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North West Russia
Perhaps the most well
known city in Northwest Russian is St. Petersburg, but there are
many other cities in the region worth visiting. Eleven percent
of the population of Russia live in this region so where ever
you go you will find friendly faces and a welcoming atmosphere.
The North West region is vast and varied ? the area of the
region being larger than that of the Scandinavian countries
combined. This amazing region has a moderate continental climate
? from warm, humid summers to incredibly cold winters with snow
? change in a season which provides many different opportunities
for those seeking adventure.
When it comes to getting back to nature, you can choose from
several natural zones such as arctic, snow-laden deserts to
millennia old forests. There are also many rivers and lakes ?
many of which, besides being incredibly beautiful, are used as a
source of transportation. The largest lakes in Northwest Russia
are Ladoga, Onega, Beloye and Ilmen. Besides this natural
splendor, Northwest Russia also has natural riches. There are
large deposits of raw materials such as coal, copper and nickel
as well as oil, gas and peat. Much of the wood that is harvested
throughout Europe stems from the magnificent forests of Russia.
There is much to do
in this region as much of it is historically and architecturally
laden. St Petersburg makes for magnificent sightseeing
opportunities. Here you will find impressive turreted imperial
buildings and legendary palaces and churches. You could also
take a troika ride ? a traditional sleigh carriage drawn by
three horses ? to add a little enchantment to your trip.
You will find that
each city, town and village in North West Russia has its own
sense of charm and warmth which makes you feel immediately
welcome. Certainly you will find that Northwest Russia will
charm and delight you.
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