Ρωσία
Russia, the world’s largest country, stretches from Eastern Europe all the way to northern Asia. The Russian Federation is made up of 85 federal subjects. Moscow, the capital, serves as the cultural and political heart of the nation. Home to over 140 million people, Russia’s official language is Russian. Highlights include the Kremlin, the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, and Lake Baikal. The climate varies greatly, ranging from harsh conditions in Siberia to milder weather in the European part of the country. Summer is the best time to visit, when temperatures are pleasantly warm.
