Rustam Minnikhanov: Every year Spasskaya Fair is getting more large-scale

On July 31, in Yelabuga, Interim President of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov took part in an official opening of the Spasskaya Fair, which will be held for three days.

In 2008, for the first time after more than half a century break the Spasskaya Fair that was historically held in the city from the XIX century was revived in Yelabuga. This year’s fair gathered more than 1,200 craftsmen from different Russian cities and abroad.

Minnikhanov reminded that he already visited the fair in Yelabuga a few years ago, and every year the event is getting more large-scale. "Today we have set a goal to revive historical traditions and trades that are in demand in our country. I sincerely thank the Administration of Yelabuga, the Ministry of Culture, other departments for being actively involved in this matter, as well as our participants and guests. From the bottom of my heart I congratulate you on the holiday and hope that, despite the rain, the festival will be a success and we will find a lot of friends and buy interesting things,” Minnikhanov said welcoming participants and guests of the fair.

Looking around rows of shopping stalls after the opening ceremony, Minnikhanov draw his special attention to the blacksmith’s counter, where he minted a coin, as well as stalls with honey and leather products.