The 3rd Forum of Ancient Cities took place in the Ryazan region from July 30 to August 1, 2020. Due to the global pandemic, Ryazan, which became the capital of ancient cities in 2018 and 2019, was unable to welcome guests from abroad.
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The Bronze Chronicle of the Land of the Soviets
One of the most impressive and beautiful metro stations in Moscow opened on March 13th, 1938 . The station was named after the square on which it is located. According to numerous theories, the name of the square commemorates the February Revolution of 1917.
View More The Bronze Chronicle of the Land of the SovietsA Composer, a Human, a Brand
“Oh, Petya, Petya, what a scandal! You are giving up the world of law for some reed pipe!”, told Tchaikovsky’s uncle in despair when the future genius left his position at the Ministry of Justice to focus solely on music. The stern relative could hardly imagine what benefit such change of trade would bring to the entire humanity for centuries ahead.
View More A Composer, a Human, a BrandThe Soul of the Russian Province
This instrument may seem ordinary, but no traditional Russian celebration is complete without it. People used to sing and dance, laugh and cry to the garmon. Now it can be seen and heard at any folk festival in Russia.
View More The Soul of the Russian ProvinceSongs of Thrace — Voices of Centuries Past
Historically, the territory of Russia has not just been home to numerous indigenous peoples. The land is also shared by the descendants of immigrants who continue to carefully preserve their national traditions.
View More Songs of Thrace — Voices of Centuries PastA Traditional Nenets Wedding
Russia’s indigenous ethnic groups carefully preserve their national traditions by passing down family rites and customs through the generations . One of these unique rites is the Nenets marriage ritual.
View More A Traditional Nenets WeddingThe Father of Russian Surgery
The name of the outstanding surgeon, thinker, and teacher Nikolay Pirogov is widely known throughout Russia and abroad. His remarkable life has served as an example of dedication, devotion and commitment to science. The years go by and decades pass, but Pirogov’s contribution to medicine has remained unequalled.
View More The Father of Russian SurgeryVestnik of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO. October, 2020
This year, the year of the COVID-19 pandemic that has affected all of us, has brought serious challenges in all areas of UNESCO activities. Closures of educational institutions, cultural organizations and museums, cancellation of sporting events, the need to deliver objective information about the pandemic through the media, as well as the whole range of ethical issues — these are common challenges facing each and every member state of our Organization.
View More Vestnik of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO. October, 2020UNESCO and the Coronavirus Pandemic
The year 2020 marks the 75th anniversary since the founding of UNESCO. This historic date is closely linked to another landmark event of the year — the 75th anniversary of the victory over fascism in the Great Patriotic War. After all, it was this immense tragedy, the greatest and deadliest war in human history, that led to the establishment of the international humanitarian organization, aimed at “building peace in the minds of men.”
View More UNESCO and the Coronavirus PandemicThe “Eurasia Global” Youth Forum
The 5th International Youth Forum “Eurasia Global” was held on September 2–8 in the Orenburg Region.
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