Russia Alive! is a journey through ever-constant yet ever-changing Russia. From Azev through Zhironovsky, we present all the information you need, both for the virtual traveler and the real tourist.

With the dissolution of the Soviet Union visitors have a fresh opportunity to explore a vast array of exciting and ancient cultures, from the glittering imperial Russia of St. Petersburg to the timeless village life of Siberia and Irkutsk. Let us show you the way.

Russian Association of Travel Agencies - RATA is the biggest union of companies dealing with the tourist business in Russia. RATA was founded in 1993. Today it consolidates more then 600 travel companies, hotels, sanatoria, as well as educational institutions, tourist mass media, insurance and transport companies co-operating with tourist business, including about 100 St. Petersburg companies.

We've prepared this Web site as a service to those who wish to obtain information about our nation, its history and all it offers for international travelers and businessmen. Intended as a resource for both Americans and Russian citizens seeking information while here in the United States, we hope you find this Web site helpful.