The natural wealth of the Urals will be presented at the "Journey Across Russia" exposition

On March 1, the National Centre RUSSIA will launch a new large-scale project, "Journey Across Russia." The exposition will showcase all federal districts of the country. In particular, visitors will be able to explore both the natural treasures and economic achievements of the Urals.

The Ural Federal District will be divided into several thematic zones, including one dedicated to the region’s famous gemstones. Together with the Mistress of the Copper Mountain, guests will embark on a journey into the depths of the Ural lands, learning about mines, minerals, and gemstones such as emerald, amethyst, and topaz. Additionally, the Urals are home to deposits of malachite, jasper, as well as sapphires, rubies, peridots, rock crystal, and other high-quality gemstones. 

In addition to gemstones, the Urals are rich in all types of mineral resources, including oil and gas, metal ores, as well as hard and brown coal. Deposits of metal ores, precious stones, and gemstones are located in the mountainous areas, while oil, gas, coal, and salts are found in the foothills. 

The exposition will also showcase the history of the ancient city of Arkaim and a section of Russia’s largest active marble quarry, Koelginsky. Thanks to AI technologies, every visitor will have the opportunity to see themselves as a marble statue.