The nine millionth guest visited the RUSSIA EXPO

On March 20, the number of visitors to the International RUSSIA EXPO reached nine million. The jubilee guest was nine-year-old Andrei Batorov. He came to the Exposition together with his parents Alexandra, Stanislav and younger sister Sofia.

The family is originally from Buryatia and now lives in Moscow. Stanislav Batorov works in the IT sphere. According to his wife Alexandra Markevich, the gift came as a complete surprise to them.

"I saw stories about other millionth visitors, but I could not imagine that we would become one of them. We have never been so incredibly lucky, I hope that we have not exhausted the limit of luck. This gift is very pleasant and unexpected," said Alexandra Markevich.

The nine millionth visitor and his family were given a tour of the exposition in Pavilion No. 59 dedicated to the past, present and future of Russian cities. Andrei received gifts from the ANO «Directorate of the Exhibition of Achievements "Russia"» and the VEB.RF state development corporation, including a certificate for a family trip to Lake Baikal.

"We have a big event today! Andrei, you have become the nine millionth visitor to the Exposition. Our great friends and partners VEB.RF give your tight-knit family a trip to Baikal. Let this journey become an unforgettable adventure that will remain in your hearts forever for you, your parents and little sister. We are very happy for you!" congratulated the Director General of the ANO «Directorate of the Exhibition of Achievements "Russia"» Natalia Virtuozova.

The family was also congratulated by Andrei Samokhin, Chief Managing Director of VEB.RF.

"VEB.RF's exposition at the RUSSIA EXPO is dedicated to the changes in the lives of Russian families in cities over the past 25 years. The family today is at the center of the presidential development agenda and VEB's agenda. That is why we decided to present the family of the nine millionth Exposition visitor with a trip to Baikal. This is a world-famous center of attraction that millions dream of visiting. VEB is engaged in a number of projects for the development of this region, including eco-tourism, development of Baykalsk city," said Andrei Samokhin.

The journey to Baikal for the jubilee visitor promises to be eventful. The program includes an excursion to the husky park, a walk along the eco-trail and the national park - all accompanied by experienced guides. Accommodation in one of the best hotels of the region and visits to restaurants where guests can taste the national cuisine will make the trip even more comfortable.

On March 6, the eight millionth visitor, who was fourteen-year-old Vadim Leizer from Tyumen, was solemnly welcomed at the Exposition. He together with his parents and younger brother received a certificate to attend a friendly football match between the national teams of Russia and Serbia, which will be held in Moscow on March 21.

All jubilee guests receive gifts from the ANO «Directorate of the Exhibition of Achievements "Russia"» and partners. For example, an excursion to the Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP, a tourist trip to the Krasnodar region, tickets to "The Nutcracker" ballet at the Bolshoi Theater and to the main holiday of the peoples of the North - Reindeer Herder's Day.