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Step into a Russian winter fairytale (VIDEO)
Gateway to Russia
Feb 09 2026
Travel
With its snow-dusted monasteries and the iconic Fire Tower (Kalancha), Kostroma feels like a living movie set. It's the perfect weekend getaway to experience the charm of a historic merchant town!
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