President of MC “ZINOVIEV CENTER” Olga Zinoviev, Director Mikhail Zernov and Deputy Director Alexander Tyutryumov took part in the opening of the cross year of culture and tourism “Russia – Turkey”.
The opening ceremony of the Year was held on April 8 at the Bolshoi theatre, in the capital of Russia. The premiere of the production of “Troy” was held there.. It should be noted that the Turkish performers were first introduced to the stage of the Bolshoi theater. Another unique feature of this performance was the format of ” Troy – symbiosis of Opera and ballet. The performance was a wonderful beginning of the Year of culture and art.
At the same time, in the Turkish capital Ankara, the opening of the cross Year of culture and art of Turkey and Russia was held in the Museum of Anatolian civilizations. The ceremony with the participation of dignitaries from both countries was held in the same place. In Turkey and Russia, a huge number of various events aimed at developing cooperation and friendship between Turks and Russians in all directions are planned.
Traditionally, a great friend of our country, co-Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the MOD “We love Russia”, Advisor to the President of Turkey on international activities and security Ismail Safi accompanies all Turkish President’s visits to Russia.