Lonely Planet Russia

From beautiful Lake Baikal to St Petersburg 's gilded palaces, Russia is so blessed with cultural and natural treasures that it would take a lifetime to experience them all. Simon Richmond, Lonely Planet Writer
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Inside This Book
114 maps
43 palaces & kremlins
10 authors
Too many vodka toasts to count
Inspirational photos
Clear, easy-to-use maps
In-depth background
3D plans of iconic sights
Comprehensive planning tools
At-a-glance practical info