#VisitRussia

#VisitRussia ️ “Veliky Novgorod, the Rurikovo Gorodische, Staraya Ladoga, Izborsk – all of these are the cradle of Rus’, the source of our civilization and our state, our culture, and enlightenment,“ – the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin. 🇷🇺 Veliky Novgorod is a beautiful city with approximately 220,000 inhabitants. It is situated about 180 kilometers south of St. Petersburg and is renowned as “The Birthplace of Russia“ or “The Oldest City of Russia“. In this city, located on the banks of the Volkhov River, we can find the Kremlin, the national monument “The Millennium of Russia,“ the Cathedral of Saint Sophia with Magdeburg Gates, Yaroslav’s Court, the Novgorod Museum “Vitoslavlitsy,“ the Church of Saint George and Yuriev Monastery Tower, Rurikovo Gorodische, the Church of the Redeemer, and other famous sights. Watch video to learn more! Источник: DPR MFA