Ulyanovsk (01.2012)
Located on the Volga River about 500 miles east of Moscow, Ulyanovsk [formerly known as Simbirsk] is perhaps best known for being the birthplace and hometown of Vladimir Lenin, the man who would change Russia. Although many still make the pilgrimage to Lenin's homeland, he doesn't draw quite as many tourists as before. A classic Russian fairy tale about the adventures of a bun (yes, a bun) that runs away from its grandparents, which originated in Ulyanovsk, may well be the basis for a re-branding of the city. In an effort to keep the tourists coming, there's a movement under way to promote the city as the birthplace of "The Bun". "The times they are a changing..."
Read More101 / 131
Karen Tararache (RT) & "The Bun".
the bunколобокUlyanovskRussiarusurusu photographyУльяновскSimbirskСимбирск
From Project RuSu 365
dalystock
on May 4, 2012Great story about change.... nice buns!:)
Hillary Yasmer Shemin
on May 4, 2012That is quite a contrast to Lenin, isn't it? Love your shot here...Not quite a silver platter, but certainly the 'bun' is being shown off in style!
Julie
on April 10, 2012Love it! So cute. Can't wait to show it to Joshua
rdungan
on April 7, 2012Nice photo and interesting story.
webstersway
on April 5, 2012Terrific capture and commentary!!! Brought a smile to my face, thanks!!!
Janet McQueen
on April 3, 2012Love the story..... such an interesting change of focus for the re-branding! Great shot too.... that bun is way too cute to eat!
photofreak
on March 28, 2012Very cool shot and interesting info to go with it... times are a changing indeed!
nelli
on March 28, 2012This is so wonderful! Love the story!
Kazimiera W.M
on March 28, 2012Great lighting and an interesting commentary.
Gene Hyder
on March 28, 2012Fantastic shot and story.