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Christmas tree of the Jewish Autonomous region: Abrashka-Nevalyashka and Hamsa

Christmas tree of the Jewish Autonomous region: Abrashka-Nevalyashka and Hamsa
Photo: Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO
12.09.2023

The decoration of the fir tree features national talismans and symbols of the Jewish people, including the world-recognizable six-pointed star, also called the Star of David.

Photo: Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

 In the branches of the fir tree, you can see the ancient amulet "Hand of Fatima" - it is very popular among Jews and Arabs, it is also called "Hamsa", "God's hand", "Miriam's hand".

Photo: Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

 The decorations also include balls and figures of Abrashka-Nevalyashka (meaning tumbling toy), made according to the sketches of Vladislav Tsap, Honorary Citizen of JAR. Figures of birds and animals inhabiting the territory of the region are also placed on the fir tree.

Photo: 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. The RUSSIA EXPO is open from Tuesday through Sunday, Monday is a technical day. The most convenient 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.

Photo: Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO
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