Deportations are one of the most tragic pages in Soviet history, and continue to be a sensitive issue for many members of the repressed ethnic and social groups. So what was the goal of that policy?

These majestic royal residences with their splendid parks were occupied by the Germans and almost completely destroyed. It took many years for them to be painstakingly restored, and now we can admire ...

There are no true members of the Skoptsy sect left in contemporary Russia. But in the 19th century, according to some sources, this organization that believed in the absolution of sins through ...

Some claim the book is always better than the film. Others argue that screen adaptations help give new life to books that no longer thrill and challenge. Whatever side of the debate you take, have a ...

In old Russia, the steam bath, aka ‘banya’, was a place where people washed themselves, while these days, it’s rather a popular attraction, especially among foreigners. Let’s take a peek at what it ...

At the beginning of the 17th century, the Poles had a chance to crush their main rival and become the ruler of Eastern Europe. For centuries, Eastern Europe was a battleground between two Slavic ...

As someone who has made a name for himself in trying to shatter myths about Russia, I get a lot of questions about what it takes to move here. Be warned: none of anything below is a reason to give up ...

While Russia and the United States border each other in the North Pacific, the two countries often seem to be very far apart. Nevertheless, the U.S. has many towns and cities that still bear traces of ...

November marks the 75th anniversary of the Soviet counter-offensive at Stalingrad. The Red Army’s victory over the Nazis in this bloodiest of battles is considered to be a turning point in World War ...

After many years of bringing Russian culture and history to global audiences, Russia Beyond is now concluding its journey. We want to thank you sincerely for your support, enthusiasm, and countless ...

Throughout World War II, the Moscow Metro not only continued to carry passengers on a daily basis but also served as a bomb shelter for millions of people. It was a place where people could eat, sleep ...

Martin Campbell/Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Columbia Pictures; EON Productions, 2006 If you ever happen to call a Russian number, you might be curious as to why it is James Bond’s code number. As many things ...