'Frozen' Kremlin & More: Photos From Ice Moscow Festival

Russia's 10th annual "Ice Moscow" festival, a unique family-friendly winter event, runs from December 29 to January 12, offering an ice fairytale experience.
Sputnik
On December 29, the winter festival "Ice Moscow" opened in Russia's capital, welcoming guests into an enchanting ice kingdom. This year's event boasts grandiose sculptures, thrilling ice slides, and a variety of entertainment designed for the whole family.
The festival is dedicated to the "Engineers of Russia" theme and showcases sparkling ice sculptures that celebrate the achievements of brilliant inventors and the country's progress.
In addition to the ice sculptures, the festival also features unique creations made from warm sand. One of the highlights of the event is a central sculpture of the Kremlin, which includes six exciting ice slides.
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Visitors at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Visitors at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Visitors at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Performance of artists at the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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A girl at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Participant of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Visitors at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Performance of artists at the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Participants of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Visitors at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Visitors at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.

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Visitors at the opening of the 10th Ice Moscow festival.