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Taste Kalach and Greet Kalachinsk!

Kalachinsk (Omsk Region)
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This solid building was erected in 1905 by the local merchant Arkady Gostko
The central square is carpeted with fragrant flowers in every imaginable shade
And the town’s modern symbol is the delicate clock tower standing nearby
And here they come!
They represent 12 rural settlements of the Kalachinsky District
They enter the park through the main gate and the bridge over the lake shaped like a kalach
The eye‑catching, artisanal baked goods are soon to take part in the Kalach Bread Festival
The official part of the program is about to begin
Its motto: “Having lived a century, still young at heart!”
Now all the spectators are admiring the young women
The epilogue of the official part is entrusted to the “Youth” folk dance ensemble
Their large‑scale patriotic number is titled “We”
The contest is being held for the eighth time and is popular among nearby settlements
The shape reflects the baker’s imagination
There’s no need to compare them — it’s better to simply appreciate each one individually
Just a moment longer, and everyone will be able to taste the golden‑brown pastries
The hostesses are happy to share their culinary masterpieces with the festival guests
This is how we’ll remember the 2024 Kalach Bread Festival
“The Heroic Song” rings out — a powerful song deserves a powerful voice!
“I Gaze into the Blue Lakes” — that’s the title of this lyrical performance
Saxophonists Marina and Mikhail Ruban delight the audience with their instrumental performance
A dance to the track “Wonderful Neighbor” smoothly leads into the next act
And once again, our beloved “Youth” returns to the stage with the dance “Russia”
A light, genuine smile adds the finishing touch to the artistic message for the audience
Not far away, freshly made German waffles are available for a small fee
Meanwhile, interactive zones are set up all across the park
The “Shield of the Fatherland” club demonstrates warriors of the Shirvan Regiment and their opponents from 1812
The Osokino village creatively recreates scenes of rural life
This is how talented and dedicated people create the festival with their own hands
Wishing the town and the district continued growth and prosperity!

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