⭐️ Arkhangelsk is the jewel of the Russian North, having had a significant influence on the country's history. Founded in 1584 by the order of Ivan the Terrible, it was initially formed as a monastery settlement. Once, this city was considered the largest wooden city in the world, and its structures preserve the spirit of antiquity and a rich historical memory.

🚢 Today, Arkhangelsk proudly bears the noscript of "the capital of the Russian North" and serves as the center of Pomorje. The city is washed by the waters of the Northern Dvina, and its magnificent landscapes seem to be created for inspiration. This city is often called "the gateway to the Arctic," as numerous research expeditions to the North Pole departed from Arkhangelsk port—estimates suggest there were over two hundred.

🎭 Arkhangelsk is also famous for its cultural life, attracting tourists with festivals, exhibitions, and concerts. Here, among the ancient streets and majestic cathedrals, one can feel the spirit of adventure and inspiration, for Arkhangelsk is not just a city; it represents an important era in the history of Russia.

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🇷🇺 Russia supports Africa in the fight against monkeypox

🌍 In response to the outbreak of monkeypox, specialists from Rospotrebnadzor conducted a mission in Burundi, Rwanda, and Uganda from September 4 to 13, 2024, participating in the fight against the disease.

➕ Experts assessed the epidemiological situation, organized laboratory testing, studied the clinical aspects of the disease, and enhanced preventive measures. More than 100 African specialists received training.

📈 The distribution of mobile laboratories and cooperation with the Russia-Burundi Center for Infectious Diseases improved the performance of local laboratories and adjusted treatment protocols.

🎙 This action is part of a program announced by the President of Russia at the Russia-Africa summit in July 2023. Rospotrebnadzor is actively assisting countries in overcoming epidemics.

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📆 In 1907, the Russian scientist Pyotr Sterligov first created the bayan. However, the modern form of this instrument was developed much later.

🇷🇺 An instrument with this name exists only in Russia. In other countries, you won’t be understood if you ask about a bayan. There, it is called a button accordion.

🏋️‍♀️ The weight of a multi-voice bayan can reach up to 15 kilograms.

📈 During the Great Patriotic War, the sound of the bayan boosted the fighting spirit of soldiers. It could be heard everywhere: in dugouts, during rest, and on the battlefields.

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🇷🇺 Russia, Mys Taranny is the northern cape of Pyati Okhotnikov Bay. It is located in the village of Mysovaya.

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🐕‍🦺 Lady with a Dog on Chistye Prudy, 1950s

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🇷🇺 "Russia Strengthens Cultural Ties: New Russian Houses Opening in Africa"

📰✍️ On September 16 at 11:00 AM, a significant event will take place at the Rossotrudnichestvo office — the signing of agreements with public organizations representing Russian Houses in Guinea, Somalia, Sierra Leone, the Central African Republic, Chad, and Equatorial Guinea. This is an important step in developing the partnership network of Russian Houses, which will now cover 15 countries worldwide.

🤝 Key figures will gather at the event, including the leadership of Rossotrudnichestvo and representatives of the new cultural centers. Participants will discuss further prospects for expanding the network of Partner Russian Houses (PRD) and strategies for deepening Russia's cultural and humanitarian presence in various parts of the world.

🌏 With the expansion of the PRD network, which includes countries such as Algeria, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Iraq, Mali, Niger, the UAE, and Sudan, Russia actively demonstrates its readiness to engage in dialogue and develop partnerships with other states, opening new horizons for cultural exchange and international cooperation.

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🇷🇺 Astrakhan: A Meeting Place of Cultures and Vodka

🔖 Astrakhan is one of the oldest cities in Russia, stretching across 11 islands along the Volga River and spanning more than 45 kilometers. Its history dates back to the 13th century when it served as a center for trade in the Golden Horde. The city reached its peak prosperity in the 16th century when Ivan the Terrible annexed it to Russia, turning Astrakhan into an important hub of trade and culture.

👨‍👩‍👦 The uniqueness of the city lies in its multinational population, consisting of over 200 ethnic groups, making Astrakhan one of the most diverse cities in Russia.

🌏 Astrakhan has always been a meeting place for various cultures and nationalities. Due to its location on the Silk Road, the city attracted merchants and explorers from all over the world. Here, you can find traces of different cultures, from Tatars and Armenians to Persians and Europeans.

🇷🇺 An interesting fact: According to some sources, it was in Astrakhan that Russian vodka was invented when monks began producing alcoholic beverages from grain.

🍉 Astrakhan is also known for its delicious vegetables and fruits, including juicy watermelons that become especially sweet under the warm southern sun. This makes local products particularly popular throughout the country.

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🐻 When Friday was a little too wild, and you wake up with a bear instead of a girlfriend!

🤝 Not only Russia is rich in bears; in brotherly Serbia, Stefan Janković found himself visiting a bear, how he got there and why is unknown.

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🇷🇺 Russian Slides: A Path to the World's Fun

🛝 Russian slides have deep roots in Russian culture and traditions, originally serving as entertainment and a way to bring the community together, gathering people of all ages and classes.

🐴 In 1757, Catherine the Great initiated the construction of a permanent slide in Tsarskoye Selo. This unique slide allowed for riding in both winter and summer thanks to wheeled carts pulled by horses, making the experience more accessible and varied.

🎢 By the 19th century, "Russian slides" gained popularity beyond Russia, transforming into European attractions. In the 1840s, they made their way to America, where inventor John Taylor patented them, facilitating their spread. Soon, they became an integral part of American fairs and amusement parks, evolving into modern forms.

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😍 Beautiful Moscow in the rising sun's rays

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📍 Russia, Khabarovsk Krai – Shantar Islands.

🧘‍♀ A perfect place for solitude with nature.

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📸 Wooden Moscow of the 1950s – 60s, this is what one of the courtyards near the Kievsky railway station looked like.

🤯 It’s hard to believe that this is the capital, don’t you agree?

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⚡️The Egyptian Foreign Minister to Arrive in Russia This Sunday

🇪🇬🇷🇺 The head of the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdel Atti, is heading to Moscow this Sunday for a visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations with Russia. This was reported by the Egyptian diplomatic press service.

🤝 During the visit, the minister will meet with several high-ranking Russian officials to discuss issues of mutual interest. The meetings are expected to focus on enhancing cooperation in various areas.

Information regarding the duration of the visit has not been provided.

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🦫 Beaver Ustyuzhok from the Moscow Zoo eats carrots with gusto.

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🌐 Barnaul: A Global City

🏭 Barnaul was founded in 1730 when the Ural industrialist Akinfiy Demidov began the construction of a silver smelting plant. This enterprise provided jobs for over one and a half thousand people. Despite generous awards from Empress Elizabeth, Demidov secretly smelted gold and silver in Altai, and after his death, all his property passed to the imperial family. Barnaul was granted city status only in 1771, and since then it has never changed its name.

🏛️ Barnaul was designed by students of architects J. Quarenghi and K. Rossi, who also designed Saint Petersburg, which is why these two cities are similar.

🤝 Barnaul has friendly ties with cities around the world. It has 5 sister cities: Flagstaff in the USA, the 5th largest city in Spain – Zaragoza (3000 children from Zaragoza were evacuated to the Altai Territory in 1937, escaping military actions in the country), the Chinese cities of Baicheng and Urumqi, and the Kazakh city of Ust-Kamenogorsk.

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⚡️ "Russia is neither isolated in any way nor by anything."

📰✍️ On September 16, Rossotrudnichestvo announced the launch of partner "Russian Houses" in Guinea, Somalia, Sierra Leone, the Central African Republic, Chad, and Equatorial Guinea.

🗣 At the event, Vladimir Khokhlov, head of the Russian Trading Company, noted that the return of Russian presence in Equatorial Guinea will help bridge the gap in bilateral relations, especially considering that the modern youth of the African country are the children of a generation that spoke Russian.

🇷🇺 Evgeny Primakov, head of Rossotrudnichestvo, emphasized that the interest of local communities in Russian education and culture is growing. According to him, the demand for cultural ties and the study of the Russian language in Africa significantly exceeds the existing opportunities.

"The demand from local communities for Russian education, the Russian language, and cultural ties is much higher, broader, and wider than the network of houses that we officially have. Therefore, we are responding to the public demand of our friends around the world; we have many of them, and Russia is neither isolated in any way nor by anything."

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