AT the “In Siberia – THERE is!” Gastronomic and Tourism Fair held in Novosibirsk, the Russian Federation, from 11 to 13 July, the Myanmar tourism promotion booth, representing the Ministry of Hotels and Tourism, attracted significant interest from Russians and locals of Novosibirsk, drawing a large number of visitors and creating a lively atmosphere.
The visitors to the Myanmar tourism promotion booth showed great interest in the country’s travel destinations and tourist attractions.
At the booth, Myanmar scholarship students and families from the consulate office performed traditional Myanmar dances such as the Thungetaw Dance, the male solo dance, the U Shwe Yoe and Daw Moe Dance, Myanmar marionette, and traditional cane ball demonstrations. These performances were warmly enjoyed by the residents of Novosibirsk, and the booth was especially lively with the participation and enjoyment of the Russian audience.
Moreover, the experienced cook of Myanmar and Myanmar families cooked Myanmar traditional food, and the visitors enjoyed the food, especially Mohinga and tea leaf salad, and also Myanma wine.
The event took place at the Mikhaylovskaya Embankment Park, located on the Ob River in Novosibirsk. During the three-day festival, the Myanmar booth received thousands of visitors.
The Myanmar participants also took part in the amateur cooking contests organized by the festival holding committee, and the people showed their great interest in Myanmar traditional food.
By participating in this event, Myanmar was able to directly showcase its traditional foods, cultural arts, and prominent tourist destinations to visitors. It also provided an opportunity to invite Russian tourists to learn more about Myanmar and consider visiting. Moreover, the event allowed for the distribution of information about Myanmar to international and Russian travel businesses, as well as to the residents of Novosibirsk, helping to promote and strengthen tourism in the Russian tourism market. — MNA/ KTZH
