Visit Volga
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The majestic Volga River of Russia is the longest river in Europe, stretching over 2,300 miles from its source in the Valdai Hills to its delta at the Caspian Sea. Its banks are dotted with small towns, churches and ancient fortresses - a perfect destination for a slow boat trip.
Two of the most popular tourist spots along the Volga River are its two biggest cities, Kazan and Nizhny Novgorod. In Kazan you can explore the Kremlin palace complex and learn about Tatar culture. Nizhny Novgorod is home to several historic monuments such as Strelka Square and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
One of the most interesting historical facts about Volga is that it was once an important trade route between Northern Europe and Asia during medieval times. During this period it served as one of Russia's main military highways, with several battles taking place along its banks - some of which furthered Russian expansion into Asia.
Two of the most popular tourist spots along the Volga River are its two biggest cities, Kazan and Nizhny Novgorod. In Kazan you can explore the Kremlin palace complex and learn about Tatar culture. Nizhny Novgorod is home to several historic monuments such as Strelka Square and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
One of the most interesting historical facts about Volga is that it was once an important trade route between Northern Europe and Asia during medieval times. During this period it served as one of Russia's main military highways, with several battles taking place along its banks - some of which furthered Russian expansion into Asia.
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Penza, Saransk, Ufa, Orenburg, Ulyanovsk, Izhevsk, Kirov, Saratov, Cheboksary, Kazan, Nizhny Novgorod, Tolyatti, Naberezhnye Chelny