The sculpture "Lady with a Racket", installed in Pushkinsky Square in Samara on September 8, 2012, is a symbol of the history of tennis in the region. She portrays Maria von Barader, the wife of the famous entrepreneur Alfred von Vacano, who was the founder of the brewery known today as Zhigulevsky. Maria von Barader played a key role in the develo
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The sculpture "Water Skier", installed on the embankment of the Volga River in Samara, perfectly reflects the interest of Soviet youth in water sports, especially sailing. This interest began to clearly manifest itself already in the early 20s, and since 1936, when the All-Union Sailing Section was created, it began to actively develop. Sailing wa
The monument to Vladimir Vysotsky in Samara is an important symbol dedicated to the life and work of this outstanding Russian poet and actor. Erected next to the place where he performed in 1967, it conveys the legacy and influence he left in the hearts of many people. It is interesting to note that the monument was created on the initiative of th
In the vicinity of Samara, near the city, after World War II there was a camp for Hungarian prisoners of war. This place is well known to local residents, historians and tourists interested in the history of their region. From the satellite it can be seen that in this territory there are even rows of dugouts, and in the center there is a memorial a
Zhukov's bunker, located on the territory of the Volga sanatorium on the 7th clearing in Samara, is a historical object with deep roots during the Great Patriotic War. At the beginning of the war in 1941, a decision was made to build an underground command post, which was planned as a control center for the entire military infrastructure of the cou
The Veles Temple, located in a deep forest near Samara, is a place of cult worship associated with ancient Slavic beliefs. In a small clearing surrounded by dense vegetation, there are idols, pagan symbols and even cow skulls. This place is known as the temple of Veles, the deity, patron of knowledge, medicine, creativity and sorcery in Slavic myth
Koptev Ravine, located in the Sokoli Mountains on the left bank of the Volga, attracts the attention of historians and adventure lovers with its rich history and unique flora and fauna. The name "Koptev" probably comes from the word "soot", indicating a supposed activity related to the production of resin or tar. According to legend, in the 19th c
Bald Mountain in Samara is a popular natural attraction on the northern outskirts of the city, located on the left bank of the Volga. This elevation is part of the Falcon Mountains mountain system and offers magnificent panoramic views of the river, surrounding forests and cityscape at any time of the year. Bald Mountain got its name because of th
The monument "Rotman Tower" or "Stove" represents the ruins of the first plant in the history of Samara for the production of sand-lime brick. It was founded in the 1900s by the “Russian” German Rothman. However, the plant did not last long due to the monopoly position of competitors, which hindered Rotman's success. Unable to cope with the repayme
Ecopark "Kachkarsky Mar" is a city park in Orenburg, located near the village of Rostoshi and bounded by Zagorodnoye Highway. This park is a popular venue for various events and sports competitions. Orienteering competitions are held here in the summer, and cross-country skiing in the winter. The dominant tree species in the park are Scots pine, g
Victory Square in the village of Rostoshi was opened on May 5, 2016 with the support of Gazprom Dobycha Orenburg in honor of the 71st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This was a special gift for veterans. The general director of the enterprise, Vladimir Kiyaev, noted that if 30 years ago every 25th employee at their enterprise wa
The Church of the Archangel Michael in Orenburg was founded on September 6, 2012 with the blessing of His Eminence Valentin, Metropolitan of Orenburg and Saraktash. It was a solemn moment, similar to the ceremony of founding a church and planting a cross. The church was founded on Vostochnaya Street in the city of Orenburg, next to the memorial to
The Dancing Fountain on Chkalova Street in front of the Southern District Administration building is one of the unique and most beautiful fountains in Orenburg. Known as the famous "Tornado", this fountain delights residents with songs, various musical compositions and lighting. Just a dozen years ago, fountains were a rarity in the steppe capital
The stone church in the village of Ozerki was founded in 1999 in honor of All Saints, but was subsequently consecrated in honor of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, apparently in honor of the main sponsor of the same name, who actively participated in the completion of many years of construction. The temple itself was solemnly consecrated on September
Lighthouse Styrsudden (Swedish: Styrsudden, Finnish: Seivästön majakka) is an active lighthouse located on the northern shore of the Gulf of Finland, on Cape Styrsudden (Swedish: Styrsunds udde) in the Vyborg district of the Leningrad region, near the village of Ozerki. Built in 1872 by order of the Admiral of the Fleet, Grand Duke Constantine, the
Bunker No. 7 was a caponier equipped with two Maxim machine guns and armored casemate walls. The fire was conducted through narrow loopholes, providing protection from the enemy. Equipped with a periscope for observing the battlefield, and also equipped with a water supply and forced ventilation system. The water supply system was intended not onl
DOT No. 6, part of the Mannerheim defensive line on the Karelian Isthmus, was a fortress with three casemates armed with Maxim machine guns. Inside there were rooms for soldiers with a well and a stove for heating. The complex had a forced ventilation system, water supply for cooling machine guns, sewerage and carbide lamps for lighting. Designed t
St. Petersburg, formerly Leningrad, is not only the cultural capital of Russia, but also a major scientific and technological center that played a key role in the scientific and engineering development of the USSR and Russia. There are many research and production associations located here, which not only in the past, but also currently actively wo
At the intersection of the Sredne-Vyborg highway and the road connecting Kirillovskoye with Kamenka, in the Vyborg district of the Leningrad region, a special historical symbol stands out - the T-80 memorial tank. This monument to military equipment is one of several exhibits located in the village of Kamenka, where the 138th Guards Krasnoselskaya
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
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
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