Young people from Smolensk visiting the Kremlin Christmas tree party

More than five thousand boys and girls from across the country were invited to Moscow to participate in a wonderful celebration – the All-Russian Kremlin Christmas tree party. 28 young Smolensk residents - excellent pupils, winners of various competitions and Olympiads in academic subjects, children from large families, students of the Shatalovo Orphanage and the "Gnezdyshko" Orphanage took part in the bright New Year's celebration.

This grand festival, held on the eve of the New Year on the decision of the Russian President in the very heart of the capital - the State Kremlin Palace, has become a tradition and is held annually on December 26.

A great theatrical performance could not leave anyone indifferent. The children empathized the characters, were happy together with them about the victory of friendship and good things over the evil forces. The festival organizers had in store a real collection of surprises, competitions, entertainments and, of course, presents. The younger pupils took part in circle dances with Grandfather Frost, while the older ones participated in quizzes conducted by the Snowgirl and other fairytale characters.

Besides, the kids from Smolensk got a chance to look round the New Year capital. Interesting and informative excursions to the "Mosfilm" museum and the "The Tsar’s Courtyard in Izmailovo" Historical Museum made a great impression on the children.