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Epiphany Bathing: Moscow Underground

On March 15, 2014 by Tim Newman

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I posted up some photos of people in Russia doing their yearly Epiphany bathing last week. Basically as part of the new year celebrations they get down to their underpants, go outside and...

Vladimir Chuprikov: Russian Winter Photos

On March 15, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Vladimir Chuprikov is a Russian photographer. He took these pictures near the town of Perm in Russia. Just so you know, Perm is in the Urals. The pictures look made up and too...

The Mysterious Russian Stonehenge

On March 8, 2014 by Tim Newman

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These mysterious stones are found on the Mountain (Gornaya) Shoria in the Kemerov region of Russia. At first they just look like lumps of naturally placed stone, but when investigated a little closer they...

Siberia 100 Years Ago

On March 8, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Siberia is massive and cold and anyone that manages to survive there gets a tip of my hat. Here’s some pictures of the people of Yenisei province, Siberia from the early 1900s. Bleak,...

Winter In Chernobyl Is Strangely Beautiful

On March 2, 2014 by Tim Newman

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The word Chernobyl is synonymous with poisonous destruction and today the place has been left to mother nature to reclaim. Here are some photos of what the infected area looks like this winter:...

Old Photos From Russia

On March 2, 2014 by Tim Newman

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I came across some recoloured photos of Russian life in the 20’s? 30’s? 40’s? I don’t know. I just liked them, so have a look yourself… I wish I could hear what the...

Everyday Life In A Russian Village

On February 9, 2014 by Tim Newman

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This is a photo diary of life in a traditional, small Russian village. Away from the cut and thrust of modern living the pictures seem like a breath of fresh air. I thought I’d share...

Lena Pillars: An Amazing And Remote Geological Wonder

On February 9, 2014 by Tim Newman

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The Lena pillars are an impressive natural rock formation along the banks of the Lena River in far eastern Siberia. The magnificent stone pillars are each 150-300m (490-985ft) high. The Lena pillars became a UNESCO world heritage...

PHOTOS: Epiphany Bathing In Russia 2014

On February 9, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Every year on the 19th January Orthodox Russian Christians dunk themselves into killer cold water as part of a religious festival. The activity is dedicated to to the moment Jesus was baptised in...

VIDEO: Lamp Post Saves Pedestrian’s Life

On January 25, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Anyone who’s been anywhere near the internet in the last few years knows that the roads in Russia can be pretty hairy. This short video shows you that the pavements aren’t much better....

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