15 kilometers from Losevo, on the banks of the Vuoksa-virta river (the northern branch of the Vuoksa) there was the Finnish village of Vuoksela, which, unfortunately, was destroyed during the war. However, among the forest that grew on the site of rural buildings, one highlight has been preserved - the rural church. Vuoksela Church was built on Ca
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The Tiverskoe settlement, located on Vuoksa, is an archaeological complex remaining from an ancient fortified settlement inhabited by Karelians and Novgorodians. In the XIII-XIV centuries it was one of the leading fortresses in the region, whose task was to delay the enemy on the way to the Korela fortress. The fort was surrounded by a stone wall
The church that occupied the Nikolskoye School, founded in 1864 by T.S. Morozov, is historically significant for Orekhovo-Zuevo. The temple itself was erected at the school of M.F. Morozova and consecrated in 1902. In 1907, work on the addition of the altar was completed, which gave the temple its final appearance. During the Soviet regime, a gymna
In 1924, Nikolskaya Street in Orekhovo-Zuevo was renamed Lenin Street, which became a symbol of a new era for the city. However, the real embodiment of the veneration of the leader of the October Revolution was the installation of a monument to V.I. Lenin on November 7, 1933 in the park of the city park of culture and recreation. The creation of t
On September 10, 2016, in honor of City Day and on the eve of the 65th anniversary of the famous Russian actor Viktor Ivanovich Sukhorukov, a monument dedicated to his personality and work was unveiled in Orekhovo-Zuevo. This event became a significant cultural moment for the city, highlighting Sukhorukov's contribution to the development of Russia
The spring on Yellow Mountain, near the Klyazma River, is not only a source of clean and cool water, but also a place of special natural beauty and uniqueness. Five springs, which are located in close proximity to each other, create an amazing and picturesque landscape. This place attracts not only with its natural features, but also with its hist
The Karpov spring is a unique source of clean drinking water, located in a dacha area in the village of Aleksandrovka, not far from the city of Penza. This spring has become a real attraction thanks to the efforts of the Honored Artist of Russia German Trifonovich Karpov. Independently and at his own expense, German Trifonovich has been improving
Красивое местечко в заповедной зоне (окружен сотовым бором с внушительного размера можжевельниками). На озере отличная экология и живописные закаты. Среди обитателей фауны замечено приличное гнездовье цапель и журавлей.
Очень странный приют для непойми кого. Вот буквально. Территория частная, обитаемая на 1/3. Ранее (при СССР) место являлось одним из многих пионерских лагерей, расположенных в той местности в непосредственной близости друг от дружки. Сейчас некоторые строения на территории ни куда ни годятся, - находятся в сверхаварийном плачевном состоянии. Некая
The Azimov Mosque, also known as the Sixth Cathedral Mosque or the Factory Mosque, is a significant monument of Tatar religious architecture in Kazan. Built in 1887-1890 on the site of an old wooden mosque that had existed since 1804, it became the embodiment of the national-romantic architecture of that time. The construction of the mosque was ca
The North-Eastern Tower of the Kazan Kremlin is a significant architectural object left over from the past and inspiring with its historical significance. It was built at the end of the 17th century by Moscow craftsmen in the style of Pskov serf architecture. This tower was small in size, but had slender proportions, had a cylindrical shape and con
Церковь Святой Преподобной Великомученицы Евдокии, также известная как Евдокиевская церковь или Евдокиинская церковь, является приходским храмом I Казанского благочиния Казанской епархии Русской православной церкви, расположенным в Казани. История этой церкви насчитывает более двух веков. Она была построена в 1734 году, по преданию, на средства Ев
The Governor's Palace in Kazan is a historical building located on the territory of the Kazan Kremlin. Built in the mid-19th century according to the design of Konstantin Ton, it is the residence of the head of the Republic of Tatarstan and a cultural heritage site of federal significance. In the past, here was the palace of the Kazan khans, and t
The Annunciation Cathedral in the Kazan Kremlin is a significant Orthodox church and a monument of Russian architecture of the 16th century. From 1552 to 1918, the cathedral served as the cathedral church of the Kazan diocese, and from the end of the 19th century, episcopal consecrations were also held here. Built in 1561-1562, the cathedral is th
The construction of the building of the Public Places in the Kazan Kremlin took place from 1767 to 1773 under the leadership of the Moscow architect V.I. Kaftyreva. This two-story building, intended for the work of officials and civil servants, is located in the south-eastern part of the Kremlin. Later, new two-story buildings were added to it, and
The Spasskaya Tower of the Kazan Kremlin, its main passage tower and an architectural monument of the 16th century, is located in the southern wall of the fortress, overlooking May 1 Square. Since September 1, 2023, a museum has been opened in the tower, dedicated to the fortification of the fortress and the tower itself at different historical sta
The Preobrazhenskaya Tower, one of the most powerful and majestic towers of the Kazan Kremlin, is an outstanding example of a fortification structure. Built in the second half of the 16th century by Pskov craftsmen on the site of the Temenskaya Tower of the Khan's fortress, it served as the western entrance to the territory of the fortress. Initia
The Consistory Tower, erected in the 17th century on the southeastern edge of the Khan's fortress of the Kazan Kremlin, is an important defensive structure. Initially, the tower had three battle tiers and a fourth tier, which served as an ammunition warehouse. The structure was 23 meters high and had a diameter at the zero level of 14 meters. The
In the Penza region, on the Penza-Shemysheyka highway, a unique spring called “Kettle” attracts attention. Despite the passage of time and the accident, residents and visitors to the region continue to gather here in search of fresh water. In the last century, in the late 70s - early 80s, the idea to designate springs with iconic elements belonged
The spring is a concrete well located below road level. Despite the proximity to the highway, the water in the spring is of high quality. In the Penza region, 532 springs are registered, although it is assumed that the number of unregistered springs reaches about 2 thousand. Most of them are located in the northeast of the region, with the largest
The spring, located near Lyamzyai Bay in the Penza region, is famous for its abundant flow and high quality water. Adjacent to the Lyamzai River Bay, it provides visitors with access to clean natural water. In addition, there is a convenient beach and an equipped place for safe swimming, which makes this area attractive for relaxing and enjoying na
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