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New Year tree of Tatarstan: Tulips and the ringing of the ancient chulpa

New Year tree of Tatarstan: Tulips and the ringing of the ancient chulpa
Photo: Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO
08.12.2023

The main emphasis in the ornamentation of the fir tree is placed on the tulip, which has become a symbol, a permanent visual code of Tatarstan. It appears on the coat of arms of the Republic, on the emblem of the Ak Bars hockey club, in the symbolism of the Kazan Universiade, in architectural compositions and on the logos of dozens of companies.

Chulpa, an ancient braid ornament, also occupies a prominent place in the decoration of the fir tree. In the past centuries, women wove such pendants into their hair with a special string. When walking, the chulpas, touching each other, emitted a pleasant ringing sound.

The designers of the New Year tree adhered to the color scheme of the coat of arms of the Republic — white, green and red prevail in the decor.

Photo: Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

On the Main Alley of VDNH visitors are greeted by 89 New Year trees, each of them representing a region of the country with its folk arts, crafts and traditions. And the 90th blue spruce symbolizes the RUSSIA EXPO itself.

Photo: Press Office of the RUSSIA EXPO

The International RUSSIA EXPO is the most important achievements of the country gathered in one place. Guests are welcomed with cultural and entertainment events, a rich business and educational program. The expositions of 89 Russian regions, leading federal departments, corporations and public organizations are presented to the visitors.

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