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About 1,300 skating rinks will be operating in the capital during the winter season, according to the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Urban Development. Petr Biryukov.
"Specialists
urban economy complex "Work is underway to develop winter infrastructure facilities. In total, approximately 1,300 skating rinks will be operating in Moscow this season, including more than 200 outdoor skating rinks with artificial ice and over 1,000 with natural surfaces," noted Pyotr Biryukov.
Artificial ice rinks are already operating in all administrative districts. The largest rinks opened on December 1st – inGorky Park, in the park Sokolniki, on the Tsarskaya Embankment of the Museum-Reserve Kolomenskoye.
Thanks to artificial ice-making technology, skating rinks can operate even in above-zero temperatures. When constructing ice rinks, specialists lay a waterproofing coating and durable ice mats on the leveled base, through which pipes carrying liquid coolant are run. After this, refrigeration units are connected and ice is frozen to a thickness of 10–15 centimeters. Finally, ice resurfacing machines level and polish the surface.
All rinks have the necessary infrastructure: rental points, heating, first aid, security, changing rooms, food outlets, and lighting.
If the air temperature remains below freezing, ice will also be poured onto skating rinks with natural surfaces.
"Winter in Moscow" is the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and provide assistance to those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm fellowship. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.
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