Russia is a multinational country. How many interesting and unusual things are hidden in each of its republics. One of the most unusual regions is the Republic of Mari El. It is a tourist area. Many who want to see the beautiful lakes of this region go here in the summer. The capital of the Republic of Mari El, the city of Yoshkar-Ola, also attracts residents of Russia.
History of the Mari region
The name of Mari El from the local language means the Mari Territory. Mari are the indigenous inhabitants of the area (translated from the Mari - "husband, man"). For a very long period, the region was subjected to military invasions from the East and Europe. For a long time the Tatar Khanate ruled here. During the reign of Ivan the Terrible, the Mari region was annexed to Russia. The border state of the republic is visible in everything. The majority of the population never accepted any of the world religions: neither Christianity nor Islam, and still pray in pagan temples and perform the corresponding rituals.
Since the 16th century, the history of the republic is very closely connected with the life of Russia. However, like any other region of the country, it has its own symbols: the flag,coat of arms and anthem of the Republic of Mari El.
Symbols of the region
The flag of the Republic of Mari El is a symbol of its unity. It is a three-color rectangular canvas. The upper stripe, which occupies a quarter of the width of the flag, is azure. The central stripe (half width) is white. The lower part, which is commensurate in size with the upper one, has a bright scarlet color. On the left, next to the shaft, the Mari national ornament is depicted on white with the inscription "Mari-El" in red-brown color. The national flag of the Republic of Mari El flaunts on the buildings that house the government, the president, on the buildings of ministries, courts and local governments.
The heraldic shield of the republic depicts an element of national ornament, symbolizing the fertility and prosperity of the region. These are coniferous and oak branches and ears, as if wrapped in a ribbon of three colors (in accordance with the flag). The coat of arms adorns the Arbitration Court of the Republic of Mari El. It personifies the commitment of the population of the republic to agricultural labor, as well as the fertility and we alth of the land.
The anthem of the Republic of Mari El sounds in three languages: Russian, Mari Mountain and Mari Meadow. Music by Y. Evdokimov. The authors of the words are V. Panov, I. Gorny and D. Islamov. As in any anthem, this one glorifies the region, speaks of its virtues, we alth, and the friendly and strong people inhabiting the republic.
Government of the Republic of Mari El
CompositionThe government of the republic is as follows: the head of government, two of his deputies, ministers, heads of state committees. The president of the republic has the right to include his deputy in the government. At the moment, the government of the Republic of Mari El is headed by Leonid Igorevich Markelov.
The structure of the government of this region is no different from the structure of other regions of the country. The ministries of the Republic of Mari El also supervise the spheres of he althcare, culture and press, education, finance, and justice. Mari El is a very picturesque region, the main source of its income is natural resources. All these values are in the department of the Ministry of the Republic of Mari El for Environmental Safety.
Capital
The capital of the Republic of Mari El, the city of Yoshkar-Ola, has a rich history. Its original name is Tsarevokokshaisk (Tsarevgrad on the Kokshaga River). It was founded at the end of the 16th century and was originally a military fortress. After that, artisans and peasants began to settle here, the main occupation of which was agriculture. Until the 18th century, the city was predominantly military, until industrial enterprises began to open in it. The orientation of the settlement has completely changed. At the same time, the Alexander-Elizabeth fair became the main entertainment for the residents, and Yoshkar-Ola became one of the merchant centers of the republic. Market Square is still in Yoshkar-Ola, it serves as the historical center of the city.
Currently, the city has a well-developed infrastructure. Yoshkar-Ola is not only politicalcenter, but also cultural. In addition, this is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in the Volga region.
Sights of Yoshkar-Ola
The capital of the Republic of Mari El, as a cultural center, has a number of attractions. Tourists should definitely visit the National Museum named after T. V. Evseev, as well as the Museum of Fine Arts. Those who want to learn more about the life, customs, customs of the local population, as well as immerse themselves in the history of the city, should visit the Museum of the History of the City of Yoshkar-Ola. Of course, ancient buildings, such as the Ascension Church (18th century), the House of Soviets (beginning of the 20th century), give a special beauty to the city. Ancient buildings contrast with modern shopping and office centers, the buildings where the government and the Arbitration Court of the Republic of Mari El are located also look impressive.
It's definitely worth driving a little outside the city to see the stunning beauty of the Sheremetev estate, which looks like a castle.
The main advantage of the city is its natural beauty: groves, gardens and squares where you can walk and enjoy the beauty of the Mari nature.
Other cities
Small cities - that's what distinguishes the Republic of Mari El. Volzhsk is one of them. It is a district center with a population of about 61,000 people. The pulp industry is actively developing in Volzhsk.
Another city - Zvenigovo. It is also built on the banks of the Volga. The city has a developed timber industry andship repair.
The third city is Kozmodemyansk. Its population is almost 25 thousand people. The city has factories for the production of meat, sausages, a garment factory, a brick factory, a factory for the production of spare parts for gas stoves, computers.
Culture of the Republic and its capital
The capital of the Republic of Mari El and its other cities are home to many famous composers, artists, singers, dancers and poets. For example, a dance group bearing the name of the republic gained all-Russian fame. The most famous Mari composer Ivan Palantai was born in Yoshkar-Ola. As for more famous personalities, the poet Nikolai Zabolotsky, whose childhood years were spent in one of the regional centers of the republic, can be cited as an example.
Nature of the edge
The Mari land is especially proud of its natural resources, beautiful dense forests, deep clear lakes. The deepest lake of karst origin is Zryv. Its depth in some places reaches 56 meters. Another lake formed at the site of a dip in the earth's crust is the Sea Eye. The history of this lake is shrouded in many legends and legends. It got its name not by chance: if you look from afar or from a bird's eye view, then in shape it resembles a human eye, and tall spruce trees growing around it are thick eyelashes.
The property of not only the republic, but the whole of Russia is the Tabashinsky lake. Its depth reaches 55 meters. The water in the lake is clean, flowing, rich in minerals and is curative. Pike, crucian carp, bream, burbot and roach live in the depths of the lake. In the mid-70s of the 20th century, this lake was recognized as a natural monument.
Another lake of extraordinary beauty is Tahir. In its center, over time, an island was formed, on which a dense green grove blossomed.
Lake Shung altan has a special healing property. The mud and water of this spring contain a large amount of hydrogen sulfide.
Not only lakes captivate the eye of any person who has fallen into the Mari region. There are also unusually clean rivers, for example, Ilen. In summer, you can see a wide variety of birds on it, which arrange nests on its banks and hatch their chicks. Many springs flow into Ilen, so the water in it is cold and clean. One of the streams is mineral, it is called the Green Key.
Tourists should definitely go to the national reserve and park "Mariy Chodra". These are specially protected places where the rarest plant species grow. The forests and meadows here have not suffered from human intervention, and therefore are especially beautiful.
Local customs and habits
The capital of the Republic of Mari El and its other cities, despite the developed industry, continue to preserve the local national flavor. It should be noted that the Mari in modern conditions still maintain and cultivate their originality: they use the folk language, ethnic motifs sound at the holidays, you can see dances in folk costumes. The cafe serves nationalkitchen. The indigenous population of the republic is friendly, knows how to appreciate nature, life, feel unity with the world.
An abundance of cultures and endless natural we alth - that's what Russia can boast of. The Republic of Mari El is a unique part of this large country. There is no warm sea here, but this is not a hindrance in order to spend an unforgettable vacation and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding nature.
