The temple in honor of the Icon of the Mother of God "Derzhavnaya", located in the center of Samara, is a significant architectural object of the city. This temple was founded on a place where no structure had previously stood. Many local residents believe that the choice of this site for the construction of the temple has symbolic significance, si
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It is not reliably known whether Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin himself visited Samara; however, his journey through the local lands left its mark on his work. In the original version of "The Captain's Daughter," there is a description of the steppe landscapes that the poet passed through on his way to Orenburg. In honor of the centenary of the poe
The monument on Glory Square in Samara is an important symbol of memory and veneration of those who sacrificed their lives during the Great Patriotic War. This memorial composition, consisting of two walls, a high relief of the “Grieving Mother Motherland” and the Eternal Flame, rises on one of the largest squares of the city, recalling the heroism
The Palace of Culture of Railway Workers named after A.S. Pushkin, also known as the Pushkin People's House, is a concert hall located on Leo Tolstoy Street, 94, in the city of Samara. The history of this building begins in 1898 when a decision was made to construct a People's House with a theater hall for 600 seats. The project was developed by a
One of the historically significant buildings in Samara is the Chelyshev apartment buildings, which are considered one of the oldest in the city. It was here that rental apartments first appeared, attracting as residents members of the city's intelligentsia, such as teachers, lawyers and doctors who came to Samara. Merchant Chelyshev built two apa
The park sculpture "Cosmopops", depicting an astronaut in an orange spacesuit, stands not far from the Samara Space Museum. This artistic object was created by the modern Samara architect and artist Alexander Filimonov in collaboration with his wife Olga. The sculpture, made of plastic, is installed on Lenin Avenue in the city of Samara, next to a
One of the most prominent symbols of the city of Samara is the Monument of Glory, crowning the Square of Glory in the Leninsky district, next to the regional administration building. This majestic obelisk, visible even from the opposite bank of the Volga River, stands at the center of the square, offering a breathtaking view of the river and the em
Frunze Street, previously known as Saratovskaya, runs parallel to Kuibyshevskaya Street, and to this day it retains its unique architectural appearance, reflecting the history of the development of the city of Samara. This street witnessed the rise of the city's economy, because it was here in the past that wealthy lawyers, doctors and representati
The memorial obelisk, installed at the intersection of Lunacharsky and Novo-Sadovaya streets in Samara, is a symbol and monument to the fighters of the October Revolution of 1917. This obelisk was erected in 1960, on the eve of the 43rd anniversary of the revolution, and became one of the characteristic elements of the urban landscape of Samara. C
The architectural monument of federal significance, located in Samara just across the road from Strukovskiy Garden, is the historic mansion that once belonged to Alexander Naumov, a leader of the Samara nobility and an honorary citizen of the city. The mansion was built in the Renaissance style with elements of Baroque and was completed in 1905. O
The sculptural composition "Barge Haulers on the Volga" installed in Samara in 2014 commemorates the 170th anniversary of the birth of the renowned Russian artist Ilya Repin, who created the famous painting of the same name. This monument serves as a three-dimensional replica of Repin's iconic painting, which has become a symbol of Russian art. Th
The monument to Prince Grigory Osipovich Zasekin, the founder of the city of Samara and its first voivode, holds a significant place on the Volga embankment in Samara. It symbolizes the historical importance of this figure for the city and its foundation. Installed in 2014 to commemorate the 428th anniversary of the city, the monument features a st
The monument to Valerian Vladimirovich Kuibyshev in Samara is an important symbol of the city's history, embodying his revolutionary activity and contribution to the struggle for the people's happiness. Erected in 1938, this monument is a striking expression of respect for Valerian Vladimirovich Kuibyshev's personality and achievements. The monume
The monument dedicated to the invention of the heating battery on the wall of the Samara State District Power Plant is not only a symbol of technical progress, but also an attractive object for citizens and tourists. Its unusual shape and the legends associated with it make it a popular place to visit and photograph. The tradition of rubbing certa
On July 8, 2011, before the celebration of the All-Russian Day of Family, Love and Fidelity, a sculptural composition dedicated to Peter and Fevronia was installed in the park on Glory Square in the Russian city of Samara. This monument has become a significant place in the city, attracting the attention of newlyweds on their important day. The hei
In May 1977, in Samara, a monument to the outstanding figure - Hero of the Soviet Union and twice Hero of Socialist Labor Dmitry Fyodorovich Ustinov was solemnly unveiled. Born in this city, Ustinov became known worldwide for his contributions to the military and defense industry. The monument was created as a sign of gratitude and respect for his
The building of the Samara State Philharmonic, as it can be seen today, stands on the site of the former circus-theater "Olymp." This circus was built in 1907 according to the design by architect Platon Vasilyevich Shamansky and was located closer to the intersection of modern Frunze and L. Tolstoy streets. The circus building had an elegant exteri
The Ladya monument in Samara occupies a special place among the city’s attractions and symbolizes its connection with the Volga, an important transport artery that is historically and culturally significant for the region. Its choice as a monument-symbol of the city is due not only to its aesthetic appeal, but also to its historical and cultural as
The Samara Academic Opera and Ballet Theater named after D. D. Shostakovich is a famous musical institution in Samara. It was founded in 1931 and opened its first season with Modest Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov. Already in the first year of its existence, the theater expanded its repertoire to include ballet performances: the first ballet, which was
Regional Historical and Local Lore Museum of the city of Samara, named after P.V. Alabin is a statesman and public figure, journalist, military writer and honorary citizen of some cities, including Samara. Samara Museum named after. Alabina is one of the oldest museums in the Volga region. The museum project was presented at a meeting of the city c
The lovers' bench installed on the Volga River embankment in Samara has become a beautiful art object and one of the city's attractions. Its installation, initiated by the employees of the "Pro Gorod" newspaper, took place on July 12, 2013, and since then it has been attracting the attention of both local residents and city guests. The main featur
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