Did you know that Khrushchev was Ukrainian and Brezhnev was almost killed while hunting? Check out these rare photos of Soviet leaders.
A still from the movie 'The Death of Stalin' (2017) by Armando Iannucci.
Free Range FilmsThe release of the film The Death of Stalin has sparked intense debate about acceptable portrayals of former leaders, and the way Stalin is viewed in Russia and the West. His death remains veiled in mystery and fertile ground for conspiracy theories. Russia Beyond brings you three of the most intriguing.
The red stars on top of the Kremlin’s towers are symbols of a bygone era and a reminder of the country’s communist past. Check out these amazing photos from their history and learn what they’ve endured.
Kirovsky Zavod metro station
Getty ImagesStalin, ghosts, floods, and omens – here’s some fascinating and bizarre trivia about the cultural capital’s underground system.
Many Muscovites remember the days when it was possible to buy beer from street kiosks, jump on trains without paying, gamble, and smoke in public places. Oh, how the Russian capital has changed!
The ruble devaluation has forced Russian employers to limit their use of expensive, highly educated foreign professionals. Still, many expats have managed to stay in the country and are even more optimistic about the Russian economy than the locals.
Julian for NYC Dance Project
Ken & Deborah OryJulian MacKay grew up in a ballet-loving family, and today he’s a rising star on the Russian ballet scene. Russia Beyond caught up with him to find out how he feels about dancing on the great stages of Moscow and St. Petersburg.
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