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Ghostly 14 building of the Kremlin

Ghostly 14 building of the Kremlin

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

For the second decade, talk about the fate of the 14th building of the Moscow Kremlin has not ceased. What decision experts and historians came to, as well as the actions taken in relation to the building, you will learn in this article

Kalamita Fortress in Inkerman, Crimea: description, history, interesting facts and reviews

Kalamita Fortress in Inkerman, Crimea: description, history, interesting facts and reviews

Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

How many historical sites are left in the world? Some of them are protected by the whole world and are trying with all their might to preserve their appearance, while others were destroyed, and only ruins remained of them. These include the Kalamita fortress in the Crimea, which is located near the village of Inkerman

Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug - 186 region. Short review

Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug - 186 region. Short review

Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

Arriving in Ugra, every tourist dreams of visiting unique natural monuments, famous throughout Russia. Yugra is the historical name of the Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug, which is also known as the 186 region

Minerals on the Moon: theories, mining projects, soil composition and the required level of technological development

Minerals on the Moon: theories, mining projects, soil composition and the required level of technological development

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The moon is a natural satellite of the Earth. Half a century ago, man first set foot on its surface. Since then, real opportunities have appeared for direct scientific studies of the surface and interior of this celestial object. Are there minerals on the moon? What are these resources, and can they be mined? You will find answers to these questions in our article

Official symbols of the city: coat of arms of Odintsovo, anthem and flag

Official symbols of the city: coat of arms of Odintsovo, anthem and flag

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Each city, as a state administrative unit, should traditionally have its own state symbols, which include the anthem, coat of arms and flag. They exist both in very ancient cities and in very young ones. Coats of arms, as a rule, reflect the features of the nature and cultural heritage of the city. Flags most often use emblems, not always adding some additional elements. There are such symbols in the young city of Odintsovo in the Moscow region

Popular sights of Munich - overview, history, interesting facts and tourist reviews

Popular sights of Munich - overview, history, interesting facts and tourist reviews

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

This largest city located in the southern part of Germany is not only the most important cultural and technological center of Western Europe, but also one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the country. It is not only the birthplace of the famous BMW car brand, progressive technologies and a huge variety of beers, this city is rich in classic European architecture

American race: history of appearance, genetics, typical representatives, description and appearance with photo

American race: history of appearance, genetics, typical representatives, description and appearance with photo

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Ever since school, we have learned that humanity is divided into three main races: Caucasoid, Mongoloid, Negroid. But this is not the limit, even in school textbooks such concepts as an intermediate race or racial type are mentioned. And there are already quite a few of them. And the concept of "main races" is absolutely not correct

Regiment 345 (VDV). Airborne Regiment in Afghanistan

Regiment 345 (VDV). Airborne Regiment in Afghanistan

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Probably every adult man and most women of the country knows well that the 345th (VDV) regiment is legendary. Fame became widespread after the release of the cult feature film by F. Bondarchuk "9th Company", which poignantly told about the battle near Khost, where the 9th Airborne Company of this regiment heroically died

Tatar village in Kazan: address, attractions, description, photos and reviews

Tatar village in Kazan: address, attractions, description, photos and reviews

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Kazan is a beautiful old city. It includes both modern complexes with skyscrapers and historical sites with ancient buildings. Among the many attractions right in the center of Kazan is an amazing cozy complex "Tugan Avylym" - a Tatar village in miniature. The name in translation means "Native Village"

Wobbler - what is it? Types of wobblers

Wobbler - what is it? Types of wobblers

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Terminology in the hobby world is often incomprehensible to the layman. Fishing is also a whole world, interesting and varied. Some names of tackle and lures may not be familiar to beginners. In our article, we are going to consider one of the best friends of the fisherman - the bait wobbler

Paper flash point: features and recommendations

Paper flash point: features and recommendations

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

General characteristics of combustion processes. The ignition temperature of paper in Celsius and Fahrenheit. Under what conditions is self-ignition possible? Recommendations on the basics of fire safety

The longest city name - try pronouncing it

The longest city name - try pronouncing it

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Each huge metropolis and small village has its own unique name story. Some settlements were named after famous people who contributed to the development of that area. Others have received a name associated with the picturesque nature of the region. But there are the longest place names in the world that you can’t pronounce the first time

Pitsunda temple, Abkhazia: description, history, schedule and interesting facts

Pitsunda temple, Abkhazia: description, history, schedule and interesting facts

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The temple in the city of Pitsunda is known not only for its interesting history, but also for its organ, which both tourists and locals from all over the area come to listen to. In this publication, we will talk about the sights of this city that will surprise every traveler

Explosions in the Moscow metro in 1977, 2004, 2010 (photo)

Explosions in the Moscow metro in 1977, 2004, 2010 (photo)

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The capital's underground highway has experienced many tragic events in its long history. Explosions in the Moscow metro, fires, accidents due to technical malfunctions, human factor - all this led to hundreds of victims and thousands of victims

South Tarawa - the capital of the state of Kiribati

South Tarawa - the capital of the state of Kiribati

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

In the heart of the Pacific Ocean is an island state, the capital of which is the city of South Tarawa, located on the Tarawa Atoll. The agglomeration includes 4 settlements: Betio, Bonriki, Bikenibeu and Bairiki, each of which is located on a separate island

Private is What is the meaning of the word?

Private is What is the meaning of the word?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

It is hard to imagine a pirate without a ship with a Jolly Roger on black sails, because the “activity” of pirates takes place afloat, and for its successful implementation you need a reliable and maneuverable ship. As for privateer ships, they were originally intended for piracy, but were issued to a hired privateer only for a certain period

Population of Lipetsk: number and employment

Population of Lipetsk: number and employment

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The city of Lipetsk, like the entire surrounding region, is of great economic importance for the whole of Russia. The population here is growing slowly but steadily. In addition, the city has a minimum unemployment rate

Vienna: population, standard of living, social security, history of the city, sights, infrastructure development, photo

Vienna: population, standard of living, social security, history of the city, sights, infrastructure development, photo

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The Austrian city of Vienna is amazing. So many attractions, so many interesting places. The population of the city is quite large. The standard of living is one of the highest in Europe. We recommend visiting this city

"Metropolis": a list of stores and their location on the floors

"Metropolis": a list of stores and their location on the floors

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

In order to enjoy shopping and not wander around the shopping center for hours, you should use the list of Metropolis stores on Voykovskaya presented in the article. And for the leisure and entertainment of children, there are very interesting places here and various shows, presentations and children's exciting events are held, where gifts, photo contests, adventures and fairs await young visitors

General rules for using the subway

General rules for using the subway

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Today no giant city can do without metro. Passengers usually know how to behave in this mode of transport. And for those who want to learn more about the rules of conduct in the subway, the article will help

Ice Palace (Minsk): description, visitor reviews, address

Ice Palace (Minsk): description, visitor reviews, address

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Most residents of Minsk usually have no problem how to spend their free time. They love active recreation, so many citizens come to the Ice Palace. After all, it houses not only the largest and most comfortable ice rink, but also a large number of sports sections. Today we will introduce you to what services it provides to the population. You will also find out what locals say about the Ice Palace in Minsk and how you can get to it

National Historical Museum of Minsk: an unforgettable journey

National Historical Museum of Minsk: an unforgettable journey

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The unique huge exposition of the National Historical Museum of Minsk allows you to learn everything about the past of Belarus: from primitive times to the present day. Treasures and weapons, jewelry and clothes, books and chronicles - all this and much more helps visitors to plunge into the past

Terrorist attack in Volgodonsk in 1999

Terrorist attack in Volgodonsk in 1999

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

In September 1999, at six o'clock in the morning, a terrorist attack took place on the territory of Volgodonsk, in the Rostov region

Priory Palace in Gatchina - how to get there?

Priory Palace in Gatchina - how to get there?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The Priory Palace in Gatchina is a unique building, the only earthwork structure left in the country. Created for the Order of M alta, for more than two centuries it has been a true gem of architecture and a true symbol of Gatchina

Where is Uryupinsk? City of Uryupinsk, Volgograd region

Where is Uryupinsk? City of Uryupinsk, Volgograd region

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

There is a city in Russia about which jokes are made, it is often mentioned in the movies. Many people living in it, coming to another locality, often hear the same question, where is Uryupinsk? This town really exists and is located in the Volgograd region

Murghab River: description, features

Murghab River: description, features

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Like the rest of Central Asia, Turkmenistan is a closed geographical area, isolated from large natural reservoirs: oceans and seas. There are not many rivers and lakes on its territory. There is a river in Turkmenistan, among the few natural reservoirs, originating in Afghanistan, among the Paropamiz mountain chain

Primorsky Krai: the capital of the region

Primorsky Krai: the capital of the region

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Primorsky Krai is located in the Far East of the Russian Federation. Its capital is Vladivostok, which is also the administrative center. Location - the Murvavyov-Amursky Peninsula, as well as the islands that are part of the Peter the Great Bay, connecting local water bodies with the Sea of Japan

The Great African Rift: description, history and interesting facts

The Great African Rift: description, history and interesting facts

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The Great Rift of Africa: a brief description and national parks, protected areas. Flora and fauna of the African Rift

The largest reservoirs of Crimea: list, history, recreation opportunities

The largest reservoirs of Crimea: list, history, recreation opportunities

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The climate of the Crimean peninsula is quite arid, in particular in its northern and central regions. Therefore, the problem of water supply for settlements and agro-industrial enterprises is particularly acute here. In this article, we will describe in detail the reservoirs of the Crimea. How many are there? When were they formed and what functions do they perform today? How big is their recreational and tourism potential? Let's try to answer all these questions

Population of Ottawa: size and composition. Capital of Canada Ottawa

Population of Ottawa: size and composition. Capital of Canada Ottawa

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Ottawa has never had the glory of a tourist Mecca and seemed like a boring administrative center. But those who have been there, or simply read the description of Ottawa, will probably want to return, and maybe even stay permanently

Cape Khoboy - the mysterious place of Baikal

Cape Khoboy - the mysterious place of Baikal

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Cape Khoboy is one of the most exotic and mysterious places of the great Baikal. This unique natural monument is located in the very north of Olkhon Island

Cities of the Yaroslavl region: number and brief description

Cities of the Yaroslavl region: number and brief description

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Cities of the Yaroslavl region: number and brief description. List of settlements with a population of more than 100 thousand and less than 10 thousand, small towns. Demographic catastrophe and population compensation due to the influx of migrants

City of Ramenskoye: population, area, economy, transport, history, sights

City of Ramenskoye: population, area, economy, transport, history, sights

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Perhaps you have heard in the news that a cargo of the Ministry of Emergency Situations has been sent from the Ramenskoye airfield. True, not everyone knows what kind of settlement it is and where it is located

Alcobaça Monastery: excursion to Portugal

Alcobaça Monastery: excursion to Portugal

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Our article will tell you about what the monastery of Alcobas is so famous for. You will learn historical data about a religious institution built in the Middle Ages

A brief history of Istanbul: description, attractions and interesting facts

A brief history of Istanbul: description, attractions and interesting facts

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The article tells the story of the emergence and development of Istanbul - one of the most beautiful cities in Turkey

Residential area Lyubertsy fields. Lyubertsy fields: review, description and reviews

Residential area Lyubertsy fields. Lyubertsy fields: review, description and reviews

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The construction industry of the 21st century offers more and more interesting and modern housing options, one of which is the housing complex in Lyubertsy fields

City of Seattle, USA, Washington state: photo, location, sights, time difference

City of Seattle, USA, Washington state: photo, location, sights, time difference

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Among US cities, Seattle is one of the largest. It is located in the far northwest of the country, in the state of Washington. Seattle (USA) is one of the most beautiful and comfortable cities in the world. It is surrounded by mountains and water spaces. Photos of Seattle (USA) testify to the beauty of the surroundings of the city

Ekaterininsky tract (Old Kaluga road): description, history and interesting facts

Ekaterininsky tract (Old Kaluga road): description, history and interesting facts

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

From Moscow's Profsoyuznaya Street, bypassing the Moscow Ring Road, the famous Ekaterininsky Trakt begins, in other words, the Old Kaluga Road, and in modern terms, the Moscow-Belarus federal highway (A101). Throughout its course - history itself, cities such as Roslavl, Yukhnov, Kaluga, Medyn, Maloyaroslavets, Obninsk, Balabanovo, Troitsk, as well as many small settlements, no less glorious and even more rooted in ancient centuries

Moscow Oceanarium at VDNKh: description, opening hours and visitor reviews

Moscow Oceanarium at VDNKh: description, opening hours and visitor reviews

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The Moscow Oceanarium at VDNKh welcomed its first guests, dreaming of plunging into the fantastic world of marine life, on August 5, 2015. It became the first oceanarium in the world, located in a metropolis and remote from the sea coast for many kilometers

Mordovia: region and code number, population, standard of living, history of the republic, average salary and pension

Mordovia: region and code number, population, standard of living, history of the republic, average salary and pension

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The Republic of Mordovia is a constituent entity of the Russian Federation, which is territorially part of the Volga Federal District, and is also part of the Volga-Vyatka economic region. Today we will study this region in more detail, immerse ourselves in its history, learn about the climate and attractions, development plans, the level of average wages and old-age pensions, as well as what number the Mordovia region has (car code)