Bashkortostan in 3 Russian words

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Apr 01 2025

The Republic of Bashkortostan is unofficially called Bashkiria. This unique region is home to representatives of as many as 160 nationalities! Here are three of its main symbols.

1. САЛАВАТ ЮЛАЕВ (Salavat Yulayev)

Salavat Yulaev was one of the key participants in the Peasant War of 1773-1775, during which he fought against the power of Empress Catherine II. Today, Yulaev is revered in Bashkiria as a national hero. Streets, an ice hockey club and even a city are named after him.

2. БАШКИРСКИЙ МЕД (Bashkir honey)

Bashkir honey is a popular brand in Russia that combines different varieties of local honey. Bashkiria is famous for its variety of medicinal herbs and occupies a leading position in the country in terms of linden reserves. Therefore, the honey there is considered extremely healthy.

3. КУНИЦА (Marten)

In ancient times, marten hunting was considered the most profitable among the Bashkirs. The valuable fur of this animal was even dubbed “soft gold”. Because of this, the marten, as a symbol of wealth and prosperity, was placed on the coat of arms of not only Ufa, the capital of Bashkiria, but also a number of other cities of the Republic.

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