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#OTD in 1804 the renowned Russian composer Mikhail #Glinka was born. He is often regarded as the forefather of Russian classical music. Among his greatest works are operas 👑 A Life for the Tsar & 👸 Ruslan and Lyudmila. His Patriotic Song was the Russian anthem for 7 years. https://t.co/XV1PpatAfY — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1725 the Order of St. Alexander Nevsky was established. 🎖It was awarded to 3674 subjects of the Russian Empire, later reinstated in the #USSR during #WWII. Today it is a sign of distinction for excellent civil service & strengthening the international prestige of Russia https://t.co/hCvx6II7H3 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @UAC_Russia_eng: Today marks the 90th anniversary of the Russian Military Transport Aviation! https://t.co/fPUC745bfF — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: #RiseAndShine #LoveMoscow #VintageMoscow 📸 Gorky (Tverskaya) Street, Moscow, 1957 https://t.co/5JvuXvssTZ — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: #RiseAndShine #LoveMoscow #VintageMoscow 📸 Gorky (Tverskaya) Street, Moscow, 1957 https://t.co/5JvuXvssTZ — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🧡#OTD in 2003 the famous, one and only #AmberRoom was completely restored (after the Nazis plundered it in 1942) & re-opened fo… — PolitiTweet.org

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🐻 #Mishka & #Mashka in the house! These orphaned bear cubs are being taken care of at the new rehabilitation centre in the Altai Biosphere Reserve, 🇷🇺Russia. 🌲 The cubs are doing well, are to return to the wilds & rejoin their relatives this August! #ProtectWildlife https://t.co/4hXprkALnV — PolitiTweet.org

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🐻#Mishka & #Mashka in the house! These orphaned bear cubs are being taken care of at the new rehabilitation centre in the Altai Biosphere Reserve, 🇷🇺Russia. 🌲 The cubs are doing well, are to return to the wilds & rejoin their relatives this August! #ProtectWildlife https://t.co/DgrvXhTriH — PolitiTweet.org

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1️⃣3️⃣0️⃣ years ago the first stone of the Great Siberian Railway (the #TransSiberian) was laid in Vladivostok. 🛤 It is the longest & most spectacular railway line. Have a trip of a lifetime: 8 time zones, 87 cities, 16 rivers - a world to explore. #ExploreRussia #VisitRussia https://t.co/Wwr6NhlRXB — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: #RiseAndShine #LoveMoscow #VintageMoscow 📸 Gorky (Tverskaya) Street, Moscow, 1957 https://t.co/5JvuXvssTZ — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🧡#OTD in 2003 the famous, one and only #AmberRoom was completely restored (after the Nazis plundered it in 1942) & re-opened fo… — PolitiTweet.org

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👟 Run, Russia, Run! 🏃🏃‍♀️ #Russia's biggest half-marathon with a synchronized start #Zabeg took place across the country. ☝️ It spanned 11 time zones & 85 cities with 150K+ participants. Feels like a new world record was set. Great fun either way, stay tuned for more 😉 https://t.co/bs9Yg5sL3j — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🍲Summer is round the corner – a healthy & refreshing lunch would hit the spot! Try #okroshka – the classic Russian cold soup wi… — PolitiTweet.org

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#RiseAndShine #LoveMoscow #VintageMoscow 📸 Gorky (Tverskaya) Street, Moscow, 1957 https://t.co/5JvuXvssTZ — PolitiTweet.org

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🧡#OTD in 2003 the famous, one and only #AmberRoom was completely restored (after the Nazis plundered it in 1942) & re-opened for the public at the @tsarskoyeselo It is a one-of-a-kind XVIII century royal chamber decorated in amber & gold. Definitely, 🪣 #BucketList quality. https://t.co/iAhjFuXaJ9 — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1858 the City of Military Glory #Khabarovsk was founded. #DYK? ☀️ It is one of the sunniest cities of Russia 💵 It is depicted on the Russian largest denomination - 5000 ₽ 🏞 The Amur river is among the longest in Russia - 2824 km. #VisitRussia https://t.co/uxdUciHrLR — PolitiTweet.org

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🎈📸#OTD in 1886, Russian aeronaut & inventor Alexander #Kovanko pioneered aerial photography in #Russia by taking 3 shots of #StPetersburg from a balloon. ☝️ He took part in studies of the atmosphere in a duo with Dmitri #Mendeleev, ensuring that aeronauts gained recognition. https://t.co/eU2sW26DXt — PolitiTweet.org

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🇷🇺#OTD in 1814 – 2 months after Russian troops entered the French capital – the Treaty of Paris was signed between France & 6 European powers, including Russia. ☝️Instead of revenge, Russia showed mercy, kept France powerful to preserve the balance of power in Europe https://t.co/5uKHtAGPDN — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 💎 #OTD 1⃣7⃣5⃣ years ago the iconic Russian jeweler Karl Gustavovich #Fabergé was born in #SaintPetersburg. He turned jewelcr… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 👨‍🚀 #OTD in 1934 the absolute legend of space exploration - 1st human to perform #spacewalk - Soviet-Russian cosmonaut was born… — PolitiTweet.org

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🍲Summer is round the corner – a healthy & refreshing lunch would hit the spot! Try #okroshka – the classic Russian cold soup with fresh veggies & kvass or kefir, i.e. fermented wheat or milk drinks. 👉Easy to cook, perfect for eating out! Test yourself: https://t.co/3dSxbUXXVl https://t.co/aGcVrBbeHn — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 👨‍🚀 #OTD in 1934 the absolute legend of space exploration - 1st human to perform #spacewalk - Soviet-Russian cosmonaut was born… — PolitiTweet.org

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☝️Long before @Tinder was invented, Russian men already knew where to find a "match". 🏙#OTD in 1871, #Ivanovo gained the city status & emerged as a major centre for textile production, receiving a name of the "city of brides", as most textile workers were women. #ExploreRussia https://t.co/ozVjkTg5A5 — PolitiTweet.org

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☝️ For the first time in 100 years, a full-fledged new railway station was opened in @moscow! 🚆The 10th station for long-distance trains, #Vostochny (Eastern), began operating in #Moscow, forming a major transport hub & enabling passengers to get faster to their destinations. https://t.co/CGiVoPWkI2 — PolitiTweet.org

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💎 #OTD 1⃣7⃣5⃣ years ago the iconic Russian jeweler Karl Gustavovich #Fabergé was born in #SaintPetersburg. He turned jewelcrafting into a new art form - creating the exquisite Fabergé easter eggs, intricate gem-flowers, ships-in-an-egg - 😍 his imagination running wild. https://t.co/fdNz8Jq83C — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 👨‍🚀 #OTD in 1934 the absolute legend of space exploration - 1st human to perform #spacewalk - Soviet-Russian cosmonaut was born… — PolitiTweet.org

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👨‍🚀 #OTD in 1934 the absolute legend of space exploration - 1st human to perform #spacewalk - Soviet-Russian cosmonaut was born. Today he would have turned 87... Also was a Commander of the Souyz ship at the ASTP mission, talented artist & more - he will be dearly remembered! ❤️ https://t.co/MUS6y90xkT — PolitiTweet.org

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😍 Good news, #curling fans! 🥌 #ArcticCurlingCup2021 feat. mixed double teams kicked off in the northern polar town of 🇷🇺 Dudinka. 🇷🇺🇭🇺🇸🇪🇨🇭🇮🇹🇪🇪 5 Russian squads + guests from #Hungary, #Sweden, #Switzerland, #Italy and #Estonia are participating. May the best team win! https://t.co/Y3jmg1LOV9 — PolitiTweet.org

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Today Russia's #Sochi celebrates City Day! Not only it is a popular sea AND ski resort, but a prime location for epic events: 🏅2014 Olympics and Paralympics 🏎 Formula 1 Russian Grand Prix (recurring) 🏆 2018 FIFA World Cup #VisitRussia https://t.co/HyqeK0moYE — PolitiTweet.org

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🌉 #OTD in 1903 the #Trinity Bridge in #SaintPetersburg was unveiled marking the 200th Anniversary of the then Russian capital. Today it is a signature landmark and a striking #ArtNouveau masterpiece. Besides, until 1965 it was the longest bridge in #SaintPetersburg - 582 m! https://t.co/wInHosrHXe — PolitiTweet.org