"The most Russian beast"

Bear Day is celebrated annually on December 13 in many regions of Russia. It is believed that by this time all clubfooted animals finally settle into dens for winter hibernation and do not come out until spring. The purpose of this holiday – drawing attention to the conservation of the population of these majestic animals.

In the virtual exhibition «The most Russian beast» a number of facts are presented, why exactly this animal became a symbol of Russia. Factual material is compiled with fairy tales and folklore of the peoples inhabiting our country.