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New Year tree of the Chechen Republic: age-old traditions and the magic of Chechen ornamentation

New Year tree of the Chechen Republic: age-old traditions and the magic of Chechen ornamentation
Photo: Provided by the Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO
12.10.2023

The decoration of the Chechen Republic fir tree features a huge number of handmade toys by Chechen craftsmen and children.

These include painted balls with the main ornaments and landscapes of the region. There are ceramic towers, felt pillows with ornaments, and dolls in national costumes. Nearly 100 products made with love are on the fir trees of the Chechen Republic.

Photo: Provided by the Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

The Chechen Republic is one of the oldest republics of the North Caucasus. The Chechen people have centuries-old traditions, a national language and an ancient and original culture.

Photo: Provided by the Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

Adats, Chechen customs, are an integral part of their daily life. This set of rules has evolved in Chechen society over centuries and is still observed.

Photo: Provided by the Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

On the Main Alley of VDNH visitors are greeted by New Year fir trees, each of them representing a region of the country.

Photo: Provided by the Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

The RUSSIA EXPO is open from Tuesday through Sunday, Monday is a technical day. The best time to visit is in the mornings and weekdays, but the exposition is open to everyone on weekends as well. All expositions and events are free of charge.

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