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A small but fascinating journey that will allow you to immerse yourself in the unique culture and traditions of our region.

As part of this tour, you will be able to get acquainted with Kalmyk cuisine, which is famous for its exotic, in the opinion of ordinary people, meat dishes, enjoy a wonderful view of the surrounding nature and feel its unique energy, experience peace and tranquility by visiting the largest European Buddhist temple.

And during the flowering period of tulips, you have the opportunity not only to look at these beautiful flowers, but also to visit the tulip festival, which takes place annually throughout April in the republic!

Location

Republic of Kalmykia, Elista

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Tour highlights

The capital of the region

Bus and walking tours of Elista, exploring its museums and colorful sights are waiting for you.

Khuruli of Kalmykia

Get acquainted with several Buddhist temples of the republic, learn their history and interesting facts about the local religion.

Gifts from the trip

Choose souvenirs for every taste for yourself and your loved ones

Itinerary

Day 1 - A walk around the city. National Museum named after N. Palmov
13:00-14:00 Lunch.
Check-in at the hotel
14:00-16:00 We go for a walk around the city.
We will pass through the Seven Days Pagoda, which is the hallmark of our capital. It symbolizes the exit from samsara and the achievement of nirvana. The largest prayer drum in Europe, the Kurde, is installed in the Pagoda, which is filled with 75 million mantras. After making a wish, walk around it three times, and it will definitely come true!
You will hear the music of the wind as you walk under the Golden Gate, decorated with 28 paintings by local artists.
16:00-17:30 Excursion to the N. Palmov National Museum, which is the only museum where the history, culture and art of the Kalmyk people are most fully represented.
You will be able to get acquainted with the nature of Kalmykia, Buddhist art, see historical artifacts of the Oirats, look at modern exhibits of paintings, graphics and sculptures.
Free time.
Independent dinner.

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Day 2 - The golden abode of Shakyamuni Buddha. City Bus Tour
09:00-10:00 Breakfast.
10:30-12:00 Central Hurul Tour .
The Golden Abode of Shakyamuni Buddha" (Kalm. Burhn Bagshin Altn Siume is the largest Buddhist temple in Europe.
The entire architectural plan of the temple has the shape of a mandala. The hurula building is surrounded by 17 pagodas with statues of the great Buddhist teachers of Nalanda Monastery.
In the prayer hall of the Central Hurul "The Golden Abode of Shakyamuni Buddha", the first, the main object in size and significance that attracts the eyes of any person is the figure of Shakyamuni Buddha. The height of the statue is 9 meters.
12:00 – 14:00 City bus tour.
During the tour you will visit:
chess city "City Chess";
The Stupa of Enlightenment;
memorial "Exodus and Return"
14:00-15:00 Lunch.
Free time.
Independent dinner.

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Day 3 - Geden Sheddup Choy Korling School Complex
08:00-09:00 Breakfast.
Check out of the hotel.
09:30-11:00 Guided tour of the Geden Sheddup Choy Korling Cultural Complex.
The Shakyusn-Xume Hurul is a Buddhist temple of the Geden Sheddup Choy Korling hurul complex, located in the suburbs of Elista.
This place was consecrated in 1992 by the Dalai Lama XIV himself during his second visit to Kalmykia, and four years later the Shakyusn-Xume hurul was erected on this site.
In 2004, the Dalai Lama visited Kalmykia and Elista for the third time, with the aim of holding the radne ceremony, after which hurul rightfully became a real abode of deities.
11:00-12:00 Visiting souvenir shops.
End of the program.

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