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A modern vacation in ancient Suzdal
The city of Suzdal, with its hilly landscapes, winding river and the ancient monuments marking the river banks, has long been a touristic hotspot. The city is a symbol of an early Russia - Suzdal celebrated its millennial almost immediately following the foundation of the Russian State. Even today Suzdal has managed to maintain its ancient charm – a quality that attracts people from all over the world. Despite its strong connection to the past, Suzdal is still a city full of modern life. RTG TV host Olga Degtyareva made a special trip to Suzdal to find out for herself just what type of holidays and activities the historic city has to offer.
Dagestan. A Places of Power
Majestic mountains with steep drops and canyons. Roaring rivers and waterfalls. Ancient settlements where centuries-old crafts are still practiced. Traditions that remain despite “civilization”. This is Dagestan. A land of mountains. A land of contrasts. A land of proud, independent people. Find out more about these places, endowed with a special magnetism, and known as places of power – only on RTG TV.
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Dagestan. A Places of Power
Yuri Molodkovets — the Hermitage's chief photographer
Yury Molodkovets is the head photographer at The State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, a treasury of world art. There his primary job is to capture the museum’s paintings and sculptures on film, which will later be printed in various catalogues, posters, albums and postcards. In doing this Molodkovets’ goal is not to add his own interpretation and expression, but rather to catch and transfer the beauty and interpretation the pieces’ original authors hoped to portray. Even though the photographer is subject to such strict conditions, his constant interaction with such world-caliber works have undoubtedly had a strong impact on Molodkovets’ inner world. This is one of the reasons that he considers the Hermitage to be his most important and influential teacher. Molodkovets is a recognised expert at being able to see the art and beauty in the simple things which surround u...
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