Points of Russia: Exploring the Land of the Tsars

Exploring the Story of Russia’s Expansion Russians have a long and storied history that is often fascinating to learn about and explore. But, how did Russia become the country it is today? How has it expanded so significantly over the centuries? By taking a look at Russia’s history, it is possible to understand why it has had so much success in gaining control over the region it does today. Russia has grown significantly since its inception, having its power expand from the east all the way to the west. One of main events leading to this was the fall of Constantinople in 1453. This marked the end of the Byzantine Empire, which had come to significant power around the Black Sea. Russia was then able to expand its borders westward, leading to its early rise in power. During this initial period of conquest and expansion, Russia was governed primarily by a series of Tsars. Chase Fade @ Unsplash During the 16th century, Russia experienced a great burst ...