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Ah Russia, a vast expansive realm steeped in cold war history, famous for being the first nation to send a man into space yet also soaked in vodka and home to some of the most peculiar scenarios and individuals on the planet.
Did we mention they build underground bunkers so you can keep partying whilst Armageddon is happening above you? Or that their most notorious criminals communicate through their own custom tattoos? And what about those magnificent landmarks in Moscow, destined to impress even the most jaded traveller?
But what of the everyday occurrences of 143 individuals who call Russia home? Is there Tuesday afternoon really so different to yours and mine? Let’s face it, in uncompromising landscape spanning 17,098,242 km and inhabited by some of the most resilient individuals on the planet, you’re going to find more than a few bizarre situations.
Here’s a look at just a few you might encounter should you ever go there…
Did we mention they build underground bunkers so you can keep partying whilst Armageddon is happening above you? Or that their most notorious criminals communicate through their own custom tattoos? And what about those magnificent landmarks in Moscow, destined to impress even the most jaded traveller?
But what of the everyday occurrences of 143 individuals who call Russia home? Is there Tuesday afternoon really so different to yours and mine? Let’s face it, in uncompromising landscape spanning 17,098,242 km and inhabited by some of the most resilient individuals on the planet, you’re going to find more than a few bizarre situations.
Here’s a look at just a few you might encounter should you ever go there…
1. People willingly setting themselves on fire.
2. People posting snail mail via boat.
3. People making snow crocodiles.
4. Holy Water being used to bless weapons.
5. People relaxing in DIY spa baths.
6. Uncompromising fence builders.
7. Dogs that are dressed like Luke Skywalker
8. Armed and assertive grandmothers.
9. Seats that only dwarfs can use.
10. Fancy dress warfare.
11. The military being overly helpful.
12. Moments like this…
13. The casual toys of Russian children.
14. Customised cars that make you look twice.
15. This guy.
16. Unique combinations of Russian innovation.
17. Examples of Russian design like this.
18. Polar bears getting arrested. Obviously.
19. Multi-functioning bathrooms.
20. Outstanding Russian role models.
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