Kaliningrad is the heart of the western most region of Russia and one of the best places to try the legendary Baltic eel. This snake-like fish lives and fattens up in rivers, then setting off on a long sea journey to lay its eggs. These eels head towards the tropical waters of the Atlantic Ocean – the Sargasso Sea – a distance of almost 8,000 kilometres each way. Join a head chef from Kaliningrad and learn a tasty eel recipe on the Russian Travel Guide.
The Republic of Kazakhstan is located in the center of the Eurasian continent – it’s a country with a rich history and astonishing natural variety. Over the ages it has linked two worlds, Asia and Europe, and Kazakhstan remains a unique combination of western technology and eastern refinement. That can be seen first and foremost in the architecture of Astana, the republic’s capital. Astonishing nature and the ancient culture of Kazakhstan attracts travelers with its mysteries and riddles. Learn more in a new film by RTG about the Republic of Kazakhstan.