If you’re looking for something slightly different whilst touring Russia, head to the small town of Vyborg and take a tour of the Vyborg Castle. This 13th century medieval fortress is different because it enjoys a more Finnish design. When it was built it was one of three major castles in Finland. It was designed to serve as the easternmost outpost for medieval Sweden and is located on the corner of the Gulf of Finland on the Karelian isthmus. It was originally built in the 1290s and today serves, not only as an interesting historical attraction but also as a museum.