on the historic Volga. St.Petersburg holds the fascination of a time past. Created by Peter the Great to be his window on Europe, , it is considered to be the cultural heart of modern Russia. Cruise the canals around the Church on Spilled Blood
and visit Peterhof
and its spectacular fountains. Visits to small towns
and the enchanting Golden Ring cities of Yaroslavl, Kostroma
and Uglich provide unique opportunities to delve into Russian culture. In Yaroslavl we will visit the Savior Monastery
and Church of Elijah the Prophet. See local handcrafts in Kostroma. In Kitzhi we'll explore the exciting
Museum of Wooden Architecture. In picturesque Uglich the Cathedral of the Transfiguration is a reverent
and historic stop. We will join a Russian family home for breakfast, as well. At the small farming town of Goritsy is the Assumption Monastery of St.Cyril on the White Lake. Moscow brings a chance to experience the grandeur of Red Square
and the Kremlin. It is a city of contrasta, with modern skyscrapers alongside ancient monnasteries. Beautiful churches
and historic buildings are being restored to their former glory. The changing economy is bustling
and offers exciting shops
and street markets to explore. Witness the pageantry of the changing of the guard in Red Square. Marvel at the famous upscale GUM Department Store. St.PetersburgHermitage
Museum Cathedral of Sts.Peter
and Paul, the Tsars' tombs Peterhof Catherine Palace Cossack
Folk Dance Show Mandrogi Village
arts and crafts Historic village architecture Lake Onega scenic cruise Kizhi Island
Museum of Wooden Architecture Intercession Church Goritsy Assumption Monastery of St Cyril Yaroslavl Exquisite lacquer boxes Savior Transfiguration Cathedral Kostroma Impatiev Monastery
and bells Volga River cruising Uglich Breakfast with Russian family Cathedral of the Transfiguration Moscow Beautiful river views The Metro Red Square-changing of the guards Red Square-St.Basil's Cathedral GUM Department store The Kremlin Gardens, cafes
and fountains Moscow by night National
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