When we think of Russia, the first thing that comes to mind is snow and freezing temperatures. But that is not all that this great country has to offer. Russia is jam packed with history and different cultures that have been preserved through the years. Russia is the largest country in the world and with its massive size; it is also the ninth most populous country in the world. Russia's historical past has left various relics and facts that make the country rich in stories. Many of these stories can be viewed and experienced in any of the museums that the country has to offer. Here are just five of the most famous and most visited museums in Russia.

State Hermitage Museum:

The museum in St Petersburg hosts one of the finest and largest collections of art in the world. Pieces such as Egyptian carvings can be spotted at this museum. Rembrandt and Impressionist masterpieces are also a common sight at this great museum. There is a hall that consists of the art that was captured from German soldiers after the event of World War II. This historical museum which can be found in the Winter Palace that was taken over by revolutionaries in the year 1917 is one of the most well-known museums in the country.