The region surrounding Lenin Square in Yakutsk is rich in cultural history, and this extends to its culinary traditions as well. Yakutsk is the capital city of the Sakha Republic, Russia, and it is known for its extreme subarctic climate. Traditional Yakutian cuisine has developed to adapt to the harsh, cold environment. Food preservation techniques such as drying and freezing are prevalent, largely due to the necessity to store food over long winters. The cuisine here is mainly focused on local ingredients like fish from the Lena River, wild berries, and root vegetables. Historically, meat has been a staple in Yakutian diet, with a focus on reindeer, horsemeat, and fish rather than cow meat, due to local preferences and agricultural practices.
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