Tronin Estate, the Beauty of the Urals!
It is believed that the best architectural masterpieces are mainly found in large cities, but this is not always the case. Small towns can also surprise tourists. Today we will head to Kamensk-Uralsky in the Sverdlovsk r…
The Best Plywood in the Russian Empire Was Made in Vladivostok
Today, the Russian market is saturated with a variety of Chinese goods, including plywood, although our country has enough of its own forests. However, this was not always the case. In the early 20th century, the best pl…
Siberia Through Anton Chekhov's Eyes
A journey through Siberia still leaves a multitude of impressions today, and in the 19th century, these lands were even more astonishing. In his time, they amazed the writer Anton Chekhov. In 1890, he set off for Sakhali…
Toll's Northern Expedition: What Happened?
The exploration of the Arctic by the Russians took place under extremely harsh conditions. In attempts to explore uncharted territories and map new lands, many polar explorers went missing. Nevertheless, our researchers …
Leningrad Zoo: 150 Years of Survival
The Leningrad Zoo in St. Petersburg, which is over 150 years old, has survived many trials: from prosperity to decline, war, and constant lack of funds for reconstruction. Despite this, preserving its historical layout, …
The Khovanov House: A Brick Marvel of Chelyabinsk
The house at 25 Vasenko Street in Chelyabinsk still impresses with its magnificent architecture. At first glance, this early 20th-century palace could belong to a wealthy merchant or nobleman, but in fact, its owner was …
The Berezovsky Mammoth: Discovery History
In August 1900, hunter Semyon Tarabikin went hunting along the Berezovka River in Yakutia. Failures in finding game led him to venture east, where he accidentally discovered the remains of a huge animal. It turned out to…
The Ancient Lopukhin Garden and Its History
Saint Petersburg, the former imperial capital, is today recognized as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It has preserved its historical grandeur and stands out with numerous pre-revolutionary landmarks. One suc…
Sergeevskaya Almshouse of Bezhetsk
In the Tver region lies the small ancient town of Bezhetsk, known primarily for being home to the Gumilevs. However, besides this famous family, the town has preserved other pre-revolutionary landmarks, such as the Serge…
The Last Emperor's Car Garage
At the beginning of the last century, Russia experienced rapid technological progress, and during this time, the famous Russobalt cars began to be produced. Emperor Nicholas II actively supported the development of scien…
