Is this Europe?! Celebrating the New Year in Kalmykia

This is a Buddhist republic in the heart of Europe. On arrival here, you can't believe what you see: Buddhist temples, pagodas, Asian gates and buildings. This region has a truly unique culture, traditions and holidays, and this time I will celebrate the Kalmyk ZUL holiday with locals, and... add one year to my age along with all Kalmyk people.

Time codes:
00:00 I'm going to celebrate the New Year with Kalmyks!
01:17 Welcome to the capital: Elista city
02:46 What did I find on the Lenin Square?
04:26 My chance to make a wish under the Golden Gate
05:47 Here is a Kalmyk lunch!
09:30 Is this really Europe?!
11:25 Locals came to get blessings from lamas
12:31 It's the New Year's Day in Kalmykia
16:47 A ritual of life prolongation

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