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The Holy Trinity Alexander Nevsky monastery

One of Russia’s great Orthodox shrines, the Saint Alexander Nevsky Monastery (Lavra), has a history which coincides with the start of the construction of St. Petersburg itself. For three centuries believers have been visiting the monastery and just as they did hundreds of years ago, they travel here to find, practice and strengthen their faith and to pray to venerated icons. Nowadays the Alexander Nevsky Monastery is an active monastery of the St. Petersburg Diocese. Pilgrims and tourists travel here year-round from the farthest corners of the earth in order to see the house of prayer. It was founded by Peter the Great and has since become a symbol of the city and one of the most famous monasteries in Russia. This Russian Travel Guide programme explores the history of the construction of the esteemed monastery, looks at its life over the years and checks out the lavra’s ...

Kayaking. An Olympic duet

A spectacular, intense and beloved sport all over the world, canoe racing is just beginning its triumphant paddle throughout Russia, gradually attracting more and more fans. Olympic champions Yury Postrigay and Alexander Dyachenko are some of the most popular faces in this sport and have been relentless in winning race after race for their country. Although they are both world leaders in this field, the two athletes are nothing alike – like fire and water. This however works to their advantage as they complement each other perfectly on the water. This extraordinary duet have even been labelled the “Russian rockets” by lovers and experts of the sport. Watch RTG TV’s new programme to learn more.