Russia is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Europe.

How large and how populated is Russia?

Russia covers approximately 17,098,200 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 146,028,325, recorded for 2,025. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

How many national parks are associated with Russia?

Russia is associated with 65 national parks in the dataset. That count makes the location relevant as a park-discovery entry point, whether it is being viewed as a country, a region, or a broader geographic grouping.

Which national parks are associated with Russia?

The dataset links Russia with the following national parks: Alaniya National Park, Alkhanay National Park, Anyuysky National Park, Bashkiriya National Park, Beringia National Park, Bikin National Park, Buzuluksky Bor National Park, Chikoy National Park. This list gives a direct protected-area overview for the location and is often the quickest way to understand why the place matters in MoriAtlas.

Which countries or regions are associated with Russia?

Russia is associated with the following country or countries: Russia. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Allaikhovsky District, Altai Krai, Altai Republic, Amur Oblast, Arkhangelsk Oblast, Bashkortostan, Buryatia, Chelyabinsk Oblast. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Russia?

The official name of Russia is Russian Federation, and its native name is Российская Федерация. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Russia?

Russia is associated with the following language codes: ru, and with the time zone Asia/Krasnoyarsk. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Russia?

Russia is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is Russia considered mountainous?

Yes. Russia is classified as mountainous in the dataset. That usually suggests stronger relief, more topographic variation, and a physical setting that may support distinctive regional landscapes and park systems.

What are the main country facts for Russia?

For Russia, the capital is Moscow, the largest city is Moscow, and the associated currency code is RUB. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Russia in geographic datasets?

Russia is identified by the ISO code RU and the country code RU. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

How many national parks are in Russia, and which ones are they?

Russia is associated with 65 national parks in the dataset: Alaniya National Park, Alkhanay National Park, Anyuysky National Park, Bashkiriya National Park, Beringia National Park, Bikin National Park, Buzuluksky Bor National Park, Chikoy National Park. This makes the country page one of the strongest entry points for browsing its protected landscapes at a national scale.

Which regions are associated with Russia?

Russia is associated with the following region or regions: Allaikhovsky District, Altai Krai, Altai Republic, Amur Oblast, Arkhangelsk Oblast, Bashkortostan, Buryatia, Chelyabinsk Oblast. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Russia: parks and protected areas

Protected areas around Lake Baikal safeguard a distinctive freshwater environment. Farther east, Kamchatka's volcanoes, glaciers, and salmon rivers support another set of habitats, including those of brown bears and sea eagles.

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Russia Park System Snapshot and National Protected Area Records

Comparing conservation scale, historical age, designation patterns, and diverse habitats.

Users can examine aggregated park sizes, regional designations, and environmental profiles across known conservation records in Russia. Synthesizing historical establishment years alongside climate zones provides essential geographic context for comparing diverse arctic tundra, mountain, and taiga landscapes where data is currently mapped.

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Navigate Russia: A Comprehensive Atlas to National Parks and Protected Areas

As the world's largest country by area, Russia offers an unparalleled geographic context for exploring a vast array of national parks and protected areas. This atlas provides a structured entry point to discover the immense scale of Russia's conservation landscapes, spanning diverse ecosystems and regional park lists across its transcontinental geography.

Russia is a transcontinental nation spanning eleven time zones, bordered by fourteen countries. It is the world's largest country by area, covering 17,098,246 km². Moscow is the capital and largest city, while Saint Petersburg is the second-largest and a major cultural centre.

Russia is the world's's largest country by land area, spanning Eastern Europe and North Asia. With a population of over 140 million, it is the most populous country in Europe and the ninth-most populous globally. The country is highly urbanised, with sixteen urban areas exceeding one million inhabitants. Russia has a rich history dating back to the East Slavs and Kievan Rus', evolving through the Tsardom, Russian Empire, Soviet Union, and into the current Russian Federation.

Largest city:Moscow

Currency code:RUB

ISO code:RU

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17,098,200 km²

Population

146,028,325 (2,025)

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Park atlas71 parks

Browse Russia's extensive network of protected landscapes and natural reserves on an interactive atlas.

Discover National Parks and Protected Areas Across Russia's Vast Geography

Explore Russia's national parks and protected areas, from the Arctic to the Far East. This comprehensive country-level atlas provides detailed information and geographic context for each protected landscape, helping you understand their distribution across the world's largest country. Uncover diverse ecosystems and conservation efforts.

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Nature reserveSakha Republic

Lena Pillars

Explore the regional landscape and park boundaries.

Lena Pillars, in Sakha Republic, Russia. Landscapes: rivers and cliffs.

Area: 13,870 km²
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland
Climate: Subpolar

Lena Pillars Nature Reserve Geography

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National parkSakha Republic

Lena Pillars National Park

Explore the unique cliff-lined river corridors and boreal wilderness.

Lena Pillars National Park, in Sakha Republic, Russia. Landscapes: mountains, cliffs, and forests.

Area: 12,179.4 km²
Established: 1994
IUCN: II
Relief: Highland

Lena Pillars National Park Geography

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National parkIrkutsk Oblast

Pribaikalsky National Park: Geographic Context and Protected Landscape Boundaries

Coastal mountain terrain and the freshwater ecosystems of Irkutsk Oblast.

Located in Russia, Pribaikalsky National Park represents a primary protected area within the Lake Baikal basin. The region features dramatic topographical transitions from the Primorsky Range to the inland expanse of Olkhon Island. This record provides a detailed look at the park's physical geography, including its forest cover, coastal cliffs, and the significant role of the Angara River outflow in shaping the surrounding Siberian terrain.

Area: 4,173 km²
Established: 1986
IUCN: II
Visitors: 400K annual

Pribaikalsky National Park Geographic Atlas

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National parkKomi Republic

Yugyd Va National Park: Protected Boreal Wilderness and Mountain Geography in the Komi Republic

Exploring Europe's largest protected taiga and Ural mountain ecosystems.

Yugyd Va National Park offers a comprehensive look at the high-altitude geography of the Ural Mountains and the surrounding boreal taiga. As the largest protected wilderness area in Europe, this site showcases a dramatic transition from ancient lowland forest floors to alpine tundra summits. The park map highlights significant river corridors and granite mountain ranges that define this remote, undisturbed ecological landscape in the Russian north.

Area: 18,917 km²
Established: 1994
IUCN: II
Visitors: 4K annual

Yugyd Va National Park Geography

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National parkKrasnodar Krai

Sochi National Park: Mapped Geography and Protected Mountain Landscapes

A cornerstone of the Western Caucasus mountain range

Sochi National Park represents a significant protected area within Krasnodar Krai, defined by its steep elevation changes and varied mountain ecosystems. The park preserves crucial river corridors and forest terrain, stretching from the Black Sea coast to the high-altitude meadows of the Greater Caucasus. This atlas overview highlights the natural boundaries and geographic character of one of Russia's most significant conservation landscapes.

Area: 1,937.37 km²
Established: 1983
IUCN: II
Visitors: 2.8M annual

Sochi National Park Atlas

Protected areaKamchatka Krai

Commander Islands

Explore protected landscapes in Kamchatka Krai.

Commander Islands, in Kamchatka Krai, Russia. Landscapes: islands, cliffs, and volcanoes.

Area: 1,846 km²
IUCN: Ia
Relief: Mixed relief
Climate: Subpolar

Commander Islands Protected Area Atlas

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National parkKrasnoyarsk Krai

Krasnoyarsk Pillars

Discover mapped terrain and regional park context in Siberia.

Krasnoyarsk Pillars, in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia. Landscapes: cliffs, valleys, and forests.

Area: 471.54 km²
Established: 2019
IUCN: II
Visitors: 200K annual

Krasnoyarsk Pillars National Park Details

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National parkPrimorsky Krai

Bikin National Park

Old-growth forest wilderness in the Sikhote-Alin range

Bikin National Park, in Primorsky Krai, Russia. Landscapes: forests, rivers, and mountains.

Area: 11,600 km²
Established: 2015
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

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National parkKaliningrad Oblast

Curonian Spit National Park

Explore a UNESCO World Heritage sand spit with unique terrain.

Curonian Spit National Park, in Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia. Landscapes: dunes, beaches, and wetlands.

Area: 66 km²
Established: 1987
IUCN: II
Visitors: 1M annual

Curonian Spit National Park Atlas

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National parkRussia

Russian Arctic National Park: Russia's Premier Northernmost Protected Landscape

Arctic Islands, Glacial Terrain, and Marine Mammal Habitats

Russian Arctic National Park preserves some of the planet's most remote and pristine Arctic environments across the Novaya Zemlya and Franz Josef Land archipelagos. This protected area offers unparalleled insight into Arctic geography, showcasing dramatic glacial landscapes, extensive seabird colonies, and critical feeding grounds for polar bears and bowhead whales. Explore the park's unique protected landscape and its significance within the broader atlas of global conservation efforts.

Area: 14,260 km²
Established: 2009
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Russian Arctic National Park Protected Landscape

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National parkPrimorsky Krai

Land of the Leopard National Park

Atlas exploration of Russia's critical Amur leopard habitat.

Land of the Leopard National Park, in Primorsky Krai, Russia. Landscapes: forests, woodlands, and hills.

Area: 2,799 km²
Established: 2012
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Land of the Leopard National Park Protected Area

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Nature reserveKarachay-Cherkess Republic

Teberda Nature Reserve: Protected Area Mapping and Geographic Context

Explore the mapped boundaries and regional geography of this protected landscape.

Teberda Nature Reserve is a significant protected area located in the Karachay-Cherkess Republic, offering rich opportunities for geographic exploration. This page provides detailed atlas-style information, focusing on the reserve's mapped landscape and its protected-area identity. Understand the unique geographic context and contours of Teberda Nature Reserve, contributing to a structured understanding of Russia's natural protected lands.

Area: 849.96 km²
Established: 1936
IUCN: Ia
Visitors: 200K annual

Teberda Nature Reserve Protected Area

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Landscape and environment

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Russia geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Russia through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Russia.

Russia geography and landscape

Russia spans Eastern Europe and North Asia, covering 17,098,246 km². It shares land borders with fourteen countries—more than any other nation—and spans eleven time zones. The landscape includes vast plains, mountain ranges such as the Urals and Caucasus, and extensive coastlines along the Arctic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Baltic Sea, Black Sea, and Caspian Sea.

Russia nature and environment

Russia's vast territory encompasses diverse ecosystems including tundra, taiga forests, steppes, and mountainous regions. The country has numerous protected areas, nature reserves, and national parks preserving its biodiversity.

Russia climate and seasonal conditions

Russia experiences extreme climate diversity due to its vast size, ranging from Arctic conditions in the north to temperate climates in the south. The country spans multiple climate zones.

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Park map

Explore the geographic distribution of Russia's national parks, revealing how protected areas are positioned across its transcontinental expanse.

Explore the National Parks Map of Russia: Discover Protected Areas Across the World's Largest Country

Preview the geographic locations of Russia's national parks and protected areas on an interactive map, understanding their placement within this immense transcontinental nation. This overview allows for quick spatial comparison and provides an entry point to the dedicated, comprehensive country map for deeper geographic exploration.

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Natural feature types

Browse the Complete Index of Named Natural Features Across Russia

MoriAtlas provides a structured path for investigating geographic features and natural landmarks within Russia. Follow this collection to analyze how specific landforms correlate with park boundaries and broader regional geography in the world's largest country.

Explore the vast geographic spread and conservation landscapes across Russia's diverse territories.

Common Questions About Russia's National Parks, Protected Areas, and Geography

Delve into key insights regarding Russia's national parks and extensive network of protected areas, spanning its immense transcontinental geography. These frequently asked questions provide essential context on park distribution, regional ecosystems, and conservation efforts across the world's largest country.

Other countries

Compare national park geographies and diverse protected areas across countries bordering Russia.

Discover Other Countries: National Parks and Protected Areas Beyond Russia

From Russia, explore national parks and protected areas situated in neighboring countries and across related continental geographies. This structured atlas view facilitates comprehensive geographic discovery, illustrating the distribution of conservation landscapes and diverse terrains beyond Russia's extensive borders.

Finland: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Finland, including Oulanka and Pallas-Yllästunturi.

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Finland National Parks and Protected Areas

Kazakhstan: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Kazakhstan, including Altyn-Emel and Charyn.

38 parks

Kazakhstan National Parks Atlas

Mongolia: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Mongolia, including Khövsgöl National Park and Buir Lake.

34 parks

Mongolia National Parks Atlas

China: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in China, including Jiuzhaigou and Wulingyuan.

34 parks

China National Parks and Protected Areas

Kyrgyzstan: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Kyrgyzstan, including Ala-Archa and Besh-Tash.

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Kyrgyzstan National Parks Atlas

Uzbekistan: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Uzbekistan, including Zaamin and Ugam-Chatkal.

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Uzbekistan National Parks and Protected Areas

North Korea: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in North Korea, including Pujŏn.

1 park

North Korea Protected Areas Atlas

Tajikistan: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Tajikistan, including Periochi Moytti Toy Ziou.

1 park

Tajikistan National Parks Atlas

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Protected area types

Continue Exploring Russia's Protected Area Classifications and Geography

Deepen your understanding of Russia's conservation framework by continuing to browse the specific designation categories. See how each classification is represented geographically, offering a structured path into detailed information about protected landscapes across the world's largest country. This focused exploration reveals the atlas-driven value of understanding park designations.

Russia's Protected Area Designations

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