🇷🇺 Vladivostok is a city with a rich history and a unique geographical location. It is one of the most remote outposts of the Russian Empire, the terminus of the famous Trans-Siberian Railway, and the largest seaport in the country.

Vladivostok has always held significant political and economic importance for Russia. The city’s unique terraced landscape, situated between the Amur and Ussuri Bays and the Golden Horn Bay, led the famous traveler Fridtjof Nansen to compare Vladivostok with Naples.

In the 1930s, Nikita Khrushchev called for the city to be turned into a second San Francisco. Although the Soviet leader’s idea was not fully realized, Vladivostok remains an atmospheric, distinctive, and unique city.

☀️Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Vladivostok is in August, September, and October. During this period, the sea temperature warms up to +25°C, and the autumn weather is warm and sunny.

✈️How to Get to Vladivostok

Due to its geographical location, reaching Vladivostok requires a long journey. From abroad, you will need to make several connections to reach Moscow. From the capital, the simplest way to get to Vladivostok is by plane, with a flight time of about 8 hours.

For those who enjoy the romance of rail travel, you can embark on a train journey from Yaroslavsky Station. The journey takes almost a week. Before the pandemic, this option was popular among foreign tourists as a way to experience Russia from a train window.

Planes land 40 km from the city, and it takes about an hour to reach the center from the airport.

🚂How to Get from the Airport

You can reach the city center from the airport in an hour. Three transportation options are available: train, bus, and taxi, which can be booked through the Yandex.Taxi app or at the taxi stand in the airport.

🍜Cuisine and Restaurants in Vladivostok

The hallmark of Far Eastern cuisine is the bounty of the sea and taiga. Everything caught and gathered is prepared and served at the table. The sea delicacies include scallops, mussels, sea cucumbers, crabs, shrimp, octopus, while the taiga offers pine nuts, actinidia, lemongrass, ferns, wild garlic, mushrooms, and berries.

A culinary and historical monument preserved from Soviet times is the “Lesnaya Zaimka” restaurant. Its hunting cuisine was enjoyed by Brezhnev, Ford, and other famous figures. Another iconic place is the panoramic restaurant “Vysota,” located on the top of Eagle’s Nest Hill, offering not only delicious dishes but also a magnificent panoramic view.

When taking a gastronomic tour of local restaurants, be sure to try fern soup, squid ink croutons, grilled squid, mussel pilaf, venison stroganina, and Japanese dorayaki with maple syrup. The cost of a meal starts at 900 rubles.

🚶‍♀️Where to Walk and Sightseeing

It’s best to start exploring the city with a stroll along American and Lenin Streets, now Svetlanskaya Street. Almost every building on it is a historical monument. Slightly higher up is Admiral Fokin Street, the “Arbat of Vladivostok.” From its area, there is a view of Amur Bay. At exactly noon, a signal cannon is fired from here.

The Golden Bridge, or the Bridge over the Golden Horn, connects the shores of the bay of the same name. It is a cable-stayed structure with the longest main span in the world.

The Sports Embankment on the shore of Amur Bay is a favorite recreation spot for locals, with a beautiful parade embankment and yacht club. From here, you can reach Tokarevsky Cape and Egersheld Lighthouse — the farthest point on the mainland.

🏛Museums

The capital of Primorye is rich in museums. The Arseniev Museum introduces the history of the Far East from ancient times to the present day. The Sukhanov House Museum tells about life in pre-revolutionary Russia, and masterpieces of Russian and foreign painting are exhibited in the Primorye Art Gallery.

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⚡️Moscow Calls for Increased African Representation on UN Security Council

📰🇷🇺🇺🇳 Russia has called for greater representation of Africa on the UN Security Council, highlighting the need to address historical injustice and recognize the contemporary role of African states.

"Africa's weak representation on the Security Council does not correspond to its current role, while Western countries are massively overrepresented," Dmitry Polyanskiy, Russia's First Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, said at a council meeting.

Polyanskiy noted that "we see expansion as a logical and long-overdue step towards rectifying historical injustice, primarily with regard to African states.”

⁉️ The issue of increasing African representation on the UN Security Council remains topical and requires further discussion and consensus among all UN members. Moscow's call could serve as a catalyst for long-awaited changes in the structure of this key international body.

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📍 The Asaf Islands are a picturesque archipelago on the Volga River consisting of five sandy islands, stretching for about 4 km. It arose due to the flooding of the sandy Volga banks during the construction of the Nizhny Novgorod hydroelectric power station.

🏞 The archipelago is famous for its untouched nature, flora and fauna. Here you can see rare species of birds, fish and plants, as well as enjoy quiet beaches and secluded corners.

🎣 The Asaf Islands are a great place for fishing, camping and active recreation. Tourists can engage in water sports, walk along picturesque trails and have picnics.

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⚡️Unique Expedition: 63 Schoolchildren from 15 Countries Embark on North Pole Journey

🌏 As many as 63 schoolchildren from 15 countries, including Russia, Belarus, Armenia, India, Hungary, China, South Africa, and others, have set off on an exciting voyage to the North Pole as part of the Arctic expedition “Icebreaker of Knowledge – 2024.” These young explorers, participants in the World Festival of Youth and Students 2022, will find themselves at the edge of the Earth to learn more about the science and ecology of the Arctic.

🧊 Aboard the legendary icebreaker “50 Let Pobedy,” they will sail through the Arctic until August 22, carrying the flags of their countries to the northernmost continent. They are accompanied on their journey by scientists, experts, and science communicators who will share their knowledge and experience.

✔️ As part of this unique expedition, the participants will land on the surface of the pole and take part in lectures and workshops organized by the Znanïe society. They will learn about climate change, Arctic ecosystems, and the role of science in preserving the environment.

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🌼 A huge chamomile field somewhere in Dagestan

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🏀 Children playing basketball 1961

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⚡️Swan Lake on Ice!

📰🧊 During a cruise to the North Pole aboard the icebreaker “50 Let Pobedy,” one of the participants made history!

🩰 A ballet enthusiast stepped out onto the pristine white ice and performed an excerpt from the ballet “Swan Lake,” standing on pointe at the top of the world!

🎻 This unique performance of Tchaikovsky’s legendary music is believed to be the first ever at the North Pole.

🚢 The icebreaker “50 Let Pobedy” is one of the most powerful nuclear-powered icebreakers in the world, capable of navigating the thick ice of the Arctic. The “Icebreaker of Knowledge – 2024” expedition aims to popularize science and ecology among young people.

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⚡️Their Slogans Are Just Masks

❗️ 🇧🇫 In Burkina Faso, terrorists have been exposed.

📢 On August 10, a press conference was held by the “Pan-African Youth Planet” organization in response to the scandalous revelation of Ukraine’s involvement in supporting terrorists in Mali.

❌ Seeing the direct interference in the affairs of a sovereign state, activists called on their governments to take decisive action.

“We call on our authorities to sever relations with any state that is involved in terrorism,” said the conference coordinator Nestor Podasse.

🎨 Members of the organization painted graffiti on a hill in Bobo-Dioulasso to depict and condemn Western interference in the affairs of sovereign countries (see photo).

👥 The artwork portrays the faces of supporters of international terrorism: the USA, France, and Ukraine, who do not hesitate to use the “services” of militants for their own interests, including in the Sahel region.

🎭 The graffiti is accompanied by a phrase that speaks volumes: “Their slogans are just masks.”

📉 Ukraine is persistently trying to compete with Russia in Africa, even opening new embassies on the continent. However, recent events have seriously undermined Ukraine’s position, as Africans now see them as accomplices of terrorists.

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🗺 Travel Guide: Rostov Veliky - The Pearl of Russia's Golden Ring

Rostov Veliky is a small yet proud city that stands as one of the brightest pearls in Russia's Golden Ring. With a population of just over 30,000, this city has managed to preserve its historical appearance and cultural heritage. Every trip to Rostov Veliky is a true journey through time, allowing one to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of ancient Rus.

☀️ When to Go

Rostov Veliky can be visited at any time of the year thanks to its temperate continental climate. In summer, it is not too hot, and the coolness emanating from Lake Nero creates comfortable conditions for walking. In winter, the city transforms into a real fairy tale, when the snowy landscapes add a special atmosphere to its ancient streets.

🛃 How to Get There

Rostov Veliky is a small town with no airport, so you will have to get there via Moscow. From Moscow, you can travel to Rostov Veliky by train, bus, or car. The most comfortable option is, of course, by car, and the distance to the city is only 200 kilometers. However, it is worth considering that Moscow traffic jams can have an unpredictable impact on the travel time.

If you prefer a more economical option, then you can choose the bus. However, here too, the travel time can be unpredictable. For those who love to travel to the rhythm of the wheels, the most punctual mode of transport will be the train, which departs several times a day.

🏙 City Districts

Rostov Veliky is a compact city where every attraction is within walking distance. The Kremlin, Lake Nero, and the city's main museums can easily be explored on foot, so when choosing accommodation, you don't have to worry about its location.

🚘 Transport

For exploring Rostov, it is best to choose a walking route. The city is rich in architectural monuments (there are about 324 of them, of which almost 100 are of federal importance), and leisurely walks will allow you to enjoy their beauty. In summer, it is especially pleasant to take a boat trip on Lake Nero, for example, on the motor ship "Zarya". An hour-long cruise will cost about 500 rubles.

🇷🇺 Cuisine

Rostov Veliky offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of real Russian cuisine. It is recommended to try dumplings stuffed with pike caught in Lake Nero, as well as pike perch in two versions - in the form of Rostov fish soup and a mysterious dish called "telnoye". If you plan to visit Rostov in May, do not miss the "Velikaya Rostovskaya ukha" festival, which takes place as part of the City Day.

Local cafes also offer a variety of delicacies, especially mushrooms picked in the surrounding forests. Quench your thirst with traditional Russian drinks: kvass, mors, sbiten, and mead.

🇷🇺 Attractions

The main attraction of the city is the Rostov Kremlin. It is a magnificent complex with numerous domes, arched passages, and the Assumption Cathedral. The Kremlin is so large and interesting that it is almost impossible to see it all in one day.

Another interesting place is the Museum of the Frog Princess. More than 2,000 frogs of various shapes and sizes are collected in an old merchant building, making a visit to it unforgettable.

Art and craft lovers can visit the museum at the "Rostovskaya Finift" factory, where you can see how the famous miniatures are created. Or head to the "Khors" gallery and the House of Crafts.

☄️ Must-Dos in Rostov Veliky

✔️ Learn to beat the loafers.
✔️ Try your hand at being a bell ringer.
✔️ Catch a pike in Lake Nero and make a wish - what if it comes true?

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📰🇷🇺🚀 The Soyuz-2.1a launch vehicle has successfully launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome, delivering the Progress MS-28 cargo ship to the International Space Station.

📦 This Russian spacecraft is transporting about 2.6 tons of vital cargo, including 1.2 tons of materials for the crew and scientific equipment. In addition, Progress MS-28 carries 950 kg of fuel, 420 kg of drinking water and 50 kg of nitrogen to maintain the station's atmosphere.

⏳ Two days after launch, Progress MS-28 will approach the International Space Station. Docking with the Zvezda module is scheduled for August 17 at 08:56 Moscow time.

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🛬 In 1963, the leader of the Cuban revolution, Fidel Castro, visited Yekaterinburg.

🤱 The visit resulted in eleven registrations of the name "Fidel" in local maternity hospitals that year.

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📝 The idiom "Дойти до ручки" (Doyti do ruchki) is found only in the Russian language and means "to reach a dead end".

🧐 Literally translated as "reach the handle". The history of the emergence of such an expression is quite unusual.
It is associated with kalach - a traditional Russian bread in the shape of a lock with a handle. Kalachs were usually eaten by holding onto this very handle. This ensured basic hygiene: people did not eat what they touched with their hands; after eating the kalach, the handle was thrown away or given to beggars or dogs. Well, about those who picked up these pieces of bread, they said "reached the handle" - that is, they found themselves in a difficult financial situation, became impoverished.

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✨🌺A beautiful bouquet of flowers!

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🧬In Russia, a suitable vaccine for the prevention of monkeypox has been found.

💉The vaccine is available at the Federal Budgetary Institution of Science “State Research Center of Virology and Biotechnology ‘Vector’” of Rospotrebnadzor.

🗓Back in 2022, “Vector” of Rospotrebnadzor registered a fourth-generation vaccine for the prevention of smallpox and other orthopoxvirus infections called “OrthopoxVac”. This vaccine is also intended for the prevention of monkeypox, which belongs to the orthopoxvirus genus.

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