What do you think? what do people from all over the world associate russa with

Russia is a big country which is famous all over the world. In most case Russia is associated with different historical places, as it is known that Russia has a rich history. Also,our country is sometimes thought as a country with good  cookery and dishes like pancakes. As for me,Russia is my native country and firstly it is a place for me where I was born and where my family and friends live.