Fairy-tale Yaroslavl: Mythical Heroes in Modernity
A photo report imagines Yaroslavl inhabited by characters from Russian fairy tales. The Firebird, Baba Yaga, Leshy, and others settle into the city.
Feb 16, 2026 0
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Yaroslavl, whose history spans millennia, has always been linked with folklore and legends. This project visualizes what the city would look like if fairy-tale creatures became its full-fledged inhabitants. The photographs present a look at familiar places through the prism of magic.
Baba Yaga sent her mortar for repairs and now uses discounted public transport.
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Vodyanoy continues to inspect the waters of the Kotorosl River even in cold weather.
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At sunset, the Firebird appears over Yaroslavl, adorning the sky with its flight.
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Kolobok moves around the city while remembering road safety.
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Zmey Gorynych chose an unfinished building on Oktyabrskaya Square for viewing the city.
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Leshy, remaining nearly invisible, tends to the trees on the Volga Embankment.
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The Little Humpbacked Horse also faces paid parking rules and might have a special rate.
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