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The holiday of the village

The holiday of the village “The holiday of Russian birch tree” in village Vystavka (Votlazhma)

The territory of Kotlas district possesses the unique heritage: the monuments of history and culture, medicinal springs, unusually beautiful nature places: water-meadows, thick old forests, wide fields, small forest rivers. Such is the place with pure nature where Votlazhma is situated. Every year "The holiday of Russian birch-tree" is celebrated here. It held in the style of folk celebrating the Trinity holiday: people honor the birch, tell fortunes on the wreaths, organize games and competitions, enjoy having pancakes and tea. Amateur actors play the roles of folk favorites: Zatevalschitsa and Khorovodnitsa, naughty Semik, Lazy Fedot, folk treating Fedora. They entertain guests and visitors.