If the world were a classroom, Russia would be the boy who sits alone in the cafeteria doing his own thing and is unfazed by what everyone thinks about him. To the West, Russia will always be an enigma. They’re boggled by Russia’s brazenness and its refusal to conform to the status quo. But to understand this country’s unique personality, you must first understand its geography, history, and the strategies that helped Russia survive multiple invasions by the Mongols, Swedish, Teutonic Knights, Polish, Germans, Persians, and Ottomans. Learn how Russia’s transcontinental location has helped shape its culture, history, and relationship with Europe. If you’d like to explore the Land of the Superlatives, check out our comprehensive Russia tour packages.

Russia is the largest country in the world by area, covering more than 17 million square kilometres. It has vast natural and protected areas and modern cities. This includes the 64 national parks that Russia is home to, all of which you can discover through our eclectic Russia tour packages. Let’s discuss Russia’s history, culture, cuisine, shopping scene, and tourist attractions to discover why the country needs to be added to your list of destinations.