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When is Land Forces Day celebrated? The history of the Day of the Ground Forces of the Russian Federation

When is Land Forces Day celebrated? The history of the Day of the Ground Forces of the Russian Federation

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The history of the creation of this type of troops began in the middle of the XVI century. In 1550, on October 1, an important turning point took place in the Russian army. The Russian Tsar Ivan the Terrible (IV) issued a decree that laid the foundations for the very first permanent army, which had the features of a regular army. From this day on, the history of the emergence of the holiday called the Day of the Ground Forces of Russia is being counted

Administrative districts (Kharkiv): Dzerzhinsky, Ordzhonikidzevsky, Moskovsky

Administrative districts (Kharkiv): Dzerzhinsky, Ordzhonikidzevsky, Moskovsky

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Many large cities of the post-Soviet space are also divided into administrative districts. Kharkiv is no exception here. How many districts are there in the first capital of Ukraine? When did they arise? And which one is the largest in area? You will find answers to all these questions in our article

Japanese koi

Japanese koi

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The most famous decorative beautiful, but unpretentious fish, a floating gem, indispensable in the fine arts of Japan and China - a Japanese koi carp in tattoos can tell a lot about the owner or even move him to great deeds

Where did the meteorite fall in Chelyabinsk? Photos and details from the meteorite impact site

Where did the meteorite fall in Chelyabinsk? Photos and details from the meteorite impact site

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Chelyabinsk is a large city of the Russian Federation, a scientific, industrial and cultural center of the Urals. This is a city of working people, famous for its industrial power and industrial records. But on February 15, 2013, the city became famous all over the world after a meteorite fell in Chelyabinsk

Lefortovo metro station. Sights of the Lefortovo district

Lefortovo metro station. Sights of the Lefortovo district

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The scheme of the Moscow metro is quite complicated. It is not easy for a person who first arrived in the capital to understand it. And in a few years, this scheme will become even more complicated, because every year new stations open. Today, more than thirty are under construction. One of them is the Lefortovo metro station. Where will it be located? Which streets will have exits? What project is it based on? All this we will consider below

Village headman: history and modernity

Village headman: history and modernity

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In Russia, the village has always been a limited area. Here life takes a different course. And often the authorities pay very little attention to rural infrastructure. And to help in solving various issues, a responsible position appeared - the village head

Gyms in Yaroslavl for sports fans

Gyms in Yaroslavl for sports fans

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Everyone who strives for an ideal figure and a he althy lifestyle is looking for a sport that will help them achieve their goal. Yaroslavl gyms, using the most modern techniques and technologies, open up the opportunity for local residents to become better

Metro station "Kaluzhskaya": description, metro area

Metro station "Kaluzhskaya": description, metro area

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Kaluzhskaya metro station (Moscow) is located on the Kaluzhsko-Rizhskaya line, between the Belyaevo and Novye Cheryomushki metro stations. In this article, we will briefly talk about the history of construction, design features and further prospects for its improvement

A boat trip on the Moscow River is a popular type of recreation in the Russian capital

A boat trip on the Moscow River is a popular type of recreation in the Russian capital

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A boat trip on the Moscow River is perhaps one of the most popular recreational options not only for guests of the capital, but also for its natives. There are especially many people who want to see the sights of Belokamennaya from the board of the ship in the summer, when the most picturesque views open before your eyes

Major earthquake in Haiti

Major earthquake in Haiti

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The massive earthquake in Haiti in 2010 was the biggest disaster in the 21st century. Pictures from the scene are terrifying today - most of the capital Port-au-Prince lay in ruins

Causes of a tsunami: signs of occurrence and danger of a tsunami

Causes of a tsunami: signs of occurrence and danger of a tsunami

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Do you think you know enough about this? Then try to list the causes and signs of a tsunami. Did not work out? In this case, carefully read this article, perhaps this information will someday help save your life

City of Grozny: attractions, reviews

City of Grozny: attractions, reviews

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The article is devoted to the description of the sights of the beautiful city of Grozny and the reviews of those people who have visited or live in this wonderful place

Regions of Austria - nature, features, form of government

Regions of Austria - nature, features, form of government

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Many people ask the question: Austria - which region? So, Austria (or the Republic of Austria) is one of the countries of the central part of Europe. According to the structure, it is a federal state with a population of 8 million 460 thousand people. This is a parliamentary republic. The capital of Austria is the city of Vienna. The area of the country is 83871 km2. The regions of Austria are quite diverse

Popigai crater in Siberia (photo)

Popigai crater in Siberia (photo)

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Meteor shower has repeatedly "spilled" on the planet Earth. After the fall, huge fragments of the meteorite left distinct traces on the earth's surface - astroblems of colossal proportions. Scientists examined about 150 huge "star wounds" with a diameter ranging from 25-500 kilometers

Arkhangelsk, Gostiny Dvor: history, museum, exhibitions

Arkhangelsk, Gostiny Dvor: history, museum, exhibitions

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The Russian economy developed rapidly in the 17th century. At that time, foreign trade was rapidly going on in the Arkhangelsk port. More than half of foreign trade transactions were made in it. The city represented the "face" of the country in front of the Western European states. Arkhangelsk needed majestic buildings with luxurious facades. The gostiny yards of the northern city became not only a pleasant and convenient place for foreign and Russian merchants, but also performed a protective function

Yekaterinburg circus: program, reviews

Yekaterinburg circus: program, reviews

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In the heart of Yekaterinburg stands a grandiose building crowned with an openwork hanging dome. This is the famous Yekaterinburg Circus, where amazing programs have been held since 1980. The design of this circus dome is considered the best in Europe

Dolphinarium (Vityazevo): schedule, reviews

Dolphinarium (Vityazevo): schedule, reviews

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The infrastructure of the resort village of Vityazevo is constantly expanding. In June 2013, the Nemo Dolphinarium was opened on its territory. Vityazevo is now famous for its three wonderful establishments for recreation and vibrant entertainment. Tourists are happy to have fun in the theme water park "Olympia" decorated in the Greek style. They like to relax in the entertainment park "Byzantium". And from visiting the dolphinarium, located on the embankment, they are indescribably delighted

The richest states: list, rating, political system, gross income and standard of living of the population

The richest states: list, rating, political system, gross income and standard of living of the population

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We althiest countries: Qatar, Luxembourg and Singapore, the rest of the top seven. The richest countries in Africa: Equatorial Guinea, Seychelles and Mauritius. The level of GDP in the post-Soviet countries and who is in last place in the ranking

Cities of Malaysia. The noise of the metropolis among the mysterious silence of the idyllic islands

Cities of Malaysia. The noise of the metropolis among the mysterious silence of the idyllic islands

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Malaysia. How many beautiful words are dedicated to this island, glorifying its splendor and fabulous beauty. Are you tired of gray everyday life and dream of a fairy tale? Then you are definitely here. Unprecedented hospitality, unforgettable gastronomic experiences, an unusual combination of the noise of a metropolis and the mysterious silence of idyllic islands, beautiful beaches and national parks with rich wild tropical forests - all this can be found in Malaysia

City of Berkeley: history of foundation, development

City of Berkeley: history of foundation, development

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On the shores of San Francisco Bay lies the small town of Berkeley. Among the cities of America, among which are the largest metropolitan areas of the world, Berkeley occupies an honorable 234th place in terms of population. But he is known not only in the USA, but also in the world. This happened thanks to the campus (campus) of the University of California located here, one of the most prestigious and respected in the world

What is the world: several interpretations of this term

What is the world: several interpretations of this term

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In life there are a huge number of different concepts, which are not so easy to understand. This article will talk about what the world is. Various interpretations of this definition will be given

The terrorist attack on Avtozavodskaya, the terrible consequences of terrorism

The terrorist attack on Avtozavodskaya, the terrible consequences of terrorism

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February 6, 2004 in the Moscow metro, between the stations "Paveletskaya" and "Avtozavodskaya", there was a terrorist attack with a large number of victims and wounded. Several years have passed since that memorable day, but people have not forgotten about the tragedy, and on this day streams of mourners flock to the Avtozavodskaya metro station, laying flowers in memory of the victims of the terrorist attack

National hero Salavat Yulaev (Ufa) a monument to him is a landmark of Bashkortostan

National hero Salavat Yulaev (Ufa) a monument to him is a landmark of Bashkortostan

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Salavat Yulaev, Ufa, monument. This phrase is not surprising. The monument to Salavat Yulaev is not only the hallmark of the capital of Bashkiria, Ufa, but of the entire Republic. It is not for nothing that the monument to Salavat occupies the central part of the State Emblem of the Republic of Belarus. And Salavat Yulaev is the most famous national hero of Bashkortostan

Gazprom building in St. Petersburg. "Lakhta Center"

Gazprom building in St. Petersburg. "Lakhta Center"

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A year later, it is planned to put into operation the Gazprom building in St. Petersburg - the Lakhta Center, which is still under construction, but has already become the main dominant of the city. Let's remember why this project is of great interest to the public and is considered as a new symbol of St. Petersburg

FGBU "National Park "Yugyd va": description, history and interesting facts

FGBU "National Park "Yugyd va": description, history and interesting facts

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Article about the national park "Yugyd va". The description of the territory and the main attractions: rivers, mountain peaks is given. The facts from the history of the appearance of the park, as well as information about the flora and fauna of this region are presented

South Kuril Islands: history, belonging

South Kuril Islands: history, belonging

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In the chain of islands between Kamchatka and Hokkaido, stretching in a convex arc between the Sea of Okhotsk and the Pacific Ocean, on the border of Russia and Japan are the South Kuril Islands

Russian space program: general information, main provisions, tasks and stages of implementation

Russian space program: general information, main provisions, tasks and stages of implementation

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Russian cosmonautics refers to rocket technology and space exploration programs conducted by the Russian Federation since 1991, and is the successor to the USSR space program. The supreme body for managing the space industry is the state corporation Roscosmos, which closely cooperates with the European Space Agency

Russian village in facts and figures. The problem of extinction of villages. The most beautiful villages in the country

Russian village in facts and figures. The problem of extinction of villages. The most beautiful villages in the country

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What are the reasons for the extinction and degradation of the Russian village? How many villages are there in Russia today? How many of them are on the verge of extinction? And which Russian villages would you not be ashamed to show to a foreign tourist? You will find answers to all these questions in our article

State Museum of Religion St. Petersburg: overview, description, history and interesting facts

State Museum of Religion St. Petersburg: overview, description, history and interesting facts

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Hardly anyone counted how many museums there are in the world. The State Museum of Religion in St. Petersburg is the only one in Russia and one of the few in the world whose expositions represent the history of the formation of religion. The funds of exhibits collected in St. Petersburg number more than two hundred thousand copies: these are cultural and historical monuments of different peoples and eras

Tashkent TV tower: features, design, use

Tashkent TV tower: features, design, use

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What is the Tashkent TV tower famous for? What is the place among the tallest towers in the world? When was it built? Its characteristic and design features

Staro-Markovskoye cemetery: features, address, types of burials

Staro-Markovskoye cemetery: features, address, types of burials

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Staro-Markovskoye cemetery is an object in the northern part of the city of Moscow. It is located in the North-Eastern Administrative District, on the territory of the Severny urban district, near Dmitrovskoye Highway. Previously, it was located in the village of Severny, which in 1991 became part of the Russian capital. The cemetery covers an area of 5.88 hectares

Pools in Solntsevo: a list

Pools in Solntsevo: a list

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For those who live in the Solntsevo district in Moscow and are fond of swimming, it will be useful to collect information about the pools that are located nearby. In this article, we bring to your attention a list and a brief overview of establishments that have swimming pools

Destroyed bridges: causes, the biggest tragedies

Destroyed bridges: causes, the biggest tragedies

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Bridges across rivers are attributed to the number of important structures of Antiquity. This is a unique design that allows you to cross rivers, gorges and other natural barriers. The construction of these facilities contributed to the strengthening of economic relations and army mobility. At the moment, there are many bridges in the world that amaze with their length and splendor. Unfortunately, any structure sooner or later becomes unusable, including bridges

History of the train: the invention and development of railway communication

History of the train: the invention and development of railway communication

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The history of trains spans the last two hundred years of modern human civilization, when this incredible discovery was used to drastically change the industry, the spread of mankind and the ways of travel

Where is the diamond capital of Russia? City name

Where is the diamond capital of Russia? City name

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The diamond capital of Russia is the city of Mirny, Yakutia. Brief description of the diamond mining industry. Mirny city and kimberlite pipe

The Kem River is the largest in Karelia

The Kem River is the largest in Karelia

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Natural reservoirs are one of the main we alth of the Russian north, the economic potential of which has not yet been fully used. Incredibly beautiful nature, almost untouched by civilization, provides ample opportunities for the development of recreational tourism. Of the almost 27.6 thousand rivers of Karelia, the Kem River is one of the most actively used for economic purposes

History of Petrozavodsk - foundation, development, emergence and interesting facts

History of Petrozavodsk - foundation, development, emergence and interesting facts

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The history of Petrozavodsk is interesting and full of events. In less than 300 years of existence, it has gone through three stages of development: a factory settlement, a provincial town, and the capital of the republic. Each time the city changed not only its status, but also its face, architectural appearance

The most unusual fountains in the world: photo with names

The most unusual fountains in the world: photo with names

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The fountain is an integral part of urban art. In many parks, as well as in squares, you can find such a water composition. This may be the simplest jet of water that shoots up, but often the fountain impresses with the originality of its shape. Below are descriptions, photos, names of unusual fountains in the world

Classification of global problems of modern civilization and their characteristics

Classification of global problems of modern civilization and their characteristics

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The essence of the concept of "global problem", the classifications of global problems and possible recipes for their solution will be discussed in this article

Ferris wheel in Moscow. What is its height?

Ferris wheel in Moscow. What is its height?

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This article will tell you in more detail about what these, without a doubt, decorations of any park represent. The reader will get acquainted with the nuances of their origin, design features, as well as record holders, among which, of course, there will be the main Ferris wheel in Moscow