February 7, 2012

Shapka – Ushanka

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by Igor One could hardly exaggerate the meaning of "shapka-ushanka" in the life of any Russian man. The popularity of this head accessory had been fantastic since the World war II up to the dawn of the Soviet Union in the beginning of 90ies. (Photo Credit: Magelet/Flickr) With the opening of … [Read more...]

My Favorite Russian Food

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By: John Kunkle As Lynn Visson's "Wedded Strangers" states: "If you have been lucky enough to be invited to a Russian household, you will experience the famous Russian hospitality. The feast is kind of a war between host and guests. There has to be at least six appetizers including salads, … [Read more...]

Priorities of Russian Women

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By Michael Belch The world has gone under a dramatic change regarding the equality of men and women starting from the beginning of our existence. This situation is clearly traced in Russia. But still it is not that easy for women to get a job they desire and have a salary equal to that of men in … [Read more...]

Dacha – Home Away From Home

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Russian dacha isn't something you'll find elsewhere.  This home away from home is a unique phenomenon in the life of every Russian, a vacation retreat and a Russian lifestyle way to live closer to nature. The dacha is also not a sign of wealth, as every second urban Russian family owns it, no … [Read more...]

Those Strange Russians

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By: Maria Moshkina Russian soul is a mystery for other cultures. Our people are hardworking, patient, never loosing hope for better life. Russians are talented nation. Russia gave world beautiful names of Pushkin and Lermontov, Chaikovsky and Repin, thousands of names of world famous poets, … [Read more...]