On August 25, the city tour participants went on an exciting journey through the historical center of Simbirsk and visited the places Alexander Pushkin visited 190 years ago

During the tour, the participants learned about facts and myths related to the great poet’s stay in our city as well as the gastronomic features of Simbirsk cuisine of the 19th century.

The excursion started with a visit to the khinkalnaya. It is no coincidence - next to this building, the poet’s path lay during his visit to Simbirsk. Guests were introduced to a specially designed menu based on the preferences of Alexander Pushkin.

Among the participants were city residents and guests from Moscow and Penza, representatives of the region’s media, popular bloggers, and active citizens.

“I have taken many city tours in my life, and I can say for sure that “This is Pushkin!” is a very special project, it is real and sincere. The tour was very impressive. The format of such a cultural event with tasting in the program is unusual. It was nice to learn about and try the dishes that Pushkin loved. We are grateful to the organizers and have already planned to take another tour again, with a friend from Penza, she was also here today and is delighted!” – said Guzel, the city tour participant.
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We thank our partners - restaurants "Khmeli-Kartveli" and "Nino" for their cooperation  within the framework of the “This is Pushkin!” project.

The city tour became part of the Arcadia Arts Festival and the “Crossroads. Literature” Festival of UNESCO Creative Cities. The project is being implemented with the support of the PFCI, Ulyanovsk Regional Art Museum, the Ulyanovsk UNESCO City of Literature Directorate and the “Center for Development and Support of Creative Projects “Simbirsk”” Autonomous Non-profit Organization.