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Nizhny Novgorod, Russia: A Glimpse into the Early 1900s At a water tap in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, women in traditional garb fill their buckets


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Nizhny Novgorod, Russia: A Glimpse into the Early 1900s At a water tap in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, women in traditional garb fill their buckets, as the River Volga gently flows behind them. Nearby, the Old Fair Cathedral stands proudly, its golden domes reflecting the city's rich history. In the charming town of Bogorodsk, just outside Nizhny Novgorod, girls attend a grammar school, their eager faces focused on their lessons. Shops and a chapel line the streets, offering a glimpse into daily life. Meanwhile, at the State Theatre in Gorky (Nizhny Novgorod), actors rehearse for an upcoming performance, their passion and dedication evident. As the Minins Appeal painting by Konstantin Makovsky depicts, Nizhny Novgorod has long been a cultural hub. In this oil on canvas masterpiece from 1896, citizens gather to hear Minin's call to arms, a testament to the city's resilient spirit. Kaluga and Nizhny Novgorod: two Russian gems, intertwined by history and tradition.