This was my first time to visit Moscow, but I felt that Moscow was a very wonderful city throughout the program.

     Moscow has preserved its nature. I saw as much green as buildings in the city. Near the city, there is the national park to protect wild animals. I was very surprised that people can balance preservation of nature and growth of city. I learned that it was necessary to consider the distance between people and animals so that protected animals would not enter human society because of familiarity with human and they could go wild easily.

   Deer in the national park

     Moscow also has preserved its historical buildings. I visited many places and I was deeply impressed by the beauty of all of them. One of the most interesting buildings was Svyatoy Vasily Blazhenny. It has some churches inside of it. Each church has different designs of wall, ceiling, and decoration. According to that, I knew when it was built and what sect it was. That was very interesting. Fortunately, I got a chance to listen to the sacred song. Thanks to the beautiful song, I felt peace of mind. I thought that it was the similar feeling with when I listen to sutra.

   Svyatoy Vasily Blazhenny

     During the program, I made friends with Russian students. They taught me delicious food, wonderful places, and Russian language. I enjoyed talking with them in English and trying their recommendation. I am grateful to them. By next time I meet them, I will study Russian language to communicate in it.

   With my friends in the most beautiful metro

     I had a precious experience in Moscow. I will never forget it. Thank you very much.