Alexander Pushkin

Pushkin Day

Alexander Pushkin Pushkin Day

A holiday dedicated to the work of the great poet

Pushkin Day in Russia is celebrated annually on June 6 (May 26, old style). It is timed to the birthday of poet Alexander Pushkin, who is called the creator of the modern Russian language.

Every year on June 6, the birthday of the great Russian poet Alexander Pushkin, Pushkin Day is celebrated in Russia, and all over the world – the international holiday of the Russian language. Read the rest of this entry »