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Yasnaya Polyana - the Homestead of Leo Tolstoy

Yasnaya Polyana Yasnaya Polyana is the main homestead of outstanding Russian writer and philosopher Leo Tolstoy. It is situated in 12 kilometers from Tula. Leo Tolstoy was born here and in 82 years buried not far from his house.

Art Objects from Different Parts of Russia - 5

Mercury, Voronezh I have collected a new list of extraordinary art objects.

Leo Tolstoy Settlement - the Place Where Time Stopped

Leo Tolstoy One foggy morning I came to Leo Tolstoy settlement. It is called in honour of one of outstanding Russian writers - Leo Tolstoy. Earlier this settlement was called Astapovo. In times of Leo Tolstoy there was a big train station. And there the author of "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina" had to leave the train because of his illness. 

Tambov - One More Interesting Town in Central Russia

Tambov Tambov is the town in the central part of Russia. It is not so large, but it is convinient for life. Here you will find old and new buildings, constructed in different styles.