The most famous Russian royal family were the Romanovs, who were largely responsible for spreading Russian culture, including the growth of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Romanov dynasty began in 1613 and lasted until 1917, when the Russian Revolution brought its reign to a tragic end. More @Wikipedia
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