My name is Anastasia, I work as a journalist and am now heading from Moscow to Istanbul to take the exam for admission to a European university.

I'm kind, funny and smart! I am ready to support a conversation on any topic from the weather outside the window to politics. I’ll be happy to hear about how you live in Turkey and in return I’ll tell you about life in my country. And I will definitely bring you a gift from Russia!

In my free time I read a lot, walk, play billiards and spend time in nature. I worked for Greenpeace Russia before it stopped working in my country, so I treat the world around me with love and care. Therefore, I promise to respect personal boundaries, cleanliness and the rules of your home.

This is my first trip through Couchsurfing, but I can share links on my socials with my host!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

In March I am taking an international exam in English in Istanbul to enter a European university. I'm going to study ecology and political science in my bachelor's degree program.

I also plan to see my friends who moved from Russia to Turkey :)

Interests

• arts
• performing arts
• fashion
• environment
• politics
• travelling
• learning languages
• feminism
• local food
• studying
• local cuisine

Music, Movies, and Books

The book that broke my heart -- A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

Countries I’ve Visited

Armenia, France, Georgia, Germany, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Armenia, Russian Federation