Russian authorities will increase the financing of students directed the excavations

On Wednesday at a meeting with Putin, archaeologists excavating the ancient Greek city on the Taman Peninsula Phanagoria expedition leader, Vladimir Kuznetsov, told Prime Minister is now on the contents of a student intern on the day of the budget is allocated 50 rubles. "Right now, these funds are universities. This is absolutely ridiculous money "- said the archaeologist. "Let's see which channels you can solve this problem. Maybe in the Academy of Sciences to conduct additional funds "- said Putin. He also supported the students and archaeologists often involve excavations on a voluntary basis, high school students. "When I studied in school, went to the Mykolayiv region gather grapes, and only archeology – is an honorable thing," – said the prime minister. In addition, the Prime Minister endorsed the idea of volunteerism in Archaeology, noting that "it is highly in demand." Students invited Putin to take part in archaeological excavations at least one day on account of holidays. "I think about it. Thank you for the invitation. I wish "- said the prime minister. Speaking of Phanagoria, Putin noted the critical importance of this place in Russia. "Fanagoria provides an understanding of how deep the roots of a culture in our country," – he said. Phanagoria – ancient city, founded about 2550 years ago and for unknown reasons, abandoned by people at the end of IX – beginning of X century AD. It is the largest ancient settlement in the territory of Russia. His research began in the late XVIII century, after the accession of Tammany to Russia, and scientific study – in 1936.