Ann Ryabtseva introduces her native village of Togul, which was founded in 1801. Some key features of Togul mentioned are its many forests, lakes, and rivers. Ann describes enjoying spending time in the forest, and highlights places in the village center like the monument to Civil War heroes and the central square where holidays are celebrated. She shows her old school and the Palace of Culture community center as important locations, and notes there are also shops, administrative buildings, and a hospital in the village. Ann welcomes the reader to enjoy a tour of her lovely hometown.