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• A Foodie’s Plant-Based Guide to Great Lent

  For several weeks each spring, many Russians observe the Great Lent – an Orthodox Christian period of fasting that just so happens to be completely vegan! But even for the non-religious, this is a great chance to explore new foods, discover some ingenious recipes, or re-evaluate your nutrition choices. Where to start? Let us help.

  31.03.2026

• When Art and Religion Collide: Orthodox Christian Icons of Russia

  In one of our previous stories, we’ve talked about another kind of ancient religious art – frescoes. Now, let’s discuss icons, their counterparts, or more like their allies when it comes to the development of spiritual and artistic traditions in Russian culture.

  18.03.2024

• Frescoes: Ancient Art of Russia

  Intricate, beautiful and yes, divine, ancient Russian frescos – murals that decorate church interiors – offer a unique glimpse into a worldview from centuries ago.

  28.02.2022