Culture 2024, November

Armada… This word is associated with something majestic, invincible, victorious. Not without reason, in terms of sound, it rhymes perfectly with “mass” and “brigade”, but in meaning it is close to everything related to military affairs, offensive, weapons

There are only two permafrost museums in the world, and both of them are located in Russia, beyond the Arctic Circle. The larger one is located in the suburbs of Yakutsk in old adits. The second, slightly smaller, but no less interesting, is located on the outskirts of the small town of Igarka in the Krasnoyarsk Territory. And where else, if not in these regions bound by snow and ice, you can place a museum of permafrost. According to visitors, without visiting it, acquaintance with the Far North will be incomplete

Academician of the USSR Academy of Sciences, four times Stalin Prize laureate Alexei Viktorovich Shchusev - an architect and a great creator, an excellent theorist and no less remarkable architect, whose work is the pride of the country, will be the hero of this article. Here is a detailed look at his work, as well as his life path

Chernobyl became known after the terrible disaster at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. The older generation remembers well the day when the alarming message of the President of the USSR M.S. Gorbachev sounded on TV that on April 26, just 110 km from Kyiv, the most serious man-made disaster in the nuclear power industry occurred, which later claimed the lives of thousands of people and became a source of radioactive infection of a vast territory of 200 thousand square meters. km

Shuvalov Palace was built in the very center of St. Petersburg. It adorns the embankment of the Fontanka River. It is assumed that the construction of the palace was completed at the end of the eighteenth century, and its author is the famous architect of that time - J. Quarenghi

Many beautiful sights are located in Moscow. Walking around the city center, you can often observe various cultural monuments. Each object keeps a lot of secrets and stories that are always interesting to know. Separately, it is worth paying attention to the temple located in the center called the Menshikov Tower. It is located in the historical center of Moscow, in the area of Chistye Prudy

The palaces of Peter the Great are of great interest to researchers and history buffs. The first Russian emperor had several residences where he regularly stayed, worked, held receptions, and received important guests. We will talk about these palaces in this article

Any city or village honors the memory of the Great Patriotic War. Streets, parks and squares bear the names of the heroes, monuments and sculptural compositions are erected in memory of them. About one of these structures - the Victory Memorial in Krasnoyarsk - our material

The Museum of Perm Antiquities sounds. The voices of visitors merge with the song of the flute, with the ringing of Tibetan bowls, the dull beats of the drum, something vibrates and clicks. Looking and listening, one can distinguish the rustle of plants and the whisper of the wind, reflections of light and shadows of strange creatures. Dinosaurs hear and feel it all with us, sensing our presence

"Moscow is the heart of Russia, the Kremlin is the heart of Moscow" is the saying. By 1515, both brick walls and twenty towers of the Kremlin had grown, among which was the Troitskaya tower

The world of show business is changeable and unpredictable. New names here appear and disappear quickly and without a trace. So, unexpectedly, in the light of flashes of media cameras, Parviz Yasinov, an oriental youth with a memorable appearance, appeared

At all times, nobility was seen as an important component in relationships with people. Even today, in our cynical age, this quality is appreciated. Nobility has become in demand, but it cannot be acquired without spiritual strength. People with this quality live according to the laws of decency, compassion and indifference. Nobility is a real gift that does not need rewards

Alexey Vladimirovich Ostrovsky is a politician of the Russian Federation. For three years he was the governor of the Smolensk region. Member of the LDPR party

A two-faced person is not yet a hypocrite: the real cunning lies in the many more appearances, and they can change depending on the situation like the colors of a chameleon when moving through the jungle

Masai - a tribe of proud warriors, one of the most ancient and numerous throughout Africa. They live in Kenya and Tanzania. A distinctive feature of this tribe is that none of its members has a passport or any other document. That is why it is simply impossible to determine the exact number

There is perhaps no ruler who would be more deserving of the centuries-old memory of his compatriots than Peter 1. The monument in Moscow designed by the famous sculptor Z. Tsereteli is considered one of the most controversial creations of the author

The architecture of a modern city is taking shape in tune with the constant development of urban culture, industry, and the growth of the productive forces of society. Social and technological progress accelerate and stimulate the further development of old cities and the emergence of new ones

In Soviet times, the tricky old-fashioned concept was not used, but our fellow citizens understood even without it that work overalls or old trousers with a sweater that were inappropriate in the center of culture were “not comme il faut”

The Museum of Bells in Valdai is one of the most unforgettable sights of the Novgorod region. Travelers who come to the city on purpose, or turn here on their way to other places, take with them, in addition to new knowledge and impressions, unusual souvenirs that delight with their beauty and emit a melodic chime

In order to promote a respectful attitude to water among children, parents and teachers in Russia, the contest "Colorful drops" was organized. What does he represent? What are the nominations? Who can take part in it? This article is dedicated to the contest "Colorful drops"

We all want our children to grow up happy and he althy. There are families where mutual understanding, comfort, happiness reign. The relationship between parents and children is warm and trusting

The entire military history of Russia is collected in one building, from the pre-revolutionary period to the present. A truly interesting and unique museum that everyone can visit

Most of us believe that laughter prolongs life, so we are not averse to laughing and having fun from the heart. We are happy to watch humorous programs, but there is nothing to say about KVN, which is loved by everyone, it is the leader in the number of fans of the creativity of the contestants. However, along the way, listening to the sounding remarks, we understand: in every joke there is a share of a joke

This expression can be interpreted in different ways, it has two meanings, which depend on the punctuation marks placed in the text

St. Petersburg is a city with stunning historical and architectural monuments. One of them is the mansion of the Brusnitsyn brothers

Transbaikalian Cossacks - were on the farthest borders of the Motherland a stronghold of order and statehood. Exceptionally courageous, resolute, strong in training, they always successfully resisted the best enemy units

Among the huge number of educational institutions in St. Petersburg there is a university that teaches mining. It's called the Mining Institute. And for many years now, the mining museum has been working with him, willingly opening its doors not only for students of the institute, but also for everyone who wants to see its exhibits. What kind of collection is collected in the museum, what is its history and how to get into it, we will find out further

New York's Harlem neighborhood is shrouded in mystery, myths and stereotypes. But the city is developing, changing, and this is reflected in Harlem. Let's talk about the history and features of this area. What to see and what to fear for tourists visiting Harlem (New York)

The article contains examples of the six most commonly used proverbs about apples, as well as information about where and when they appeared and what they mean. For both children and adults

The concept of "skinhead" is associated by many people with such shameful phenomena as Nazism and racism. In the traditional sense, this means a subculture that arose in Great Britain in the middle of the last century among the representatives of the working class. Oddly enough, the first skinheads were black, and the current itself was born on the basis of the culture of the Jamaican settlers. In the presented material, I would like to consider the ideology, symbolism, clothing, which is typical for this subculture

Learning more about Japanese names and surnames, you can not only learn the basics of the language in a peculiar way, but also better understand the philosophy of this people

The monument to the Saratov harmonica is one of the most interesting modern monuments in Saratov. This sculptural composition reminds residents and visitors of the city of one of its traditional symbols. Where is this sculpture located, and will it be of interest to everyone?

For a working-class man, the path to luxury was ordered. But no one complained, everyone worked, honestly earned a living, and few even suspected that interpersonal relationships can be built based on personal self-interest. Moreover, any more or less materialistic person was despised, he was mocked

Deadline is the deadline or deadline for something: the completion of work of any kind, the deadline for submitting an order, the final date for submitting material, and the like. This word comes from the English "deadline", which literally means "death" and "line" ("dead" and "line")

The beauty of the women of the East from ancient times caused universal admiration and was sung by poets of all times and peoples. These girls are endowed with a characteristic appearance: expressive big eyes, peach skin tone, flowing black hair

What places do tourists visit most often when they come to St. Petersburg? Hermitage, Kunstkamera and cruiser "Aurora". Let's talk about the first one in more detail

Often in the company of acquaintances, in a store, public transport or just on the street, a person may be insulted by another person. Some people just like to assert themselves in this way, they begin to be rude and provoke you to a certain response

The article talks about popular beliefs about things that can bring happiness to their owner, describes customs associated with a horseshoe

Developing your mind, a person develops both culturally and spiritually. Even from the realization that he can solve difficult puzzles, his self-esteem rises. Don't be lazy, break your head

The floral symbol of England is the red rose, the queen of flowers. Each plant-symbol in a certain way reflects the history and culture of the state, represents the country to the whole world. Scientists call the symbols "a kind of text" addressed to future generations