19 Surprising Facts About Russia

TLDRRussia is not just snow-covered tundra. It has one-fifth of the world's freshwater, a vibrant subway system, and a rich history of space exploration. From unique banknotes to the deepest lake in the world, here are 19 fascinating facts about Russia.

Key insights

🌊Russia supplies one-fifth of the world's freshwater.

🚇Moscow has the busiest and most beautiful subway system in Europe.

🗺️Russia covers more time zones than any other country.

🌋Kamchatka has more than 300 active volcanoes.

🌴Sochi has a tropical climate with palm trees.

Q&A

How much freshwater does Russia supply?

Russia supplies one-fifth of the world's freshwater.

What makes Moscow's subway system special?

Moscow has the busiest and most beautiful subway system in Europe.

How many time zones does Russia cover?

Russia covers more time zones than any other country, totaling eleven.

How many active volcanoes are there in Kamchatka?

Kamchatka has more than 300 active volcanoes.

What city in Russia has a tropical climate?

Sochi, known for its palm trees, has a tropical climate.

Timestamped Summary

00:21Russia supplies one-fifth of the world's freshwater.

03:00Moscow has the busiest and most beautiful subway system in Europe.

04:41Russia covers more time zones than any other country.

06:42Kamchatka has more than 300 active volcanoes.

07:38Sochi has a tropical climate with palm trees.