As you know, Russia is the hosting country for the FIFA World Cup 2018! It is known to be the world’s largest nation as it borders European and Asian countries, as well as the Pacific and Arctic oceans. Here’s a list of things that you need to know about this fantastic hosting country of the World Cup.
FIFA Qatar World Cup is right around the corner and the schedules for the matches are already set up, we just need to wait until November 20222, in the meantime, here’s a list of things that you need to know about this fantastic hosting country of the World Cup.
1. The World’s Largest McDonald’s
This is dedicated to the loyal fans of McDonald’s, Russia will be the right place for you to go. You can find the largest McDonald’s here with 700 seats available in the restaurant!
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2. Beer is life
Do you know that beer is not counted as an alcoholic drink in Russia until 2013? In Russia, people are known for their good ability in drinking beer. If you want to discover the fact, head over to Russia for an eye opening experience.
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3. Say no to flower
Normally we would give a dozen of roses to the person we love and cherish during special occasions. But in Russia, men do not give flowers to women as it brings bad luck!
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4. Dirty cars are not allowed in the city
Yes, you read that right. In Russia, it is actually illegal to drive around in a dirty car. Offenders will be fined if their drive their dirty car on the road.
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5. Women > Men
There are more women than men in Russia! According to studies, there are approximately 10 million more women than men, and this is due to the result of men dying from World War ll.
6. Double trouble at Twins Restaurant in Moscow
The Twin Star Restaurant produced a special experience for guests to dine-in by hiring only twin brothers or sisters. Whether it is the host serving you at the table, or the bartender at the bar, they’re wearing their uniforms, they’re both similar twins that are dressed with the same uniforms provided by the restaurant owners.
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7. Swimming during Winter is a norm over here
All of us would die in the cold for swimming in such a cold weather, RIGHT? However, Russians love winter swimming!
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8. Tetris
Do you know the famous PC game Tetris is created by a Russian? His name is Alexey Pajitnov!
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9. Beards
Have you heard of “Beard Tax”? Yes, in Russia they do have something like this! People who had beard need to pay the tax during Peter the Great’s Reign.
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10. Oil production
Russia is known as the second largest producer for oil in the world! How impressive right?
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