Many know that Santa Claus's residence is in Veliky Ustyug. However, not everyone is aware that his granddaughter, the Snow Maiden, lives separately in Kostroma. There, she welcomes guests from all over Russia along with her magical helpers, the cat Bayun and two house spirits. The Terem, where this eternally young beauty resides, is part of a complex of themed buildings that awaken a belief in miracles in both children and adults. There is a Russian cuisine restaurant, a playground, a souvenir shop, an improvised bell tower, and stones with humorous inscriptions. The longer you stay on the premises, the more you immerse yourself in the fairy-tale atmosphere. Engaging performances and interactive tours allow you to fully dive into the world of ancient Slavic myths, while delicious treats create a sense of celebration and magic.
The Snow Maiden's Terem is located at the end of a street surrounded by wooden houses with carved porches. At the entrance to the residence stands a boulder with the inscription: "If you go right, you will lose your horse; if you go straight, you will reach the Snow Maiden's Terem." Two paths lead away from the boulder: one leads to the parking lot, the other to the Snow Maiden's house. Another guiding boulder is located in front of the Terem and states: "If you go right, you will be full; if you go left, you will relieve yourself; if you go straight, you will enter a fairy tale." The paths lead to the restaurant, restroom, and the Snow Maiden's house, a two-story log building with carved window frames and a veranda, where you can mint commemorative coins.
The hostess of the Terem greets guests at the threshold with a treat, a rosy loaf of bread with salt. After introducing visitors to her helpers, she invites them inside to show the decoration of the Light Room. After a puppet show arranged by the cat Bayun, guests move to the Living Room, where the Snow Maiden uses a magical mirror to establish a telebridge with Santa Claus. Then visitors find themselves in the Room of Wonders, where the crafts of local children are kept.
The tour concludes with a visit to the room with Christmas trees made from the most unexpected materials. At the end, guests are invited to peek into the Ice Room, a hall lined with pieces of real lake ice.
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