Kalmykia is a leader in “quiet” tourism in Russia

January 18, 2026

Tulip Festival 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…)




Buddhist temple won in the first stage of the competition ‘Russia 10’

July 1, 2013

Central khurul Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni [ Ru ] Central buddhist temple ‘Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni‘ won in the first stage of the competition ‘Russia 10’, reports Information department of the Kalmyk Tourism Development Fund.
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