The spring is located near the Lyamzyai tourist camp in the Penza region. To approach the spring you need to be careful, as the descent to it is quite steep, and the stairs are not yet completed. There is a camping area next to the spring, making it ideal for hiking and cycling. The water in the spring is of good quality and tasty, making it an att
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The spring at Kichkileika is located in the Penza region, in the Penza district, Russia. It is located along the dirt road that leads from the village of Kichkileika to the old power transmission line (PTL). The spring is a well with a lid, and the water level in the well is usually acceptable. This spring is likely an important source of fresh wa
In Orenburg, at the St. Nicholas Cathedral, a new baptismal temple began to function - the Church of the Epiphany. This brick temple, built in the Russian style, is distinguished by its simplicity and grace. It has only one dome, mounted on a small tent, which gives it a special appearance. The opening of the new baptismal church in 2007 was an im
In the historical part of Orenburg, a unique heritage is preserved - the estate of lawyer Yevsey Gorodissky, which has become the object of many urban legends. The brick mansion, known as the "House with Lions", was erected in 1906 on Neplyuevskaya Street, now known as Leninskaya Street, in the historical heart of the city. The building attracted
On the outskirts of the village of Pervokrasnoye, in the Sorochinsky district of the Orenburg region, there is an architectural heritage - an old abandoned building that once served as a mill. Externally, the building has long been abandoned, but inside, various mechanisms associated with flour milling continue to exist. Judging by the state of pre
This sculptural composition, representing a bronze stork holding a bundle with a baby in its beak, is an unusual and touching work of art. It is installed near the maternity hospital in the city of Buzuluk and serves as a symbol of the birth of a new life. The author of this work is Oleg Dushkatov, a metal craftsman who has created at least 15 wor
Nikolskoye-Prozorovskoye, formerly known as Shipilovo, is an abandoned estate that belonged to the Prozorovsky princes, located in the Mytishchi district of the Moscow region, near Marfino. The history of the name of this estate is rich and varied. It was formed on the basis of two settlements - Shipilovo and Nikolo-Prozorovo, at the end of the 18
The Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ, also known as the Resurrection Cathedral, is a significant monument of church architecture of the second half of the 17th century and a majestic symbol of the city of Tutaev in the Yaroslavl region. The temple was built in the period from 1652 to 1687 on the site of a wooden church in the name of Saints
The Koloksha male idol is an unusual and interesting landmark of the Vladimir region, attracting tourists with its mysterious appearance and rich history. The statue, about 2 meters high, was created in 2004 by local artists from stone and depicts a man. Her realistic performance, especially her expressive facial expressions and detailed features
The Church of the Archangel Michael on Studenoy Gora in Vladimir has a rich history that began in the 1880s, when the chairman of the board of the Charitable Society, M. M. Leontyev, took the initiative to build a church for local residents and children studying at a craft-literate school. Thanks to the efforts of Leontyev and other donors, as well
The Golden Gate is a significant monument of ancient Russian architecture and one of the symbols of the city of Vladimir. Built in 1164 by order of Prince Andrei Bogolyubsky, they served not only as a defensive structure, but also as a triumphal arch that formed the main entrance to the rich part of the city. According to various historical studie
Demetrius Cathedral in Vladimir is a wonderful example of ancient Russian architecture and art. This Orthodox church, erected in honor of the Great Martyr Demetrius of Thessalonica by order of Grand Duke Vsevolod the Big Nest, is one of the most important cultural heritage sites in Russia. The cathedral, built in the 12th century from white limest
The Assumption Cathedral in Vladimir is a magnificent example of ancient Russian architecture and is one of the most outstanding monuments of white stone architecture. This Orthodox church, built in the 12th century under Grand Duke Andrei Bogolyubsky, played an important role in the history of Vladimir and all of Rus'. The cathedral stands out no
The monument to Prince Vladimir and Saint Feodor in Vladimir is one of the most important and symbolic architectural objects of the city. It was installed in the Pushkin Park and opened in July 2007 in honor of the anniversary - the 850th anniversary of the transfer of the capital of Ancient Rus' from Kyiv to Vladimir. The author of this majestic
The house of merchant Agapov in Suzdal is a significant monument of architecture and cultural heritage of the region. Built at the end of the 18th century, this house is a typical example of merchant residential buildings of that time. Preserving its original appearance, it serves as historical evidence of the life and activities of Suzdal merchant
Vasilyevsky Monastery in Suzdal is a historically significant monastery that has existed since the 13th century. It is located on the eastern outskirts of the city and includes several significant buildings, such as St. Basil's Cathedral, Sretenskaya Refectory Church and a fence with a low Holy Gate. St. Basil the Great Cathedral was built in 1662
The Alexander Monastery in Suzdal, including its rich history and architectural ensembles, represents one of the significant cultural and religious heritage of Russia. Founded, according to legend, in 1240 by Alexander Nevsky, the monastery received estates from close relatives of Alexander Nevsky - Ivan Kalita and Ivan II. After the Tatar invasio
The Robe Deposition Monastery is a historically significant convent located in the center of the city of Suzdal. It is one of the few monasteries in Russia that were founded before the Mongol invasion and have an ancient history. The existing ensemble of buildings of the monastery was formed mainly in the 16th-17th centuries, but the buildings in t
The Church of the Nativity of John the Baptist, or the Nativity Church, is a winter church located in the Kozhevennaya Sloboda city of Suzdal on the right bank of the Kamenka River. Built in 1739, it was supplemented with a bell tower with a concave tent in 1740, forming an architectural ensemble with the summer Church of the Epiphany, erected in 1
The Museum of Wooden Architecture and Peasant Life in Suzdal is a unique open-air museum complex, which is a stylized rural street with wooden buildings of the 18th-19th centuries, brought from various parts of the Vladimir region. The creation of the museum was initiated by the executive committee of the Council of People's Deputies of the Vladimi
The Bishops' Chambers is a unique complex of ancient Russian civil architecture, located on the territory of the Suzdal Kremlin and under the management of the Vladimir-Suzdal Museum-Reserve. At the end of the 17th century, on the site of the ancient courtyard of the Suzdal spiritual rulers, next to the 13th century Nativity Cathedral, a majestic e
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