Hi, I'm CJ. I would like to apologize in advance because the way I write is a little less than gregarious. I tend to be direct and at times impersonal, a characteristic I am trying to remedy. I am interested in talking to people who have traveled in the Chuvash Republic and becoming acquainted with people in Cheboksary so I can learn of the culture and eventually write and speak the language. I am a full-time college student and full-time employee at an assembly plant in South Dakota. I was contacted within the last month by a woman from Gremyachevo. We have been in contact everyday since Nov 7th. Initially we agreed to write as pen pals and quickly realized that there was a longing for something more serious. Since I am aware of various scams, I have been very careful about how to conduct our interactions. If the communications continue in the fashion they have been, I am anticipating making a trip to Russia. So before we decide to meet, I am doing some research. I am open to any advice regarding travel to Cheboksary then to Gremyachevo, and hotel or hospice accommodations, and other tips, suggestions or cautions.
How far is Gremyachevo from Cheboksary? What kind of town is Gremyachevo for a foreigner to travel to?
Whether or not the woman I met is genuine, I plan to make a trip to Russia in the next year. My great grandparents moved to the United States in 1910 from a small community called Schafer, a little east of Saratov. You could say I want to see were my family heritage originated. So any information regarding travel to and from the Volga River Valley would be greatly appreciated. Cheboksary seems to be a very nice, centrally located community from the places I am interested in visiting. Thanks!
