Yamal: heritage and horizons. Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area

The Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area is located in the Arctic zone in the north of the West Siberian Plain. More than 50% of its territory is located above the Arctic Circle. The future of the Area lies in this territory. Nature has generously endowed these lands with a variety of resources, but their development requires special delicacy and caution.

Already today the sea facade of the Arctic is busy and is included in the world transportation routes. Fuel and energy companies are actively developing. At the same time, the traditional occupations of the indigenous peoples of the North, including reindeer herding, are preserved in the region.

The region's composition at the RUSSIA EXPO includes a model of the Yamal-LNG gas industry facilities: the onshore jetty and gas storage facilities. There is also a bridge over the Yuribey River - the longest bridge crossing above the Arctic Circle. The bridge is a part of the Obskaya - Bovanenkovo railroad, it was built in record time - in 349 days.

One can also see a model of the Snezhinka (lit. Snowflake) research station, where Arctic ecosystems will be studied. The composition is complemented by figures of polar bears and walruses in their natural habitat, as well as a camp of reindeer herders.

Despite the harsh climate, the Arctic is warmed by the warmth of the hearts of Yamal residents. Thanks to coordinated work over many decades, Yamal residents continue to discover the Arctic riches and invite everyone to admire the beauty of the North.