25 Really Cool Facts About RUSSIA You Might Not Know

Some of the facts about Russia found in today’s list may change the way you see this country not just politically but geologically. Russia is not just snow and Ice. Check out these 25 really cool facts about Russia you might not know.

If you been paying attention to the news as of late, you are probably familiar with Russia to some degree. More than likely, you may see this country in a strict political sense. But Russia is more than politics. It’s a beautiful country with a lot of biodiversity. Take a look at these Russian facts (and our photo credits and sources) and let us know in the comments below which of these facts about Russia was surprising to you:

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Did you know that Russia has palm trees? They can be found in the “Russian Riviera”. Did you also know that Moscow is the biggest city in Europe? It has 13 million people. Something that may surprise you is the fact that Russia is home to more than 160 different ethnic groups. It also has around 12 million immigrants, making Russia the host of the second largest number of immigrants in the world. Do these facts change the way you see Russia? These are 25 really cool facts about Russia you might not know.

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Music: "From Russia With Love" by Huma-Huma

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Who knew Russia was so diverse? - Juan

[xonxt]

Something positive about Russia? On an American channel? When all the anti-Russian hype is still raging in the West?
Well, thank you! That was quite nice.

[belacttu]

Russian people are actually really friendly and open. They don't wear their emotions on their sleeves but are warm hearted. Once you open up with one, you'll never find friendlier company.

[stampede]

Russia is so big, it’s bigger in square miles than

[heidimarchant]

Loved this video especially the part about beaching and skiing in the same day

[jimsbooksreadingandstuff]

64.9% of the 15.5million residents of Istanbul live on the European side, making it more populous than London. (1:33)

[pikkkkaro]

"What comes to mind when you think of Russia? Tundra? Snow?"
me: "Rush B Cyka Blyat"

[obi-wankenobi]

Number 26 their president rides on a bear shirtless

[raychang]

For many years, I've intended to visit Russia. This does it--I'm GOING! (But need to wait for summertime.) I'm going to try to start learning Russian, too. Maybe July or August 2018 is IT! Gorgeous place!

[arami]

Number 1: Russia did not Rig the 2016 Election.

[sobsession]

Hey Mike, nice job w the Russian names!

[tacocow]

Fact 26: in Russia you don’t break the law, law breaks you

[houndofzoltan]

At one point the US and Russia were only four km apart... how about the fact Alaska was originally part of Russia.

[imbored]

Mike: now lets talk about the Russia you've never seen

Me: BOI I have relatives there who I visit every year

[CalmKitten]

Thank you so much for not making this video political and a let's-bash-Putin fest!

[FergieTheTaurus]

I didn't know any of that. Thanks for the video!

[mistabio]

Day 1 in Russia: What a good place to stay!
Day 6 in Russia: Really well Country!
Week 1 in Russia: Just got my driver license at the 16's!
Month 1 in Russia: В России можно ездить куда угодно! Просто возьми мой новый ak47 среди других моих 100 видов оружия!

[DrHaydentheFunny]

A video about Russia? You better have Putin a lot of work into this video.

[mrandom]

You are a beast at pronouncing Russian words!

[joshhtid]

You refer to Europe being in Russia but a lot of your facts are from the Asian side of see what you imply though but a lot of people may be confused as Russia geographically covers 2 continents!