The Golden Gate of Altn Bosch
Elista City Centre, Kalmykia, Russia
Description:
The Golden Gate of Altn Bosch is one of the most famous and recognizable sights of Elista, the capital of Kalmykia. The Golden Gate is located in the heart of the city and attracts many tourists.
The gate is a high golden arch, made in the traditional Buddhist style. The arch is supported by thin red columns. The height of the entire structure is 15 meters. Outside, the arch is decorated with 28 paintings by the artist Nikolai Borisov - the drawings depict the most important events of Kalmyk history and look very colorful.
Today Altn Bosch is one of the most recognizable symbols of Elista and the most popular tourist attraction. In recent years, a wedding tradition has developed, according to which newlyweds should be photographed standing at these gates. It is believed that one who passes under the arch is spiritually purified, and all his desires are fulfilled.