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Russia is often an interesting and bizarre place, especially for those who are not really familiar with the culture. Photographer Alexander Petrosyan's goal is to show the real, unfiltered Russia. With all the weird situations, unique people, and beauty of its cities.

The photographer travels Russia, capturing all the interesting moments. His style is very expressive and every photo has a story to tell. Many of Alexander's photos show certain traditions Russians have. Like swimming in the freezing lake in winter, burning an idol for the winter to go away, and many more.

Alexander has been featured on Bored Panda before. Click here and here to see the previous articles.

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jevais
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A fairy tale in the making. Beautiful phot

Bill Bauer
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is for a large party they have every year for high school graduates. Like all the photos in this collection, this is in Saint Petersburg. The Red Sails ship is from a famous Russian youth novel. This is taken from the beach of the Peter and Paul fortress.

Mosheh Wolf
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It happens during White Nights. My wife went to high school in St Petersburg, and remembered it fondly.

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Skara Brae
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There seems to be a local gravity anomaly on the right. How does the lady in green stay up? Her right arm, purse and jacket don't seem to be pulled straight down. The person in red pants doesn't seem to be supporting her.

Potato
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I noticed the new version of my camera phone has a sort of warped lense when zoomed out to a certain point. Maybe this is that?

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Ernést Hiébert
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Magic it actually looks like it’s moving follow the bubbles

Ernést Hiébert
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Magic it actually looks like it’s moving

Pa4040
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For a second I thought the woman on the left was wielding lightsabers...

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Alexander gave us an interview and told Bored Panda about his photography. His main goal is to "share my personal view of the world I live in." He photographs Russia and its people to show others what it's like living there and experiencing all that is going on. It's interesting to see the country from the perspective of the person living there. They know all the nooks and crannies of their country, their traditions, and their people.

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    Alexander has been photographing since he was a child. On one of his birthdays, he received a photo camera and since then he's done nothing else but capture the world around him. It is easy to see that photography runs in his veins. After many years of practice and experience, he has become a great photographer, able to capture the most unique and interesting moments.

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    Tiny Dancer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such a beautiful furry babushka! Delightful.

    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's taking good care of his best friend. 🥰

    Sheila Stamey
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how the shapes are all similar!

    Gerard Neaux
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful building. The fog makes it scenique.

    buttonpusher
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Took me a minute to realise WTF that was. 😳

    Brandy Gray
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Blows my mind that there are stray dogs that actually survive outdoors in these climates

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoa, Nelly. What kind of kids are in Russia?

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    Manndy Fisher
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think this is his mom... Terrifying..

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    Ola Pe
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Terryfying. I read that there are more homeless children in Russia nowadays than after WWII

    Kika González
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's wearing a puffy jacket. Back off

    Derek Clark
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    how can people leave that young a kid on the street? Offering him a hot drink isn't going to help him survive for long. Russia is harsh for not only LGBT.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Picture ought be in oils on a canvas. A bit of a crop and it's perfect.

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    Alexander opened up that the most challenging part of photography is coming up with new and fresh ideas, seeing the same things from a new perspective. Any creative individual would agree that creativity doesn't always flow easily. Sometimes you just have to force yourself to do the things you love to find the passion and flame again.

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    sofacushionfort
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where helmets, buildings and beards all come to the point.

    Wilf
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "We demand.... a shrubbery!"

    Bill Bauer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Peter and Paul fortress in the background, this is the type of armor Bogatyrs wore.

    Martin Kaine
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ilya Muromets, Alyosha Popovich, Dobrynya Nikitich, and Prince Vladimir!

    Skara Brae
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anybody else getting a Monty Python vibe from this?

    Scooter
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love the 2 guys on the right

    imsouravmitra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Time travelling? Re-enactment? Who are these guys with pointy helmets?

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    Sofie
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a beautiful angel, like a bookmark I had as a child.

    Joeshar
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like the last scene of Doctor Zhivago

    Alexander told us that he doesn't have a particular process when it comes to capturing these photos. He just goes with the flow. Alexander goes outside and just sees what happens. He said: "I always rely solely on chance." This pays off really well for him because he has lots of interesting and unique moments captured in his portfolio.

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    Mickie Shea
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The cars are coming. The cars are coming", the boy shouted as all ran for cover.

    Norah Reilly
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, wow, wow! What an absolutely perfect shot!

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    Lovin' Life
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That coach is beautiful!!!! Do they use these still today? I dont know a lot about Russia but love learning about it.

    Rob Chapman
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A fairy tale stagecoach side by side with a Lada. Doesn't get more Russian than that.

    Tee Witt
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would love to know more about that coach. Is it modern or left over from the revolution?

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something cold and something blue.

    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonder if this was someone important, or if it's like taking a carriage ride around Central Park? Now I want a carriage!

    Bacony Cakes
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yaroslav back at it again with the time-travelling ZIL 114.

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    Alexander describes his photography style as: "Petrosyanschina." There is no denying that the photographer has a unique and original style and concept. Not many photographers manage to capture such moments and movement in their photos. He mentioned that this is just the way life goes in Russia. He didn't even need to come up with a concept, Alexander just needed to go outside and capture what was happening.

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    Joanna Werman
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's a beautiful photograph

    Slune
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think she is a natural beautiful woman

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    Bart
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is amazing, would pay to hang this on my wall...

    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She didn’t want to get her shoes wet, so she took them off and walked under the sprinkler

    R Carson
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    Something creepy about that face.

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    sofacushionfort
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Built on millions of pilings driven into the swamp by Swedish POWs from Poltova.

    Andrey Aleshin
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Swedish POWs were nowhere near Saint-Petersburg. Most of them were sent to Siberia.

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    Leon Green
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A different angle than our group had at #6 Mytnya 50 years ago.

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    Alexander has been doing this for 21 years. He started in the 2000s and is not planning to stop anytime soon. He said he is inspired by life itself and the people of Russia. Alexander said: "They love not for something, but despite it." If you live in Russia or anywhere near, you probably know that they are one of the most hospitable people. If you come over to their home, they will have a whole table of food and drinks prepared. Make sure you're comfortable and have anything you need. Also, they are great company and are fun people!

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    Scagsy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All of those precautions and she still can't wear her mask effectively.

    NoneYa41
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    give it a rest...she's outside FFS

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    Slune
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her curls match the flower pattern of her coat

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    Simon Kwan
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These ladies will be the ones who survive the zombie apocalypse

    Skara Brae
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone taped a sign on her back: "If you can read this, watch your step."

    Debra Stringham
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is there so much trash in the streets?

    bastillee
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The streets are filthy. Someone's head will roll.

    Jeane Gallo
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excuse me, would you happen to have any Grey Poupon?

    The photographer said this when asked what advice he would give to a photographer who is just starting out: "Saturate your soul with the best that has been created in the history of mankind." If you surround yourself with things you love, with things that inspire you, you are bound to become better at your craft. "The secret of my enthusiasm, which is actually very simple: every fall and failure is a springboard for future success! I am interested in looking for myself in new senses, in new situations. The development is more interesting for me than the end result."

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    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “Should I get this, the fleece or the leather?

    Tiny Dancer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Priest Ponders. At first I thought he was smoking, which made it even better.

    imsouravmitra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Title of the photo should definitely be "The Pondering Priest"

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    James Mills
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Wait a minute, is print in at the moment?! I thought white fabric was on trend..."

    J
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its strange that those around him don't give him a second glance.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kids appear normal. The priest, not so sure.

    Witchling
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He found the coat of many colors!!

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    Scagsy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cats turn to alternative methods of attracting attention as Cat Appreciation Society membership continues to fall.

    sofacushionfort
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was a cat lover, a rarity among dictators

    Larry Fairish
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brian Cranston is a big hit with the Russian cat demographic.

    Mari
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They had a secret meeting

    Lori T Wisconsin
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lenin's only good trait was liking cats.

    Leon Green
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, no wonder Winston Churchill did not trust him. To him, lovers of both dogs and cats were the best; of dogs, second; of cats third; of neither: very wary.

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    Cookie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They put the photos up to scare away the cats but it didn't work.

    Teresa Spanics
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AWW 😻😻😻😻😻😻💖💖💖💖💖💖

    Ernést Hiébert
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Communism is like herding cats….impossible

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    Scagsy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fears for Cat Appreciation Society grows as membership numbers continue to dwindle.

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    Grant Barke
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lenin's back, time for a new revolution.

    LJ Robinson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He never left. His vampire made sure of that

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    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They sprinkled a handful of earth under his body so that he could rise again.

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    Brandon Paul
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    look what I have to deal with...in my Russian voice

    R Carson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too bad dental work is sooooo expensive.

    James Mills
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like a vampire, the sparkly kind

    LJ Robinson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like looking at the people in the background. I'm sure the photographer didn't mean for the photo to be a Halloween reference, but that's one heck of a vampire! Happy Halloween everyone 🧛

    Andrew Moore
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guy: "Not today luv - I have a headache."

    Mickie Shea
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if it's truly Lenin he is being attacked by an ageless vampire.

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    LJ Robinson
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So confused. Is this a subway or bus, and how did the man in the restroom get into the photo? Were they passing a restroom? As I said, confused.

    Gerard Neaux
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Subway, and there's a restroom in the station outside, seen through the window

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    Skara Brae
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are those heaters under some of the chairs?

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Russia, ready for easy emergency.

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    Skara Brae
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm impressed anybody can look that fashionable in a snowstorm.

    Marco Conti
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is actually frozen solid since 2007. They are behind in the "frozen pedestrian removal" program.

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    German Gargicevich
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably hours practicing in front of the mirror and studying selfies.

    Thistle
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no offense but why is her posture like that squidward painting meme

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    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Go on, give him a bite to eat.

    Mickie Shea
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yea, me too. I was told to leave. what we gonna do.

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    RFT Daly
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The hat will grow on him… Sorry. I’ll be leaving now.

    Scagsy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This man has such a giant head that it makes his hat look tiny. Wow.

    Helenium
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like a clip from Battleship Potempkin

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    LJ Robinson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this brings out the fact that we are all pretty much the same. Take away the Russian writing and it could be New Orleans, Las Vegas, Amsterdam etc.

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    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If she wore stilts, she could be taller.

    Gerard Neaux
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's poor and doing her best to survive. Maybe care for a family at home too. No one is a se* worker as a hobby.

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    Pezor Zass
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i know it's almost a literal translation, but nosorog is a great word for rhinoceros

    jevais
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so sad.

    Bacony Cakes
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Surprised the entire image wasn't replaced with the grey bar.

    Mauricio Gomez
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good to know how is Bar written in Russian.

    Nazda Pokmov
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love the platform boots....8"!!!!!

    Mickie Shea
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like the officer on the right is from Texas, has he don't need no mask.

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    Debra Stringham
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're going to run off the road........🙄

    Dwight k schrute.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who is she? Seems like nobody can get enough of her.

    Teresa H
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where is the car that is shown as a reflection on the car? Was it removed and she was added after the photo was taken? Confused.

    German Gargicevich
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks as if the two cars are parallel parked, buttressing the stone wall. The lady is walking in front of them.

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    bookshellf
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    maybe I'm seeing too much into this photo, but it's interesting how the colors and exterior of the building is chipped, cold and has weathered the change of seasons and history. Meanwhile indoors is a modern lighting illuminating a 21st century woman cleaning her kitchen. Idk if I connected the words exactly what the photo conveys to me, but it's fascinating how times change but preserve!

    m j m
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep we put in windows to see out then cover them with curtains. I like to see out

    Dorothy Parker
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure the kitchen is scrubbed often. These women are balabustas.

    Witchling
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Curtains? We don't need no stinkin curtains!!

    WilvanderHeijden
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There a lot of countries where curtains aren't common. It's mainly in regions where people need daylight and the climate doesn't have much sunny days.

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    Vonnie Stewart
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like our social security office

    Mickie Shea
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On Friday evenings Igor plays his instrument for the benefit of the men without women.

    Teresa Spanics
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would like to know where to get that three wheeled bike!

    Leon Green
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your local bicycle shop should help. They're not uncommon.

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    sofacushionfort
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Female columns are called caryatids. Males are called atlanteans. What animal columns are called I would be grateful to know.

    Jaekry
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Breaks my heart. My aging parents were saving almost 10 years to take a cruise to celebrate their 50 years of marriage. She has been longing deeply to see the Hermitage. Literally her biggest wish. Then COVID happened. Now she is too frail. What hurts more, I urged her to travel years earlier, why wait. But she thought it had to be connected to that wedding date. She's been so sad for moths. She knew her dream of visiting st Petersburg and the oh so beautiful Hermitage, would stay a dream. It still tears me up, so never asked for anything. This was gone be all for her. Sorry for sobbing here.

    bookshellf
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ok but what happened to the family? Someone rushed to the hospital? :/

    Bruce Kunde
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right! Your the only person to notice the family and what the heck is going on?

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    Bobby Jean
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, how I wish architecture like this was the norm. Those old buildings, columns, statues, wrought iron light fixtures, balconies, brick walks... just beautiful.

    Cheryl Carter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is going on with the woman being carried away? And the other one that needs to be??

    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful architecture! I'd love to visit this

    jevais
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have these people been attacked by the police or the army

    Cecily Holland
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bah to the architecture. I want to know what’s going on with the woman being four point carried by her family!

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    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably "just married."

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Married at last and there off to the black Sea for some honeymoon high-jinks.

    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does it matter? Presumably she won't be walking on places where food or something are. It is healthy to walk barefoot. It is likely she would wash them daily.

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    R Carson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're feet need some attention.

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a normal Russian wedding photo.

    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago

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    Just become married with dirty feet

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    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    for some life is not fun. It is very difficult. so sad.

    Debi Martin
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    a strong woman just hanging in there

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    Russell Bowman
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Epiphany Day commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan. Usually January 19th. It is cold cold cokd ...

    Scooter
    Community Member
    Premium
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is this, baptism? Tunnel across the water?

    bookshellf
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i think it's a holy cold water bath and common ritual during Winter-time.. idk

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    Bill Bauer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is right in front of the Peter and Paul fortress overlooking the Hermitage. Taking a dip on epiphany is supposed to grant you good health for the year. Can't bring myself to do it.

    Slune
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, this is a breathtaking surrounding! And the Hermitage is stellar! Needing a day or so to get around?

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    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A hole in the ice for dipping, nicely decorated. I love the pull cord tassel.

    Christopher Walkies
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The pictures are there so when you emerge screaming 'Jesus Christ!' it's not blasphemy.

    Cookie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gadget addiction is universal.

    Nazda Pokmov
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here's me coming out of a very cold dip....

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take'n a pic and sending it to Jesus.

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    Shanaaia
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depressing scenery - great pic!

    Tee Witt
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they are going to modernize the building, looks like some finished on the right.

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    Nazda Pokmov
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yoo hoo I'm up here you dopes!! Come and get me.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rebuilding Russia after WWII. It'll take awhile.

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    Vonnie Stewart
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Security detail for the St peter and paul fortress

    Nazda Pokmov
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Off to pick up some river ice for this evening..

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    Andie Mitchell
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I said Love I said Pet I said Pet I said Love"

    Bill Bauer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dixie grocery store, my least favorite place to buy groceries.

    LSR
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I assume the blonde one is Han Solo...

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then I told em. "don't like my drain's and eat'n than make your own bed".

    Akalvin
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is exactly what I expected to see in russia

    Gerard Neaux
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at that cool sleeve tattoo on the lady! She a rebel iconoclast

    Kona Pake
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait till you see her after she Photoshops the picture, you’ll be drooling over her.

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    Kimu but she’s inactive
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    4 years ago

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    Wait… I thought these were pictures of russia… not america..???

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That skyline is stunning. The entire pic is stunning!

    Bill Bauer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They just bought this ship for this occasion for the graduating students. They block off the Palace square and have a huge concert for the graduating students.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someday, a sailor will take me on his ship and we'll sail into the sunset.

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    Theenbypotat
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like the Beetles, if they made a whole album based off of the fact that they were splitting up...

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    RFT Daly
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    See the cat in the left hand corner? How do the stray stay warm in the Russian winter?

    German Gargicevich
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The same as in the American winter, commanding a human to keep them warm.

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    Mickie Shea
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tis the girl in front carrying a windshield?

    Teresa Spanics
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AWW, I hope that dear sweet kitty has a home 😻💖

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    Gerard Neaux
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many costumed people, how, why, and where?

    Yuri Svjagintsev
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    St Petersburg. They make money off tourists to have their photo taken with a historical figure

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    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anya, are we in a time warp? Where are our horses?

    Lyone Fein
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All those tanks in the background

    Bill Bauer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right next to the hermitage, one of my favorite restaurants is right down the street.

    Nazda Pokmov
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Czar Peter the Great reviewing the tanks....!!!!

    Bill Bauer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OK so he is dressed as Peter the Great, these folks charge 300 rubles to get your photo taken with them.

    R Carson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We're late for opening night.

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    Bacony Cakes
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Putin sweater stays ON during sex!

    Gerard Neaux
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is possibly the most horrifying sentence I heard my entire life 🤣

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    Sue Grigg
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just assume a Putin sweater is a warning of ignorance, like a MAGA hat.

    Al Christensen
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suspect Trump has several of these Putin shirts.

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    Dave P
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's one to ensure the police cant beat you when they arrest you

    Hugh Walter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The definition of a 'cult of personality'

    Slune
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is in St. Petersburg where you can buy Putin Shirts on every corner. It's Putin's birthplace

    Cookie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look, another sheeple who likes to be scre.wed by politicians.

    Victor
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How to survive in Russia.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sad to have, I must wear this sweater for a year.

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    Manndy Fisher
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forget the duck face, It's Rodney from Flushed Away!

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Girls kinda similar around this world.

    Bill Bauer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The blue beret is what the Russian Paratroopers wear, this is during their holiday on the 2nd of August.

    Cookie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Narcissism is universal.

    Slune
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where are my carrots??

    Lori T Wisconsin
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Duck face just screams, I'm an attention seeking teenager.

    Ellis Reed
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Complaining about trends among young people that don't affect you at all just screams angry condescending Boomer.

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    Kona Pake
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just Putin and his real guise.

    R Carson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you least expect it.....

    Tami
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not Amazon this time.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grim reaper in Russia? Who is he look'n for?

    Witchling
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't pay any attention to the guy with the scythe....

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    R Carson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone didn't get the memo.

    Richard Henderson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess you mean the one in yellow cause she’s the only one wearing colours but, honestly, it could be any of them. They’re all dressed very differently.

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    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Culture abounds and I'm lik'n it.

    Lyone Fein
    Community Member
    4 years ago

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    So, are they all working girls?

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    Witchling
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This could be anywhere in the world lol

    Simon Kwan
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. Corporate globalization. I damn near vomited in Paris when I crossed a street with both a McD and a Starbucks.

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    Grayson Wrigley
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't like McDonald's generally, but the Big Macs I got in Moscow were AMAZING.

    Tami
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two sets of twins enjoying the double-arches?

    Cookie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Junk food addiction is universal.

    Mickie Shea
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lunch break. All for McDonalds, over here.

    Bruce Kunde
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Afghanistan does have fast food, but not McDonald’s

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    BigBoi
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some egyptian artifacts were moved to Russia, like the second British Museum...

    Cookie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People used to be a lot taller not very long ago.

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    Skara Brae
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Yes! I finally have a chance to whack one of those *#@! paparazzi!"

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    Cookie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wish he had taken off his mask. Bet he has a face full of character.

    Dorothy Parker
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Robin Williams is hiding in Russia. If only.

    Bill Bauer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kazan cathedral in the Nevsky Prospekt

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    German Gargicevich
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least looks clean. I have been in way worst hotels in Central America. And they have giant cockroaches.

    Hugh Walter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We've forgotten how Lino covers a multitude of sins with a smooth [ish] coating!

    Slune
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like a painting from a Russian Edward Hopper!

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    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ice water plunge. Nope nope nope.

    German Gargicevich
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the air temperature is below the freezing point, liquid water feels warmer, as it can't be below 32 F. Getting out of the water is another question, as the heat transfer is way more efficient from wet bodies and clothes.

    Forrest McCanless
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The professionals know how to dress, at least . . .

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    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When do you think winter will get here?

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    Bacony Cakes
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does Sergei have a boob pit?

    Hugh Walter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a story here we really needed to know!

    Slune
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long as there is no blood!

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    Johnny
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that drones or fireworks? It's pretty cool if it's drones, amazing if it's fireworks.

    Skara Brae
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely drones. You might like this video of Scotland's Hogmanay 2020 show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LKKmimrsx8

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    Kona Pake
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Secret bomb delivery system.

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    Lisa Samuelson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have to admit, that's pretty cool!!

    Slune
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A part of St.Petersburg with channels likein Venice

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    Skara Brae
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nature show: "The wildebeest are nearly ready to begin their annual migration." 122-tanzan...84a157.jpg 122-tanzania-the-great-migration1-617b8b184a157.jpg

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    Scagsy
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Local bank Manager said to be single-handedly holding up his branch.

    Glen MacLeod
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a painting by Magritte.

    Glen MacLeod
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a painting by Magritte

    Yup
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he’s using that as a divining rod, I doubt he’ll get a clear answer.

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    Tiny Dancer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Think we found the other side of the "boob tub" pic, lol.

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    AnnaB
    Community Member
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I scanned the QR code and got the menu for the 'Cafe Singer' restaurant!!! The menu is in Russian and English!

    Sofie
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder what they're thinking wearing masks and looking out at all those people

    Gerard Neaux
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That the zombie apocalypse would leave no survivors

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    Bill Bauer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cafe in the Nevsky Prospekt, right over a huge bookstore.

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    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LMAO! This is GREAT! That's a happy man in there.

    Bill Bauer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    300 rubles for a photo with these guys, they are kind of annoying. Really pushy.

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    Yup
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fingers on the left glove?

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've done this. Drawn my fingers into my palm and taken them out of the fingers of the glove - this can actually be warmer. Your fingers warm each other. Separated by wool can make them cold. This is why mittens are more efficient at keeping hands warm.

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    bookshellf
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    these photos all have music to them, it's really impressive!

    Rob Chapman
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And IIIIIIIEEEEIIIIIII will always love YOUUUUUUUUUU!!!

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    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, that is definitely water I would want to swim in.

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    Pierre Tomas
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ..we're off to see the wizard.. the wonderful wizard of oz..

    R Carson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like she could kick some booty.

    Hugh Walter
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly they seem to match the US in idolising 'the military', instead of seeing it as an expensive necessity.

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    Skara Brae
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Worriedly checking her phone for messages explaining why everyone else is leaving town.

    Linda Roy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can someone from the area explain what's going on?

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    sofacushionfort
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Displaying the two immortal qualities of Russia: the beauty of the soul, and the practice of the knout.

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    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perfect mirror for those of us with a little extra tummy going on!

    Loki Kat
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A portrait of Evan Peters!

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    Tamra Stiffler
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww...I kinda want to give that little old lady some tea and cookies.

    Skara Brae
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remembering being that age. Where did the years go?

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    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once again, this could be anywhere. We are more alike than we think. Homelessness is never pretty (if in fact, this is a homeless person).

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    Sue Grigg
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would make a great, giant skating rink in the winter.

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    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one talking makes me think of one of the faces in Norman Rockwell's "Gossip".

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    German Gargicevich
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Russian are more racist than Americans, and not only against blacks.

    Sue Grigg
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had no idea there are black people in Russia.

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    Skara Brae
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Russia imposed a law several years ago banning swearing. Perhaps she's about to clean out someone's mouth. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-russia-censorship/russia-launches-swearing-ban-books-films-plays-risk-fines-idUSKBN0F64L920140701

    Witchling
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Synchronized pressure washing?

    An Trần
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am seeing ballet dancers

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    King Joffrey
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they're burning the effigy of Morana - it's a tradition across Eastern Europe.

    Bacony Cakes
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She weighs one hundred fifty kilograms and fires two hundred dollar, custom-tooled cartridges at ten thousand rounds per minute. It costs four hundred thousand dollars to fire this weapon for twelve seconds.

    Sarcastic Cow
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they are burning Morena - a slavic end of winter ritual. In a way typical for Russians.

    Cookie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah, the annual burning of thieving politicians.

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    Skara Brae
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Almost didn't notice that the photographer blurred out his reflection in the window.

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    bookshellf
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    woah this gives me a headache almost.. I feel the rat-race, or just crowded places in general... Me on the left having a quarterlife crisis xD

    BG
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Statistically, 37 is mid-life.

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    LJ Robinson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The kids don't look shocked or anything. Maybe they hadn't noticed his pants are down? Maybe they are used to it?

    Loki Kat
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pooping in the flower pot!

    Opal Troyer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    happily enjoying the cold stone on his butt

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    Witchling
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can pick your friends. You can pick your flowers. But you really shouldn't let your flowers pick your nose.

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    K
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What are they doing?

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    Johnny
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that a young girl? She looks like she could be 10 years old... or 40 years old.