Moscow is many-sided and grandiose, each time it turns to the traveler with thousands of different sides. Here, the multicolored domes of Orthodox churches coexist with monumental skyscrapers in the Stalinist Empire style. The rich estates of the aristocratic families of the Russian Empire stand next to trendy restaurants and clubs, the spiers of the glass skyscrapers of the business districts sparkle against the backdrop of the picturesque Kutuzovsky Prospekt.

Moscow has a huge number of cultural objects - more than 400 museums, about a thousand monuments, 130 theaters and dozens of concert halls. Most of the events of the social life of the country, from premieres to international exhibitions, take place in the capital. You need to come to Moscow for a long time to feel the spirit and energy of this dynamic city.

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The most recognizable and visited places in the Russian capital. The red towers of the Kremlin crowned with stars are an established brand, a symbol of Moscow. Since the 12th century, the Kremlin has served as a defensive structure; over the centuries, it has been repeatedly burned and rebuilt. Red Square has repeatedly become the site of important state events. It hosted public meetings, fairs, parades, and various cultural events.

The cathedral was founded by order of Ivan the Terrible as gratitude to the Lord for help in the capture of Kazan. Initially, the building had golden domes and red and white walls. After a fire in the 18th century, as a result of restoration, the temple was decorated in bright colors and now it towers over Red Square like a multi-colored gingerbread. The name was given in honor of the holy fool Basil the Blessed, who collected part of the money for the construction of the temple and transferred it to Ivan the Terrible.

Public space in the historical district of the capital of the same name. Construction was carried out in 2014-2017, after the demolition of the Rossiya Hotel located on this site. There are 4 landscape zones of Russia represented in the park. The total number of trees planted is 752, bushes - about 7 thousand. In different parts of Zaryadye there are zones with an artificial microclimate. In 2018, a concert hall was opened in the park.

The business district of the capital, consisting of modern skyscrapers of futuristic design. The project is unique both for Russia and for the whole of Eastern Europe. The highest tower of the Federation complex reaches a height of 235 meters, other buildings have also been given their own names. Moscow City was nicknamed "Moscow Manhattan", the quarter was conceived as the Russian analogue of the London and New York business districts.

The Cathedral of Moscow, where the Patriarch conducts divine services. The temple was built in honor of the victory in the Patriotic War of 1812 according to the design of Konstantin Ton, the work lasted more than forty years. During Soviet times, the building was blown up, and the Palace of Soviets appeared in its place, and later, the Moskva pool. The cathedral was rebuilt in 1994-1997. and now has the maximum external resemblance to the original.

The oldest convent in the capital. According to legend, it stands on the spot where, during the reign of the Golden Horde, girls were selected to be sent into slavery. The monastery was founded in 1524 by Vasily III. Subsequently, many royal persons, as well as girls from princely and boyar families, took the tonsure in the monastery. Many came here against their will. In architectural terms, the monastery is a real fortress with powerful walls.

Temple of the 16th century on the banks of the Moskva River in the territory of the park complex in Kolomenskoye. Presumably, the Italian architect Petrok Maly took part in the construction of the building. The church is one of the first samples of stone hipped temples in Rus'. The structure was built in the form of an equal-ended cross with a 62-meter bell tower. The architecture of the temple is considered unique.

The main Catholic cathedral in Moscow, built in the Neo-Gothic style at the expense of the Polish community. The main buildings were erected at the beginning of the 20th century according to the project of F. O. Bogdanovich-Dvorzhetsky. The cathedral is a typical example of the architecture of Catholic churches - lancet arches, figured towers directed upwards, colored stained-glass windows. Organ music concerts and other cultural events are constantly held in the temple.

The palace and park ensemble, covering an area of ​​more than 100 hectares, is located in the south of the capital. All buildings were created in the 18th century in the pseudo-Gothic or Russian Gothic architectural style. Previously, the ensemble served as the royal residence. Today, the park houses exhibitions, museums, concert halls, greenhouses. Thanks to the beautiful landscape, the Tsaritsyno ensemble has become a popular place for wedding photo shoots.

The wooden palace in Kolomenskoye Park, which belonged to Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. It opened to the public in 2010. The building was founded in the 17th century, its appearance was conceived in such a way as to emphasize the power of the Russian state and the greatness of the tsar. The interior decoration was opulent and luxurious. Under Catherine II, the palace was dismantled, but its detailed drawings were previously made. According to these drawings, the complex was completely restored later.

An attraction of the New Age in the spirit of Russian architecture of the 17th century, a stylized residence of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. The ensemble was built according to old sketches and drawings. The Kremlin appeared in 2007 near Partizanskaya metro station. There are craft shops, museums, taverns, a church on the territory. The Kremlin was designed by A.F. Ushakov as an attraction to attract tourists.

The mansion of the XVIII century, which belonged to the count family of Sheremetevs. The magnificent estate, surrounded by a landscaped park, was used for magnificent receptions, balls, festivities and theatrical performances. The museum on the territory of the complex exhibits one of the world's largest collections of ceramics. Exhibitions, concerts, festivities in old Russian traditions are constantly held in Kuskovo.

An architectural monument of the 17th century in the Tagansky district of the capital. Since 1991, it has been serving as a patriarchal residence. The Department for Youth Affairs of the Russian Orthodox Church is also located here. The history of the place began in the 13th century. At first, a monastery was located here, and then the residence of higher clergy. Krutitsy Compound is a place where you can imagine what Moscow looked like in past centuries.

The main opera stage of the country and one of the best theaters in the world. The theater was built in 1825, but in 1853 the building burned down. Three years later, the Bolshoi was rebuilt. Large-scale reconstructions were carried out in 1886-1893, in 1958 and in 2005-2011. The monumental building of the theater is decorated with massive columns, the interior decoration is striking in luxury. The crystal chandelier in the main auditorium deserves special attention.

An art museum with a rich collection, founded by the merchant family Tretyakov. In 1861, in his will, Pavel Tretyakov transferred the family gallery to the city and determined the amount of money for its maintenance. In 1893, the museum officially opened to the public. The Tretyakov Gallery is the largest (more than 180 thousand exhibits) collection of Russian painting, engraving, icon painting.

They are located in the same building on the territory of the Moscow Kremlin. The Armory has been functioning as a museum since 1806. Here are stored art and artifacts, both made in local workshops and donated by embassies of other countries. The Diamond Fund is an impressive exhibition of masterpieces of jewelry art. The best examples of the collection date back to the 18th-20th centuries. In addition, the exposition presents precious stones and nuggets with a rich history.

It is located on Red Square and is one of the main metropolitan museums. Collections covering all eras in Russian history from ancient times to the 20th century are exhibited in countless halls. Extensive expositions relating to the history of other states are also presented. The museum was founded by order of Alexander II in 1872. In 1990, the building was included in the UNESCO heritage list along with Red Square.

The circus was built in 1880 with the money of the merchant Danilov. From the very opening, the administration tried to invite only the best teams and attract more visitors to the performances. In 1996, in honor of the 75th artist Yu. Nikulin, the circus was given the name "Moscow Nikulin Circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard." The auditorium is designed for 2000 people, modern equipment is used during performances.

The museum gallery was opened in 1913, the basis of the collection was exhibits from the collection of the Cabinet of Fine Arts and Antiquities of Moscow University. Later, original samples of the culture of Ancient Egypt were acquired. During the 20th century, the museum developed and expanded, and now it contains about 700 exhibits. Various exhibitions of world-famous authors are constantly held in the halls.

Museum of the Cold War, located at a depth of 65 meters underground. The bunker was built in the middle of the 20th century, it was conceived as a completely autonomous shelter in case of a sudden nuclear strike. A supply of water and food was stored here for a long time. The entrance to the museum is a one and a half ton door, behind which a long staircase begins. Visitors can explore the interior of the bunker during a guided tour and watch a film about the Cold War.

Park complex with memorials dedicated to the Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945. Before construction began in 1987, the hill on Poklonnaya Gora was partially demolished. The park officially opened in 1995. The central monument is an obelisk crowned with a statue of the goddess Nike, 141.8 meters high. In 2009-2010 the Eternal Flame burned here, transferred for the period of reconstruction from the Alexander Garden.

Sparrow Hills are considered the main observation deck of Moscow, from where you can see the valley of the Moskva River, Luzhniki, Stalinist skyscrapers and skyscrapers of Moscow City. Nearby is the building of Moscow State University. The park zone of Sparrow Hills is a great place for walking, cycling and rollerblading, jogging. Moscow bikers have been gathering near the observation deck for many years.

Opened in the 50s of the last century, it was rebuilt many times. The area exceeds 180 hectares. Hosted some events of the 1980 Olympics. In the 90s, it turned into a huge clothing market, which was liquidated by 2003. Now the complex consists of dozens of objects, including a sports arena for 78,000 seats, football fields, tennis courts, swimming pools and a golf academy. The final match of the 2018 FIFA World Cup was played at Luzhniki Stadium.

The largest subway in the territory of the former USSR. The first line was launched in 1935, it connected Sokolniki and Park Kultury. Currently, 15 lines have been laid with a length of almost 400 km. Of the 230 active stations, 48 ​​are recognized as objects of the cultural heritage of Russia. The design of some metro halls resembles museums; there are guided tours, including night ones.

One of the oldest in Europe, it has been welcoming visitors since 1864. Currently, the zoo contains about 6 thousand individuals. They represent over a thousand animal species. The area is divided into themes. There are both open expositions and enclosures, as well as closed ones. Anyone can arrange guardianship of the animal they like, finance its maintenance and receive a number of privileges. The living symbol of the zoo is Samson the giraffe.

A large park area in the North-East of the capital with numerous exhibition pavilions, well-groomed alleys, fountains, cafes, concert venues. VDNKh is one of the most popular weekend getaways for citizens. Here you can visit the aquarium, the historical pavilion, innovative exhibitions, farmers' markets, a theater and even a "port" with a pool and a beach. There are many cyclists, roller skaters and other athletes at VDNKh.

The TV tower is another important symbol of the capital. The tower provides TV broadcasting to the whole of Russia, TV studios and offices of the main channels are located here. The building reaches a height of 540 meters. The Ostankino Tower was built in the period 1963-1967, at that time it was considered the tallest building in Europe. For visitors, there are special excursions to the tower with a visit to the observation deck.

Arched gates on Kutuzovsky Prospekt, erected in honor of the victory in the Patriotic War of 1812. The structure was built according to the design of the architect Beauvais in 1829-1834, later in 1936 the arch was dismantled. The reconstructed gate reappeared on the avenue only in 1968. The inscription on the upper part of the old structure glorified the deeds of Alexander I in Russian and Latin, the new inscription immortalized the feat of Russian soldiers in 1812.

Seven high-rise buildings built in the pompous "Stalinist Empire" style in the middle of the 20th century. These unique buildings, as planned by the leader, were supposed to symbolize the power and greatness of Moscow and the entire USSR. The buildings house the University of Moscow State University, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, hotels, residential apartments. In Soviet times, housing in these elite houses was distributed only to prominent scientists and statesmen.

It is located on Red Square and is one of its main attractions. The history of the building began in the 19th century with the opening of shopping arcades. Over the course of the 20th century, GUM gradually became the main and most coveted store in the country - all business travelers tend to get into it in order to purchase scarce goods. Nowadays, GUM is a territory of expensive boutiques, historical shops and author's showrooms.

The famous walking boulevard of the capital, where, surrounded by charming Moscow mansions of previous centuries, street performers perform and artists draw portraits. A large number of souvenir shops, restaurants and small interesting museums are concentrated on the Arbat. The street is included in the mandatory visiting program for foreign tourists, so here they can be seen in considerable numbers.

A small park in the city center, a popular place for walking among locals. The garden was founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist Y. Shchukin at the end of the 19th century. The last major renovation took place in the late 1990s. XX century. The park has three theaters and an open stage for summer concerts. In the warm season, festivals and various events are often held here, attracting many visitors.

A large area of ​​arts, located on the Crimean embankment. The art zone includes outdoor exhibitions, landscaped gardens, fountains, contemporary art objects and numerous walking paths. Krymskaya Embankment itself is a picturesque pedestrian area on the banks of the Moskva River, a cozy and romantic place that quickly gained popularity among tourists and Muscovites themselves.

Numerous art workshops, galleries, design studios, exhibition halls occupying the former building of the Krasny Oktyabr confectionery factory. This is a kind of bohemian center of the capital, where events are constantly taking place with the participation of the fashionable public and famous people. The red brick factory building itself is a classic example of industrial architecture of the early 20th century.

The park is located on the embankment of the Moscow River. In recent years, the place has changed and has become a point of attraction for the advanced public. Ecological events, vegetarian festivals, skateboarding competitions and other events are constantly organized here. The park often becomes a venue for large-scale city holidays. In winter, a skating rink has been operating on the territory for several years.

For whatever purpose we come to Moscow, we will definitely spend some time exploring interesting places in the capital. What to see in Moscow first of all? Difficult question, but let's try to answer it. So, we offer a list, photos, descriptions and ratings of the best attractions in the capital that cannot be missed.

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Being in Moscow, one cannot help but visit the Kremlin - this is the "heart of the capital". Moreover, the tickets that you purchase will allow you to see a lot. True, after the Soviet period, out of 50 historical buildings, only half remained here. You will enter the territory of the Kremlin through the Kutafya tower. Inspect the cathedrals, which are the "pearls" of Russian architecture - Uspensky, Annunciation and Arkhangelsk, admire the bell tower of Ivan the Great.

You can also take pictures with the Tsar Cannon and the Tsar Bell. Next to the relatively modern building of the State Kremlin Palace (1961) is the Senate, where the first persons of the USSR worked. The Faceted and Armory Chambers will attract attention (the latter also houses the Diamond Fund). Falcons and hawks live in the Tainitsky Garden, which were brought in to chase pigeons from the territory of the Kremlin.

Red Square

One of the oldest and certainly the most famous square in our country. Once it was wooden, and since this area of ​​Moscow often burned, the square was called another name - “Fire”. Only in the 19th century it was paved with stone. Walking along the cobblestones of Red Square is already touching history. There is also the Historical Museum and the beautiful St. Basil's Cathedral, named after the famous holy fool who lived during the time of Ivan the Terrible. Basil was never afraid to tell the king the truth. By the way, the official name of the temple is different - Intercession on the Moat.

Opposite the Kremlin is GUM - the main department store, located on the site of the old Upper Trading Rows. Optionally, you can see the mausoleum of V.I. Lenin - in the Soviet years it was a real place of pilgrimage. And of course, you will want to take a picture next to the famous monument to Minin and Pozharsky. It should be remembered that only amateur cameras are allowed on Red Square. With professional photographic equipment, you will need to obtain a special permit.

Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets

Without walking along these most famous streets, it is difficult to fully feel that you have been in the capital. Where Tverskaya Street is now located, in the 14th century. ran the way from the Kremlin to Tver, hence the name. Later, Tverskaya became the most "popular" street in the capital, and it was almost impossible for mere mortals to settle on it. The houses of the richest residents and persons close to the court were located here. There were only 5 churches here.

Unfortunately, during the Soviet period, many historically significant buildings were demolished. But even today you will see the exhibition hall "New Manege", the Yermolova Theater, the Chekhov Theater, the monument to Yuri Dolgoruky on Tverskaya Square and the building of the Moscow City Hall. In addition, there are memorial plaques on almost every house here. The most famous poets, writers, artists, statesmen lived and worked on Tverskaya.

Someone still perceives the Arbat as a kind of market where you can buy souvenirs. Therefore, it will be even better if you find yourself here with a modest amount in your pocket and do not pay attention exclusively to outlets. Here you can wander around, looking at every house (the street is pedestrian, there is no transport here). There are many artists here, they draw and sell their paintings, and there are also a lot of souvenirs, but the main thing is that the Arbat is a living history.

Representatives of such famous noble families as Sheremetevs and Golitsyns lived here, this street remembers Alexander Pushkin, Leo Tolstoy, Konstantin Balmont, Marina Tsvetaeva, Andrei Bely. In one of the Arbat lanes there is a house where Bulat Okudzhava grew up, and now there is a monument to the bard on the Arbat. And the fans freeze for a long time at the Wall of Tsoi, covered with quotes from his songs.

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

In this main temple of Russia, the Patriarch himself leads the services on holidays. Bishops' cathedrals also gather here. But guests of Moscow can also visit the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. It is recommended to come here as part of an excursion to learn more interesting facts. It is called the "temple-monument", "temple-martyr" ... it was originally built at the end of the 19th century. in honor of the heroes of the Patriotic War of 1812, designed by Konstantin Ton. Its construction took almost 50 years.

Under Stalin, the temple was blown up, it had to give way to the Court of Soviets, but the Great Patriotic War prevented this project from being realized. In subsequent years, the Moskva pool was located here. In the early 90s of the last century, the temple was decided to be restored. The final stage of the work was led by Zurab Tsereteli. As a result, the temple differs in many ways from its predecessor.

Monasteries: Novodevichy, Donskoy, Novospassky

The Novodevichy Convent was founded in the 16th century. Grand Duke Vasily III, after Smolensk returned to the Moscow principality. Its name is probably due to the fact that the monastery was intended for girls, and since there was already an older monastery in the capital, the prefix “new” appeared. Girls and women from noble families, including the royal family, found shelter here. During the war of 1812 the monastery miraculously was not blown up. During the years of Soviet power, Novodevichy was naturally closed.

Today it exists as part of the Historical Museum, and services are held there at the same time. Rare icons and books are stored here, starting from the 16th century. Of particular interest is the cemetery at the monastery, where Gogol, Chekhov and other famous people are buried.

Donskoy Monastery. According to legend, in 1591 the icon of the Don Mother of God saved Moscow from the troops of Khan Kazy Giray. In honor of the miraculous image, the monastery was founded. Its architectural structures were erected under Princess Sophia, Peter the Great and other rulers. After the revolution, the Museum of Architecture was located here. The monks came here again in 1991. In 1992, the tomb of Patriarch Tikhon was found here.

Famous military men, writers, representatives of noble families lie in the cemetery at the monastery. The Novospassky Monastery was founded in the middle of the 15th century. It protected the city from the south-east with its powerful walls: at first wooden, and starting from the 17th century. - stone. Notable boyars, including those from the Romanov family, were buried in the cemetery at the monastery. In the 90s, their tomb was restored.

Estates: Tsaritsyno, Kuskovo, Arkhangelskoye, Ostankino

Tsaritsyno is a palace and park ensemble in pseudo-Gothic style, which was founded at the end of the 18th century. by order of Catherine P. 2 famous architects worked on its creation: Bazhenov and Kazakov. Now here - a museum-reserve. Kuskovo is the former possession of the Sheremetevs. To visit it, you need to go to the south of Moscow. Several buildings of the 18th century have been preserved here, including the palace, where there are many elements of the interior of the past and paintings by domestic and foreign masters.

Arkhangelsk is also a palace and park ensemble. It is very pleasant to walk here, so it is better to come in the morning - and for the whole day, so that you can take your time to explore 3 parks: Italian, French and English. Pay attention to the palace itself, the temple-tomb of the Yusupovs, the temple of Michael the Archangel, built back in the 17th century, and the so-called Tower of the Old Witch.

Ostankino is a magnificent ensemble of the 18th century. It was built according to the plan of Count Nikolai Sheremetev. The palace became his summer residence, and the theater was the center of the ensemble. Famous architects worked on the creation of Ostankino, and eminent gardeners laid out and cared for the park. Here is the famous ancient temple of the Life-Giving Trinity.

Museums

The Tretyakov Gallery - the world famous museum was opened in the middle of the 19th century. entrepreneur and philanthropist Pavel Tretyakov. First, he began to collect a collection of paintings, and then donated it to Moscow. Today, here you can see the rarest icons, paintings and sculptures by great masters. The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts was opened in 1912. Works of foreign masters of art are collected here, from ancient times to the present day. The complex includes about 3 dozen buildings and structures, and its collection includes about 700 thousand exhibits.

Historical Museum - founded by order of the emperor at the end of the 19th century. A special building was built for him on Red Square - an unprecedented case. By the early 2000s, after restoration, the museum acquired its original appearance. It stores over 5 million exhibits that tell about the history of our country from ancient times to the beginning of the 20th century. The Museum of Cosmonautics was opened in 1981 in honor of the conquerors of space. Here are stored original documents, photographs, films telling about the exploration of outer space, things of astronauts. And also - works of art dedicated to this topic. In recent years, interactive exhibits have been added.

Zoo and Planetarium

The excursions that we will talk about now will please, first of all, children, but will also be interesting for adults. The Moscow Zoo was opened in 1864 and was first located on the Presnensky Ponds, where Muscovites liked to walk. Initially, about 300 animals were housed in it. In the early 90s of the last century, the state of the zoo could be called emergency.

After reconstruction, it opened in 1997 - in the year of the 850th anniversary of Moscow. Today it is a beautiful modern zoo, where animals from all over the world are kept. If you wish, you can become the guardian of one of them, which will be indicated by a special sign at the aviary. The zoo hosts various educational programs.

Planetarium - is one of the largest in the world, and in our country is the oldest. Built in 1929. Created to popularize knowledge. Here you can observe various space objects, listen to lectures, watch films in a 4-D cinema, visit museums, buy souvenirs and even taste the “cosmonaut food”. The Great Moscow Circus is indeed the largest circus in Europe. Over 3,000 people can fit here at the same time. Opened in spring 1971.

Today there are several arenas here - equestrian, water, ice and others, which can quickly replace each other. More than 100 programs are presented on the arena of the Moscow circus, artists of all genres perform before the audience. The circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard, the oldest circus in Moscow and all of Russia, now bears the name of the clown Yuri Nikulin. Spectators entered it for the first time in the autumn of 1880. At first, there were only a few rows of seats. Over time, the circus was completed and expanded. Famous domestic and foreign artists performed in it - the Durovs, Trutsii, Kio and others. 15 years - until 1997 - the circus was headed by Yuri Nikulin.

Grand Theatre

The Bolshoi Theater in Moscow began to be built at the end of the 18th century. Three times it was erected, and all 3 times the building was destroyed by fire. It was only in 1856 that the theater that we see today was built. The project belonged to the architect Albert Cavos, the famous Peter Klodt also took part in the creation. During the Great Patriotic War, a bomb hit the Bolshoi Theater, fortunately, the building was not irreparably damaged. In the period 2005-2011. The theater was undergoing renovations.

They tried to give him the look that he had before the revolution. The best artists of both Russia and other countries of the world have performed and are performing on the stage of the Bolshoi. In total, more than 800 works were shown here. And for the third century now, at the entrance to the Bolshoi Theater, the phrase has been heard: “Is there an extra ticket?”

Poklonnaya Hill and Victory Park

Poklonnaya Hill once looked like a real mountain, climbing which, you could take a look at Moscow. Our ancestors did just that, they bowed from here to the “white stone”. Napoleon, who dreamed of conquering Russia, looked at burning Moscow from Poklonnaya Hill. And from here, our troops went to the front during the Great Patriotic War. Today, when multi-storey buildings have grown in the capital, there is no great view from Poklonnaya Gora. But the Victory Park is perfectly visible from here. The idea of ​​creating a park was born in 1958. Residents of the whole country made feasible sums for its construction.

Everyone wanted to take a material part - as a result, millions gathered. The opening of the park was timed to coincide with the 50th Victory Day. There are many symbolic buildings here. The height of the Victory Monument is 141.8 m. - for our people, the war was exactly “1418 fiery days and nights”. There is also the Museum of the Great Patriotic War. And also erected - an Orthodox church in honor of George the Victorious - the heavenly patron of warriors, memorial: a mosque, a synagogue and a Catholic chapel. After all, people of different faiths fought for the Victory at the fronts and in the rear. The fountains of the park at night have a red backlight.

Gorky Park

Gorky Park was a favorite vacation spot for citizens back in the 30s of the last century. It resembled a kind of "state within a state." In addition to attractions and other entertainment, it had its own post office and savings bank, a first-aid post and a police station. Today, Gorky Park has acquired a modern look. Of course, there are cafes and eateries, there is a wooden deck on the beach - by the way, the Internet works in this area.

In the park you can rent a bike, learn yoga, dance or fitness for free - instructors give lessons to everyone. And it’s also nice to sit on the grass here, take a walk along the paths ... The love of the inhabitants of the capital for the park has remained unchanged.

VDNH

VDNKh - exhibition of achievements of the national economy. Today it is the largest complex that performs entertainment and educational functions. In the Soviet years, the exhibition was intended to demonstrate the successes of socialism, although citizens came here sooner to at least look at the abundance, which in reality did not exist.

During the years of perestroika - and the subsequent 90s - the exhibition turned, in fact, into a huge market. Today, VDNKh has blossomed again, and thousands of people come here every day to visit the trade pavilions, view expositions, ride attractions, and attend literary events. The pride of VDNKh is a huge oceanarium, an interactive museum of cosmonautics, and in winter there is also a skating rink.

"Worker and Collective Farm Girl"

The monument, designed by V.I. Mukhina, represented the USSR at the 1937 exhibition held in Paris. Raising high the tools of labor - the hammer and sickle - the young man and the girl personified the power of the working people. Ten years later, "Worker and Collective Farm Girl" became the symbol of the Mosfilm film studio. In 2003-2009 reconstruction was carried out. The monument was solemnly reopened on December 4, 2009. There is a museum on the pedestal dedicated to the history of sculpture and interesting facts related to it.

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We present the most beautiful places of our country, which should be seen not only by every photographer and traveler, but also by every inhabitant of our vast Russia. Read our material and you will see: we all have something to be proud of!

Natural parks, reserves

Lena Pillars, Yakutia

The Lena Pillars is a natural park in Russia, located on the banks of the Lena River in the Khangalassky ulus of Yakutia, 104 km from the city of Pokrovsk. The complex of vertically elongated rocks stretching for many kilometers, bizarrely piled up along the banks of the Lena, a deep valley cutting through the Prilenskoe plateau, never ceases to attract photographers and travelers. The pillars reach the highest density between the villages of Petrovskoye and Tit-Ary.

The height of the rock formations reaches 100 meters. Scientists believe that the formation of rocks began 560-540 million years ago, and the formation of the Lena Pillars as a form of relief - about 400 thousand years ago.

The Lena Pillars Nature Park was organized on the basis of Decree of the President of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) dated August 16, 1994 No. 837 and government decree dated February 10, 1995 and is subordinate to the regional Ministry of Nature Protection. The area of ​​the park is 485 thousand hectares, the park consists of two branches - "Pillars" and "Sinsky".

Valley of Geysers, Kamchatka

The Valley of Geysers, one of the largest geyser fields in the world and the only one in Eurasia, is located in Kamchatka in the Kronotsky State Biosphere Reserve, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the Volcanoes of Kamchatka natural complex.

The valley is a deep canyon of the Geysernaya River, on the sides of which, on an area of ​​​​about 6 square meters. km there are numerous outlets of geysers, hot springs, mud pots, thermal sites, waterfalls and lakes. On this territory, there is an abnormally high biodiversity and a high contrast of natural conditions and microclimate. The ecosystem of the Valley of Geysers is unique for the whole country. The reserve regime operates on the territory of the valley.

Since 1992, helicopter excursions have been organized here, under an agreement with the reserve, there is a strict system of rules for organizing excursions in order to maintain the balance of the ecosystem. In 2008, according to the voting results, the Valley of Geysers was included in the list of seven wonders of Russia.

Weathering pillars, Komi Republic

Pillars of weathering (Mansi blockheads) is a geological monument located in the Troitsko-Pechora region of the Komi Republic on the territory of the Pechoro-Ilychsky reserve on Mount Man-Pupu-ner (“Small mountain of idols” translated from the Mansi language), in the interfluve of the Ichotlyaga and Pechora rivers . There are many legends associated with this extraordinary place. Pillars are considered one of the seven wonders of Russia.

Weathering Pillars are located quite far from inhabited places. Getting to them is already a feat in a sense. For this, by the way, you need to get a pass from the administration of the reserve. From the side of the Sverdlovsk region and the Perm Territory there is a walking route, from the side of the Komi Republic - automobile, water and foot routes.

About 200 million years ago, there were high mountains in the place of stone pillars. Rain, snow, wind, frost and heat gradually destroyed the mountains, and first of all the weak rocks. Hard sericite-quartzite shales were less destroyed and survived to this day, while soft rocks were destroyed by weathering and carried by water and wind into relief depressions.

One pillar, 34 m high, stands somewhat apart from the others. Six others lined up at the edge of the cliff. The pillars have bizarre outlines and, depending on the place of inspection, either resemble the figure of a huge man, or the head of a horse or a ram. Indeed, this place is ideal for a photographer's fantasy! In the past, the Mansi deified the grandiose stone sculptures, worshiped them, but climbing the Manpupuner was considered the greatest sin.

Curonian Spit, Kaliningrad Region

The Curonian Spit is a sandy spit located on the coast of the Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon. It is a narrow and long strip of saber-shaped land separating the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea and stretching from the city of Zelenogradsk in the Kaliningrad region to the city of Klaipeda (Smiltyne) (Lithuania). The name of the spit comes from the name of the ancient tribes of the Curonians, who lived here before the colonization of Prussia by the Germans.

Length - 98 kilometers, width ranges from 400 meters (near the village of Lesnoy) to 3.8 kilometers (near Cape Bulviko, just north of Nida).

The Curonian Spit is a unique natural and anthropogenic landscape and a territory of exceptional aesthetic significance: the Curonian Spit is the largest sand body, which, along with the Hel and Vistula, is part of the Baltic sand spits complex, which has no analogues in the world. The high level of biological diversity due to the combination of different landscapes - from desert (dunes) to tundra (raised swamp) - gives an idea of ​​important and long-term ecological and biological processes in evolution.

The most significant element of the relief of the spit is a continuous strip of white sand dunes 0.3 - 1 km wide, partly approaching the highest in the world (up to 68 m). Due to its geographic location and northeast-southwest orientation, it serves as a corridor for migratory birds of many species flying from the northwestern regions of Russia, Finland and the Baltic countries to the countries of Central and Southern Europe. Every year, in spring and autumn, 10 to 20 million birds fly over the spit, most of which stop here for rest and feeding.

Favorable climatic conditions allow you to relax on the Curonian Spit from May to November. In 2000, the Curonian Spit was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Nature reserve "Stolby". Krasnoyarsk region

The reserve is located on the northwestern spurs of the Eastern Sayan, bordering on the Central Siberian Plateau. The natural boundaries of the protected area are the right tributaries of the river. Yenisei: in the northeast - the Bazaikha river, in the south and southwest - the Mana and Bolshaya Slizneva rivers. From the northeast, the territory borders on the city of Krasnoyarsk, the border of the reserve can be reached by bus. The reserve was founded in 1925 on the initiative of the city residents to preserve natural complexes around the picturesque syenite remnants - "pillars". At present, its area is 47,219 hectares. Submitted to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

lakes

Lake Baikal, Eastern Siberia

It is unlikely that Baikal needs any descriptions, but still ... Baikal is the deepest lake on the planet, the largest natural reservoir of fresh water. The lake and coastal areas are distinguished by a unique diversity of flora and fauna. Locals and many in Russia traditionally call Baikal the sea.

The value of the maximum depth of the lake - 1642 m - was established in 1983 by L. G. Kolotilo and A. I. Sulimov during hydrographic work. The average depth of the lake is also very high - 744.4 m. In addition to Baikal, only two lakes on Earth have a depth of more than 1000 meters: Tanganyika (1470 m) and the Caspian Sea (1025 m). One of the visiting cards of Russia, a place that you need to see with your own eyes at least once in your life!

Lake Seliger, Tver and Novgorod regions

Another place that needs no introduction. By the way, Seliger has another name - Ostashkovskoye Lake, after the name of the city of Ostashkov standing on the lake shore. The area of ​​the lake is 260 sq. km, including about 38 sq. km. km falls on the islands (there are more than 160 of them on Seliger). The largest among them is the island of Khachin. The area of ​​the entire pool is 2275 sq. km.

Seliger receives 110 tributaries. The largest are the rivers Krapivenka, Soroga and Seremukha. Only one river Selizharovka flows from it. The lake lies at an altitude of 205 meters above sea level and is of glacial origin. This explains its peculiar shape - it is not a lake in the usual sense, but rather a chain of lakes stretching from north to south for 100 km and interconnected by short narrow channels. The coastline with a length of more than 500 km is notable for its indentation - capes overgrown with forests, deep picturesque bays protruding into the land, various in shape of the island.

The water in Seliger is clear, transparency reaches 5 meters. On the shores of the southern part of Lake Seliger are the city of Ostashkov and the estate "New Yeltsy".

Lake Kezenoy-am, Chechen Republic

Kezenoy-am is a lake on the border of the Vedeno region of the Chechen Republic and the Botlikh region of Dagestan. This is the largest and deepest lake in the North Caucasus, located at an altitude of more than 1800 meters above sea level. The surface of the lake is 2.4 sq. km.

The depth of the lake reaches 74 m. The length of the lake from north to south is 2 kilometers, and from west to east - 2.7 kilometers. The maximum width is 735 meters. The length of the coastline is 10 kilometers.

Lake Baskunchak

Akhtubinsky district, Astrakhan region

Baskunchak is a salt lake with an area of ​​about 115 sq. km in the Akhtubinsky district of the Astrakhan region, about 270 km north of the Caspian Sea, and 53 km east of the Volga. Lake Baskunchak is part of a unique natural complex, which includes Mount Bolshoye Bogdo. In 1997, the Bogdinsko-Baskunchaksky natural complex was declared a reserve (Bogdinsko-Baskunchaksky Reserve), where a special environmental regime was established on an area of ​​53.7 thousand hectares.

On the coast of the lake there are deposits of medicinal clays. In June-August, tourists come to the lake to swim in brine and take mud baths. There is no need to talk about the beauty of these places. There are no less photographers than those wishing to improve their health.

Jack London Lake, Magadan Region

Located in the upper reaches of the Kolyma River in the Yagodninsky district of the Magadan region, lies among the mountains, at an altitude of 803 meters, the length of the lake in the north-west direction is 10 kilometers, the depth is 50 meters.

There are many small lakes around Jack London Lake. The most prominent in size are the lakes Mechta, Anemone, Gray Gull, Invisible, Neighboring, Kudinovskie lakes. One of the most beautiful and exotic lakes in the Far East. Old-timers say that the lake got its name thanks to an unusual find made by the “discoverers”. When the lake was discovered, on the shore, the researchers found Jack London's book "Martin Eden".

Lake Elton, Volgograd region

Elton is a salty drainless self-sustaining lake in the Pallasovsky district of the Volgograd region, located near the border with Kazakhstan. It is considered the largest mineral lake in Europe and one of the most mineralized in the world. They say that the name of the lake comes from the Mongolian word "Altyn-Nor" - "gold mine".

The area of ​​the lake is 152 sq. km. Until 1882, salt was mined on the Elton, in 1910 the medical sanatorium "Elton" was founded on its shore (moved to a new location in 1945). In 2001, the lake and the surrounding areas of virgin steppes (106 thousand hectares) became part of the State Institution "Natural Park" Elton "".

Blue Lakes. Cherek-Balkar Gorge, Kabardino-Balkaria

A group of five karst lakes in the Cherek region of Kabardino-Balkaria is located at the foot of a rocky ridge, from where the Cherek-Balkar gorge begins. Located at the entrance to the gorge, Blue Lake is a unique natural phenomenon, interesting not only for Kabardino-Balkaria, but also on a national scale. Lower Blue Lake has several names: Chirik-kel (balk.) - rotten (stinking) lake; Sherej-ana (kab.) - mother of Cherek; Psykhurei (kab.) - round water (lake), natural artesian well.

The uniqueness of the Lower Blue Lake lies in the fact that with a relatively small surface (only 235 × 130 m), its depth reaches 258 meters. The water temperature on the surface in winter and summer is about +9 degrees. Not a single stream or river flows into the lake, but about 70 million liters flow out daily. At the same time, the level of the lake is unchanged, which is explained by powerful underwater sources. The blue color of the water is due to the presence of hydrogen sulfide and the refraction of light rays in a deep pool.

The nature here is quite picturesque: green hills, dense beech forests on steep slopes, and in the distance, in a blue haze, peaks sparkling in the sun. Closer to Babugent, the greenery becomes brighter, juicier. Near the village of Babugent there is a fork in the road. At the beginning of the road to the lake, there is a cave in the rock, in which traces of an ancient site of the 5th-10th centuries AD were found. Now many bats settle there, and sometimes, in bad weather, shepherds with flocks of sheep hide.

Seydozero, Kola Peninsula, Murmansk region

Lake in the Lovozero tundra on the Kola Peninsula. "Seid" in translation from the Sami language means "sacred". The lake is located at an altitude of 189 m above sea level. The length of Seydozero is 8 km, the width is from 1.5 to 2.5 km.

According to a number of science fiction writers and ufologists, one of the alleged places of existence of the Hyperborean civilization. Seekers of the unknown have been exploring these places since 1922.

Lake (reservoir) Zyuratkul. Chelyabinsk region

Zyuratkul is located in the Satkinsky district of the Chelyabinsk region on the territory of the national park of the same name. One of the highest (724 m above sea level) reservoirs of the Southern Urals. The reservoir is surrounded by mountain ranges covered with dark coniferous forests. To the southwest is the Nurgush ridge - the highest ridge in the Chelyabinsk region. The main river that feeds the reservoir is the Bolshoi Kyl. Near the source of the Satka River and the dam is the small village of Zyuratkul, connected by bus with the city of Satka.

Previously, Zyuratkul was a natural lake. Now - a reservoir formed by a dam built on the Big Satka. A giant geoglyph was found near the lake. About forty stone tools made of quartzite were also found. The stone chipping technique makes it possible to date the tools to the Neolithic and Eneolithic (VI-III millennium BC). Researchers are still inclined towards the Copper-Stone Age (IV-III millennium BC). It is noted that at that time there were practically no forests in the Southern Urals (they appeared only 2,500 years ago), so the figure was easy to build and then view from a neighboring ridge until it was covered with a layer of soil.

Until the winter of 2012, another popular attraction was located on the shores of Lake Zyuratkul - Kitova Pier, which was also called the "Ural Disneyland". But in the fall of 2012, by a court decision, it was demolished.

Mountains and volcanoes

Elbrus, Kabardino-Balkaria

Elbrus is a stratovolcano located on the border of the republics of Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia. Elbrus is located north of the Greater Caucasus Range and is the highest peak in Russia. Considering that the border between Europe and Asia is ambiguous, often Elbrus is also called the highest European mountain peak, thereby referring it to the list of "Seven Peaks".

The height of the western peak is 5642 m, the eastern one is 5621 m. The gorges of Adylsu, Shkhelda, Adyrsu, Donguz-Orun and Ushba massifs are very popular among climbers and mountain tourists. Elbrus is the most popular ski resort in Russia. The total area of ​​Elbrus glaciers is 134.5 sq. km. The most famous of them are: Big and Small Azau, Terskol.

Altai mountains

The Altai Mountains represent a complex system of the highest ranges in Siberia, separated by deep river valleys and vast intramountain and intermountain basins. The mountain system at the junction of the borders of Russia, Mongolia, China and Kazakhstan. It is divided into Southern Altai (Southwestern), Southeastern Altai and Eastern Altai, Central Altai, Northern and Northeastern Altai, Northwestern Altai.

The Altai, Katunsky nature reserves and the Ukok plateau together form the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Altai - Golden Mountains". Thousands of tourists come to Altai. This is a favorite place for photo tours and independent trips.

Plateau "Divnogorie", Liskinsky district, Voronezh region

"Divnogorye" - a hill and a museum-reserve in the Liskinsky district of the Voronezh region of Russia. It is located 10 km west of the district center on the right bank of the Don River and 80 km south of Voronezh. The museum was founded here in 1988, and in 1991 it received the status of a museum-reserve. Currently, the museum-reserve is one of the most popular and most recognizable sights of the Voronezh region. Every season, from May to October, it is visited by more than 60 thousand tourists.

The area of ​​the museum-reserve is more than 11 sq. km. The maximum height of the plateau above sea level reaches 181 meters, relative - 103 meters (the mouth of the Quiet Pine River at the confluence with the Don, which flows at the foot of the plateau, is located at an altitude of 78 m above sea level).

Dombay-Ulgen, Karachay-Cherkess Republic

Dombay-Ulgen is the peak of the western part of the Dividing Range of the Greater Caucasus (on the border of Abkhazia and the Karachay-Cherkess Republic). Dombay-Ulgen is the highest peak of Abkhazia, located east of the village of Dombay, has three peaks: western (4036 m), main (4046 m) and eastern (3950 m).

A steep ridge extends from the main peak to the north, ending in a lowering - the "Dombay saddle". From the Dombai saddle, there is a classic route (category 3B) going up, accessible for climbing in one day with a descent to the camp.

Putorana Plateau, Krasnoyarsk Territory

The Putorana Plateau is a mountain range located in the northwest of the Central Siberian Plateau. In the north and west, the plateau breaks off with a steep ledge (800 m or more), while the southern and eastern parts are characterized by gentle slopes. The maximum height of the plateau is 1701 m, among the highest peaks are the Kamen (1701 m), Holokit (1542 m), Kotuyskaya (1510 m) mountains. In the north, the Putorana Plateau borders on the Taimyr Peninsula. The name Putorana, translated from Evenki, means "lakes with steep banks."

The area of ​​the plateau is 250 thousand square kilometers, which is comparable to the territory of Great Britain. On the territory of the plateau is the Putoransky State Natural Reserve, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Marble canyon Ruskeala, Republic of Karelia, Ruskeala village

Mountain Park "Ruskeala" is a tourist complex located in the Sortavalsky district of the Republic of Karelia, near the village of Ruskeala. The main object of the complex is a former marble quarry filled with groundwater.

The quarries, discovered by pastor Alopeus, began to be developed at the beginning of the reign of Catherine II. The first developments were led by Captain Kozhin, who was advised by Italian experts. Today, the length of the quarry from north to south is 460 meters, the width is up to 100 meters. The distance from the highest point of the quarry wall to its bottom is over 50 meters. The transparency of water reaches 15-18 meters.

Ruskeala marble was used in the construction of the most beautiful and significant buildings in St. Petersburg and its palace suburbs. St. Isaac's Cathedral was lined with it, the floors of the Kazan Cathedral were laid out, the window sills of the Hermitage were made, the windows of the Marble Palace and the facade of the Mikhailovsky Castle were framed, as well as the underground halls of the Primorskaya and Ladozhskaya stations of the St. Petersburg metro. In 2010, a significant part of the filming of the film "The Dark World" took place in Ruskeala.

Eastern and Western Sayans. Eastern Siberia

Eastern and Western Sayans - a common name for two mountain systems in southern Siberia. They distinguish the Western Sayan (length 650 km, height up to 3971 m - Mount Mongun-Taiga, which is the top of the ridge of the same name - the highest peak in Eastern Siberia, however, more often this ridge is not classified as Sayan, but is distinguished into a separate mountain system - the mountains of Tuva), consisting from leveled and pointed ridges, on which there is no glaciation, separated by intermountain basins, and the Eastern Sayan (length about 1000 km, height up to 3491 m - Mount Munku-Sardyk) with typical mid-mountain ridges bearing glaciers. The rivers belong to the Yenisei basin. Mountain taiga prevails on the slopes, turning into mountain tundra.

The Western Sayan in the southwestern part borders on Altai. Its main ridge is the Dividing Sayan Range with the highest point - Mount Kyzyl-Taiga (3121 m). The ridges of the Western Sayan are characterized by steep slopes, indented relief, and vast areas of stone placers. The height of the ridges in the west does not exceed 2500-3000 m, in the east it decreases to 2000 m.

The Eastern Sayan stretches almost at right angles to the Western. Its ridges form a system of “white mountains” (Manskoye, Kanskoye) and “squirrels”, which got their name because of the snow on the peaks that does not melt all year round. In the central part, in the upper reaches of the Kazyr and Kizir rivers, several ridges form a "knot" with the highest point - Grandiose Peak (2982 m). In the southeast there are the highest and hardest-to-reach ridges - Big Sayan, Tunkinskiye Goltsy, Kitoyskiye Goltsy, Kropotkin. The highest point of the Eastern Sayan - Munku-Sardyk (3491 m) is located in the ridge of the same name. Between the Sayan ridges there are more than a dozen basins of various sizes and depths, the most famous of which is the Abakan-Minusinsk basin, known for its archaeological sites. It is worth noting a large number of waterfalls.

Almost everywhere in the Sayans, dark coniferous taiga spruce-cedar-fir forests prevail, rising in the western and central parts to altitudes of 1500–1800 m and more; light deciduous-cedar forests form the upper boundary of the forest at altitudes of 2000–2500 m. The fauna is as rich as the flora. The largest city located in the Sayans is Krasnoyarsk.

Mountains of Shikhany. Republic of Bashkortostan

Shikhany - isolated hills in the Bashkir Cis-Urals, consisting of four single mountains: Tratau, Shakhtau, Yuraktau and Kushtau, which form a narrow chain stretched along the Belaya River for 20 km. Shikhany are located near the cities of Sterlitamak and Ishimbay. They are unique monuments of nature - the remains of a barrier reef formed in the warm sea of ​​the early Permian period. The imprints of ancient plants and animals have been preserved in the stones of which these shikhans are made.

The highest shihan is Tratau (or Toratau). Its height is 402 meters above sea level, and its relative height is 280 meters. At its foot, the ruins of a women's prison, one of the islands of the Gulag archipelago, have been preserved. Shikhan Tratau flaunts on the coat of arms of the city of Ishimbay, is a symbol of the Ishimbay region of Bashkiria. In the past, this mountain was considered sacred.

Volcano Krenitsyn. Sakhalin Region, Onekotan Island

An active volcano on the Onekotan Island of the Great Kuril Ridge. The largest two-tiered "volcano within a volcano" in the world is located in the southern part of Onekotan Island. The height of the volcano is 1324 m.

The volcanic cone rises in the form of an island inside Lake Koltsevoe lying at an altitude of 400 m (diameter about 7 km). The lake is surrounded by somma - the walls of the more ancient Tao-Rusyr caldera (heights 540–920 m with a base diameter of 16–17 km).

Only one historical eruption is known, which happened in 1952.

Volcano Tyatya, Kuril Islands

An active volcano on the Kunashir Island of the Great Kuril Ridge, on the territory of the Kuril Reserve. In geographical terms, Tyatya is a stratovolcano of the somma-vesuvius type ("volcano in a volcano"). The height reaches 1819 m (the highest point of Kunashir; in 1977 and subsequent years, the southeastern part of the edge of the summit crater collapsed and most of the material collapsed into the northeastern crater. As a result, the total height of the volcano decreased by about 30-50 meters and is currently probably less than 1800 meters above sea level).

The height of the somma is 1485 m, it has a regular truncated cone with a diameter of 15–18 km at the base and up to 2.5 km at the annular ridge. The foot slopes of the volcano are decorated with coniferous-broad-leaved forests with bamboo and thickets of stone birch and elfin cedar. In the forests at the foot you can often meet a bear. The path to the volcano is difficult, but most tourists get to the volcano from Yuzhno-Kurilsk.

caves

Orda cave, Perm region

Orda Cave is located on the southwestern outskirts of the village of Orda in the Perm Territory, on the left bank of the Kungur River. Consists of "dry" and underwater parts. The length of the dry part is 300 meters, underwater - 4600 meters. To date, the Ordinskaya cave is the longest flooded cave in Russia. In addition, part of the cave is the longest siphon in the CIS - 935 meters.

The cave is ranked 21st among the longest gypsum caves in the world. Famous photographer Viktor Lyagushkin dedicated a whole photo project to Orda Cave.

Kungur cave, Perm region

This is one of the most popular attractions in Siberia and the Urals, a natural monument of all-Russian significance. The cave is located in the Perm Territory, on the right bank of the Sylva River on the outskirts of the city of Kungur in the village of Filippovka, 100 km from Perm.

A unique geological monument - one of the largest karst caves in the European part of Russia, the seventh longest gypsum cave in the world. The length of the cave is about 5700 m, of which 1.5 km is equipped for tourists. The average air temperature in the center of the cave is +5 °C, the relative humidity in the center of the cave is 100%. The Kungur cave contains 58 grottoes, 70 lakes, 146 t. "organ pipes" (the highest - in the Etheric grotto, 22 m) - high shafts, reaching almost to the surface.

Architecture

Leaning tower of Nevyansk. Sverdlovsk region, city of Nevyansk

Not everyone knows that we in Russia have our own kind of Leaning Tower of Pisa - an inclined tower in the center of Nevyansk, built in the first half of the 18th century by order of Akinfiy Demidov.

The height of the tower is 57.5 meters, the base is a square with a side of 9.5 m. The deviation of the tower from the vertical is about 1.85 m, and the greatest slope is observed at the lower tier (3 ° 16 "). The exact date of construction of the tower is unknown, different sources give dates ranging from 1721 to 1745.

The tower is a massive quadrangle with 3 octagonal tiers built on top. Inside the tower is divided into several levels - floors.

The purpose of the first floor is not exactly established. Demidov's office was located on the second floor, and during the Soviet era there was a prison in it. On the third floor there was a laboratory: traces of silver and gold were found in the soot taken from the chimneys of furnaces. According to one version, Demidov minted counterfeit money here. According to another, here Demidov, secretly from the state treasury, smelted silver and gold, which was mined in his mines in Altai.

Even higher is the so-called "auditory room". Its peculiarity is that standing in one corner of the room, you can clearly hear what they say in the opposite corner. The effect observed in the room is associated with the special shape of the ceiling - it is vaulted and at the same time slightly flattened.

On the seventh and eighth floors there are chiming chimes created by the English watchmaker Richard Phelps in 1730. The tower is completed by a roof and a metal spire with a weather vane hoisted on it, made of perforated iron, in which the noble coat of arms of the Demidovs is engraved.

There is a legend saying that the tower tilted due to the flooding of the cellars with all the workers who minted counterfeit money. By Decree of the Council of Ministers of the RSFSR No. 1327 of August 30, 1960, the tower was included in the list of historical monuments to be protected as monuments of national importance.

Ivolginsky datsan. Republic of Buryatia, the village of Verkhnyaya Ivolga

Ivolginsky datsan is a large Buddhist monastic complex, the center of the Buddhist traditional Sangha of Russia, which is the largest Buddhist community in Buryatia. One of the brightest monuments of Russian history and architecture. Located in the village of Verkhnyaya Ivolga, 36 km from the center of Ulan-Ude.

Bird home. Republic of Crimea

Among all the sights of Crimea, it is not easy to choose one thing. But we decided to stop at one of the most inspiring places. The Swallow's Nest is a monument of architecture and history, located on a sheer 40-meter Aurora cliff of Cape Ai-Todor in the village of Gaspra (Yalta City Council).

The structure resembles a medieval knight's castle like the Belem tower or the Miramare villa near Trieste. The first wooden building on this site was erected for a retired Russian general after the Russian-Turkish war of 1877–1878; it can be seen on the canvases of famous marine painters: I. K. Aivazovsky, L. F. Lagorio, A. P. Bogolyubov, and also in photographs of the time.

The second owner of this amazing dacha was the court physician A. K. Tobin. There is also very little information about him. After his death, the house was owned by a widow for some time, who sold the plot to the Moscow merchant Rakhmanina. She demolished the old building, and soon a wooden castle appeared, which she called "Swallow's Nest".

The Swallow's Nest got its present form thanks to the oil industrialist Baron Steingel, who liked to relax in the Crimea. Steingel bought a summer cottage on the Aurora Rock and decided to build a romantic castle there, which resembles medieval buildings on the banks of the Rhine. The project for the new house was commissioned from engineer and sculptor Leonid Sherwood, son of architect Vladimir Sherwood, author of the Historical Museum on Red Square in Moscow.

At the beginning of World War I, the estate was bought by the Moscow merchant P. Shelaputin, who opened a restaurant in the castle. In the 1930s, there was a reading room of the local Rest House, but the premises were recognized as emergency and closed.

In 1927, the Swallow's Nest was damaged during a strong earthquake. It was not until 1967–1968 that repairs were made. In addition to the monolithic slab, the entire structure was surrounded by anti-seismic belts. The tower, increased in height, acquired more decorative effect thanks to four spiers. In 2013, cracks were found in the foundation slab, and in the autumn the visit was suspended for design work on the reconstruction - strengthening the rock.

And 6 more amazing places:

Chara Sands, Trans-Baikal Territory

Chara Sands is a tract in the Kalarsky district of the Trans-Baikal Territory, which is a sandy massif about 10 km by 5 km in size. The Chara sands are located in the basin of the same name, in the foothills of the Kodar ridge, 9 kilometers from the village of Chara, between the valleys of the Chara, Middle Sakukan and Upper Sakukan rivers. The massif is a geological monument of nature of the geomorphological type of federal rank.

BAM station Novaya Chara is 10 kilometers away. The massif is elongated from the southwest to the northeast and occupies an area of ​​about 50 sq. km. There are no such large massifs of free-flowing moving sands in any basin of Transbaikalia. The Chara sands are outwardly similar to the deserts of Central Asia. The vegetation is slightly different from the taiga: there are areas with larch, dwarf birch and moisture-loving dwarf pine. In the northeastern part of the tract there are two small lakes - Alyonushka and Tayozhnoye.

Avacha Bay, Kamchatka Territory

Avacha Bay is a large non-freezing bay of the Pacific Ocean near the south-east coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula, it is the main transport "gateway" of the Kamchatka Territory. The main advantage of the bay is that it is one of the largest bays in the world: it can accommodate any ship in the world!

The length of the bay is 24 kilometers, the width at the entrance is 3 kilometers, the total area of ​​the water surface is 215 sq. km. Depth up to 26 meters. The Avacha and Paratunka rivers flow into the bay. The cities of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and Vilyuchinsk are located along the shores of the bay. The bay is the main base of the Russian Pacific Fleet in Kamchatka.

A kind of symbol of the bay and its attraction are the Three Brothers rocks, located at the exit to the open Avacha Bay.

Commander Islands. Aleutsky District, Kamchatka Territory

Commander Islands - an archipelago of four islands in the southwestern part of the Bering Sea of ​​the Pacific Ocean, administratively part of the Aleutsky District of the Kamchatka Territory of Russia. The islands are named after the navigator Commander Vitus Bering, who discovered them in 1741. On the largest of them - Bering Island - there is a grave of a navigator. Commander Islands - a place of mixing of Russian and Aleutian cultures. They have great potential for the development of northern tourism.

Patomsky crater. Irkutsk region

Patomsky crater - a cone of crushed limestone blocks on the slope of a mountain in the Patomsky Highlands in the Irkutsk region. Discovered in 1949 by geologist Vadim Viktorovich Kolpakov. Among the local population it is called the "Nest of the Fiery Eagle", also known as the "Kolpakov's Cone", "Dzhebulda Crater", "Yavaldinsky Crater".

This is a geological object unique in its characteristics, which is a ring structure of the central type with a bulk cone composed of limestone and other rocks. The Patom crater was formed over a long period of time about 500 years ago.

The diameter of the crater along the ridge is 76 m. The cone is crowned with a flat top, which is an annular shaft. In the center of the funnel there is a hill up to 12 m high. The total volume of the cone is estimated at 230-250 thousand cubic meters, the mass is about a million tons.

Agura waterfalls. City of Sochi, Krasnodar Territory

Cascade of waterfalls located on the Agura River in the Khostinsky district of Sochi. The distance from the Black Sea coast is 4 km. Further up the river - the Middle waterfall, then the Upper.

The Lower Agur waterfall is the first and most interesting of the three large waterfalls on the Agura River. It consists of two cascades: the lower one is 18 m high and the upper one is 12 m high. Under it is a wide and deep pool of blue water. From the Devil's hole canyon to the Lower waterfall is approximately 1.5 km. Behind the first waterfall, a series of stairs and rises lead up through 500 m to the Middle Agur waterfall - 23 meters, and then to the Upper - 21 meters waterfall. Near the Upper waterfall, to the left of the path, there are rocks called Eagles.

Vasyugan swamps. Tomsk, Novosibirsk and Omsk regions

Some of the largest swamps in the world are located in Western Siberia, between the Ob and Irtysh rivers, on the territory of the Vasyugan plain, which is mostly within the Tomsk region, and in small parts - the Novosibirsk and Omsk regions and the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug.

The swamp area is 53 thousand square meters. km (for comparison: the area of ​​Switzerland is 41 thousand sq. km), the length from west to east is 573 km, from north to south - 320 km.

Vasyugan swamps arose about 10 thousand years ago and have been constantly increasing since then - 75% of their modern area was swamped less than 500 years ago. Marshes are the main source of fresh water in the region (water reserves - 400 cubic km), there are about 800 thousand small lakes, many rivers originate from swamps, in particular: Ava, Bakchar, Big Yugan, Vasyugan, Demyanka, etc. d.

Vasyugan swamps are home to numerous local fauna, including rare ones. Of the rare species of animals in the swamps, in particular, reindeer, golden eagle, white-tailed eagle, osprey, gray shrike, peregrine falcon live. Squirrels, elks, sables, wood grouses, white partridges, hazel grouses, black grouses are present in significant quantities, mink, otter, wolverine are in smaller quantities. The flora also includes rare and endangered plant species and plant communities. Cranberries, blueberries, and cloudberries are widely distributed among wild plants.

Now the fauna and flora of the swamps is under threat due to the development of the territory during the exploration and exploitation of oil and gas fields.

In preparing the article, materials from Wikipedia were used.

Happy travels!

There are so many wonderful places in the world that I would like to visit. But even if a person had ten lives, he would hardly have time to visit everywhere. Therefore, you have to choose. Everyone knows that extremely unpleasant feeling when there is nothing to choose from, but you will feel no better when you have to choose from a large number of equally incredible options. Well, this article will make it easier for you to choose - here is a list of twenty countries that you must visit in your lifetime.

New Zealand

There is hardly a person who would visit New Zealand and would not fall in love with this mysterious country. It is difficult to find another place where travelers would be so pleased with what they saw, from man-made masterpieces to natural wonders. The nature here is really impressive: here you will find prehistoric forests, and wide beaches, and snow-capped mountains, and wonderful water sources.

Australia

Australia is not just a country, it is a whole continent. Its vast expanse hides a whole world full of ethnic and cultural diversity, incredible landscapes, as well as a variety of entertainment opportunities. Here on every corner you will meet the spirit of sociability and life.

Japan

Japan is a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Incredible religious and cultural heritage coexists side by side with the high-tech and architectural achievements of today. There are thousands of impressive Buddhist temples and altars throughout the country, most of which are concentrated in Kyoto, a city known as the cultural capital of Japan.

Thailand

With an incredibly intriguing history, Thailand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. Thailand is able to offer various attractions for different types of tourists. There are ancient Buddhist temples and beautiful palaces, as well as untouched islands and national parks. Bangkok, the capital of the country, with bustling streets and huge shopping centers, contrasts sharply with calm villages hidden high in the mountains.

Nepal

Nepal is a tiny country in the Himalayas, nestled between two large neighboring countries, China and India. This country is a world in itself - nowhere else can you find so many emotions and impressions in such a small area. In this country you will find some of the best trekking and mountaineering trails in the world.

South Africa

South Africa is a place that will not disappoint any visitor. It is a large, diverse and incredibly beautiful country suitable for various travelers. South Africa is also the largest cultural center of the entire African continent. Cape Town and Johannesburg are almost always in the list of the best cities for tourism.

Botswana

Botswana is an extremely impressive country that has gone from utter poverty to one of the most stable economies in all of Africa. It is especially impressive how the country has managed to preserve all the natural treasures in times of economic growth. Most of its land is set aside for national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.

Latvia

The infrastructure of the Baltic pearl has improved significantly in recent years, many cities are undergoing major repairs. It is especially worth noting the capital of the country, Riga, which was recently chosen as the cultural capital of Europe. Many travelers focus solely on this city, but the true spirit of Latvia is in the countryside, where you can find pristine lakes, emerald forests and sandy beaches.

Poland

Poland has gone through many upheavals over the past few centuries, but its rich culture, beautiful scenery and historical sites will make visitors take away many wonderful memories. And although Warsaw, the capital of the country, is the most popular city among tourists, you will miss out on a lot if you spend all your time exclusively there.

Germany

Germany is one of the best countries in the world for tourist visits. Of course, it may seem a bit pricey. However, great food, impeccable beer and wonderful scenery are worth the money spent. The country will offer you an incredible natural diversity - from the green hills of Bavaria to the snow-capped Alps, as well as a variety of cities - from bustling Munich to calm medieval Tübingen.

France

A trip to France is on the list of cherished desires of almost every person, and this country really deserves such an approach. It attracts people from all over the world with its culture, wine, cuisine and scenery.

Spain

If you ever visit Spain, you will want to return there again and again. According to the Spaniards themselves, there is not one, but several Spains - this is how they figuratively describe the diversity of nature and culture of the country. And none of these Spains will disappoint travelers.

Portugal

Portugal is a land of dazzling beaches, incredible landscapes and medieval villages. It attracts with its outstanding culture, language and cuisine. The aesthetic beauty of this country does not succumb to the negative impact of crowds of tourists, unlike many other popular places in Europe.

Italy

Italy is a country of beautiful people and great food, it is a dream destination for travelers. You will be able to find a lot of outstanding things here, from nature and art to food and a wonderful climate. Even the most demanding visitors will be delighted with this country.

Greece

Greece has been experiencing an economic crisis in recent years, but at the same time it remains the main tourist center of Europe due to both historical and cultural heritage and natural attractions - beaches, mountains and islands.

Switzerland

Switzerland's landscapes are guaranteed to take your breath away. The cities located in this multilingual country with incredible ethnic diversity are huge and vibrant, and the transport routes are excellent.

Great Britain

There are very few places that can offer as much as the UK offers travelers. There are rocky highlands and impressive beaches. Naturally, there are also historical sights, cultural monuments and upscale restaurants.

Uruguay

This country is often overlooked compared to its more imposing South American neighbors. But Uruguay is one of the best wine producers in the region, so it can be extremely tempting for lovers of this drink.

Mexico

Of course, as soon as the name of this country is heard, people become concerned about security. However, with the exception of the country's northern border, which often hits the headlines in a decidedly less positive way, a trip to Mexico should be more fun than scary.

Canada

Canada is the largest country in North America, its territory is covered with grandiose mountains, virgin forests and amazing coastlines. But to all these natural wonders that form breathtaking landscapes, there is also a hospitable atmosphere that prevails in any corner of the country.

In our review, we will provide a list of 21 places in Moscow that are worth visiting. Some of them are not included in the generally recognized routes of the city's sights, but this makes them no less good for visiting.

After looking at them and visiting these places, you will understand how many-sided and interesting the capital is, which will sparkle before you with new facets.

These places in Moscow are worth visiting not only for tourists, but also for Muscovites who have not yet discovered these corners of the capital.

So, go!

This is the place that everyone without exception must visit in Moscow. It is here that you will understand how time can stop: the rush and vanity of a huge metropolis seems to be cut off by bamboo gates, and the symbols of the culture of the Islands of the Rising Sun, like pagodas, bridges and pavilions, will encourage you to unhurried contemplation.

The Japanese garden was created by masters from Japan itself. You can admire the beauties of this corner of the capital at any time of the year, but the garden is especially beautiful at the time of cherry blossoms. This phenomenon is almost fleeting, as the Japanese cherry tree blooms in less than one week.

The second green corner of Moscow on our list, which is definitely worth a visit, is the Pharmaceutical Garden on Prospekt Mira. It is considered the oldest botanical garden in the Russian Federation.

But not only this attracts many visitors. Thanks to the work of local employees, few people can compete with the pharmaceutical garden of its kind in terms of information content, visibility, special grooming, comfort and even photogenicity.

By his decree, this garden-garden was ordered to be created by Peter the Great in 1706 for the cultivation of medicinal plants (hence the unusual name of the garden), and a century later - in 1805 - it came under the jurisdiction of the current owner - Moscow State University.

The house of the architect Melnikov is especially popular outside of Russia as an example of the Soviet avant-garde. To our shame, few people here know about it, moreover, few people have been in it. Therefore, it is worth visiting!

The design decision, inspired by the futuristic theme, made the house look like a mysterious spaceship. The interior of the building also arouses admiration: the spatial solution is many-sided and carefully verified, and, meanwhile, mysterious. It was not for nothing that Melnikov promised to pay a prize to someone who could name the exact number of floors in this building.

And again about recognition! Even many Muscovites do not know about the existence of the Savvinsky Metochion, not to mention the guests of the capital and tourists. That is why we have included this place in Moscow in our list, which is worth a visit.

Before your eyes will appear the most beautiful, without exaggeration, architectural monument erected on this site back in 1907 by the architect Kuznetsov. It was designed in a fabulous Russian style with elements of Baroque and Art Nouveau.

Savinskoye Compound is a former profitable possession of the monastery of the same name. Once it stood on Tverskaya itself, but during the reconstruction of the latter, the building was moved to the depths of the courtyards and thus preserved for posterity.

Therefore, when walking along the street, take at least a little time and go into the arch of house number 6. So in a matter of seconds you will get from the present to the last century.

Located not far from some of the main sights of the city of Moscow, for example, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, it is rightfully deprived of the attention of foreign, and even our tourists.

But it is on Prechistenka that you can see a huge number of former mansions, which today are rightfully considered architectural monuments. It is not for nothing that this place in Moscow was called Moscow Saint-Germain, drawing an analogy with the luxurious district of Paris.

This street will also be interesting for fans of Bulgakov's work. After all, it was in the profitable property on Prechistenka that he settled Professor Preobrazhensky from the Heart of a Dog.

Although the architecture of the building itself is interesting, the Moscow Planetarium is just the right place to visit if you come here for numerous performances.

In various halls, you can find answers to many scientific questions: how our Universe was born, are we the only ones in outer space, why stars fall on Earth, and so on. Astronomy enthusiasts have the opportunity to get closer to the stars: look at them through the eyepiece of a powerful telescope.

Located in Armenian Lane, the Moscow Lights Museum is another place worth visiting.

It is housed in a historic building of ancient chambers. Upon entering it, you will be given a remote control with which you can turn on and off the lamps of different eras.

On the second level there is an exposition that will tell about the life of different generations of Muscovites and about the lamps that they each used in their time.

The building for the electric theater was rebuilt by 1909, and it was the first in the Russian Empire, which was intended specifically for watching films.

It was here, for the most part, that previews of new Russian films were held, and every director considered it an honor if his tape got on the screen of the "Artistic" film.

Currently, the iconic Soviet and Russian cinema is under reconstruction, but will reopen its doors very soon.

It should be said right away that such a format of a museum - a museum of one house - can be found in Russia only in the capital, and there are none in the world, so this place in Moscow is worth a visit without fail.

It recreates the era of the 30s of the last century, and all the items and documents once belonged to famous residents, among whom were Svetlana Alliluyeva - Stalin's daughter, the poet Demyan Bedny, marshals Zhukov and Tukhachevsky, the future Soviet General Secretary Nikita Khrushchev and many others.

Unfortunately, the history of this house bears a tragic imprint. You can learn about this and more by visiting the Houses on the Embankment Museum.

The Museum of Man "Living Systems" is a truly unique educational and entertainment format for all family members: from a child to an adult. Visitors will learn a lot about the human body and how our organs work in a playful way.

The best part is that the exhibits in this museum can and must be touched with your hands in order to better understand all the ongoing processes.

The Muzeon Arts Park is the largest museum of sculptures and monuments in Russia in an open area, moreover, made in various artistic directions and created in the 20th and 21st centuries.

In addition, the current format of the Muzeon includes not only viewing the exhibits, but also holding entertainment and cultural programs: performances by artists and musicians, lecture halls, photo exhibitions and much more.

The East Garden, recently created here, is especially popular.

Observation deck in Moscow City

The time has come and unprecedented skyscrapers appeared in Moscow, which are compactly located on the Moscow City site. Estimates of this project vary from rejection to admiration.

But be that as it may, the towers have already been built and may eventually become the same symbol of the capital as the Eiffel Tower in Paris, which was also initially not perceived by most of its contemporaries.

As for the observation deck, one of them is located on the 58th floor of a skyscraper tower called "Empire". From there, the main building of Moscow State University on Sparrow Hills, the Ostankino TV tower, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and the government building (White House) are clearly visible. Moreover, you will see all this from a bird's eye view.

Graffiti area on Izumrudnaya

If you love urban wall art - graffiti, then Izumrudnaya Street is just the place in Moscow that is worth a visit. It is located not far from the Babushkinskaya metro station, and the painted houses themselves, 12 in total, are located next to Yantarny Proezd and the street itself. A riot of colors is guaranteed!

It is worth saying that this graffiti was made in 2007 by Russian and foreign masters - participants of the project "Color Moscow!". The level of execution is the highest, incl. this place will interest many lovers of painting, and everything unusual.

Peredelkino

The village of Peredelkino is extremely interesting for its unique landscape, nature and culture.

After all, it is here that the Writer's Town is located, where many famous writers and poets lived and live. After the death of some of them, memorial museums were opened here: Pasternak, Bulat Okudzhava, Chukovsky.

There is also a patriarchal residence in Peredelkino, on the territory of which there are beautiful temples and churches.

Restaurant "In the Dark"

Why is this place in Moscow worth visiting? Yes, simply because you can plunge into the world of blind people and understand them better, find out how difficult it is to live in total darkness.

Visitors are served by completely blind waiters - in halls where there is not even a strip of light and no contours are visible.

The session will last 2 hours, and the menu includes 5 complex dinners: fish, meat, Japanese, vegetarian and mixed. The restaurant is located on Oktyabrskaya street, 2/4.

A truly openwork house on Leningradsky Prospekt, 27. This is exactly what typical block houses in the Soviet Union should have become.

External facades, thanks to openwork lattices, seem to have something in common with luxurious estates and palaces of the pre-revolutionary era, although the internal spaces are arranged, one might say, in a Spartan way.

Unfortunately, this house remained a model, and, moreover, in a single copy (in the post-war years there was no time for frills, albeit simple ones).

Settlement Gateways

Do you want to return, even if not for long, to the times of the Soviet Union? Then you should visit this place in Moscow - the village of Gateways in Pechatniki.

In a settlement on three islands, you will not find the usual supermarkets or chain cafes. Local architecture is not represented not only by examples from the times of Luzhkov, but even by Brezhnev.

You will find here a decent-sized sandy beach, you will see households with poultry and even beavers near the water's edge.

Below we provide a list of places worth visiting, but this will be associated with certain difficulties: either this is a secure facility, or an area not officially open under protection. If you are interested in this information and want to visit this place, then opportunities can be found.

Spotting at Sheremetyevo

Do you love airplanes? Do you enjoy watching them take off and land?

Periodically, the administration of Sheremetyevo Airport conducts so-called spotting excursions.

What is their beauty?

Yes, in that you can be inland not as a passenger with a limited travel route, but as an employee. You can believe that these are already different sensations and impressions that will be remembered for a lifetime.

It is definitely not possible to get into the territory on your own. Regime object, however.

The city estate of the Usachyov tea merchants with a park area, the plans of which can be seen in many Soviet films.

Surprisingly, this place, which is definitely worth a visit, is that a quiet and cozy old park with gazebos, classical sculptural compositions and even a mysterious grotto is located almost in the center of the capital - on Zemlyanoy Val.

The main house of the 19th century is also admired, incl. the atmosphere of this place seems to immerse us in the history of a bygone era.

The interior of the main manor house in Uzkoy amazes visitors with its sophistication: cultural rarities of the 17th-20th centuries, skillfully made furniture, beautiful decor made in various styles.

The local exposition is the envy of many Russian, and even Moscow, museums, incl. look for the opportunity, because this place is worth it to visit. In addition, today the Uzkoye estate is located within the boundaries of modern Moscow - on Profsoyuznaya street, 123.

The last place on our list in the city of Moscow, which is worth visiting, although it is difficult to do this.

The Izmailovsky anomaly (also called the Strokinsky fortification) is located in Izmailovsky Park. The history of its occurrence is mysterious and so far experts have not come to a consensus.

It is believed that these are either the “amusing” fortifications of Peter I, or the fortified area of ​​the Time of Troubles, or simply the destroyed buildings of the former old brick factory. Some fans generally awarded him the title of "Russian Stonehenge".

It is located on the territory of the local state farm behind a high concrete fence, but if you wish, you can get over it.

That's the whole list of places in Moscow that are worth visiting, although many of them are not particularly visited and are not even included in various guides to the main metropolitan attractions. You have the opportunity to discover new and wonderful places in your favorite city!

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