Artyom Zhoga explores the exposition of the National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra

KhMAD — Yugra

At the 5th Forum of volunteers and civic activists "Patriots of the Urals", the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of Russia in the Ural Federal District, Artyom Zhoga, explored the exposition space of the National Centre RUSSIA. Together with the head of the region, Ruslan Kukharuk, he visited the exposition "To See Yugra Is to Fall in Love with Russia!"

"We opened quite recently, but we are already seeing a strong response from visitors. People come with their families, bring their children, and return with friends. In the coming days — I expect this week or early next — we will reach 20,000 visitors, even though we opened just over three months ago," said the Head of the National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra, Anton Pilipas.

Photo: Press Office of the National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra

The tour for the Plenipotentiary Representative was led by guide Ivan Akinshin, as well as Arina and Lev — students of the Young Guides School of the National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra. Together, they guided Artyom Zhoga through the key halls of the exposition, presenting the history of the region’s development, its natural resources, and its modern achievements.

Photo: Press Office of the National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra

In the hall "Pride Through Time", Ivan Akinshin drew attention to the region’s interactive map: "Yugra is not just the oil heart of the country. We rank first in Russia in electricity generation — more than 84 billion kilowatt-hours per year. To understand the scale: this volume would be enough to power the entire country for nearly a month. Four of the largest power plants operate here, with a combined capacity of 12.4 gigawatts, comparable to Spain’s electricity consumption during peak hours."

Photo: Press Office of the National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra

The guests then visited the hall "Hearth of Legends", where a traditional dwelling of the Khanty and Mansi peoples — a chum — has been recreated. Representatives of the indigenous peoples of the North welcomed the Plenipotentiary Representative in traditional national costumes. They introduced Artyom Zhoga to the distinctive culture of the Ob Ugrians, shared ancient legends about the creation of the world, and spoke about the sacred significance of fire and traditional rituals.

Photo: Press Office of the National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra

The National Centre RUSSIA in Yugra opened at the end of last year by order of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin. Its mission is to preserve cultural heritage, showcase the country’s achievements, and promote national interests. The centre presents the region’s economic and social projects, as well as its cultural and natural features.