In the evening the celebration had a Gorka, literally a circle of people in traditional customs, singing songs, and dancing. They did this for about two and a half hours, and then started dancing informally afterwards. The evening was perfect – warm, sunny, but not hot.  This particular celebration is unique to this village.  Though in the Komi Republic, Ust-Cil'ma was settled by Russians who were fleeing Christianity and trying to hold on to their own traditions.  They keep alive their heritage with pride.

 

 

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