Now on air
22:30
Active recreation in the Caucasus village of Psebai
The village of Psebai in the Northwest region of the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range is just steps away from hundreds of recreation trails. Rafters and professional mountain climbers however are not the only ones who flock to the area — those trying extreme sport for the first time also love to visit. RTG host Olga Degtyraveva decided to conquer the skies over the Caucasus along with its rushing rivers and rocky ridges.
The View from on High - Dominant features of St. Petersburg
In the 19th century, among the common folk, there was a legend that Petersburg wasn't built, it was lowered down to Earth from the Heavens – such was the tsarist awe the city inspired. Now it almost seems as if the city was entirely planned out from the very beginning. But did Peter the Great have a detailed plan for the construction? From a bird's eye view, the magnificent harmony of the buildings, squares, prospects and canals is particularly evident. This wasn't easy to achieve. The most famous palaces, churches and cathedrals were reconstructed on several occasions in order to fit in with new ears and in order that they occupy their dominant positions. Each dominant feature bears a sacral meaning. More often than not, they are signs of triumph. For example, the Alexander Column on Palace Square was put up in honor of victory in the War of 1812. Learn how the main architectural feat...
Now on air
22:30
The View from on High - Dominant features of St. Petersburg
Abin Trout Farm
Long ago the land in the foothills of the Caucuses Mountains was considered to be sacred. Modern scientists and ecologists have confirmed the area’s value saying the Abinsk District is one of the best places to live in Krasnodor Krai. It is here that the relict juniper grows and where the water is saturated with silver ions. People breed trout in these waters as the conditions in Abinsk are ideal for doing so: The water is clean, the fish are monitored by professionals and are fed only the highest-quality food. RTG host Denis Golovko not only visited the impressive plant, but also got to taste the fish.
Now on air
22:30