Sea winds, great geographical discoveries, and distant lands - all this comes to life in a lecture about the first Russian round-the-world expedition. Immerse yourself in the history of the voyage of the ships "Hope" and "Neva," which influenced cartography, politics, and Russia's image in the world. It will be interesting for both adults and schoolchildren. The voyage, which changed the perception of the possibilities of the Russian Empire and expanded the horizons of geographical knowledge, became possible in the early 19th century. The first Russian round-the-world expedition revealed to the world not only the strength of the domestic fleet but also the ambitions of the country on the international stage. In the lecture by geographer Dmitry Martyanov, listeners will be transported to the year 1803 - the year when the ships "Hope" and "Neva" set out on a journey lasting more than a year. This was not just a voyage, but a large-scale project with political, commercial, and scientific goals. It included the establishment of diplomatic relations, trade, and the exploration of little-known regions. The route passed through the Atlantic, along the coasts of South America, around the Cape of Good Hope, and then to Japan and Alaska. The expedition left behind extensive diaries, numerous maps, clarified coordinates, and observations that were used by navigators from other countries for many years. The lecture will discuss the preparation and course of the expedition, the difficulties faced by its participants, and the people who made it happen. Why could the expedition not have taken place earlier? How was Russia ready for such an ambitious project at this historical moment? This story will interest anyone who is fascinated by sea voyages, the history of geography, discoveries, and the fates of people who expanded the boundaries of the known world. The lecture will allow you to view the round-the-world expedition not as a dry fact from a textbook, but as a living journey full of emotions and feats.