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Biologist Nadezhda Dorofeyeva
Nadezhda Dorofeyeva is a biologist by profession, however her fascination and exploration of the surrounding world has been more like a way of life since she was just a child. Nadezhda works at The Sechenov Institute of Evolutionary Physiology and Biochemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences where she explores the impact certain substances have on cells. In addition to her work, she also loves ornithology, photography and videography. Even though she lives in a big city, there are still some areas of wildlife nearby. From time to time this adventurous biologist sets off on expeditions to these small nature reserves to study and film the birds that call these places home.
The history of the Rumyantsev mansion
Diplomat and senator Count Nikolay Petrovich Rumyantsev was one of the major public figures in the Russian government. His mansion, often referred to as the Temple of Muses, is located in the very centre of St. Petersburg on the bank of the Neva River. Count Rumyantsev spent his whole life collecting books, manuscripts and other historical objects. After his death and in accordance with the wishes documented in his will, his mansion was turned into the very first private state museum in Russia. At the end of the 19th century the mansion became the property of members of the imperial family, descendants of the ruling dynasties in both Russia and France - the Duke of Leuchtenberg and his wife Zinaida Beauharnais. Thanks to their efforts, the building on the English Embankment soon became one of the luxurious and fashionable buildings in aristocratic St. Petersburg. RTG TV host Evgenia Altf...
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The history of the Rumyantsev mansion
Krasnaya Polyana ski resort
Sochi is one of Russia’s most famous resort cities and a top destination for many tourists looking to spend a relaxing beach holiday splashing around in the Black Sea. In winter however, the tourists don’t disappear as this is prime skiing season at the Krasnaya Polyana resorts, located only an hour from the Sochi airport. RTG TV presenter Nadezhda Lebedeva paid a visit to the famous ski area to hit the slopes on her snowboard, travel through the mountains and check out the new Rosa Khutor Alpine Resort.
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