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Russian orthodox sacred sites of the Bryansk oblast
The history of Bryansk Oblast’s old cities is one of both military glory and bravery. These lands have witnessed many battles and its heroes played an important role in the formation of the Russian State. Despite the eventful life the Bryansk region has lived, many impressive examples of wooden architecture have been preserved. These cathedrals, monasteries and hundreds of other architectural monuments have withstood the test of time. In recent years dozens of monasteries and cathedrals have been restored. With this growing attention and care being directed toward these historic constructions, attention from religious pilgrims has also grown. Join RTG TV host Olga Degtyareva on her visit to some of the beautiful holy sites in Bryansk’s old cities.
Snail Farm in Primorsko-Akhtarsk
They were used in food in Ancient Rome, there's more protein in them than in a chicken egg and they are a big problem gardeners. These are HELIX ASPERSA MAXIMA, or garden snails, and they are cultivated on one farm in southern Russia. These mollusks don't like high temperatures and prefer to spend most of the day in the shade, which the farmers themselves have created for them. Gastropods in general tend to be more active at night; therefore the farmers feed them closer to the evening. RTG TV host Denis Golovko found out what grape snails eat, how they reproduce and how fast grown gastropods can move.
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Snail Farm in Primorsko-Akhtarsk
Winter Recreation in Dombay
In the very heart of the Caucuses, surrounded by mountains, is the village of Dombay – a favourite destination for Russian climbers, snowboarders and skiers. Everyone who comes here is looking for a hearty dose of adrenaline. Dombay, which is located in the Karachaeva-Cherkessia Republic, was developed from the beginning as a mountain resort. In the 1920s a number of hotels and ski areas popped up almost overnight on land that was before wild fields. The modern resort is still today geared toward those looking to relax and enjoy themselves by partaking in snow sports. RTG TV host Denis Golovko visited one of the most breathtaking places in Karachaeva-Cherkessia, tried his hand at snowboarding and downhill skiing and reached the very top of a frozen waterfall.
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