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Days of Russia attracted fans of Russian culture in Mexico

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Days of Russia attracted fans of Russian culture in Mexico


23.11.2018

Photo: mexico.mid.ru

Round tables, lectures and presentations of cooperation projects as well as concerts, exhibitions and tastings have been conducted during the Days of Russia in Mexico City, the Russian Embassy in Mexico reports. The guests of the events might learn a lot about the history of Russia at lectures and round tables. A Modern Russia photo exhibition became very popular.
Photo: mexico.mid.ru

The Days of Russia were launched by an opening ceremony at one of the main universities of the Mexican capital - the National Autonomous University of Mexico. Viktor Koronelli, the Russian ambassador to Mexico, pointed out the importance of cultural, educational and scientific cooperation between the countries.

The Days of Russia program is rich and diverse. Round tables, lectures and presentations that affect the expansion of cooperation between countries in various fields. In particular, joint projects in education and science are discussed.

The cultural program of the Days of Russia includes Modern Russia and Russian Revolution photo exhibitions as well as an exhibition of works of Russian folk crafts. In addition, in Mexico, they will see a program of Russian feature films, and the Crimea. Way home documentary. The Sadko folk band also came to the capital of Mexico with concerts. Mexican guests will be able to try traditional Russian cuisine at degustations.

Cooperation with Mexico in the field of education and the Russian language promotion lasts for years. Earlier Russkiy Mir reported more than 200 Slavists to have gathered at a forum of the Russian language and culture in Mexico in October. A special program with quizzes and competitions was organized for children from Russian-speaking and mixed families, as well as for other people interested in Russian culture.

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