From 2012 to 2013 in Russia and Germany, a cross year is held. It is designed to strengthen relations between countries, improve their status, help Russians and Germans change their attitude towards each other for the better. The events held as part of the Year of Germany reflect the most diverse features of the country's life, including economic, political and cultural.
The year of Germany in Russia, according to the organizers, will help the Russians not only better understand the complex history of the relationship between the two countries, but also dispel some myths and stereotypes regarding the Germans and bring nations closer together. The program of events is divided into two parts: in the second half of 2012 they will be held in St. Petersburg and Moscow, and in the first half of 2013 in other cities of Russia.
It was outlined several main areas that will be covered during the events: this is the common history of Russia and Germany, German culture, economics, politics, society, education, science, the environment and life in Germany as a whole. In order to better illuminate the complex issues of relations between the two countries, exhibitions, concerts, film screenings, seminars, master classes, etc. are held.
On June 20, the grand opening of the Year of Germany in Russia was held. As part of the event, a concert of the Russian-German orchestra Young Euro Classic was organized in the Great Hall of the Moscow Conservatory. It should be noted that the orchestra was specially created for this concert, and it included students from the Moscow Conservatory and the Berlin University of the Arts. An exhibition was also organized for the Discovery, the exhibits of which partially reflect the thousand-year history of relations between Germany and Russia. To acquaint Russians with German art and history, a screening of ten of the best German films shot between 1900 and 2010 was held.
In general, the Year of Germany in Russia will be marked by several hundred diverse events that will take place in many cities. Street concerts so popular in Germany will be held, mobile museums will be created, and exhibitions will be organized. Each event promises to be not only informative, but also very interesting. Moreover, Russians will be able to meet Germans attending events, learn from them about life in Germany and make new friends in another country. According to the organizers, this will also help strengthen relations.
