Interesting Russia Facts
Russia is a coastal country located in Eurasia where it is bordered by Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Estonia, Finland, Georgia, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Mongolia, Norway, Poland, Ukraine, the Arctic Ocean, Baltic Sea, Barents Sea, Black Sea, Caspian Sea, Pacific Ocean and Sea of Azov. It stretches across 17,098,200 km2 of land. The approximate population of Russia is somewhere in the region of 143,989,754.
Find out interesting Russia facts and information about this European/Asian country with our fact file for kids. Identify important facts about the geography, landscape, landmarks, flag, population, size, continent, language, people, culture, climate, currency and location of Russia.
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Russia Fact File: Continent: Europe/Asia * Country Name(s): Russia, Russian Federation * Location: Eurasia * Bordering: Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Estonia, Finland, Georgia, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Mongolia, Norway, Poland, Ukraine, the Arctic Ocean, Baltic Sea, Barents Sea, Black Sea, Caspian Sea, Pacific Ocean and Sea of Azov * Capital City: Moscow * Size: 17,098,200 km2 * Estimated Population: over 143,989,754 * Currency: Russian ruble (RUB) * Language(s): Russian * Country Code: +7
Interesting Russia Facts for Kids
Interesting Facts for Kids 1: Size & location facts
Russia is located on the continents of Europe and Asia, where it has a coastal position and is bordered by Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Estonia, Finland, Georgia, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Mongolia, Norway, Poland, Ukraine, the Arctic Ocean, Baltic Sea, Barents Sea, Black Sea, Caspian Sea, Pacific Ocean and Sea of Azov. There are seven continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Antarctica, Australia (Oceania). Europe is the world's second smallest continent, occupying a total area of 10,180,000 km2. Europe has 51 countries, with some countries belonging to both Europe and Asia, and forms 6.8% of the world's landmass. Asia is the largest continent in the world, it has 48 countries, with some countries belonging to both Asia and Europe. It spans a total area of 43,820,000 km2 and forms 29.5% of the world's landmass. Russia is a coastal country that spreads across a total area of approximately 17,098,200 km2. It is the largest country in the world and forms part of two continents; Asia and Europe. The vast majority, approximately 77 percent, of Russia's land area occurs in Asia with the remainder coming under Europe.
Interesting Facts for Kids 2: Population facts
The population of this Eurasian country is in excess of 143,989,754 people. The majority of Russia's inhabitants reside in Moscow which is the country's most populous city. Russia has the ninth highest population in the world, its overall population density is approximately 8 people per sq km. The estimated population of Europe is 738,442,000 and Asia 4,393,296,000. Europe has the second smallest population in the world and Asia has the largest. The continents in order of population, starting with highest population first, are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia (Oceania Region) and Antarctica. The total population of the entire world is in excess of 7.6 billion people.
Interesting Facts for Kids 3: Capital & major cities
The capital of Russia is Moscow. The names of other major cities located in this country are St Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Nizhny Novgorod and Samara.
Interesting Facts for Kids 4: Country borders
The following information provides a guideline to the approximate border lengths of Russia:
Coastline 37,653 km, Azerbaijan 338 km, Belarus 1,312 km, China (southeast border) 4,133 km, China (south border) 46 km, Estonia 324 km, Finland 1,309 km, Georgia 894 km, Kazakhstan 7,644 km, North Korea 18 km, Latvia 332 km, Lithuania (Kaliningrad Oblast: Russian exclave) 261 km, Mongolia 3,452 km, Norway 191 km, Poland (Kaliningrad Oblast: Russian exclave) 210 km, Ukraine 1,944 km.
Interesting Facts for Kids 5: Climate and geography facts
Russia has a continental climate characterized by dry, warm to hot summers and cold to extremely cold winters. The geography of Russia is very diverse due to the size and location of this huge country. The East European Plain comprises of grassland and forests, large treeless areas and semi-desert regions. Russia's land is vast and covers various geographical regions including tundra, the Taiga boreal forest, temperate steppe, plains, and mountainous regions. Europe's longest river, the Volga, flows through central Russia into the Caspian Sea. The lowest point of Russia is the Caspian Sea at -28m, and the highest point of elevation is Gora El'brus at 5,642m.
Interesting Facts for Kids 6: Natural Resources of Russia
Natural resources are materials and substances that can be found occurring naturally on Earth. Natural resources are very important across the world, and can be exploited for economic gain. The level of natural resources present in an individual country depends on varying factors which are influenced by the geography, climate and location of that country. Some countries, such as Russia, The United States, Saudi Arabia and Canada, have many natural resources, where as some other countries have limited to none. Food, transport and construction are three of the primary uses of natural resources. For example, fish is a naturally occurring resource that can be caught for food consumption. Crude oils can be refined into different types of fuels in order to power vehicles/cars. Wood/timber from forests can be used to build homes and furniture. The natural resources found in Russia include oil, natural gas, coal, minerals, rare elements and timber.
Interesting Facts for Kids 7: Language facts
The official language of Russia is Russian. Other languages that are used as a primary form of communication but on a smaller scale include Tatar and Chechen.
Interesting Facts for Kids 8: Religion facts
The primary religion of Russia is Russian Orthodox at approximately 18% of the population. Around Muslim 15%. The remaining population either belongs to other religions or no religion at all.
Interesting Facts for Kids 9: Symbols of Russia
Every country has its own unique culture, history and identity. Flags, symbols, emblems, mottos, songs, anthems and colors are used by countries across the world to represent national pride and identity. These national symbols are forged through a nation's unique history and can represent both hardship and prosperity, embodying freedom, strength and unity. Flags, emblems, colors, songs and mottos reflect the past, present and future aspirations of a country, and create an important image to the rest of the world. National symbols can include a mixture of things that are symbolic to a country such as animals, birds, flowers, trees, geographical features, tools of agriculture, crops, and tools of war. Here are some important facts on the symbols, songs and colors of Russia:
National symbol(s): bear, double-headed eagle
National colors: white, blue and red
National Anthem/Song: Gimn Rossiyskoy Federatsii (Translation: National Anthem of the Russian Federation)
National Holiday(s): Russia Day, 12 June (1990)