The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Even without the art, it was the finest palace we went into.

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European Russia or Trans-Siberian Adventure Part 1

September 29th 2019
Unlike my usual meandering drivel, in case anyone has stumbled onto this blog seeking guidance on taking the Trans-Siberian Railway, I will actually provide some. This relates to our trip which we took throughout July 2019. Later on I'll share a few comments on where we stopped. • It was a lot easier and cheaper to organise than we expected. We spent a few hours one night while sti ... read more

Europe » Russia » Centre

Founded in the 12th century, the Principality of Muscovy, was able to emerge from over 200 years of Mongol domination (13th-15th centuries) and to gradually conquer and absorb surrounding principalities. In the early 17th century, a new Romanov Dynas... ... read more

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