Hip Guide to Russia

Russia is the largest country in the world with one eighth of the world's inhabited land mass. It is the eighth most populated country on Earth. The largest producer of natural gas, Russia has the world's largest mineral reserves and most time zones of any country (eight). From the warm sub-tropical Black Sea coast, the country's ski resorts of the Northern Caucasus, the fabled Lake Baikal (the Blue Eye of Siberia), and on to the volcanoes and geysers of Kamchatka, travelers to Russia will be astounded and amazed by the natural beauty of this vast land. For a taste of Russian culture a visit to St. Petersburg will delight you with its many canals, bridges and the famous Hermitage museum.

Whether you come for a quick visit or extended tour, you will find a wealth of information about destinations here. The Hip Guide to Russia offers the highlights of the country, and contains many tips for making your stay here more rewarding.

The Hip Guide to Russia is your source for hotel reservations, tourist information, events, reviews, shopping and much more. Don't forget to visit our Russia Photo Gallery! Bookmark this site, and visit whenever you need to find out what's happening in Russia.

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