Kila and lapta: how ancient sport traditions are revived in Russia
Centuries ago, these were “village versus village” meetings in the cold; today it's a “team versus team” match at an official tournament. Kila and lapta are gaining popularity among both adults and children. For some people, these Russian amusements are a way to learn more about the history of their homeland, for others it’s an opportunity to feel like a real bogatyr.
What is the uniqueness of these folk games? What qualities do kila and lapta bring up in athletes?
Watch our video for details.
TV BRICS reporters: Maria Neustroeva, Aleksandra Stolyarova, Tatyana Likhacheva
TV BRICS cameramen: Aleksander Martynov, Daniil Amangulov
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