Discover SVO Russia: Destination - Mordovia

✈️ The flight from Moscow (Sheremetyevo) to Saransk — the capital of the Republic of Mordovia — takes just over an hour.

Mordovia is a unique region for tourism: in the Mordovia Nature Reserve, covering over 32,000 hectares, you will find untouched nature and pristine forests; in the unique village of Staraya Terizmorga, you can get acquainted with the traditions of the Mordovian people; and the monasteries of the region will delight you with their architecture and originality.

ℹ️ Some interesting facts:

▶️ Mordovia is located closer to Moscow than any other Russian republic. The capital and this region are separated by 330 kilometers in a straight line.
▶️ The Mordovian people created a stunningly beautiful and harmonious art of polyphonic choral singing. It is recognized as unique not only among Finno-Ugric peoples but also in world musical culture.
▶️ The wooden toy made by craftsmen from the village of Podlesnaya Tavla is recognized as one of the 7 Finno-Ugric wonders of the world.
▶️ Almost a century ago, a nature reserve was established in Mordovia, one of the first in Russia. The pines growing there are about 300-350 years old.
▶️ About 30 million roses are grown annually in the republic. Every tenth rose sold in Russia was grown in Mordovia.

Photos provided by The Official Community of the Government of the Republic of Mordovia!

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