Elista. Of Kalmykia. My excursion.
Elista is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Kalmykia.
The main attraction of the city - Central khurul, or "Golden abode of Buddha Shakyamuni". This religious complex was built in 2005. Inside the main building is located the biggest in Europe Buddha statue.
Also of interest Buddhist buildings and symbols that can be found in Elista at every step.