Russia is a vast country with a land area of 17,098,200 square kilometers. It deserves to be the largest country in the world. At present, the country *** there are 22 self-governing **** and state, 46 regions, 9 border regions, 4 autonomous regions, 1 autonomous oblast and 3 federal municipalities of the first level of 85 administrative regions. Russia's administrative regions vary considerably, with the west being generally smaller in size and the Far East and Siberia both having larger administrative regions. Today, let's take a look at six of Russia's largest provincial administrations.
First, Sakha*** and State (Yakutia)
Sakha*** and State, with a total area of 3,103,200 square kilometers, is Russia's largest provincial administrative region, and the world's largest provincial administrative region. Its area is comparable to that of India, but it is sparsely populated, with a population of only about 950,000 people. The main population is Yakuts, a yellow race with Chinese looks, a hunting tradition and shamanism.
The State of Sahar*** and is located in northern Asia, near the Arctic Ocean, and has a cold climate. The land is almost entirely covered by permafrost, the deepest of which is 1,500 meters thick, the thickest in the world. It is home to Oymyakan, the cold pole of the northern hemisphere and one of the coldest permanent settlements in the world. The lowest temperature in history is -71.2.
Sahar*** and the country's fascinating natural beauty, unique ethnic traditions and primitive culture, a visit here will certainly leave an indelible impression.
Second, Krasnoyarsk Krai
Krasnoyarsk Krai, with a total area of 2,339,700 square kilometers and a total population of about 2,960,000 people, is located in the middle of Siberia, stretching from the Arctic Ocean all the way to the south of the Sayan Mountains, Krasnoyarsk Krai stretches almost 3,000 kilometers. Its northernmost point is Cherushkin Point, at 77.41 degrees north latitude, the northernmost point on the Russian and Asian continents.
Krasnoyarsk Krai is one of the richest regions of Russia in terms of natural resources, not only rich in oil, gas and various minerals, but also in flora and fauna, especially water. The annual flow of rivers reaches 700 cubic kilometers, which is 20% of Russia.
Third, Tyumen County
Tyumen, with a total area of 1,435,200 square kilometers and a total population of about 3.26 million people, is located in the western part of Siberia, bordered by the Kazakh steppe to the south and the frozen Arctic Ocean to the north. The location is important. Almost all strategic transportation routes pass through the oblast, including the famous Trans-Siberian Railway and a series of federal highways.
The Autumn County is one of the most prosperous entities in Russia, as it shares a 180-kilometer-long *** same border with Kazakhstan, and bilateral trade is growing day by day. Industry, transportation and real estate in the country's United States are also growing and prospering, and the nominal monthly salary per capita is second only to Moscow in the Russian Federation.
Fourth, Khabarovsk Krai
Khabarovsk Krai, with a total area of 788,600 square kilometers and a total population of about 1.33 million people, is located in Russia's Far East, bordering China's Heilongjiang Province. During the Qing Dynasty, the southern part of this frontier territory belonged to the inherent territory of northern China, which was later ceded to Russia through an unequal treaty.
The capital of the Khabarovsk Krai is Khabarovsk, which is customarily called Bury by the Chinese. Formerly a Chinese territory, it is located on the eastern bank of the confluence of the Heilongjiang and Ussuri rivers and has a population of about 1.2 million. It is the largest city in the Russian Far East, the fifth largest city in Russia, and an important air, water and railroad town in Trans-Manchu.
Fifth, Irkutsk Oblast
Irkutsk Oblast has a total area of 767,900 square kilometers, with a total population of about 2.5 million people, and is located in the southern part of East Siberia, the center of Asia and Europe. It is the political, economic and cultural center of East Siberia of Russia, with an excellent geographical location and rich natural resources. The forest coverage rate is 82%, and the harvestable forest accounts for 12 south of Russia
Irkutsk is also a place with beautiful natural scenery. Lake Baikal, currently a popular domestic tourist destination, is the only place in the oblast. Known as the bright eye of Siberia, Lake Baikal has a beautiful turquoise blue and clear water. Lake Baikal is the largest freshwater lake in the world, with an area of one-fifth of the world which is freshwater.
Sixth, Chukotka Autonomous Okrug
Chukotka Autonomous Okrug has a total area of 737,700 square kilometers, with a total population of about 50,000, is the lowest population density of the Russian provincial administrative regions. It is located in the northeastern corner of the Asian continent, the most northeastern tip of the world, known as the East Pole of the Earth most of its territory is located within the Arctic Circle.
The Chukotka Autonomous Region has a small population and a relatively backward economy that relies mainly on mining and fishing. To break a little newsflash, Roman Abramovich, the owner of Chelsea soccer club, was the governor of the district between 2000 and 2008.
As can be seen from history, Russia's six largest provincial administrative regions add up to 917.23 square kilometers, a difference of just over 400,000 square kilometers in land area from China. But with a total population of only about 11 million, the population density is really too low.
:2. Ranking of major cities in Russia
1. Minsk has a population of 1.7 million.
2. Gomel with 500,000 people.
3. Mogilev with a population of 380,000 people.
4. Vitebsk, with a population of 360,000 people.
5. Brest with a population of 300,000 people.
6. Grodno with a population of 300,000 people.
Belarus*** and the State of Belarus, or Belarus for short, is located in a landlocked country in Eastern Europe with a land area of 207.600 square kilometers and a population of about 9.5 million people. Most of them live near the capital Minsk and other large cities, 80% are Belarusians and the rest are Russians, Poles and Ukrainians.
Belarus has the same name as the city, and the capital, Minsk, is a separate administrative district.
3. Top 10 Tourist Cities in Russia
Moscow - the capital of Russia, the largest city in China, the capital of the Central Federal District!
St. Petersburg - the second largest city in China, known as the capital of the North Northwest Federal District. Comprehensive industrial center located on the Baltic Sea coast.
Ekaterinburg - the third largest city in China, fifth in population, capital of the Urals Federal District. Located on the border of Europe and Asia.
Nizhny Novgorod, the fourth most populous city in China, is the capital of the Federal District along the Volga River. A heavy industrial city located at the confluence of the Oka and Volga rivers.
Novosibirsk - the third most populous city in China and the center of the Siberian Federal District. Located at the confluence of the Great Siberian Railway and the Ob River.
Rostov is the capital of the Southern Federal District, located at the mouth of the Don River.
Vladivostok (Vladivostok) -, the second largest city in the Far East, an outlet to the sea in the east of Russia, a world-famous tourist city.
Ulan-Ude-Irkutsk is close to the world-famous freshwater lake - Lake Baikal.
:4. Top tourist cities in Russia
1. The Volta Reservoir in Ghana, with an area of 8,482 square kilometers.
Lake Volta Reservoir is located in the lower reaches of the Volta River in Ghana, and is the world's largest man-made lake, with a total area of 8,502 square kilometers, 3,234 square kilometers larger than Egypt's Nasser Reservoir, starting from the port of Datumali in the north, and extending to the Akosombo Dam in the south. The reservoir was built in 1965 when 78,000 residents were evacuated to towns outside the catchment area.
2. Smallwood Reservoir, Canada, 5,698 square kilometers
Smallwood Reservoir is a Canadian reservoir located in southwestern Labrador, under the jurisdiction of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. With an area of 6,460 square kilometers, it is the second largest reservoir in the world, with an island area of 67 square kilometers, an elevation of 471 meters, and a storage capacity of 28 cubic kilometers.
3. Russia's Gubishev reservoir, an area of 6450 square kilometers.
The Bishev Reservoir is a reservoir in the middle reaches of the Volga River and the lower reaches of the Kama River in Russia. It is located in the Chuvash*** and State, Mariell*** and State, Tatarstan*** and State, Samara Oblast and Ulyanovsk Oblast, and covers an area of 6,450 square kilometers. It is the largest reservoir in Europe and the third largest in the world. Cities next to the reservoir are Kazan, Ulyanovsk and Tolyatti. The left bank is arranged with double-lane two-stage locks, with four chambers 30m wide and 290m long.
4. Kariba Reservoir, Zambia, with an area of 5,580 square kilometers)
Lake Kariba is a reservoir located about 300 kilometers southeast of Zambia. Capital of the United States. It straddles the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Kariba Dam was built and its impoundment was completed between 1958 and 1963. It is now one of the famous tourist attractions in Zambia.
The reservoir is about 220 kilometers long and 40 kilometers wide, covering an area of 5,580 square kilometers with a capacity of 185 cubic kilometers. The average depth of water is 29 meters and the deepest is 97 meters. Huge storage capacity
5. Bukhtarma Reservoir, Kazakhstan, with an area of 5,490 square kilometers.
6. The Bukhtarma Reservoir, located in the upper reaches of the Irtysh River in East Kazakhstan, is one of the world's ten most famous reservoirs. Built in the former Soviet Union, the reservoir covers an area of 5,490 square kilometers and has a water depth of 80 meters.
5. Russia's top ten tourist attractions
Recommended three attractions
Red Square (in Moscow)
The place where military parades are held and tourists relax on Victory Day every year is the symbol of Moscow. Red Square is bordered by the Kremlin to the west, the Gum State Department Store to the east, and Russia's most beautiful onion-headed cathedral, St. Vasily Ascension Island, to the south. Walking around the square, you can experience the past history of the Russian nation, have your picture taken with a statue, or watch folk artists perform. As night falls, the buildings are lit up, making it the perfect time to capture the night view of Red Square.
StVassiliChurch of the Assumption
StVassiliChurch of the Assumption is Russia's most famous church, known for its nine onion heads of different shapes and colors. It is a landmark around the Kremlin and Red Square. The fine architectural art of the Orthodox Church is on full display here, and is now part of the National History Museum, where there are many frescoes to admire from the peoples of Eastern Europe from around the 16th century.
This church was built in the late 16th century to commemorate the pacification of the horrific Ivan Kazan Khanate. Legend has it that Ivan the Terrible ordered his own eyes to be blinded in order to keep the architects from building a more beautiful church. The legend could reflect how beautiful this church is while discrediting Ivan the Terrible.
Vasilian Cathedral consists of a series of chapels that at first glance look like a labyrinth, but in fact the layout is very regular: in the center of the church stands a central tower with a soaring vault, about 47 meters high, with a drum-shaped dome with a golden sheen; pyramidal cylindrical towers, the upper floor carved with deep niches, and the lower floor is a circle of tall rectangular windows. Surrounded by a cathedral of octagonal towers, the top is adorned with a huge onion dome. On the diagonal between these four towers are four chapels. The front doors of all eight towers face the cloisters inside the central church, and all the chapels are surrounded by corridors and staircases.
The onion domes are brightly colored and sparkle in the sunlight like fairy-tale castles.
Lenin's Mausoleum
Lenin's s Mausoleum () on the west side of Red Square is a Moscow landmark. Lenin's s body, which has been preserved with embalming drugs since 1924, remains intact in the mausoleum, which visitors can come and visit.
The former Soviet leader may be buried next to his mother. His grave was in St. Petersburg, but ultimately he was buried here because of his outstanding contribution and national influence. 1994, Lenin's mausoleum was recognized as "the largest mausoleum in the world". It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The volume of the mausoleum is 5,800 cubic meters, and the internal volume is 2,400 cubic meters. The net weight of the monument in front of the tomb is 60 tons, and half of the chamber is underground and half is exposed on the ground. It has a reinforced concrete frame structure made of black and red marble and granite.
The bottom of its shape is a solid stone foundation, behind which are steps, tapering upwards, on which is a flat seat leading to the stone steps of the reviewing stand; then there are five steps of different heights and a colonnade of 36 columns; this is a flat roof, topped by two steps. This is the reviewing stand, where the parade and armed forces are paraded during national festivals.
6. Which is the best city to visit in Russia
Let me answer. As far as I know, the port cities of Suifenhe and Heihe in the northeastern province of Heilongjiang and Manzhouli in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region have the most Russians.
1. Suifenhe (Suifenhe is both an important window and bridge for the Northeast to open up to the outside world and participate in the international division of labor, as well as undertaking China's U.S. strategy to revitalize the Northeast and Russia's U.S. development of the Far East. It is known as the golden corridor connecting Northeast Asia and the Asia-Pacific region.) The author has been to Suifenhe twice. It is true that there are many Russians, and the local government often holds cultural exchanges with the Russian side, such as choral competitions and school trips. And it is a must-go place for traveling to Vladivostok. Most of them are traveling to Vladivostok, Russia, and the exit point is Suifenhe. When I was there, many Russian guests stayed in the hotel. The waiters called them Maoists many of the waiters spoke Russian. You can imagine how many Russians there were. However, according to the waiters I've spoken to, there have been a lot fewer in the last two years, saying they don't have the money to come over. I wonder if this is the reason?
II. Heihe (Heihe city to the center of the main channel of the Heilongjiang River as the boundary, and Russia's third largest city in the Amur region, the capital of Blagoveshchensk across the river it is located in the Far East, known as Hailanpo in Chinese.) The nickname is also called the twin cities of Russia and China. Just by hearing this nickname, you can feel how friendly and accommodating the city is to Russians. Russians come to Heihe like relatives. They buy boat tickets to come over. They eat, bathe and shop in Heihe, all of which are frequent places, so the morning market in Heihe is very lively. Its best feature is that there are a lot of Russians who are willing to treat it as their backyard and shopping paradise. Of course, Russians are also willing to make Heihe their retirement mecca.
Manzhouli (Manzhouli is bordered by Hulun Lake to the east, the Daxingan Mountains to the south, Mongolia to the west and the Russian Federation to the north. It is a harbor city with a century-old history, known as the window to East Asia, blending the flavors of China, Russia and Mongolia. Manzhouli is a Chinese border city with a swinging Russian flavor. There are Russian buildings everywhere, store signs in Chinese, Russian and Mongolian everywhere, and the occasional big Russian girl drifting past you, shopping and buying groceries like a local citizen. There is a saying that Chinese people come to Manzhouli as if they have gone abroad, and Russian people come to Manzhouli as if they have returned home.
7. Ranking of Russian Cities
First Place: Moscow
As the capital of the largest country in the world, Moscow has a lot of bests: the largest population in Europe, the most billionaires, the tallest buildings (in Europe), and so on. So student life in Moscow is certainly not boring.
This year, Moscow rose 11 places in QS The list of best cities to study in the US also came to the top 30, ranking 28th. Its many attractions and rich experiences can be used incredibly. In its Kremlin, there are modern art galleries, prominent paintings, bohemian cafes, historical palaces and churches.
Its spending is high, but not as high as one might think. In fact, it scores in the top half (top 50) of the Best Cities to Study Abroad rankings on the Affordability Index. Its housing costs are high, and its international student fees (around $5,500 per year, which is in the middle of the list) and daily expenses are relatively low. For example, its Big Macs cost about $2.29 each, compared with $5.14 each in Paris.
Moscow s Employer Activity Index score is also high. This indicator shows that domestic and foreign employers look favorably on graduates of local universities. In the QSs 2018 World University Rankings, seven have made the cut, including Moscow State University, the highest ranked university in Russia. The universities listed in the QS ranking in Moscow are Moscow State University, Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Moscow State Institute of International Relations, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, Higher School of Economics of the National Research University, National University of Nuclear Research (Moscow Institute of Engineering Physics), People's Friendship University of the United States of America of Russia, National University of Science and Technology, and Plekhanov University of Economics.
Moscow s Student Opinion Index score also ranks in the top 50. It was popular with QS students in a student survey. One student commented. There are many events taking place in Moscow throughout the year, which is perfect for young people and students. Another student said you have the opportunity to learn from different people and learn about different cultures.
More information
Number of universities in the QS ranking: 9. Highest QS ranked university: Moscow State University (tied for 95th). Population: 12.198 million. Average international fee at ranked universities: $5,500. Agreeableness rank: 87. employer s activity rank: 12. affordability rank: 41. rank in the eyes of students: 41.
Second place: Tomsk
Tomsk is the oldest city in Siberia, Russia, and the administrative seat of Tomsk. It is an ideal city for students who love snow. It is ranked 74th in the QS 2018 list of best cities to study in. It is small, quiet and has a large student population. It has delightful cafes and artistic landscapes with decorations in its gaudy traditional wooden buildings.
With a large number of universities and research institutes, Tusk is an important center of science and information technology in Russia and is known as the Athens of Siberia. The local Tomsk State University was founded in 1880 and is the oldest university in Asian (Siberian) Russia. Universities that made the QS rankings include Tomsk State University and Tomsk Polytechnic University.
In addition, Tomsk is a major industrial city with six business incubators and some of the top companies in engineering, medicine and food. It is the only non-capital city member of the Asian Network of Metropolises for the 21st Century, or ANMC21. The Asian Metropolis Network aims to safeguard the ****same interests of member cities in urban planning, sustainable development and crisis management.
Tomsk s Affordability Index score ranks in the top five of the QS 2018 Best Cities to Study in. Its cost of living is lower than other major Russian cities, including Moscow. A handful of science and engineering programs at local universities are taught in English. Winters here are cold and long. However, it is a great place for students who enjoy skiing and other outdoor activities. There are also many theaters and museums to visit after school.
More about Tomsk
Go to the QS ranking of universities.Highest ranked university by QS: Tomsk State University (tied for 323). Population: 525,000 people. Average international fee for ranked universities: $3300. Agreeableness Rank: 120. Employer Activity Rank: 79. Affordability Rank: 5. Rank in the eyes of students: 82.
Third place: St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is the second largest city in Russia. It has been at the forefront of many political and social changes over the past three hundred years. It used to be known as Petrograd and Leningrad. Many important events have taken place here and many historical figures have appeared here.QS2018 Best Cities to Study in: tied for 76.
Here you'll find the classic Wendell Dickinson Cathedral of Christ, the Hermitage (home of the Russian monarchs from 1732 to 1917), the Ermitazh Museum (one of the largest art museums in the world) and the beautiful Kazan Cathedral. The Kazan Cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady of Kazan, who is considered the most revered icon in Russia.
St. Petersburg is probably the most obviously westernized city in Russia and the most charming in Europe. It has been called the Venice of the North. White nights can be seen in its northern regions. Nights are most noticeable in June. That's why there is a local White Nights music festival every year. Its Mariinsky Theater has opera and ballet performances. There are about two hundred museums. There is a lively nightlife with live music performances, dance clubs and British or Irish pubs.
Besides, St. Petersburg has long valued literature. There are a number of prestigious local universities, including St. Petersburg State University, one of the oldest and largest in Russia. It has been included in international rankings of universities including St. Petersburg State University, St. Petersburg Technical University, and St. Petersburg State University of Information Technology, Mechanics and Optics. It has an affordability index score in the top 15. local school tuition and spending are relatively low.
More about St. Petersburg
Number of universities in QS ranking: 2. Highest QS ranking: St. Petersburg State University (tied for 240). Population: 4.88 million. Average international fees at ranked universities: $4,600. Satisfaction ranking; 101. employer s activity ranking: 77. affordability rating: 11th. ranking in the eyes of students: 97.
Fourth place: Novosibirsk
Novosibirsk is the unofficial capital of Siberia and a national research center. With a population of 1.5 million, it is the third largest in the country. Founded in 1893, it is Russia's fastest-growing city, the cultural and economic center of Siberia, and a local transportation hub.QS 2018 Best Cities to Study in: 96.
Walking down Novosibirsk's streets and looking around, you can see well-preserved buildings that are left over from the tsarist era, as well as buildings decorated with wood. In Tomsk, you can also see similar buildings. If you really want to learn more about the local culture, you can visit the local opera house and ballet. There are many popular local venues. If you want to learn more exciting things and are not afraid to touch the subject of death, you can visit the unique World Museum of Funeral Culture.
Novosibirsk s affordability index ranks in the top 10 of the QS 2018 Best Cities to Study in. Tuition and spending at local schools is relatively low, and there may be opportunities to take courses taught in English. The local Novosibirsk State University is one of the most prestigious universities in Russia. It is located in the world-famous Science City. In the QS student survey, one student shared his feelings about studying in Science City: the atmosphere there is very special and amazing. Probably because there are so many research organizations there, and of course it has something to do with the school itself and the local people. Novosibirsk joins Novosibirsk State University and Novosibirsk State Technical University in the international rankings.
8. Top 10 Russian Tourist Cities
RussiaThe largest city in Russia's Far East, Novosibirsk, is the capital of Russia, St. Petersburg, Russia, Yekaterinburg, RussiaThe American Science City, Kazan, is a Eurasian tourist city in the United States. Sochi, a tourist destination in southern Russia, Vladivostok, the second largest city in the Far East, Irkutsk Ulan-Ude.