Living sounds and rare species: marking World Nature Conservation Day at the National Centre RUSSIA

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On July 28, World Nature Conservation Day is observed across the globe — a reason to look at Russia’s natural wealth with fresh eyes. This day serves as an important reminder of the vastness and fragility of our country’s ecosystem. One of the best places to experience this is in the heart of Moscow — at the exposition "Journey Across Russia" at the National Centre RUSSIA.

Unique natural zones, nature reserves, and rare animal species — all in one space!

The exposition features dozens of specially protected natural areas, including the Samarskaya Luka National Park, which forms part of a UNESCO biosphere reserve. It is home to otters, eagle owls, white-tailed eagles, and over two hundred species of birds — from larks to greater spotted eagles.

"In spring and autumn, large numbers of migratory birds pass through the Volga Federal District. Samarskaya Luka is a key stopover and nesting area for them," said Dmitry Tyrkov, a guide at the National Centre RUSSIA.  

To hear nature is to truly feel it

In the interactive zone dedicated to the Volga Federal District, visitors can listen to the voices of the reserve’s inhabitants: the trills of nightingales, the hoot of the eagle owl, and the cry of the golden eagle. The audio guide is a true companion into the wild nature of Russia.

"We used to recognise only the eagle owl’s hoot and the nightingale’s trills, but here we discovered a whole world of bird voices," shared Inessa, a guest of the exposition.  

The exposition "Journey Across Russia" is more than just an exposition

It is a large-scale multimedia project about the nature, culture, people, and achievements of all federal districts of the country. Geography and history come alive here, the familiar sounds of nature can be heard, and every hall becomes a step across the vast expanses of Russia.

The exposition "Journey Across Russia" is a large-scale multimedia project introducing visitors to the cultural and natural diversity of all federal districts of our country. Guided tours of the exposition are free of charge and available by prior registration on the website of the National Centre RUSSIA, in the "Events" section.