The snowy winter brings with it Christmas and New Year's Eve - two big holidays that Europeans and Americans wait for all year round, but among them all, the country that most looks forward to this period is undoubtedly Russia, where they celebrate the infamous Novy God. During this Russian celebration of New Year’s, Moscow, the capital of Russia, is decorated with so many bright and glittery lights that it looks like a fairy tale. Photographer Kristina Makeeva recorded these amazing sights, which we’ve decided to share with you – are you ready to enter a magical fairy tale land?
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