The information about Tomsk oblast natural resources, climate, economics was added.

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The weathering pillars is a unique geological monument located on the plateau of Man’-Pupu-Ner in Troitsko-Pechorsky district of Komi Republic of Russia. The geological monument is the composition of seven pillars with the height of 30 to 42 meters.

The pillars appeared as the result of ancient mountains erosion. There are numerous legends about the pillars among the local people. The weathering pillars geological monument is one of the winners of Seven Wonders of Russia contest.

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In 1837 Russian entrepreneur A.N.Demidov sponsored the Russian trip of an artist from France A.Durand. Here is the second part of the pictures made by the artist during his travel (all the pictures are clickable). First, third, fourth parts of the pictures.

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We have added the info about Tambov oblast history, economics, attractions.

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People all over the world know that the streets of Russian cities are often visited by the bears from the surrounding forests so here is another documented fact. The following scenery was captured by Polina Dorofeeva in the city of Velikiy Novgorod. Be careful visiting Russian cities :)

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Suzdal city, located in Vladimir oblast of Russia, is one of the most interesting places to visit because of numerous architectural monuments of Russian past. The following photos were captured at Suzdal city market square by Padunskiy (all the photos are clickable).

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We have added the information about history, economics, climate, natural resources of Stavropol krai.

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In 1837 Russian entrepreneur A.N.Demidov sponsored the Russian trip of an artist from France A.Durand. Here is the first part of pictures made by the artist during his travel (all the pictures are clickable). Second, third, fourth parts of the pictures.

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