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leo asks: Looking for a city that has the letters "gtarlnisad" and nothing else. Are there any cities that follow these letters? They're not in order they are a scrambled form of said city.
Expert's answer:
The name of this city is Stalingrad (today's Volgograd).
JSa asks: Did Russia "lockdown" during covid and are there any covid protocols still ongoing for tourists? Must proof of vaccination be presented? Can foreign nationals apply for asylum in Russia?
Expert's answer:
All Covid restrictions have been lifted; foreigners don't need any vaccination certificates, tests, etc. to enter Russia. Check the following article about Granting asylum in Russia.
Victoria asks: I was adopted from Russia in 2009. The orphanage I was in was called DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL PROTECTION OF THE POPULATION OF THE IVANOVO REGION REGIONAL STATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION FOR ORPHANS AND CHILDREN. LEFT WITHOUT PARENTAL CARE "IVANOVSKY CHILDREN 'S HOUSE, 5", Ivanovo, st. Zhugin. I've tried to search it and nothing comes up I would really like to know where it is. Thanks
Expert's answer:
Today, it is known as Ivanovo Orphanage "Rodnichok", here is their official page with some info and contacts (auto-translated version of the page).
Muhilan asks: Where is the town of Pavlova Posad?
Expert's answer:
You probably mean the town of Pavlovsky Posad located near Moscow.
Sam asks: I am going to Sakhalin for 10 days to see my daughter and wife. Is 1000 US$ enough to spend a very good time with them?
Expert's answer:
This amount is slightly higher than the average monthly income of a Sakhalin resident, especially considering the strong weakening of the ruble in recent days. So it should be enough. I think you'd better take cash as there is no certainty that your Visa/MasterCard will work in Russia considering the imposed sanctions.
Randy asks: I have 113,500.00 in 1993 Russian Bank notes. Are they exchangeable or worth anything?
Expert's answer:
These banknotes are no longer in circulation and can't be exchanged. The collectible value of them is low too. You can check the prices on Ebay. So you can just keep them as nice souvenirs.
Terry asks: How well could I live in Russia for $5,000 Australian dollars per month?
Expert's answer:
As of February 2022, 5,000 Australian dollars is about 270 thousand Russian rubles. Most of the working people in Russia earn in the range of about 20-40 thousand rubles a month, in Moscow - about 50-70 thousand Rubles. So this income will be quite comfortable for living anywhere in Russia, although in Moscow you will have to pay much more for renting an apartment (the price for a 1-room apartment in the central part of the city starts at about 50 thousand rubles per month). Check Cost of Living in Moscow to get more info.
Logan asks: I am rewriting a Slavic legend currently and I was wondering what original Russian Rubles are worth today?
Expert's answer:
Check the following article: What could be bought for the ruble in different eras.
JC asks: I live in the USA and want to send someone a food delivery from a restaurant in Barnaul (like pizza, rolls, seafood, etc.) How can I pay for such a service as this?
Expert's answer:
If you have a Visa/Mastercard card, you can try to pay for the order using it.
Gigi asks: I have 5 and 10 Ruble notes from 1961. Are they worth anything?
Expert's answer:
The average collectible value of these banknotes is about 2-3 USD, so you can just keep them as nice souvenirs.
Paul asks: Is 50,000 rubles a good Christmas gift and what could you buy
Expert's answer:
Yes, this is a relatively large amount for the average Russian citizen, exceeding the monthly income in most cases (November, 2021). However, be careful and do not send any such gifts until you are absolutely sure that this is a real person (this requires a real meeting or at least numerous online talks with a webcam turned on).
Bob asks: Hi, is the Island of Sakhalin part of Russia or Sakha (since it's called Sakha-lin, or belonging to the ancient Sakha settlers)? Thanks!
Expert's answer:
The name "Sakhalin" comes from the Manchu name of the Amur River - "Sakhalyan-Ulla", which means "Rocks of the Black River". This name, printed on the map, was mistakenly attributed to the Island of Sakhalin located nearby, and in further editions of maps it was printed as the name of this island. So there is no direct connection with the Sakha people.
Valentina asks: I'm from orphanage no. 5, it is closed now, how can I contact anyone who used to work there for at least the director.
Expert's answer:
You can try to contact the the orphanage #1 of Birobidzhan, they probably should have some info that may be helpful.
Dahlia asks: How is lubim used in a sentence? I know how to use (lyiboy) but not lubim.
Expert's answer:

"Lyuboy" (any) is a nominative case, "lyubym" is an instrumental case. For example, "My budem dovol''ny lyubym iskhodom gonki" (We will be happy with any outcome of the race). Compare this to: "Lyuboy iskhod gonki nas ustroit" (Any outcome of the race will suit us).

At first, I thought that the question was about the Russian word for love, so I'll leave this part anyway. "Lyubim" is the plural form of the verb "lubit'" (to love) used with the word "my" (we). For example, "My lyubim koshek" (We love cats).

Michael asks: I have 50000 roubles dated 1919 with an original bill of sale. Please can you advise worth.
Expert's answer:
Are you sure that this banknote of 50,000 rubles was issued in 1919, since there was no such banknote in circulation. There was a banknote of 50,000 rubles issued in 1921. Its average collectible price is about 20-40 USD.
William asks: I am four years old. Nadymskiy rayon Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug Russia. My school asked me to pick anywhere in the world I picked you. Do you have any reptiles where you live?
Expert's answer:
Only two species of reptiles live in this territory: the common European viper and the grass snake.
Luis asks: Hi, I have a son in russia, i sent between $400-$500 dollars a month, is that money enough for a 10 yrs.old? I also sent clothes and other things, just need to know if it will cover his expenses...thank you!
Expert's answer:
This is more than enough. In Russia, the salary of most people is about 300-400 USD per month.
Sean asks: I have a 50000 rubble banknote from 1921. It was in circulation, had a serial number and is still it good condition. Where can I exchange or sell this banknote?
Expert's answer:
You probably have the following banknote. It has a relatively small collection value, about 1,400 Rubles (20 USD) on average. So you can just keep it as a nice souvenir.
Scott asks: How rich is 7 million rubles a month. Does it make you in top percent?
Expert's answer:
7 million rubles a month is about 110 thousand USD. Most people in Russia earn between 20-40 thousand rubles a month. At the same time, there are about 246,000 dollar millionaires in Russia. So with this level of income, a person is considered rich in Russia and is in the top 1% of the population by income.
Josh asks:

This may be sort of an obscure question, but I am looking to get a tattoo done in Moscow. The type of tattoo I am getting is known as a "blackout" tattoo. I will basically be getting an all black arm with some design, so that's a decent amount of ink with a fair amount of time for labor. (About 3 sessions or so) I was told that pricing would be 72,000 Rubles per session. Does this seem like a fair price?

I realize this is a niche type of tattoo, however, you have stated in other questions that average monthly income is 40,000-60,000. So I'm a little on guard. This would be about $1000 USD which would be average here but I'm not sure how it would translate there.

Expert's answer:
I think you should contact several tattoo parlors and compare the prices. Check this list of Top 10 Moscow Tattoo Parlors with their sites mentioned (the auto-translated version of this page).
Elena asks: I am a citizen of the US. Some of my descendants were Russian Jews (I am not sure how I can prove that) can I buy land there (Jewish Russia)? If so who would I contact?
Expert's answer:
Today, Jewish Autonomous Oblast is just a historical name, there are no special rights for Jews, their share in the total population is less than 1%. So in this region, as a foreigner, you have exactly the same rights to purchase land as in any other region of Russia.
Ruth asks: My grandmother was born in Krasnodar in either 1899 or 1900. How would I obtain her birth certificate?
Expert's answer:
You should try to contact the State Archives of the Krasnodar region, the contact email is gakk@adm.krasnodar.ru You can use Google Translate to automatically translate the site.
Leo and Baby-Joe asks: Who is on the 500 Ruble... Also what/where is the picture on the back of the note.
Expert's answer:
Check the post in our blog devoted to this topic: Russian banknotes and the sights depicted on them.
chris asks: Is there a ladies clothes shop in Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia called "Reserved"
Expert's answer:
Yes, this shop is located in the shopping and entertainment center "Maxi". Its location on Google Maps.
Chip asks: I would like to send mail from the US to an apt. I am not sure of the format. This is all I have: MXXXXXXX, Anna. 4252XX, Russia, Mari El republic, s. Azanovo, street Sovietskaya X,XX.
Expert's answer:
Your address is correct to send anything to Russia. It consists of two parts. To: The full name of the person. Address: postal code, full address.
william asks: I'm looking for Theater street in Ivanovo Russia 153000. Is there such a street?
Expert's answer:
Yes, there is Teatralnaya Street in Ivanovo, you can see on Google Maps. Also, as we receive a lot of similar requests, our advice is not to send any help to a person in Russia before you are absolutely sure that this person is real. Otherwise you are doing it on your risk.
Lana asks: Can you please direct me to photos of Pionerskaya Ulitsa and 25 Sentyabrya (25th of September street) in Smolensk?
Expert's answer:
I haven't found photos of Pionerskaya Street in Smolensk, just this satellite view. You can "walk" 25 Sentyabrya Street yourself here.
Joseph asks: Hi!! Is there a keep luggage service in the train station or another place in Saransk?
Expert's answer:
The railway station in Saransk offers this service. Also I would recommend not to leave any of your documents, tickets, cards, cash in your luggage just in case.
sergio asks: I have 23 ruble bill form 1909, any value.
Expert's answer:
You probably mean a bill of 25 rubles. It does not cost much, in excellent condition - no more than about 20 USD.
John asks: Has the new St. Michael Cathedral in Arkhangelsk been finished and consecrated? Thank you. John
Expert's answer:
Finishing works will continue throughout this winter, the latest photos from the construction site.
dan asks: Where is Sheshurga from Kirov?
Expert's answer:
Sheshurga is a very small village with a population of about 100 people located 250 km south-west of Kirov. Sheshurga on Google Maps.
Peter asks: How do I make a cell phone call to Kungur, Russia? I have tried and seem to be missing a city code or country code. Please let me know what I have to input in my cell phone.
Expert's answer:
If you want to call a landline (probably home) phone, the number will look like this: +7 34271 x xx xx (where x xx xx is a five-digit phone number and +7 34271 - the phone code of Russia plus the phone code of Kungur). If it is about calling a local cell phone, then the owner of it should give you the full eleven-digit number and it is all you need.
Andrew asks: Where is Eletskii in the Republic of Komi. It is a small village.
Expert's answer:
Eletskiy is an urban village with a population of about 700 people located south of Vorkuta. Eletskiy on Google Maps
Arun asks: What is the mode of transport, for example, if my train reaches at 22 hours, how do I reach my hotel?
Expert's answer:
The most reliable and fastest way of transportation at this relatively late time of the day is to go by taxi.
Joe asks: Hi I would like to send a small parcel to a friend in Kirov. Can you tell me the best method so it arrives safely? Does Fedex deliver to Kirov? Thank you for your help. Joe
Expert's answer:
Yes, you can use the services of FedEx to deliver a parcel to Kirov, get a quick rate at their site.
Lois asks: How hard would it be for an American to live in Khanty-Mansiysk? Does anyone speak English?
Expert's answer:
Few locals can speak English and if you don't know Russian, it will not be easy for you. At the same time, you can find plenty of info about Khanty-Mansiysk in English online that definitely makes living in the city without knowledge of Russian language easier.
Summer asks: My dad used to work overseas back in 90s. He has here a 1993 10,000 Russian rubles. Does it still has worth? If there is, could it still be changed here in the Philippines (or in any country)?
Expert's answer:
This banknote is not a valid means of payment and can not be exchanged. At current prices, it is 10 Russian rubles (about 0.2 US dollars). So you can just keep it as a souvenir.
eagle asks: How can I reach the center of Arkhangelsk from the airport Talagi by public means of transport? Thank You
Expert's answer:
According to the site of the airport, there is a regular bus (#12) running from the airport to the Arkhangelsk river station every 8-10 minutes.
Ali asks: How much does real roses cost in Novorossiysk? I want to buy my girlfriend 50 roses or 100 roses when I go there. How much will it be?
Expert's answer:
In Russia people traditionally give bouquets consisting of an odd number of flowers and it is very important, 51 or 101 roses in your case. The cost varies but in general it is about 80-100 USD and 160-200 USD.
bob asks: Can I send letters from the USA to Omsk?
Expert's answer:
Yes, you can easily do it. Just write the correct address on the envelope. For example, it will look something like this: To: Ivanov Ivan Ivanovich Address: 644000 (the main postal code of Omsk), Russia, Omskaya oblast, Omsk, Lenina Street, 1 (the house number), 1 (the apartment number).
waz asks: Hi. I have to visit russia soon. I have a medical illness, the side effect of which is that I have become very Obese in recent years. I am wondering, how will I fare with the seats in railways and restaurant booths, and are disability washrooms available. I have go to Moscow for a week to see my wifes' parents and I am a bit worried about it all. As a westernerI fear I may be a target for being mocked and robbed.
Expert's answer:
Unfortunately, your doubts are not groundless. The level of culture in this respect and the availability of special facilities is quite low in Russia. It would be better if you had a person that could accompany you during your trip (maybe your wife?). Moscow as a huge city is a little more tolerant but has its dangers too.
Zepphoria asks: I have a 50000 Russian note, the date seems to be 2000, down on the right hand corner? in good condition, is it worth anything and is out of circulation?
Expert's answer:
50,000 rubles banknotes were in circulation in Russia from 1995 to 1997. Perhaps you have 50,000 Belorussian rubles that were issued in 2000. The pictures of all 50,000 banknotes. None of them are in circulation now and don't worth much. So you can keep it as a nice souvenir.
John asks: My great-grandfathers naturalization papers list his birthplace as Balanicuta, Russia. I can find nothing, including alternate spellings. Any help you can offer?
Expert's answer:
I haven't found anything about this place. But if you can send me a picture of how it is spelled in Russian then I will try to find it again.
Alan asks: What is the time difference between the UK and Orenburg?
Expert's answer:
The time difference between Orenburg and the UK is 4 hours.
Wilmot asks: Do Russian railways have English speaking ticket staff? Many thanks.
Expert's answer:
I would not count on it. You can find some info about tickets on the official site of Russian Railways.
Rob S asks: What year did Barnaul become sister city to Flagstaff Arizona USA?
Expert's answer:
I haven't found the exact date. Even Jerry Nabours, the current mayor of Flagstaff, in his interview to the family from Barnaul that visited Flagstaff in 2015, said that he thought a lot about this issue, trying to find any information in open sources and archives of Flagstaff, but didn't find, whose initiative it was. Probably it happened in the 1950s-1960s.
Mouusa asks: Is it possible to buy a property in Grozny, for a foreigner.
Expert's answer:
You should get in contact with the real estate agencies in Grozny. The following service can be used to automatically translate the sites.
Mystery asks: Can you tell me exactly how much it would cost to buy a movie ticket is Russia?
Expert's answer:
The price of a movie ticket in Russia starts from about 150 rubles, the average price is about 200-250 rubles.
Jack asks: The coat of arms of Krasnodar krai has five banners with monograms. Which Tsars are represented by these monograms?
Expert's answer:
The banners have the monograms of the following Russian Emperors (from left to right): Alexander I, Catherine II, Alexander II, Paul I, Nicholas I. It is almost a copy of the coat of arms of the Kuban region that existed in the Russian Empire.
Virginia asks: I have Russia USSR Soviet Union Notes dated 1951 and I have $3,244 worth. Is it worth any thing? I have $3, $5, $10, $25, $50, $100, and $200
Expert's answer:
In general, the value of these notes is not high, there are a lot of them in circulation. You can find some info about the prices on the following site.
jennifer asks: What are the names of the hospitals in Podolsk? What are the addresses of those hospitals?
Expert's answer:
You can find the following list of Podolsk hospitals helpful. This service can be used to translate sites from Russian.
Tom asks: I am planning to visit Russia as a tourist. I am a former Russian linguist in the U.S. military when I was in my twenties so I can still speak and understand some Russian. I am now retired. If people there ask me how I know Russian, will I be viewed with suspicion if I tell them my background? I don't want to attract attention.
Expert's answer:
In the current situation, I think that your doubts concerning this matter are not groundless. If you don't mention your army past, you will certainly attract less attention, so it would be a smart move.
bill asks: I have been talking with a girl from Yoshkar Ola for over nine months, we met in person and spent 8 really nice days together, now that we have returned I want her to come to America and she also wants to spend more time with me. So what are the chances to receive a visa? Also it was very respectful and I was happy for that but I wonder if Russian girls are a bit stand offish about holding hands or regular physical contact
Expert's answer:
It is true that the US officials can be very strict when issuing visas. You should check the site of the US embassy in Russia to get the latest info. About the second question, all this is very individual and depends largely on the person.
sue asks: I have rubles dated 1993 (500 and 100) and from 1995 (50000 and 1000) are this still good I mean to they ever go out of date? I want to convert them to us currency?
Expert's answer:
These banknotes are not valid any more. You can keep them as nice souvenirs.
James asks: Are there any small villages around Ekaterinburg called Pestovo?
Expert's answer:
I have found several "Pestovo" villages in Russia, but none is located near Ekaterinburg or even in the Sverdlovsk region.
Alexander asks: Today, I surfed at Google maps and I found an 800 km long stripe which consists out of 3 lines of trees starting south of Penza and ending in Borodino near Belaja Kalitwa. What is that about? Spasibo.
Expert's answer:
It is a state windbreak Belaya Kalitva - Penza (708.5 km). You can use this service to translate the page from Russian.
willain asks: Is Ivanovo a good place for partying? i mean are there nice bars and clubs? thanks
Expert's answer:
There is a number of night clubs, bars and restaurants in Ivanovo.
Joe asks:

I am seriously studying Russian, online only, to prepare for a trip this September to Khabarovsk, because the schedule and fare is better than to Vladivostok.

My question is about Russian language classes at a univ. there. While I am there in your city can I meet someone at one of the univ. to discuss Russian language classes in eary 2015?

Expert's answer:
Pacific National University located in Khabarovsk offers several Russian language courses. You can try to get in contact with the School of Social Studies and Humanities of the university, they definitely have the latest info about the courses available.
Noel Arellano asks: How do I address a letter to someone in Kirov from Texas?
Expert's answer:
The address will look something like this: To: person's name (for example, Ivanova Elena Nikolayevna). Address: 610000 (the postal code of Kirov), Russia, Kirovskaya oblast, Kirov, Lenina Street, 120 (a house number), 35 (an apartment number).
Danielle asks: Would 15,000 rubels be enough spending money in Russia for 3 days?
Expert's answer:
Yes, it will be enough. Just for comparison, the average salary in Russia is about 30,000 Rubles per month.
Amy asks: How far is the city from the recent bombings? Are there any extra security measures being taken in Kras?
Expert's answer:
If you mean Krasnoyarsk, it is located far away from Volgograd (about 4,130 km), no extra security measures there. But if it is Krasnodar, it is located 710 km southwest of Volgograd, not far away from Sochi and Northern Caucasus republics. And in these regions, especially because of the Olympics, additional security measure are adopted.
Gilles asks: Hello, I'd be interested to know what memories of Anatoly Karpov the inhabitants have. What was he like as a boy? When did he leave Zlatoust? Thank you
Expert's answer:
Anatoly Karpov left Zlatoust at the age of 14 (in 1965). The family moved to Tula. He was studying for 7 years in Zlatoust school #3 (1-7 grades). You can try to contact this school to get more info.
David asks: How did the city get a German name?
Expert's answer:
Orenburg was founded at the times of the Empress Anna Ioannovna. And her reign is known for great influence of foreigners on Russian politics. It also affected the names of new cities.
Xavier asks: How many digit number are in a cell phone in Volgograd?
Expert's answer:
The number of digits in a cell phone number in Russia is 11, starting with 8 or +7.
fabio asks: I want to know news and information of the village Ludorvay. I thank you in advance
Expert's answer:
I have found the following article about Ludorvay village. The site of Ludorvay museum-reserve. You can use the following service to translate the sites from Russian.
GermanFromRussia asks: How does one immigrate to Russia and gain permanent residency and/or citizenship? I am a citizen in the U.S. today. As my name suggests, my great great grandparents lived in Russia during the 1800s; I have documentation on that if there is any repatriation program available.
Expert's answer:
You should check the site/contact the officials of the embassy of Russia in the US to get the latest info about this issue.
victor paul asks: So is this a republic inside another collective republic, such as England in the UK?
Expert's answer:
Yes, the situation looks similar, the Republic of Tatarstan has its own constitution. According to it, Tatarstan is a state united with Russia in the Russian Federation, both Russian and Tatar languages have equal rights in the republic.
Bill asks: I would like a contact phone number of local notari offices in Stavropol. Thanks in advance
Expert's answer:
I have found the following list of Stavropol notaries that may be useful.
kimberlee asks: How do I contact a post office for 644047?
Expert's answer:
It is the code of the post office #47 in Omsk. The contact phone is +7 3812 784852.
TJ asks: I have been communicating with a woman from Orenburg. She says she wants to work in the US and is talking about meeting me and wants to come to my city. It sounds like a scam. What is the process for obtaining a work visa for the US?
Expert's answer:
You can find official info on the site of the US embassy in Russia. Also our advice is not to send any help to a person in Russia before you are absolutely sure that this person is real. All the costs are not so high that can stop someone from coming to you especially if you help afterwards.
Alan asks: I write to woman from Izhevsk from internet, will it be safe to meet her, I am from the UK
Expert's answer:
Not sure about what do you mean by "safe" but if you have concerns maybe you should ask her to come to you in the UK. If you are not 100% sure that she is real, I can recommend not to send any help before she arrives to you.
Phil asks: What is the most popular place for dancing in Tula? Or most the popular licensed club? What's the nearest airport to Tula and how far away is it?
Expert's answer:
I have found the following list of night clubs in Tula. The city is located near Moscow (about 180 km), so the closest large international airports are located there (Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo).
Andrew asks: Is Russia planning on building a railroad to Alaska through the Bering Strait?
Expert's answer:
There is no specific plan for the construction of the tunnel, but there are a lot of discussions about the possibility, costs, economic efficiency etc. Here is a nice article summarizing the history and the present state of the project and some maps and pictures that may be interesting. This service to translate from Russian.
Dr. N Altstock asks: How many hospitals and what departments do you have in Kurgan. What are the main medical needs of the people?
Expert's answer:
I have found the following list of Kurgan hospitals that may be helpful. This service to translate from Russian.
Judy Halpin asks: What is the population of Dubki village, Tula Region ? My son was born there as I would like as much information of the area as possible.
Expert's answer:
I haven't found any info about the population of Dubki. Here is the map location of this village.
sharon asks: Is Chelyabinsk university in the same city where the radiation leak was in 1957
Expert's answer:
Chelyabinsk State University is located in Chelyabinsk. Radiation leakage occurred in another city - Chelyabinsk-40 (known as Ozersk today).
georges asks: hello. i want to know how many total territory of the 21 republics of russian federation in sq.km and in present (together) from the total territory of the russian federation. but please in english language (if you can) thank you all very much.
Expert's answer:
The total area of 21 republics is 4,872,700 sq. km. (3,103,200 sq. km. - the Sakha Republic), about 28,5% of the total area of the Russian Federation.
Daryl asks: Is there a restaurant called "Jumanji" in Ufa? Contact details?
Expert's answer:
This restaurant is not mentioned in any of the lists of Ufa restaurants available online.
Jerry asks: Is there a Byelorussian language or do they speak Russian in Byelorussia?
Expert's answer:
There are two official languages in Belarus: Belarusian and Russian. According to the national survey conducted in 2009, for the majority of the population (72%), the main language used in everyday life is Russian.
georges asks: Hello. I see many newspapers said the Russian army almost fall down or finished by problems like alcohol or drugs or may be because many people doesn't loging to the Russian army? This is myth or truth? Thank you.
Expert's answer:

In general, the real power of the Russian Armed Forces is not high because of the following main reasons:

  • significant part of military equipment uses the technology of the late Soviet Union and is largely obsolete,
  • relatively low level of military training of soldiers and officers,
  • about half of all servicemen are people called up for compulsory military service,
  • such modern strategies as network-centric warfare are not widely used,
  • high level of corruption.

But of course it is still enough to fight against a country with a small army. The most dangerous thing remaining is a high number of ICBMs with nuclear warheads.

jerry asks: I am a fan of the Kamaz truck plant, but I can never find it's design capacity for chassis.Apparently it was designed in soviet days to make 150,000 trucks a year plus it seems it was to supply chassis to truck plants in neftekamsh and Tuimazy, 40,000 and 10,000 respectively, so was it's design capacity 200,000 chassis?
Expert's answer:
You should check the official site of KAMAZ.
Michael asks: I note that you have found the address of a restaurant called "Jumanji" in Orenburg. have you also got their email address? Thank you.
Expert's answer:
Unfortunately I could not find the email of this restaurant.
Beth asks: What's the difference between and oblast, okrug, and krai?
Expert's answer:
Today, there is no legal difference between "oblast" and "krai" in Russia. Here is an article about the federal structure of Russia.
danny asks: Is there an travel agency called ... that would provide a visa and tickets to come to the United States?
Expert's answer:
Unfortunately, we don't provide services related to verifying information about companies or people in Russia. You can try to contact Russian detective agencies.
Kate Miller asks: Where would I find information on mining and metal work in the Perm region in the early 1800s? I am especially interested in the kinds of labor involved and the resulting products. Thank you.
Expert's answer:
I haven't found any info about this issue. You can try to contact Perm Regional Museum of Local Lore and maybe they will be able to help you.
sophie asks: When are the next votation for Kalmyk presidence? Who are the candidates?
Expert's answer:
Here is the official site of the head of Kalmykia. From 2011, there are no presidents in Russia except for the president of Russia, the regional leaders are called the heads of the regions.
Sophie Cheval asks: i've got e.mail of library sanan@elista.rospac.ru but google can't find it. Is it changed?
Expert's answer:
Here is the contacts page of Kalmykia National Library located in Elista.
Janella asks: Is there a restaurant "Jumanji" in Orenburg? Do you know the address?
Expert's answer:
Yes, there is such restaurant in Orenburg (Kirova Street, 33). Contact phones: +7 3532 58 05 55, +7 3532 77 57 15.
David asks: Is there a travel agency called RuColumb near Kirov or Kirs?
Expert's answer:
Unfortunately, we don't provide services related to verifying information about companies located in Russia.
Joel Lorenz asks: How far is the airport from Kondinsky. some more info on that town, thanks.
Expert's answer:
There is an airport in Kondisnkoye, but the closest large airports are the ones of Tyumen and Khanty-Mansyisk. The closest railway station is in 183 km, so it is not an easy task to get there. Here is the map location of Kondinskoye and an article about the village.
gerard asks: What are the contacts of Orel city mayor?
Expert's answer:
I have found the official site of Orel city administration, the contact email is info@orel-adm.ru
derek asks: How do i send an email from English to Russian translation and it actually make it to its destination?
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You can automatically translate you letter from English to Russian with this service.
emakpo asks: I would like to visit a girl in Marakulino and would like to know all about this town or city, e.g population, places of interest, how much it cost to go there, hotels, where to take a girl for dinner etc. Thanks.
Expert's answer:
I haven't found a lot of info about Marakulino. In 2010, it was a very small village with a population of 34 people located in Kirov oblast.
chris asks: Are the banks open on Sunday?
Expert's answer:
Most of the banks are closed on Sunday.
Bob asks: Can you tell me in English what words Transib drivers use for the four American railroad terms below? ...
Expert's answer:
I think you should people from the following site devoted to Russian railways.
bob radway asks: How did the Barnaulka River get its name? Which language? How do you pronounce Barnaul? Which syllable is stressed?
Expert's answer:
Here is an article about the origin of Barnaul name. As for the pronunciation of Barnaul, the last syllable is stressed like Bar-na-Ul.
Crystal asks: I hear Russian say, if any foreigners go to Russia, they should go to Kazan. Because Kazan really do not like skinheads and they don't tolerance racism. The last time a skinhead try to go there they are several beaten. Is this true? I would love to go to Russia and learn the language. I am a Eurasian Native American and I have dark hair and skin. If I ever go to Russia, I would bring my dad a long and he is white, would he have problems there if he went with me?
Expert's answer:
You are right, Kazan is among the cities where the level of skinheads activity is low. You will not have problems if your dad goes with you.
Mandy asks: Good day. Could you tell me where and when Tatarstan Sabantui will take place in 2011. Thank you
Expert's answer:
Traditionally, the celebration of Sabantui begins on the first Saturday of June (in the villages of the region), next Saturday the celebration continues in the cities and towns of Tatarstan, and, on the third Saturday of June, the main celebration takes place in the capital city of the republic - Kazan.
bob asks: Is there a mall in Kyzyl?
Expert's answer:
The following list of malls located in Kyzyl will probably be useful.
VINCE COMLEY asks: What is the postal code for Mubaryakova Street, Ufa? Thanks.
Expert's answer:
The postal code of Mubaryakova Street in Ufa is 450092, except for the even houses 2-10 - 450103.

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