Russian Federation

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Russian Federation
11 interesting facts

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IT’S HUGE
Russia is the largest country in the world by territory, stretching over 17.1 million square
kilometers.

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Lake Kingdom
There are 23 million lakes in Russia, they occupy approximately 6% of the country's area. The
deepest and largest lake in Russia is Baikal, containing about 20% of the world's fresh water
reserves.

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Why it’s so long
The longest railway route in the world, the Trans-Siberian Railway, stretches 9,288 kilometers and
connects Moscow with Vladivostok.

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Big boy
The Russian bear is the largest bear in the world. It can reach a weight of up to 600 kg and is a
symbol of strength and power in Russian culture.

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Do you like to read?
The Russian Library in St. Petersburg is one of the largest in the world, containing more than 36
million books, including rare and valuable publications.

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Thank god it’s not 9000
The area of the main Moscow metro exceeds 200 km, and includes 224 stations - this is the third
largest metro in the world.

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Learn Russian
Russian is the fourth most spoken language in the world after Chinese, Spanish and English.
Knowledge of the Russian language provides access to rich history, culture and literature.

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There is something to see
Russia is home to some of the most iconic architectural landmarks in the world, including the Red
Square and the Kreml in Moscow, and the Winter Palace and Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg.
These historic sites showcase the country's rich cultural heritage and grandeur.

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It burns
Russia is home to the world's largest active volcano, Klyuchevskaya Sopka, located on the
Kamchatka Peninsula in the Far East. Standing at around 4,750 meters, it is not only the highest
peak in Kamchatka but also the highest volcano in Eurasia.

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Multicultural country
Russia has a remarkable diversity of ethnic groups, with over 190 recognized nationalities and
ethnic groups. This diversity contributes to the rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions
found throughout the country.

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Rich culture
The Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg is one of the largest and oldest museums in the world. Its
collection includes over 3 million items, including the largest collection of paintings in the world.
The museum complex consists of six historic buildings, the main one being the Winter Palace, which
was the official residence of the Russian emperors.