The National Centre RUSSIA congratulates the Smolensk region on Region Day

On 27 September, the Smolensk region celebrates the 88th anniversary of its incorporation into Russia. This ancient land, with a history spanning millennia, continues to play an important role in the life of our country today.

The modern Smolensk region received its administrative status in 1937, yet the history of these lands, where the Early Rus’ statehood was born, goes back many centuries.

"The Smolensk region has an extraordinary history, where different epochs intertwine — from ancient principalities to the heroic chapters of the Great Patriotic War. Our nature, with its picturesque forests and rivers such as the Dnieper, and our distinctive culture, expressed in folk crafts and festivals, draw great attention. These aspects of our region — history, nature, culture — became the basis of our stand at the International RUSSIA EXPO, which touched the hearts of millions. But without doubt, our greatest treasure is our talented and hardworking people, the driving force behind the development of the region and the country," said the Governor of the Smolensk region, Vasily Anokhin.

The Smolensk region is also represented at the large-scale exposition "Journey Across Russia" at the National Centre RUSSIA, where hundreds of guests learn about its history every day.

"Thanks to the 'Journey Across Russia' exposition, more and more of our fellow citizens and guests are discovering the Smolensk region. This recognition is priceless," said Vasily Anokhin.

The National Centre RUSSIA congratulates the residents of the Smolensk region on this significant date and invites everyone to visit the "Journey Across Russia" exposition, where they can discover Russia’s regions, their achievements and treasures.