The city of St. Petersburg has about 260 palaces. One of the most famous that I suggest that you visit is the Yusupov Palace, home of an important aristocratic family in imperial Russia. It is a beautiful, luxurious palace but not as overwhelming as the Hermitage. Its exterior is modest but hides an interior full of elegance. In addition, the palace is well known for being the scene of Rasputin's Read More
St. Petersburg’s Public transport: the Podorozhnik card
The best way to get around St. Petersburg is by public transport, either by metro or by bus. In this article I will tell you about the transport tickets that are worth buying to move around the city in public transport. Updated on January 22, 2020. Published on May 30, 2017 1. Public transport in St. Petersburg In St. Petersburg you can use the public transport and go to places by metro, bus, Read More
St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow. Visits, tickets and schedules
St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow, located in Red Square, is definitely a must-go visit in the Russian capital. The entrance costs 700 rubles (it’s free for children up to 16 years old). In this article I tell you what to see in St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow and how to organize your visit (tickets, schedules, duration and guided tours). Updated on January 20, 2020 (written on July 14, 2016) 1. Read More
How to get a Russian visa in New Zealand in an easy way
I’ve had to apply for tourist visas to Russia for family and friends on several different occasions and in different countries. In this article, based on my experience, I want to explain step by step how a New Zealander citizen can obtain a visa on their own to travel to Russia. I’ll explain how to gather all of the documents you’ll need to apply for a visa from your computer in a way that is Read More
How to get a Russian visa in Sri Lanka in an easy way
Applying for a visa to travel to Russia from Sr Lanka, whether for work, business, study or tourism, is not as complicated a process as it may seems. In this article, I'll explain how to gather all of the documents you'll need to apply for a visa from your computer in a way that is quick (less than 1 hour) and cost-effective. INTRODUCTION I’ve had to apply for tourist visas to Russia for Read More
Zaryadye Park in Moscow: one of the best places in the world
Zaryadye Park is one of the new symbols of the city and has already gained international recognition. Located in the heart of Moscow, a stone's throw from the Kremlin, it recreates the different landscapes of Russia. Its floating bridge has already become one of the city’s main tourist attractions. But the park also includes exhibitions, concert halls and restored historic buildings. Zaryadye Park Read More
Do I need the original invitation to get a Russian visa or just a hard copy?
A very frequent question when it comes to getting an invitation to Russia is if I need the original or if a hard copy is enough. It depends: some consulates only require a hard copy while others request the original. In this article I explain how to know in which countries a copy is sufficient and in which countries the original invitation is necessary. I also explain how to request the original Read More
Step by step guide to get your Russian visa (in an easy way)
I’ve had to apply for tourist visas to Russia for family and friends on several different occasions and in different countries. In this article, based on my experience, I want to explain step by step how you can obtain a visa on your own to travel to Russia. I’ll explain how to gather all of the documents you’ll need to apply for a visa from your computer in a way that is quick (less Read More
How to obtain a Russian Visa in an easy and cost-effective way in 2020
Applying for a visa to travel to Russia from Australia, US or UK, whether for work, business, study or tourism, is not as complicated a process as it may seems. In this article, I'll explain how to gather all of the documents you'll need to apply for a visa from your computer in a way that is quick (less than 1 hour) and cost-effective. Updated January 11, 2020. Posted on October 3, Read More
Russian Embassies, Consulates and Visa Centers – Updated list
In this section I have compiled the official websites of the Russian Embassies and Consulates located worldwide (from New York to Sydney, passing through London, Paris, Berlin or New Delhi), as well as the existing Russian Visa Centres, sorted by county and city. Below you can see the list that I will try to keep updated. Introduction Russia is present in some 150 countries around the Read More
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