"Youth Hike to the Heart of the Country" — at the RUSSIA EXPO
Representatives of Russia's leading higher education
institutions, student tourist clubs, major youth associations, leading tourism
projects, youth organizations and initiatives marched with the flags of their
organizations from the Main Stage of the Exposition to Pavilion No. 75 in the
procession "Youth Hike to the Heart of the Country".
At the end of the march, the participants had a photo
session with the flags and paraphernalia of their organizations.
The event was organized by the Youth and Student Tourism
Program (Studturizm). Student tourism is an opportunity for students of
educational organizations of higher education and young professionals from 18
to 35 years old to travel around Russia, staying in the hostels of partner
universities at affordable prices.
The International RUSSIA EXPO is the most important
achievements of the country gathered in one place. Throughout the Exposition,
cultural events, a rich business and educational program await the guests. The
expositions of 89 Russian regions, leading federal agencies, corporations and
public organizations are presented to the visitors. More than 17 million people
have already visited the Exposition. The International RUSSIA EXPO takes place
on the territory of VDNH in Moscow from November 4 to July 8.
The II Catherine Forum, dedicated to the integration of foreign nationals, the role of Russia in preserving traditional spiritual and moral values, and the historical legacy of Catherine II.
The award is held as part of the national project "Youth and Children". The organiser of the award is Rosmolodezh.
The event was held on 20 December at the National Centre RUSSIA as part of the II Catherine Forum.
