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Culture of Russia
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Russian culture (Russian: Культура России, romanized: Kul'tura Rossii, IPA: [kʊlʲˈturə rɐˈsʲiɪ]) has been formed by the nation's history, its geographical location and its vast expanse, religious and social traditions, and both Eastern[1] and Western influence.[2] Russian writers and philosophers have played an important role in the development of European thought.[3][4] The Russians have also greatly influenced classical music,[5] ballet,[6] sport,[7] painting,[8] and cinema.[9] The nation has also made pioneering contributions to science and technology and space exploration.[10][11]
"Russian dance" redirects here. For the dance movement from The Nutcracker, see Trepak (The Nutcracker).
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