Many countries have their own national symbols, such as the Chinese dragon, the American eagle, etc., and the symbol of Russia is the "polar bear". Comparing Russia to a "polar bear" first appeared in the West in the 18th century, indicating that Russians are barbaric, aggressive and lazy. But in the minds of Russians, the image of the bear is heroic and a symbol of bravery, strength and wisdom. Polar bears are large animals, which fits the characteristics of Russia's vast territory.
In the eyes of Europeans, the term "polar bear" is related to Russia's geographical location, because it is located in the northernmost part of Europe and Asia; it is also related to the character of Russians, who look relatively cold. Not easily accessible. Extension: Russia
The Russian Federation (Russian: Российская Федерация, English: The Russian Federation), referred to as Russia, is composed of 22 autonomous republics, 46 states, 9 border regions, 4 A federal government and a constitutional state composed of autonomous regions, 1 autonomous prefecture, and 3 federal municipalities. The national flag is white, blue and red. The main body of the national emblem is a double-headed eagle pattern. Russia is located in northern Eurasia, spanning the two continents of Europe and Asia. With a land area of ??17.0754 million square kilometers, Russia is the largest country in the world. After the disintegration of the Soviet Union on December 25, 1991, Russia, the largest member country, officially became independent and inherited most of the Soviet Union's military power. Its comprehensive military strength ranks second in the world and it has the world's largest nuclear weapons arsenal. In the international system of "one superpower, many powers", Russia is a powerful country with great influence. Its military industry strength is strong, especially its aerospace technology, which ranks among the best in the world. In addition, Russia is one of the five BRICS countries.
Russia is located at 30°~180°E and 50°~80°N, spanning Europe and Asia. It is located in eastern Europe and the northern part of the Asian continent. Most of its European territory is the Eastern European Plain. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Pacific Ocean to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland to the northwest.
Russia covers an area of ??17.0982 million square kilometers (accounting for 76.3% of the former Soviet Union’s territory and 11.4% of the earth’s land area) and 13% of its water area. It is the largest country in the world. It is 9,000 kilometers long from east to west and spans 11 time zones; it is 4,000 kilometers wide from north to south and spans four climate zones. With the addition of the Crimean Republic and the city of Sevastopol to Russia, 25,500 square kilometers were added to Russia's territory.