Introduction
Russia is a land of snow and deadly winters with its criss crossed network of rivers and the meadows found in abundance here. Wrapped in its historical and cultural legacy, Russia remains a must see destination. The best time to visit Russia is in July and August. In early autumn, the leaves are turning and you can easily pick mushrooms and berries. If you want to witness the changes going on in Russia then Moscow is the barometer. Moscow's is the capital city entrapping in itself the history.

Novgorod is the historic city settled in the 9th century, which remained Russia's pioneering artistic and political centre for 600 years. The Church of Our Saviour-at-Ilino is one of the Russia's most charming church, a must visit in Novgorod. Sochi with the Caucasus Mountains as its backdrop is highlighted with waterfalls, hilltop views, gardens, spa towns and alpine vistas. St Petersburg comes at your way with its palace-lined waterways making it a true 'Venice of the North'.

The Volga city inhabited on the banks of the lifeline of Russia, the Europe's longest, 3700km-long River Volga lies in the north of Moscow. One can enjoy the ship cruises in the Volga's waters. The kremlin and several mosques; Lenin's birthplace, Ulyanovsk with attendant memorabilia. Volgograd is also known as the battlefield of World War II, monuments and museums.

The tourists should atleast board once the Trans-Siberian Railway which takes the tourists to a memorable six-days 9446km (5857mi) journey from Moscow to Vladivostok on the Pacific coast, passing through dense forests of birch and pine and vast steppes. The route also covers past the Siberia's Lake Baikal, a waterway as big as Belgium and home to the world's only freshwater seal, and the most multicultural and appealing city Irkutsk.

Murmansk is ideal for adventure and sport lovers as the month of March is known for the celebration of the Festival of the North, which features reindeer races and a ski marathon. Vyborg is one of Europe's oldest cities with an imposing medieval castle built on a rock in the bay. Russia is perfect for trekking or mountaineering, hiking or kayaking, bicycling and skiing.