"I wish all of us by the association on the Day of Russia to become more spiritually enriched, to feel close to each other, the spiritual unity" - these words opened the festival, Metropolitan of Vilnius and Lithuania Innocent. "As a symbol of national reconciliation and unity, this festival brings together all those who love Russia, millions of our fellow citizens in various parts of the world, those who appreciate the Russian culture and the Russian language respects" - addressed the gathering, Russian Ambassador to Lithuania Vladimir Chkhikvadze.
On the Day of Russia willingly comes not only Russian-speaking population. "Art does not recognize national boundaries. High performers participating in the festival, attracts people regardless of nationality," - said a member of the organizing committee, the chairman of the Vilnius Municipality for the national communities, the head of the Slavic Foundation charity Olga Gorshkov. Modest at the origins of venture eventually became the Lithuanian capital for one of the most popular cultural events of the year.
At the celebration were Russian and Lithuanian artists, foreign guests - Kaliningrad orchestra of Russian folk instruments, folk group "Uzaren" of Yaroslavl, the Belarusian State Choreographic Ensemble "Khoroshki." Completed the concert program popular band "Gems" - the Information Telegraph Agency of Russia
