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RT @Russia: 🏛️ #OTD in 1858 the Saint #Isaac's Cathedral in #SaintPetersburg was consecrated. It is considered to be the last great archi… — PolitiTweet.org

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🎹 Today Russia’s renowned virtuoso #pianist Denis #Matsuev turns 4️⃣6️⃣! One of the most sought-after musicians he performs in the best and prestigious concert halls of the world & always has an unfailing success 👍 🥳 Happy birthday, @DenisMatsuev! 🎶 https://t.co/y8pH1rVbUZ https://t.co/PMnJV69HxR — PolitiTweet.org

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📸 Night lights of the Moscow State University - the then newly built, now iconic @MSU_1755 main building. Soviet auto classic GAZ-M20 #Pobeda in the foreground. The 1950s... https://t.co/w2zt1pVlkv — PolitiTweet.org

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🏛️ #OTD in 1858 the Saint #Isaac's Cathedral in #SaintPetersburg was consecrated. It is considered to be the last great architectural marvel of #classicism. Can fit 12K people inside! Today it's a #mustsee 🇷🇺 museum, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. https://t.co/k3CkTWwKw6 — PolitiTweet.org

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Today is World #IceCreamDay! In Russia, we are proud of our brands which have stood the test of time: 🍦#GUM plombirs in waffle cups; 🍦choc-ice on a stick - #eskimo; 🍦“Sweet tooth” plombirs; 🍦fruity sorbet. #VisitRussia to decide which one is your favourite! https://t.co/NZ2IvmRyMI — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🚄 #OTD in 1931 the iconic #RedArrow overnight speed train connecting #Moscow & #SaintPetersburg departed for its first run. Goi… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🛡 OTD in 1807 the world-famous #Kalashnikov Concern was founded as a small arms plant in the city of Izhevsk. Although best kn… — PolitiTweet.org

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🎊Soviet-Russian animation studio #Soyuzmultfilm celebrates its 8️⃣5️⃣th Anniversary! 🎞 Since 1936 it released 1500+ hand-drawn, puppet, plasticine cartoons - timeless classics with iconic characters, that have become an integral part of Russian pop culture. Can you name a few? https://t.co/0zxXmqHNmF — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1921, #YasnayaPolyana - the literary sanctuary of the world acclaimed Russian writer Leo #Tolstoy - opened its doors for public. 🏡Located 200 km from Moscow, it contains the writer's mansion, the school he founded for peasant children & a huge library - #MustVisit https://t.co/gJxaW2TQui — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @MID_Kaliningrad: #VisitRussia🇷🇺Visit @KaliningradReg|ion! 🌅 View of the seaside resort town of #Zelenogradsk from ferris wheel. Zele… — PolitiTweet.org

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⛪️ Today in 1712 the first foundation stone of the Peter and Paul Cathedral was laid. It was built in such a way that the historical wooden temple remained inside the new building. ❤️ Now the cathedral is the heart of #SaintPetersburg. https://t.co/LbLDR2T42i — PolitiTweet.org

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🚄 #OTD in 1931 the iconic #RedArrow overnight speed train connecting #Moscow & #SaintPetersburg departed for its first run. Going ~70km/h & covering 650+ km in 9h45m - real breakthrough back then. Modern-day #RedArrow is a cool way to travel between 2 largest Russian cities. https://t.co/fMm1eHjHZH — PolitiTweet.org

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🛡 OTD in 1807 the world-famous #Kalashnikov Concern was founded as a small arms plant in the city of Izhevsk. Although best known for its assault rifle series (#AK47, #AK74, #AK12) it produces a diverse line-up of top-class products, including robots, bikes & medical equipment https://t.co/KUpUXOy5Gb — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🍻Have you tried Russian Beer? During the Soviet era the #Zhigulevskoye (Samara-based Zhiguli brewery) gained worldwide renown… — PolitiTweet.org

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👉 In Russia, to be considered a #droog one has to go through thick and thin together. Until a relationship has withstood all the tests, you can only qualify as a #priyatel... 🔗More on the shades of friendship in Russia: https://t.co/ZNSc5mmQd2 https://t.co/mSbCVbwTz6 — PolitiTweet.org

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🖼 #MuseumWeek, a virtual, worldwide cultural event on social media takes place from June 7 to 13. 🗺 Many Russian museums, incl. @KremlinMuseums, @state_hermitage, @cathedralspb et al, take part in this event. #DiscoverRussia & plan your weekend: 🔗 https://t.co/RJspPxkCV5 https://t.co/RZys4lAGcL — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🍻Have you tried Russian Beer? During the Soviet era the #Zhigulevskoye (Samara-based Zhiguli brewery) gained worldwide renown… — PolitiTweet.org

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👑 Peter the Great was born #OTD in 1672. 🚢 Best known for his extensive reforms aimed at establishing Russia as a Great Power, he created a strong navy, embraced certain Western innovations & modernized Russia. #SaintPetersburg is named after him - the city's founder! https://t.co/IP2c5x75bW — PolitiTweet.org

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🇷🇺🎉 Russian 29 yo tennis star Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova reaches her first #GrandSlam semis! Took only 53 #BigFour attempts in the main draws to reach this stage 😊 Go @NastiaPav! Great game so far, thrilled to see what's next 🎾 🤞🏼We wish you luck! #GoRussia #RonaldGarros https://t.co/9uWJnW7f5z — PolitiTweet.org

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🍻Have you tried Russian Beer? During the Soviet era the #Zhigulevskoye (Samara-based Zhiguli brewery) gained worldwide renown for its quality taste - no small feat to keep with strict GOST certification standards! Today it's a top Russian #beer brand 👉 https://t.co/zEeGFxC7f8 https://t.co/8mTEZA7Yx4 — PolitiTweet.org

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🌐Today is the #FriendshipDay! For Russians, friendship is sacred. Not only on personal level, but between peoples - our country has always been ready to come to the rescue of its friends. The Soviet-era art is most reflective of our special attitude towards friendship 👇 https://t.co/CUh9Esqz7U — PolitiTweet.org

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🏛#OTD in 1883, Emperor Alexander III inaugurated the State Historical Museum, one of the main #Russian treasury. 🌐One of the world largest museums, @StateHistorical is a primary place to learn about the development of 🇷🇺#Russia and its people from ancient times to the present. https://t.co/4nGWK4s38J — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: Today is... World #Petersburg #CatsDay 🐱 #Russia's cultural capital is home to many creative and diverse kitties, including th… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: Today is... World #Petersburg #CatsDay 🐱 #Russia's cultural capital is home to many creative and diverse kitties, including th… — PolitiTweet.org

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🌊Today is the @UN-designated #WorldOceansDay. 🐠 Russia is the only country in the world whose shores are washed by 12 seas of 3 oceans: Pacific, Arctic & Atlantic. 🐋More than 50 species of marine mammals live in Russia. https://t.co/fyrO70w3jC — PolitiTweet.org

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All of #Russia’s ethnic groups carefully preserve their national traditions. One of these unique rites is the #Nenets marriage ritual. They live a modern life, but still prefer to celebrate weddings the way their ancestors did Have a look at this event: https://t.co/S2eYoqoRi4 https://t.co/nbkeSuKJCs — PolitiTweet.org

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🎨#OTD in 1837 Ivan Kramskoi, a great Russian painter & art critic, was born. 🖼He was an art rebel, a prominent member of the #Peredvizhniki movement, an advisor to the collector Pavel #Tretyakov, who created the world-famous @Tretyakovgal. https://t.co/qZTi45Rqvv — PolitiTweet.org

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Today is Republic of #Karelia Day! 🌲 ☕️Russia's #Karelia is like nothing you've seen - charming & welcoming. #Karelia IS... white nights, blueberries, river rafting, skiing, pristine nature reserves, famous monasteries, ancient villages & cultural sites. #VisitRussia https://t.co/KspbwKLdzi — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: Today is... World #Petersburg #CatsDay 🐱 #Russia's cultural capital is home to many creative and diverse kitties, including th… — PolitiTweet.org

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⚽️#OTD the #SovietUnion entered the @FIFAWorldCup first time - at the 1958 tournament with a dramatic 2-2 draw against 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿#England. 2️⃣ weeks later the #USSR knocked England out of the competition in play-offs, making to the quarter-finals. https://t.co/wLMXNwyVMI — PolitiTweet.org