Russia is by far the largest country in the world, covering more than an eighth of the Earth's land area and spans 11 time zones. This means extremes range from the frosts of the Siberian north to the heat of the European south. Siberian summers are surprisingly warm; it's the winters that make regions distinct. So while daytime summer temperatures over the nation may only vary from 20 to 30°C, in winter it is more like 10 to -50°C.
This is a land of snow and deadly winters, but also of rivers that meander across meadows and a midsummer sun that never sets. Its people, in the words of a Russian proverb, 'love to suffer', yet they also love to party and can be disarmingly generous and hospitable.
You can plan a day of fun and adventure by exploring Russia's landscape through some of the most beautiful waterways to be found in this country on a river rafting tour. If you are amongst the ones who prefer the wildlife tours, then why not go on a exciting jeep tour to the Republic of Sakha in Yakutia, which has a high population of Brown Bears. When visiting in winter, Russia is covered in snow and the lakes are covered with a dense layer of ice, these conditions are very favorable for those who enjoy winter adventures such as skiing, snowboarding, ice-diving and ice-skating.
If its history that excites you, Russia offers a good measure of this too. Moscow and St. Petersburg have an abundance of museums, art galleries and guided tours through the older sections of the cities. Historical tours feature monuments, old Russian architecture and many more hidden gems. Take time out to visit the Kremlin, and the Hermitage - two of Russias most famous sights.
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The Silver Age bed and breakfast mini-hotel, located amidst the energy and excitement of the real St Petersburg, offers comfortable, value-for money accommodation
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