The Tuva ethnic group: a secret culture behind Siberian forests
While most people focus on progress and innovation in there lives, some are still living on the same principles as they did thousands of years ago. This is the …
Category: Religion
Holy Cats: 2016 Calendar Features Orthodox Priests With Their Beloved Pets
December 2, 2015 Religion
In support of the modern Christian culture, a bizarre calendar is up for sale by the Orthodox website Pravmir. Titled “Priest + cat” (Поп+Кот), the calendar features photographs of …
Ushakov Church is one of the most absurd churches in Russia
Built in 2012, the Ushakov Church is one of the most strangest buildings in Russia. Located in Saint Petersburg, it’s named in honor of Saint Feodor Ushakov, the most …
Vandals destroyed Korean totem poles that were gifted to St. Petersburg
Back in 2003, in commemoration of the 300th anniversary of St. Petersburg, South Korean embassy gifted Jangseung totem poles to the city. Traditionally, such totem poles were placed at …
Russia’s Strongest Shamans Gather to Pray for World Peace
On February 1st, 2015, fourteen strongest healers of Khakassia, Tuva, Altai and Siberia gathered in Novosibirsk to perform the traditional rite of purification in eve of Shaaga, the Lunar …
Street Preachers in Sochi
The American activists of a controversial Street Preachers organization picketed Sochi Olympics in support of Vladimir Putin and his anti-gay propaganda ban.
A Russian activist protesting
Russian Orthodox church activist Enteo openly shares his views on sex in Facebook. From the comments: