Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
Russian is the official language, using the Cyrillic alphabet.
Culture
Cultural markers may include Orthodox churches with onion domes, matryoshka dolls, and public spaces with statues of historical figures.
Miscellaneous
Look for distinctive street furniture like bus stop designs and unique public transport vehicles, as well as Cyrillic text on storefronts.
Environment & landscape
Environment
Russia features diverse landscapes including vast steppes, dense forests, mountains (like the Ural Mountains), and extensive rivers (such as the Volga).
Infrastructure
Architectural styles range from Soviet-era brutalism to modern skyscrapers in cities. Traditional wooden dachas can also be found in rural areas.
Coverage
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Foliage
Common tree types include birch, pine, and spruce, with various grasses prevalent in different regions.
Topography
Russia features diverse topography, including vast plains, mountain ranges such as the Ural Mountains, and areas of tundra.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates are white with a blue band on the left side that displays the region code. The format is typically 1234 AB 78.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs often have a mix of Cyrillic text and international symbols. Warning signs are usually triangular, and informational signs are rectangular.
Stop
Stop signs in Russia read 'СТОП' (STOP in Cyrillic).
Bollards
Bollards in Russia may often be simple concrete or metal posts with little decoration, used primarily for traffic control.
Poles
Utility poles in Russia are typically wooden or concrete and may bear various markings, including local utility company labels.