In Tula you should eat gingerbread, in St. Petersburg — smelt, and in Vladivostok — seafood, naturally. Moreover, a lot of seafood is in season in September. We’ll give you the lowdown on where you can sample it.

The ‘Turn to the east’ announced earlier by the head of state, Vladimir Putin, is bearing fruit for the far east not only in socioeconomic terms, but also in tourism. Where as many travellers used to be put off by the long journey and jetlag, now they come here no matter what. At the height of the season, it’s almost impossible to find plane tickets without layovers. So what makes people come to the capital of the far east besides cable-stayed bridges, wild rocky beaches, crimson sunsets on the seashore, and affordable seafood? Let’s take a look.

Russia’s greenhouse industry has genuinely broken new ground over the past few years. It has become a driver of growth, both in terms of consumption and replacing imports of vegetables. The agricultural holding company Eco-Cultura offers a striking example of the progress that has been made in the industry, and of the benefits of efficiency.

The ‘Far East Street’ exhibition will open once again at EEF 2022. All 11 regions that make up the far eastern federal district will present their best projects, alongside a vibrant cultural programme, unique handicrafts and distinctive cuisine. There will also be pavilions of the FEDC, The Russian Ministry of Sport, The Tourism.rf corporation, and the fish market. It will also host the house of indigenous peoples, as part of Russia’s chairmanship of the arctic council, and the tiger house, timed to coincide with the 2nd international tiger forum. If the busy programme of the EEF means you will not have time to visit the exhibition, there is no need to worry. ‘far east street’ will stay open from 5 to 11 September. A visit to the exhibition is definitely worthwhile.

What do Russians think of when they hear the word «Vladivostok»? Most likely, images of the city’s most famous land marks will come to mind, such as the bridges spanning the golden horn bay, the lighthouse on Tokarevskaya koshka cape, the sea terminal, and the legendary submarines — 56 monument, which has adorned Korabelnaya naberezhnaya for many decades. All these sights are really an important part of the Far Eastern capital. That is a must — see for every visitor. However, the soul of Russia’s capital city in the East, with its humid and salt — enriched air, is hidden elsewhere. And you can find it only peeking into an alleyway on the central street, taking a stroll along the city’s «unofficial» embankment, or exploring the edge of Russky island by car.

An altogether new kind of event by the Roscongress Foundation is currently in the works. A round-the-world voyage by the mir training vessel in 2022–2023 will serve as a source of news about environmental, youth, scientific, socioeconomic, and international initiatives which will take place both on board, and along the sailing ship’s route. All these events will take place under the name «mir» (meaning «peace»), and together will form the basis of a new, ongoing project which is not confined to a single point on the map.

Located along the waterfront of ajax bay, the far east street exhibition will offer visitors the chance to learn about all of the far eastern federal district’s 11 regions. From 2 to 7 September, a range of pavilions will welcome guests with virtual exhibits, local culinary specialities, sporting events, a cultural programme, and performances by local musicians.