Things You'll Only See In Russia

The Famous Non-Moving Clock

There is a clock in the White Dining Room in the Hermitage Palace that's primary function is to remind viewers of a historical point in time. The clock reads 2:10 AM, which represents the time that the Bolsheviks arrested Russia's provisional government. On Oct. 25, 1917, at 2:10 AM, Russia became a communist country.

The Crown Jewels contain the two biggest cut diamonds on Earth.
There's a Russian village where every resident is a tightrope walker.
Hippos produce their own sunblock.
“Digging a hole to China” is theoretically possible if you start in Argentina.

Things You'll Only See In Russia

The Famous Non-Moving Clock

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