Forest Terem
The story of the terem in Astashovo is about the restoration of a unique monument of Russian architecture, which transformed from ruins into the only forest museum-hotel in Russia.
The terem in the village of Astashovo …
Church of the Resurrection of Christ (Rabat)
After the end of the Civil War, hundreds of thousands of Russians scattered across the world. Our compatriots settled in South and North America, China, Australia, European countries, and even Africa. In Morocco, known t…
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Cossack Cemetery in Lienz
The handing over of Cossacks in Lienz was a forced transfer by the British and Americans to the Soviet Union of 45,000 to 60,000 Cossacks who fought on the side of Germany during World War II. They mainly belonged to the…
Church of the Ascension of the Lord in Unalaska
Unalaska Island is known for its harsh climate, making it one of the most extreme places on Earth. In the late 18th century, the Aleutian archipelago became part of the Russian Empire, and many locals still carry Russian…
Hillwood Museum
Hillwood Museum, located in Washington, D.C., is renowned for having one of the finest collections of Russian art in the West. The collection was assembled by wealthy American heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post. From 193…
Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
In the ancient town of Zvenigorod, located near Moscow, one can find numerous monuments, each holding centuries of history. In the former Zvenigorod Kremlin, now known as Gorodok, stands the oldest church in the Moscow r…
Alexander Nevsky Church in Bizerte
Bizerte, the largest port in Tunisia, is known as the last refuge for dozens of ships that left Crimea with Wrangel's army. In the early years after their arrival, many emigrants continued to live on the ships. Some died…
Russian Steamboat Fleet on the Aral Sea
When talking about the Russian navy, people usually recall bases in the Black and Baltic Seas, the Pacific Ocean, and some mention the Caspian. However, at one time, Russia also had a base on the Aral Sea. It initially b…
Siberian Gold Rush
Legends and stories about the Gold Rush are mainly known to us thanks to the works of Jack London. This expression is most often associated with the Klondike or California. However, the Russian Empire also had its own Go…
The Titanic Crash Site
On April 10, 1912, the steamship "Titanic" set sail on its first and last voyage from the port of Southampton, giving a long whistle. On board were representatives of various nations, including Russians, who were sailing…
