Today, the residence of Father Frost opened in Ufa. The festive event was attended by the head of the city administration, Ratmir Mavliev.
The mayor of Ufa joined young guests in saying the traditional words to light the decorations and wished everyone a Happy New Year.
Earlier, the Ufa administration had expressed concerns that the opening might have to be postponed due to severe frost. Fortunately, this did not happen.
The residence of Ufa's Father Frost will welcome visitors from December 26 to January 11, daily from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Winter Sabantuy site.