KALMYKIA

Unique in Europe, Kalmykia is the only region in Russia where Buddhism is the dominant religion. Located between the Volga River and the Caspian Sea, this little-known republic fascinates with its unique history and distinct cultural identity.

A land of endless steppes, it is home to wild landscapes, where you can spot saiga antelopes and stunning Buddhist temples.

Its capital, Elista, surprises with a blend of Soviet architecture and Mongolian influences, featuring colorful pagodas along Lenin Street.

Rarely visited by travelers, Kalmykia offers a truly unique immersion into nomadic traditions and Tibetan Buddhism, far, very far, from regular tourist routes.