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Gatchina - the capital of the Leningrad region

Gatchina - the capital of the Leningrad region

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Gatchina is an amazingly beautiful city in the Leningrad region. It combines historical monuments and modern quarters. The unique nature attracts thousands of tourists to these places

Cave cities: history, description and interesting facts

Cave cities: history, description and interesting facts

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Even a person who is far from history, when he hears the phrase "cave cities", interest awakens, because something unusual and mysterious immediately appears. The oldest structures, reports of which appeared about a thousand years ago, are shrouded in legends and secrets. It was believed that primitive people lived in caves, which served as both a dwelling and a place of worship for spirits. However, scientists do not agree with this opinion, since the buildings of the ancestors were located on the ground, and not under it

Leningrad (Petersburg) zoo: history and survival during the blockade years

Leningrad (Petersburg) zoo: history and survival during the blockade years

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Leningrad Zoological Park - the only sanctuary of the unique fauna in the region of the same name, is the property of the state. He has a rich history, because he is one of the first, based on the territory of Russia. The area of the ecological park is a little more than seven hectares, but the collection of species is striking in its diversity

Quest "Bunker": review and reviews

Quest "Bunker": review and reviews

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"Escape room" - is considered a classic genre among the varieties of gaming activities. This intellectual game is played indoors or in several interconnected objects. Participants who decide to take part in it are locked inside. The goal of the game is to find clues, clues, all kinds of ways to get out of the room by solving puzzles and guessing riddles

Abandoned pioneer camps in Moscow and the Moscow region

Abandoned pioneer camps in Moscow and the Moscow region

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In Soviet times, there were quite a few pioneer camps. Every schoolchild was looking forward to that time to go on vacation, to finally get out of the stuffy city into nature. They supported not only the good he alth of children, but also the patriotic spirit. Pioneer camps were the national treasure of the USSR until the moment when the huge country began to fall apart and go into oblivion, and he alth institutions went with it

Ak Bars martial arts palace in Kazan is a unique sports facility

Ak Bars martial arts palace in Kazan is a unique sports facility

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In the Republic of Tatarstan, attention is paid to the construction of sports centers not only for playing sports, but also for other sports. One of these structures is the Ak Bars Martial Arts Palace in Kazan. There is a main hall with stands for spectators for 2500 seats, a gym and four large halls for training in army hand-to-hand combat and various types of wrestling and martial arts

Cities of the Tula region: Efremov, Venev, Donskoy

Cities of the Tula region: Efremov, Venev, Donskoy

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Tula region is one of the most famous regions in Russia. For more than a century it has been famous for its gingerbread, samovars, as well as the production of weapons. No less interesting are the cities of the Tula region. They will be discussed in this article

"Surf" - water park in B altiysk

"Surf" - water park in B altiysk

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Waterpark "Priboy" in B altiysk: prices, opening hours, reviews, conditions. All this is described in this article, which reveals the aspects of visiting the water park

"Watch out, the doors are closing! The next station is "Voikovskaya". History and Modernity of the Moscow Metro

"Watch out, the doors are closing! The next station is "Voikovskaya". History and Modernity of the Moscow Metro

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Hundreds of thousands of people daily descend to this station from the surface, and vice versa. Even more just pass it by train. And not everyone knows why they have been wanting to rename it for several years now. But this should be said a little later, but for now it is necessary to remember how it even appeared on the map of the Moscow metro

Maryland, USA - America in miniature

Maryland, USA - America in miniature

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Maryland, USA: history of the free state, brief description. Geographical and climatic features. Number of population, religious and ethnic composition. State cities: Camp Jayweed, B altimore, Annapolis, what they are known for. State Economy

Regions of the Russian Federation: description, features and interesting facts

Regions of the Russian Federation: description, features and interesting facts

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Regions of the Russian Federation by federal districts. Brief description and interesting facts about some areas

Famous skyscrapers in New York: Trump Tower

Famous skyscrapers in New York: Trump Tower

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The world-famous real estate developer, as well as the billionaire, showman, politician and businessman of all trades in general - Donald Trump - came to his prosperity thanks to a very skillful work with real estate. Today, let's walk through his legacy in New York. And although the number of skyscrapers that belong to him only in the Big Apple cannot be counted on the fingers of the hand, we will focus on one, but the most significant both for the businessman himself and for the city as a whole

River station of Kazan: from history to the present. Schedule, prices, how to get there

River station of Kazan: from history to the present. Schedule, prices, how to get there

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Let's look at the river port and railway station of Kazan in retrospect and through the eyes of a contemporary. And then we will get acquainted with the important and relevant: how to get to the river station, what are the current passenger routes, where you can go on a sightseeing voyage from there - at what price and with what benefits

Flying in a wind tunnel: reviews, preparation for a visit, tips and tricks

Flying in a wind tunnel: reviews, preparation for a visit, tips and tricks

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The article is devoted to the description of a fashionable and modern way of entertainment - flying in a wind tunnel. Reviews, recommendations and advice to novice pilots. The history of the appearance of the attraction is also described, interesting facts are given

Cinemas of Vladimir: review and description

Cinemas of Vladimir: review and description

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Today it is impossible to imagine leisure without those places where people can relax and unwind. And cinemas occupy not the last place among them. Cinema is constantly releasing various new movies and cartoons, and which one to choose is up to the audience to decide

Fonvizinskaya metro station: characteristics, architectural features, history

Fonvizinskaya metro station: characteristics, architectural features, history

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General information about "Fonvizinskaya". Next, we will analyze the location of the station, the origin of its name, and the features of architectural solutions. In conclusion - a brief chronology of the construction of the facility

Tribotechnical composition "Suprotek" - what is it? Additive Reviews

Tribotechnical composition "Suprotek" - what is it? Additive Reviews

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The Suprotec tribological composition is one of the most modern types of additives, but many do not know about its features

Anomalous and mystical places in Russia

Anomalous and mystical places in Russia

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In different countries there are places that are notorious. Time is distorted there, people disappear and the compass goes astray. Probably, skeptics who do not believe in mysticism believe that there is a scientific explanation for everything unusual. However, it is pointless to deny that there are inexplicable anomalies on Earth that not only frighten, but terrify. In this article we will present you the top mystical places in Russia

Chinese port of Guangzhou: location, description, photo

Chinese port of Guangzhou: location, description, photo

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China is a huge industrial country producing goods for many countries of the world. It is thanks to this that the transport infrastructure is well developed in the state, and sea crossings occupy a leading place in it. The largest maritime power has numerous ports (including Guangzhou), logistics centers and warehouse terminals serving cargo transportation

Nekrasovka metro station: construction, location, commissioning dates

Nekrasovka metro station: construction, location, commissioning dates

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The former station point, called the Lyuberetsky fields, is now called Nekrasovka and belongs to the Kozhukhovskaya line

The future of Europe - features, forecasts and interesting facts

The future of Europe - features, forecasts and interesting facts

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The article briefly discusses the philosophical and historical versions of the future European type of culture, cultural, ideological and esoteric versions of the future of Europe. The article is for reference only and does not claim to be analytics

Morozov's House - description, history and interesting facts

Morozov's House - description, history and interesting facts

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The Morozov House in Moscow on Vozdvizhenskaya Street is one of the brightest mansions with memorable architecture and a very interesting history. According to some stories, it was often called the "fool's house" - the second name was given to the estate of Arseny Morozov by literary Moscow and his mother, merchant's wife Varvara Morozova

What is appearance? Is there a connection between appearance and personality?

What is appearance? Is there a connection between appearance and personality?

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What is appearance? It is how a person looks: clothing, hair, facial features and expression, skin tone and posture. All this affects its appearance. And can we tell by looking at a person whether he is sociable, shy, responsible, calm or attentive?

Barguzin Valley: description, sights, interesting stories, rest, photos

Barguzin Valley: description, sights, interesting stories, rest, photos

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Barguzin Valley… There are many legends and tales about these truly amazing places. Here, sacred springs await you at every turn, and any stone has miraculous powers. All this attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists who find help here in solving burning issues and problems or simply enjoy their vacation, fueled by the energy of fabulously picturesque nature

On guard of safety. Breakwater - what is it?

On guard of safety. Breakwater - what is it?

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Breakwaters are not only an important element that ensures the safety of the coastal area, but often a landmark that their owners can rightfully be proud of. Photos of breakwaters allow you to verify this

The Forrestal disaster is the most significant incident in the history of the US Navy

The Forrestal disaster is the most significant incident in the history of the US Navy

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One of the most significant incidents in the history of the US Navy is associated with the aircraft carrier Forrestal, named after the first US Secretary of Defense. The material damage caused by the disaster that occurred in 1967 amounted to millions of dollars, not counting the cost of the destroyed aircraft. However, today we will talk about those who were on board the ship on that ill-fated day

Alluring secrets of abandoned ships

Alluring secrets of abandoned ships

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Once upon a time, these majestic ships plowed the boundless expanses of the seas and oceans, causing reverent awe with all their appearance, and now they rest on the seabed and serve as a sad reminder of bygone days and former glory. Some abandoned ships are surrounded by mystery and hold strange and seemingly inexplicable secrets

Jerusalem is praying, Haifa is working, the people of Tel Aviv are resting

Jerusalem is praying, Haifa is working, the people of Tel Aviv are resting

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Tel Aviv is portrayed as a city "that never stops", a city of the present with deep historical roots. It is a thriving, dynamic, modern and multicultural city. He gathered on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea people of different nationalities, languages and cultures, who perfectly understand each other and live on the same wavelength. How many people are in Tel Aviv?

Embankment of the Smolenka River, St. Petersburg: photo, history, description

Embankment of the Smolenka River, St. Petersburg: photo, history, description

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This river in the 18th century had a well-established name - Mayakusha. In the first half of the next century, others began to use: Deaf, Black. To eliminate the same name and to avoid confusion in the names with another Black River, it was called Smolenskaya after the nearby cemetery of the same name. A little later, it acquired its current name

Young naturalists are novice natural scientists. History of appearance and modern realities

Young naturalists are novice natural scientists. History of appearance and modern realities

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Young naturalists are novice natural scientists. The history of the movement. Periodical publication "Young Naturalist". Modern junior schools

Victims of Chernobyl. The scale of the disaster

Victims of Chernobyl. The scale of the disaster

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Nuclear energy is recognized as one of the safest and most promising. But in April 1986, the world shuddered from an incredible catastrophe: a reactor at a nuclear power plant near the city of Pripyat exploded. The question of how many victims of Chernobyl exist is still the subject of discussion, since there are different evaluation criteria and different versions. There is no doubt, however, that the scale of this disaster is extraordinary. So what is the actual number of victims of Chernobyl? What is the cause of the tragedy?

Elevated plains of Russia: name, location, history of occurrence

Elevated plains of Russia: name, location, history of occurrence

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Highlands and elevated plains are usually called the earth's surface with a height of 200 to 500 meters above sea level (absolute height). Such surfaces, although called plains, often show an uneven surface, interspersed with hills, gentle hills

Triumphal Arch of Constantine in Rome: description, history and interesting facts

Triumphal Arch of Constantine in Rome: description, history and interesting facts

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One of the unique creations of the architecture of the heyday of the Roman Empire is located near the majestic Colosseum. The triumphal arch of Constantine, which will be discussed in the article, was not completed at the time of the victorious return of the emperor. This is the only building in Rome erected after the victory in the civil war, because most often such buildings were created in honor of the triumph over an external enemy

Population of Odintsovo, its size, natural and migration increase

Population of Odintsovo, its size, natural and migration increase

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An article about the population of Odintsovo, its natural and migration increase, the level of unemployment in the city and the work of the Employment Center

Gulf (Cheboksary, Chuvashia): description, rest, photo

Gulf (Cheboksary, Chuvashia): description, rest, photo

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Cheboksary Bay (Cheboksary - the capital of Chuvashia) is located in the historical site of the main city of the republic. You can get to it using the following coordinates: 56°08′44″ north latitude and 47°14′41″ east longitude. This water area is of artificial origin. The bay is formed at the confluence of the river. Cheboksary to the Volga

Svalbard, Barentsburg - description, history, climate, culture and interesting facts

Svalbard, Barentsburg - description, history, climate, culture and interesting facts

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Description and features of the Svalbard archipelago. Its main settlements, history. Active mine Barentsburg

Where is Orenburg located: geographical location and history of the city

Where is Orenburg located: geographical location and history of the city

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Who has not heard the song about the Orenburg downy shawl and does not know about this famous masterpiece of needlework? There probably aren't any. And where is Orenburg located - the city that gave the world both a scarf and a hit? What is its history and what does it represent today?

Where is Bethlehem: description, history, attractions and interesting facts

Where is Bethlehem: description, history, attractions and interesting facts

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When planning your trip, find out where Bethlehem is. This small legendary city is easy to visit to gain incredible impressions and plunge into the ancient history of all mankind. And do not think that Bethlehem is interesting only for Christians

Terrorist attacks and explosions in the subway in Moscow: description, history and consequences

Terrorist attacks and explosions in the subway in Moscow: description, history and consequences

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Many people believe that the Moscow Metro is the safest in the world. But even here there have been tragic incidents arranged by terrorist-minded groups

The largest water park in Crimea, rating of water parks on the peninsula

The largest water park in Crimea, rating of water parks on the peninsula

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Aquapark is a place where every adult will feel like a child in a fairy tale. And little visitors will get a lot of emotions from a variety of water slides and attractions