Aromatic map of the country at the "Journey Across Russia" exposition
The
"Journey Across Russia" exposition at the National Centre RUSSIA
offers guests a sensory experience — an introduction to the natural aromas of
various federal districts of the country. Special installations recreate the
characteristic scents of Russian landscapes: from the resinous fragrance of
Siberian cedars to the aroma of blooming meadows in the Volga region.
Every
visitor can embark on a true "aroma journey" across Russia,
discovering the diversity of natural zones through the sense of smell.
Far East:
Breath of the Taiga
In the Far
Eastern Federal District zone, a fragment of a taiga forest has been recreated
with models of rare trees and stump "podiums" holding glass flasks
with aromatic compositions. Guests can experience the scents of lemongrass,
wild rosemary, cedar, and mint.
Siberia:
Herbal Warmth by the Home Hearth
In the
Siberian Federal District zone, guests find themselves in a stylised parlour,
where a table is set with Siberian delicacies provided by regional producers.
Nearby is the "herbal pharmacy" — shelves with fragrant assortments
of Siberian herbs.
Volga
Region: Floral Symphony
The Volga
Federal District greets guests with floral aromas. Here, visitors will find
herbariums of Volga meadows, while information panels tell the story of each
plant’s origin and unique beneficial properties.
North
Caucasus: Relic Forest in the Heart of Moscow
In the
North Caucasus Federal District zone, a corner of the Samur forest — Russia’s
last large massif of relict liana trees — has been recreated. The zone contains
live plants from the relic forest with an intelligent climate control system.
The atmosphere is complemented by swings in the centre of the hall. Here,
visitors can breathe in the moist air rich in phytoncides and imagine
themselves in the very heart of this Dagestani nature reserve.
The
"Journey Across Russia" exposition is open daily, except Mondays,
from 10:00 to 20:00. Full details are available on the National Centre RUSSIA
website in the "Events" section.
The event was hosted and moderated by producer and space exploration populariser Pavel Bugrov.
