Spasiba Russia, See You Next Year

Indonesia Festival 2017, Moscow (Detikcom)

The second Indonesian festival held in Moscow officially closed after a successful 3-day run from 4 to 6 August 2017. At least 90 thousand visitors came to this festival.

Indonesian Ambassador to Russia Mohamad Wahid Supriyadi, thanked the supporters and the event in a closing speech, Sunday (6/8) night local time.

"Thanks to the citizens of Moscow, you are all great," said Ambassador Wahid, as reported by Detik.com. "At least 90 thousand people attended the festival Thank you and see you next year Spasiba (thank you)."

The total number of visitors for this year far exceeds the number of visitors to the first Indonesian Festival last year, which was attended by 68 thousand people. However, the number is still below the target of the embassy, which is 100 thousand people.

A total of 600 people came from Indonesia as a participant at the festival this year. The number of participating booths reached 70 units, including Indonesian food stands, handicrafts, and art articles.