Church of the Epiphany (Bogoyavlenskaya tserkov), Church of Archangel Michael, Church of Saints Boris and Gleb ( Borisoglebskaya tserkov), Saint Antipius and Saint Lazarus churches, Tsar Constantine Church, The Church of the Resurrection of Christ and The Kazan Church, Our Lady of Smolensk Church (Smolenskaya tserkov) and Simeonovskaya Church.

Top 10 Nightlife in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Siberian District

Krasnoyarsk Krai (Russian: Красноя́рский край, tr. Krasnoyarsky kray, IPA: [krəsnɐˈjarskʲɪj ˈkraj]) is a federal subject of Russia (a krai), with its administrative center in the city of Krasnoyarsk—the third-largest city in Siberia (after Novosibirsk and Omsk). Comprising half of the Siberian Federal District, Krasnoyarsk Krai is the largest krai in the Russian Federation, the second largest federal subject (after the Sakha Republic) and the third largest subnational governing body by area in the world, after the Sakha Republic and the Australian state of Western Australia. The krai covers an area of 2,339,700 square kilometers (903,400 sq mi), which is nearly one quarter the size of the entire country of Canada (the next-largest country in the world after Russia), constituting roughly 13% of the Russian Federation's total area and containing a population of 2,828,187, or just under 2% of its population. (2010 Census).

What to do and see in Stavropol, North Caucasian District: The Best Sights & Landmarks

Stavropol (Russian: Ставрополь, IPA: [ˈstavrəpəlʲ]) is a city and the administrative center of Stavropol Krai, Russia. As of the 2010 Census, its population was 398,539.

Top 10 Health/Fitness Clubs & Gyms in Moscow, Central Russia

The political, scientific, historical, architectural and business center of Russia, Moscow displays the country's contrasts at their most extreme. The ancient and modern are juxtaposed side by side in this city of 10 million. Catch a metro from one of the ornate stations to see Red Square, the Kremlin, the nine domes of St. Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum, the KGB Museum and other symbols of Moscow's great and terrible past, then lighten up and shop Boulevard Ring or people watch in Pushkin Square.

The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Ryazan, Central Russia

Ryazan (Russian: Рязань, IPA: [rʲɪˈzanʲ] ( listen)) is a city and the administrative center of Ryazan Oblast, Russia, located on the Oka River 196 kilometers (122 mi) southeast of Moscow. Population: 524,927 (2010 Census); 521,560 (2002 Census); 514,638 (1989 Census).

Things to do in Nizhny Tagil, Urals District: The Best Performances

Nizhny Tagil (Russian: Нижний Тагил, IPA: [ˈnʲiʐnʲɪj tɐˈgʲil]) is a city in Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, located 25 kilometers (16 mi) east of the virtual border between Europe and Asia. Population: 361,811 (2010 Census); 390,498 (2002 Census); 439,521 (1989 Census).

What to do and see in Vologda Oblast, Northwestern District: The Best Nightlife

Vologda Oblast (Russian: Вологодская область, tr. Vologodskaya oblast, IPA: [vəlɐˈɡotskəjə ˈobləsʲtʲ]) is a federal subject of Russia (an oblast). Its administrative center is Vologda. Population: 1,202,444 (2010 Census). The largest city is Cherepovets, the home of the Severstal metallurgical plant, the largest industrial enterprise in the oblast.

What to do and see in Otradnoe, Central Russia: The Best Fun Activities & Games

The political, scientific, historical, architectural and business center of Russia, Moscow displays the country's contrasts at their most extreme. The ancient and modern are juxtaposed side by side in this city of 10 million. Catch a metro from one of the ornate stations to see Red Square, the Kremlin, the nine domes of St. Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum, the KGB Museum and other symbols of Moscow's great and terrible past, then lighten up and shop Boulevard Ring or people watch in Pushkin Square.

What to do and see in Novorossiysk, Southern District: The Best Free Things to do

Novorossiysk (Russian: Новоросси́йск, IPA: [nəvərɐˈsʲijsk]) is a city in Krasnodar Krai, Russia. It is the country's main port on the Black Sea and the leading Russian port for exporting grain. It is one of the few cities honored with the title of the Hero City. Population: 241,952 (2010 Census); 232,079 (2002 Census); 185,938 (1989 Census).

The 9 Best Churches & Cathedrals in Chelyabinsk, Urals District

Chelyabinsk (Russian: Челя́бинск, IPA: [tɕɪˈlʲæbʲɪnsk] ( listen)) is a city and the administrative center of Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia, located in the northeast of the oblast, 210 kilometers (130 mi) south of Yekaterinburg, just to the east of the Ural Mountains, on the Miass River, on the border of Europe and Asia. Population: 1,130,132 (2010 Census); 1,077,174 (2002 Census); 1,141,777 (1989 Census).

The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Middle Volga, Volga District

Discover the best top things to do in Middle Volga, Russia including Private Cycling Tour of Kazan, Amazing Private trip to Ivan Terrible’s fortress - “island-city” of Sviyazhsk, "Treasures of Kazan" Private Walking Tour, Walk around Kazan by Night with a Guide, Transsiberian Grand Budget Journey (Eastbound), Transsiberian Grand Budget Journey (Westbound), Romantic tour in Kazan, Romantic tour in Kazan, Romantic tour in Samara, The best of Samara walking tour.

Things to do in Central Russia, Russia: The Best Multi-day Tours

Discover the best top things to do in Central Russia, Russia including St Petersburg and Moscow 6-Day Grand Tour, All Moscow in 4 days, Moscow 4 day pack, 3 Day Private Tour in Moscow with a Local Guide, Moscow Ultimate 3-Day Tour, 4 Days 3 Nights Moscow Travel Package, 5-Day Private Tour of Moscow and St Petersburg - Highlights of Russia, Private Shore Excursion in St Petersburg with short-Trip to Moscow (2 days), Vladimir and Suzdal Private Tour (2 days), 3 days trip in the Golden Ring by car including Suzdal, Rostov & Sergiev Posad.

Things to do in Samara, Volga District: The Best Spas & Wellness

Samara is a transportation and industrial hub, as well as home to one of Russia's top engineering institutions, Samara State Aerospace University, which has helped to pioneer Russia's innovative space program. Visitors can sample some of Samara's most important products: vodka, chocolate and beer. Tour a Russian brewery before taking in a show at one of Samara's many theaters and concert halls, or beef up your knowledge of Russian history with a trip to Stalin's Bunker or the Lenin House Museum. Don't miss the sunset on the beaches along the banks of the Volga.