Current Moscow Time: 21:34:4124 May 2013
The world’s biggest country, in a magazine. Since 1956.
Russian Life: July/Aug 2003
21: Fishing with Dried Pasta
Where we look at twisted proverbs and aphorisms.
Survival Russian
22: The Lure of Kunashir
Off limits for eight decades, the Kurile islands are a treasure trove of natural history and geological wonders. We travel to the southernmost island, which is just a stone's throw from Japan.
:: Illustrations/Images by Igor Shpilenok
Features
30: A Dangerous Relic
The Cold War is over and Russians badly want to reform their military forces to face new realities, both within the country and without. There's just one thing: the military brass doesn't want to fall in line.
Features
34: A Russian Sorrow
While politicians and generals debate the pace and scope of military reform, Russia's Cold War conscription army stumbles along, perpetuating astonishing abuses. Over 70% of Russians are in favor of ending the draft. Here's why.
Features
37: Behind the Fences
Russians love their dachas. They are a place of rest, escape and exhilarating labor. We welcome sumer with a look at this venerable institution, and offer tips on dacha peeping and even dacha rentals.
Features
42: Field Guide to Dachas of the Moscow Region
From Peredelkino to Nikolina Gora, each dacha community is different in its own way...
Features
45: It's Berry Time
Summer is berry time in Russia. We look at all the favorite varieties and offer a recipe for that summer favorite, cranberry mors.
Cuisine
46: Mementos of Russian Summer
Summer is hay-cutting time and time to battle with the weeds and pests that embroil the private plot. Visit summer in the village of Chukhrai in Bryansk region.
Notes from a Russian Village
48: Spirits of Alkhanai Mountain
Russia's Buddhists have a rich, ancient religion that is deeply in tune with the natural world and rooted in the beautiful mountains southeast of Lake Baikal. We take a spiritual walk up Mount Alkhanai, one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Russia.
Features
55: Pskov (and Pskovians)
An arranged marriage put Pskov on the map (or so the Chronicle says). But, since then, for 1100 years, Pskov has been an important crossroads between Russia and Europe. For a millenium, Pskov has withstood countless attacks and seiges, while facilitating trade and commerce. Its biggest challenge today is integrating with the wider world, while preserving a hold on its historic past.
Features
64: Turkish Delight?
Where our intreprid reporter brings visits Red Square, the sequel...
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