Trains of time and routes of destiny

On the first Sunday of August, Russia celebrates Railway Worker's Day, a professional holiday for people who, thanks to their work, connect the shores, cities and destinies of a vast country every day. The history of this date dates back to the 19th century: on August 6, 1896, Emperor Nicholas II opened traffic on the St. Petersburg-Vologda line, and since then this day has gained special significance for all involved in railway communication. Later, in 1936, the holiday received official status.
Railways in Russia are more than an infrastructure. These are the arteries through which the life of the country moves, it is a rhythm that knows no breaks. There is a tremendous daily effort behind the accuracy of schedules, reliability of transportation, safety and comfort of passengers. From the planner to the machinist, from the dispatcher to the bridge builder, everyone puts professionalism, endurance and dedication into the common cause.
On this day, we express our sincere gratitude to those who, while remaining behind the scenes, not only lead the trains forward, but move time. Thanks to railway workers, millions of people get home, to their relatives, on business trips, to new cities. Their work requires the precision of a surgeon, the discipline of a military man, and the sensitivity of a guide, literally and figuratively.
On this day, we honor those whose lives are connected with the railway, those who take responsibility for the movement, accuracy and safety of transportation. We have prepared a selection of exclusive gifts especially for you. Let the path drawn by the steel threads of the rails lead only to success. And may the confident "Let's go!" always sound over the country as a symbol of moving forward, overcoming distances and human connection beyond the control of time.