Siberian Amazonia and the Festival of the Axe: what makes the Tomsk region special
At the
RUSSIA EXPO, the region presented an exposition inspired by the fairy tale
"The Emerald City", as its author, Alexander Volkov, was born in the
Tomsk region. The stand offers visitors a comprehensive introduction to the
region through thematic zones: "Heart", "Mind" and
"Courage."
The first
zone is dedicated to key developments in the field of medicine, the second will
inform guests about scientific activities, and the third will showcase
breakthrough technologies in various fields. Young visitors won't be bored
either, as there are computer games and an art sandbox called "Jurassic
World."
Additionally,
the region's stand provides information about its natural attractions. There
are many, including the picturesque Blue Cliff and Talovsky Bowls, the
mysterious Vasyugan Swamps, the Ob-Yenisei Canal and the Polto Lake-River
System.
The
regional capital, Tomsk, though a small city, boasts beauty and ancient
architecture. Tomsk was once the capital of Siberia, as well as Altai and part
of Kazakhstan. The Siberian taiga begins just outside the city. In the region,
you can hunt grouse and try stroganina made from rare fish. Tourists come here
to see untouched wilderness or to attend vibrant ethno-cultural festivals. For
instance, the local Festival of the Axe gathers carpenters from all over the
world.
The event was organised on the instructions of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, as part of the Decade of Science and Technology.
The event, which will bring together more than 8,000 participants from 109 countries and all regions of the Russian Federation, is being held on 12–13 November.
The event marked the culmination of the cultural programme for the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia, declared by the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin.
