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• Russian Folk Dress: Fashion Items From Centuries Ago

  …ale traditional costume, the most eye-catching item is a type of linen or hemp shirt called a kosovorotka (from kosoy vorot – “skewed collar”). According to researchers, its history goes back to as early as the 11th century, and since then it had continued to grow more and more popular, since it was easy to sew and comfortable to wear. As it goes with most folklor…

  10.06.2024

• Russian Hollywood: Soyuzmultfilm Behind the Scenes

  …The history of Soyuzmultfilm Soyuzmultfilm (meaning “Soviet animation”), originally known as Soyuzdetmultfilm (that is, “Soviet children’s animation”), was established in 1936; its debut movie was a black-and-white cartoon called It's Hot in Africa (1936). Other firsts include: the first color film (Sweet Pie) in 1937, the first full-length movie (The Lost Letter)…

  07.06.2024

• The Unofficial Symbols of St. Petersburg

  …bers in April and May when koryushka, or smelt, from the nearby water bodies hit the city’s stalls. This little yet nutritious fish is more than simply a local delicacy. Its history is long and illustrious: it has reportedly played a pivotal role in the founding of our beloved city and has certainly saved many lives during World War II. Even today, people still love …

  27.05.2024

• Student Spotlight: Dicko Kante, Mali

• 5 Food Markets of St. Petersburg

  …uta bakery, or Bolshe Coffee. In addition to gastronomic delights, there’s an aesthetically pleasing flower shop. Balagan Maly Prospekt PS, 54-56 The three-story food market gets its name (which is slang for “utter chaos”) from the fact that part of the building used to be a warehouse for a traveling show. This chaotic (in a good way) vibe is also…

  17.05.2024

• Student Spotlight: Jawed Bahshari, Afghanistan

  …and complete assignments without trouble. What inspired you to study in Russia? It is well-known that Russia is one of the most beautiful countries, rich with cultural history. Also, its unique position, spanning both Europe and Asia, makes it a compelling environment for international students who are seeking a diverse cultural experience alongside academic ex…

  16.05.2024

• This Week in St. Petersburg: May 16-22, 2024

  …lands, and hunting trophies, at the new exhibition at the Hermitage Museum. Featuring over 70 paintings by 17th-century masters, the display covers the key milestones in the history of Flemish still life paintings. …

  15.05.2024

• Russian Spots Around the World

  …y erected the small wooden chapel as a place to pray – and as a monument to fallen comrades. Russian Bishop's House, Sitka, Alaska, USA Another artifact of Russian history in the continental United States, this unassuming house in Sitka, Alaska is actually a protected building that traces its origins all the way to 1843. It was originally built as the resid…

  14.05.2024

• Discover Wooden Architecture in St. Petersburg

  …a St. 10. This monochrome two-storey building with carved platbands and a balcony is the Mikhnevich House. Built in the 1850s, it changed hands multiple times throughout its history. In 1912, it became home to the famous avant-garde painter Mikhail Matushin and his wife Elena Guro. From 1912 and until 1923, it was a hotspot for the city's avant-garde community. Today…

  10.05.2024

• Student Spotlight: Kunj Rathi, India

  …inning, I was able to catch up with the curriculum thanks to the efficient and caring teachers here. How does it feel to be a student at ITMO? There’s an interesting story here. After I arrived here, I got to know that there are no classes in English for Bachelor’s students at ITMO. I had to study with first-year Master’s students, as I had no proficiency i…

  09.05.2024