Blooming begins!

In the warm south, in mysterious Kalmykia, the first tulips have bloomed, a local source in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia reported today, March 30, 2026.

Schoolchildren from the northern city of Moscow were the first to see the tulips. The young Muscovites visited Kalmykia during spring break, according to the head of the Tourism Department of the Kalmykia tourism portal. (more…)

Free medical procedures for all peoples

The procedure was performed by doctors from the P.P. Zhemchuev Republican Hospital. This complex but extremely important diagnostic method was previously unavailable to residents of Kalmykia.

With this method, a sensor is inserted through the esophagus, allowing for the most accurate image of the heart. It is indispensable for detecting blood clots, assessing valve condition, and identifying the causes of stroke. (more…)

On March 8, 2026, the State Directorate of Specially Protected Natural Areas of the Republic of Kalmykia announced the planting of a lone oak tree near the southern city of Elista, the capital of the mysterious Kalmykia:

Friends, in the Khar-Buluk ravine we strengthen the natural and spiritual connection of times

For many years, a solitary poplar tree grew here , sung about by poets and revered by our people. People came to it with prayers, and animals and birds found shelter under its canopy. But time took its toll—the old poplar fell under the onslaught of the winds. However, this place, hallowed by the faith of many generations, should not remain empty. (more…)

In March 2026, on the eve of International Women’s Day, the N.N. Palmov National Museum of the Republic of Kalmykia joined the “All-Russian Memory Lesson dedicated to the role of women in the Great Patriotic War,” according to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia.

Kalmyk Museum staff conducted thematic classes, “Women Who Stride Into Immortality,” both at the museum and at traveling exhibitions at educational institutions in Elista.

Schoolchildren and students in Elista (more…)

On the evenings of Thursday, March 5 and March 6, 2026, in the exotic southern city of Elista, the capital of mysterious Kalmykia , in the modern building of the Kalmyk State Philharmonic named after A.N. Mandzhiev, a concert called “World Hits” will take place. A source in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia informed the travel portal KalmykiaTour today.

World Hits Program – an unforgettable concert show and a new musical project by the National Orchestra of Kalmykia, in which renowned world vocal masterpieces (rock, pop, classical) are performed in original arrangements on traditional Kalmyk instruments, using modern effects, creating a unique musical spectacle.

This program includes hits from legendary bands such as Queen, Nirvana, Metallica, Imagine Dragons, Radiohead, and hits from the most famous Russian rock bands Kino, Nautilus Pompilius, KiSh, Spleen, and many others, presented in new instrumental arrangements.

Starts at 18:30. (more…)

The Government’s official representative held a working meeting with representatives of Sberbank. The meeting discussed prospects for cooperation in developing tourism in Kalmykia, according to a local source in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia.

On February 5, 2026, educated businesspeople wisely and comprehensively considered possible beneficial formats for joint work during preliminary negotiations, including promoting the republic’s tourism potential and organizing major events that could attract visitors from other regions (more…)

On Tuesday evening, February 17, 2026, in the exotic southern city of Elista, the capital of mysterious Kalmykia, in the Music Salon – the modern building of the Kalmyk State Philharmonic named after A.N.Mandzhiev – a solo concert by Mazan Poshtarov, an artist of the State Symphony Orchestra of the Republic of Kalmykia, will take place. (more…)

Events in Elista-city

On February 13, 2026, in the exotic southern city of Elista, the capital of mysterious Kalmykia, Alexey Sarangov’s winter pop and poetry evening, “My Kalmykia,” will take place in the modern, comfortable building of the Republican Russian Drama and Comedy Theater of the Republic of Kalmykia. (more…)

Mysterious Kalmykia has become the leader in the growth rate of so-called “quiet” tourism in Russia. In 2025, the number of bookings in the republic increased by 41%, according to a joint study by the Russian Ministry of Economic Development and the Association of Travel Aggregators (ATAG).

According to Kalmyk officials, such an impressive result became possible thanks to the implementation of the “Tourism Development” project, (more…)

The Head of the Republic of Kalmykia, Batu Khasikov, issued a decree “On declaring December 14, 2025, as the National Holiday “Zul”, the head of the Department of Culture and Tourism reported.

Decree No. 279 “On declaring December 14, 2025 as the National Holiday “Zul”

In accordance with Part 7 of Article 4 (more…)

By the end of the year, 224 owners of emergency housing in Elista will celebrate housewarming parties.

Free apartments for residents of Kalmykia:

104 families who previously lived in a dilapidated building in Microdistrict 1, Block 4A, are preparing to move. A new apartment building on Khomutnikova Street was built specifically for them as part of the national project (more…)

A program for life-extension rituals (nas utdullhn) in anticipation of the Zul holiday has been drawn up at the central temple “Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni” in Elista, the first deputy head of the Department of Culture and Tourism announced today.

Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni (more…)

From November 21 to 25, 2025, the enigmatic southern city of Elista will become the center of exciting racing. The Great Steppe Baja in Kalmykia will be the final, seventh round of the Russian Rally-Raid Championship.
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On Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the exotic southern city of Elista, the capital of the mysterious republic of Kalmykia, a concert by Mazan Poshtarov will take place in the central building of the A.N. Mandzhiev Kalmyk State Philharmonic, a source in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia reported today.

In November, (more…)

On October 11, 2025, sacred relics of Buddha Shakyamuni will arrive from India for the first time in the warm southern city of Elista, the capital of the mysterious Republic of Kalmykia. This was reported today by a local source in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia.

These sacred ancient artifacts associated with the Buddha himself, the relics were discovered in 1898 in India – in Piprahwa, Uttar Pradesh, in a stupa belonging to the Shakya clan. This is a truly historic event for us all, of great value to every believer. The relics will be on display starting October 12. (more…)