Although originating in Russia, the samovar is well known outside of the country and has spread through Russian culture to other parts of Eastern Europe, as well as Western and Central and South Asia.

Samovar, metal urn, often of brass, with a spigot near its base, widely used in Russia to boil water for tea. In traditional samovars water is heated by means of a vertical tube, containing burning charcoal, …

Jun 12, 2025 · From beautiful antique samovars to modern electric ones, we’ll explore the history, cultural meaning, and even how you can make traditional samovar tea at home.

Oct 28, 2019 · The Russian Samovar is a large heated container used to boil water for tea. The word "samovar" literally translates as "self-brewer." Samovars are usually ornately decorated and are part …

A samovar (Russian: самовар, Russian pronunciation: [səmɐˈvar]) is a heated metal container traditionally used to boil water in Russia. In its traditional form, a central tube runs up the middle of …

Today the samovar has become a symbol of Russian hospitality and sociability as a central part of tea ceremony. Although they are no longer used as widely as they once were, samovars remain a …

Electric and wood-fired samovars for perfect Turkish, Persian, or Russian tea. Features like temperature control, auto shut-off, and keep-warm.

The samovar was a common appliance in every section of Russian society: in the Tsar's palace, in a tavern, and in the homes of peasants. First samovar workshop in Tula was started by Ivan Lisitsin in …

Dec 25, 2025 · samovar (plural samovars) A metal urn with a spigot, for boiling water for making tea. Traditionally, the water is heated by hot coals or charcoal in a chimney-like tube which runs through …

A samovar is a device traditionally used to heat and boil water for tea. The word samovar in Russian is derived from "сам" meaning self and "варить" meaning to boil.