⭐️ Nizhny Novgorod celebrates its 8️⃣0️⃣4️⃣th birthday!

Founded in 1221 by Prince Yuri Vsevolodovich at the confluence of the Oka and Volga rivers, the city served as a fortress to protect Russian borders from Mordvin and Tatar raids.

Nizhny Novgorod is intertwined with pivotal events in Russian history. In the 15th century, the former capital of the Nizhny Novgorod-Suzdal Principality joined the Russian state. In the 17th century, two locals—Kuzma Minin and Prince Dmitry Pozharsky—led a people’s militia to liberate Moscow from Polish-Lithuanian invaders in 1612. During the Soviet era (1932–1990), the city was renamed Gorky in honor of the famed writer Maxim Gorky.

By decree of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Nizhny Novgorod was awarded the honorary noscript "City of Labour Valour" for its residents’ significant contribution to victory in the Great Patriotic War.

Modern Nizhny Novgorod continues its 19th-century fair traditions and is a major hub for Russia’s IT industry.

The city preserves numerous 18th–19th-century architectural monuments, wooden heritage buildings, and medieval monasteries. Its main landmark is the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, where the BRICS+ International Forum of Young Leaders opened on November 8, 2024.

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The Courtyard on Prechistenka, a Vanishing Breed in Moscow

Two-story semicircular buildings – old outbuildings and stables, once part of an early 19th-century manor ensemble – have been converted into art studios and apartments. Yet, magically preserved within this courtyard are not only the structures themselves but also the very spirit and atmosphere of an authentic Moscow courtyard.

📍 Moscow, Prechistenka St., 32

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😍 Breathtaking: legendary Moscow skyscrapers bathed in sunlight

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🇷🇺🇰🇵 SHAMAN made a sensation in North Korea! The song "Let's Stand Up" raised the whole hall, including Kim Jong-un.

On August 15, Yaroslav Dronov performed in Pyongyang at a concert on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Korean Peninsula from Japanese occupation. The artist performed several patriotic compositions and impressed the audience, including the leader of the DPRK.

Judging by the footage, during the performance of the Russian singer Kim Jong-un smiled and even stomped to the beat. They say that the country is not used to such expression as SHAMAN's.

It seems that Russia and DPRK became even closer after this 😌

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