The ceremony of transferring the fire of the All-Russian Family Hearth took place at the National Centre RUSSIA

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On December 26, the National Centre RUSSIA hosted the transfer of the fire of the All-Russian Family Hearth "Heart of Russia." The solemn ceremony was attended by families who got married at the International RUSSIA EXPO and couples who married at the National Centre.

The tradition of transferring the fire of the family hearth originated at the International RUSSIA EXPO. On January 23, 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin launched the Year of the Family. On this day, a solemn ceremony took place at the Exposition to light the All-Russian Family Hearth "Heart of Russia."

The fire for the "Heart of Russia" arrived from the city of Murom — one of the oldest cities in our country, where Peter and Fevroniya lived, becoming a centuries-old symbol of love and fidelity. The warmth of the All-Russian Family Hearth spread to all regions of Russia. In total, the fire traveled over 150,000 kilometers.

The National Centre RUSSIA, preserving the legacy of the Exposition, continues this tradition. The fire was passed by the Muzykantov family, who married at the First All-Russian Wedding Festival on May 12, 2024, and the Pylaev family — a couple who married during the RUSSIA EXPO on July 8, 2024, the Day of Family, Love, and Fidelity.

"Today, on the one hand, is a very symbolic day because we are summing up the Year of the Family. On the other hand, today is a very personal day for us because this year we got married on July 8 — Family, Love, and Fidelity Day. And also, this year we visited the city of Murom itself. And here it is — the hearth that we brought from there," said Pavel Pylaev. 

Four couples accepted the fire of the All-Russian Family Hearth. One of them is the Andreichenko family — the first couple to get married at the RUSSIA EXPO on November 10, 2023. It was Alexander and Alyona who initiated the grand wedding project.

"We remember how, a year ago, we became part of something greater than just a family celebration. Becoming the first couple to marry as part of the RUSSIA EXPO was a huge honor and responsibility for us. And today, a year later, we see how the tradition that began on that day has grown, bringing together people, families, and generations. The fire of the family hearth is the warmth of hearts from all over Russia," said Alexander Andreichenko.

Icon lamps with the fire of the "Heart of Russia" were also handed to three couples who got married during the First Wedding Ceremony at the National Centre RUSSIA on December 26, 2024. These are the Kuular, Eldarov, and Zotova families.

"It is a great joy for us to participate in this event today and to register our marriage here. I want to say that this is a wonderful tradition that our President has initiated. I hope this fire of the family hearth will always remain in our hearts, in our home. And I wish the same for all of you," concluded Ariel Eldarov.

The fire is passed as a symbol of warmth, love, and fidelity, bringing together generations. Each new recipient adds their spark, transforming the flame into a shared story. The tradition of passing the fire of the All-Russian Family Hearth does not end; it will continue to grow and unite more happy families. 

The National Centre RUSSIA was established by order of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, to preserve the legacy of the International RUSSIA EXPO and to showcase the achievements of the country and its citizens on a permanent basis. Federal government agencies, state companies, corporations, and regions take part in the Centre’s work.

The National Centre RUSSIA is located at 14 Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, Moscow. The Centre is open from 10:00 to 20:00 every day except Monday.