Russia opened a military-themed attraction called Patriot Park, where visitors, including children, can ride in tanks, fire weapons at shooting ranges, and buy or sell military equipment and memorabilia.
Russia created Patriot Park to showcase its armed forces, military history, and defense technology. The site features museums, historical exhibits, armored vehicles, aircraft, and hands-on attractions. Visitors can explore military hardware, ride in certain military vehicles, participate in supervised shooting activities, and watch military demonstrations and exhibitions.
Because it combines military displays with interactive attractions, Patriot Park has often been described as a “Military Disneyland.” Supporters see it as a way to preserve military history and honor those who served, while critics argue that presenting military equipment in an amusement-park-like setting, particularly to children, can blur the line between education and the glorification of war. As a result, the park has become a widely discussed example of how nations choose to present their military heritage.