Ulan-Ude
19 places
Battery Hill and Udinskoye Ostrog Founding Site
Улан-Удэ, Батарейная гора, у основания проспекта Победы
On Batareinaya Hill, overlooking the right bank of the Ud River, is the historical center where Ulan-Ude originated. Here, in the 17th century, the first Russian fortress—Udinsky—was established. From the hilltop, there is a picturesque view of the river valley, recalling the city's early steps and its significant role in Siberia's history.
Rinpoche Bagsha Buddhist Center
Улан-Удэ, улица Стрелецкая, 1
"Rinpoché Bagsha" Buddhist Center is located on Bald Mountain in Ulan-Ude and attracts visitors with picturesque city views. It includes a dharma hall, prayer wheel, stupas, and walking areas. The center is a popular site among believers and tourists, representing an important spiritual object of the capital of Buryatia.
Hotsa Namzarev Drama Theatre
Улан-Удэ, улица Куйбышева, 38
Hots Namzareva Buryat Drama Theatre is located in Ulan-Ude at Kuybysheva St., 38. It is the leading national dramatic theater of the Republic of Buryatia named after famous writer and public figure Hots Namzareva. The theater regularly stages performances in Buryat language reflecting rich culture and traditions of the region.
Buryat Opera and Ballet Theatre
Улан-Удэ, улица Ленина, 51
Buryat State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre is located in the center of Ulan-Ude on Lenin Street, 51. This significant cultural institution of the region is known for its repertoire including operas, ballets and national burят works. The architecture of the building stands out among the cityscape and is an important part of the urban landscape.
Radio House
Улан-Удэ, улица Ербанова, 7А
Radio House in Ulan-Ude is an architectural monument located at Erbанова street, 7A. Construction of the building took place from 1955 to 1959 in Stalinist Baroque style. A distinctive feature of Radio House is its tower with a spire and bells playing the hymn of Buryatia every hour. The building is situated in the central part of the city near Square of Soviets and Theatre Square.
Buryat History Museum named after M.N. Khangalov
Улан-Удэ, улица Профсоюзная, 29
The Museum of Buryat History named after M.N. Khangalov in Ulan-Ude is the main historical and regional museum of the region. Its collections include exhibits on archaeology, ethnography, Buddhism, shamanism, and the history of Buryatia. The museum is named after famous Buryat scientist and ethnographer Matvei Nikolaevich Khangalov.
Ulan-Ude City History Museum
Улан-Удэ, улица Ленина, 26
The Museum of Ulan-Ude City History is located at Lenina Street, 26. It tells about the development of Verkhneudinsk and modern Ulan-Ude, showing the evolution of urban environment through exhibits presented in a historical merchant's house. Visitors can trace how the city changed from a trading settlement to the capital of the Republic of Buryatia.
Buryat Nature Museum
Улан-Удэ, улица Ленина, 46
Buryatiya Nature Museum is located in Ulan-Ude at Lenin Street, 46. It was opened in 1983 based on the local краеведческий museum's nature department. The museum features exhibits on paleontology, zoology, geology and botany of the region, making it an important center for environmental education and study of Buryatia's natural wealth.
Lenin Monument on Soviet Square
Улан-Удэ, площадь Советов
Lenin Monument on Sovetskaya Square in Ulan-Ude - a large sculptural depiction of Vladimir Illych Lenin's head raised high on a tall pedestal. Opened in 1971 at the city center near main administrative buildings, this monument is one of the most recognizable symbols of Ulan-Ude's capital.
Chekhov Monument
Улан-Удэ, улица Ленина, у Музея истории города
Anton Pavlovich Chekhov Monument is located on Lenina Street in Ulan-Ude near the city history museum. The sculpture depicts the writer sitting on a bench with a suitcase, as if just arrived from a long journey. Nearby are inscribed Chekhov's words about Verkhneudinsk ("a nice little town"), reflecting his impressions of staying there in 1890.
Victory Memorial Park
Улан-Удэ, проспект Победы
Memorial Park "Victory Memorial" in Ulan-Ude is the main memorial park of the city. It has a memorial ensemble with T-34-85 tank, reliefs of prominent figures and Eternal Flame. Annually, the park hosts commemorative events dedicated to Victory Day.
Revolution Square
Улан-Удэ, площадь Революции
Revolution Square in Ulan-Ude is the historical center of the city and its first square. Here is located the ensemble of Gostiny Dvor, recognized as an object of federal cultural heritage. Previously, the square was called Bazar Square, around it developed trade life of Verkhneudinsk and there was held annual fair.
Russian Drama Theatre named after N.A. Bestuzhev
Улан-Удэ, улица Терешковой, 9А
The Russian Drama Theatre named after N.A. Bestuzhev is located in Ulan-Ude at Tereshkova Street, 9A. The building of the theatre is situated on the left bank of the Ud River in Oktyabrsky district. It was founded as one of the oldest professional theatrical ensembles of the Republic of Buryatia and bears the name of the Decemberist and writer Nikolay Aleksandrovich Bestuzhev.
St. Odigitria Cathedral
Улан-Удэ, улица Ленина, 2
St. Odigitrievsky Cathedral — the first stone building of Ulan-Ude, located in the historical center near the confluence of rivers Ud and Selenge. The construction of the cathedral took place in the 18th century and was executed in the style of Siberian baroque. This significant architectural structure is a monument of city history and culture.
Guest-Friendly-Buryatia-Sculpture-Composition
Улан-Удэ, у Селенгинского моста
Sculptural composition "Hospitality of Buryatia" is located at Selenga Bridge in Ulan-Ude. It depicts a woman holding a traditional Buryat khadak - a symbol of hospitality. Originally, the sculpture was situated near the opera and ballet theater but was moved to the bridge in 2008 and became one of the city's calling cards.
Theater for Puppet "Ulger"
Улан-Удэ, улица Ленина, 46
The Puppet Theatre "Ulger" is located in Ulan-Ude at Lenin Street, 46. Founded in 1967, it has become an important part of Buryat cultural life. The theatre is known for its family performances and annual festival "Way of the Nomad". Among its achievements are victories in the prestigious competition "Golden Mask".
Theater Square
Улан-Удэ, Театральная площадь
Theater Square is located in the center of Ulan-Ude near Buryat Opera and Ballet Theater. It is a popular public space where meetings, gatherings and city events take place. From the square it is convenient to go to other significant places in the city such as Soviet Square and Lenina Street.
C.S. Sampilov Art Museum
Улан-Удэ, улица Куйбышева, 29
Tsarang Sampilova Art Museum in Ulan-Ude is the largest museum of Buryat art and one of the leading artistic institutions of Siberia. Founded in 1944, it was named after prominent artist Tsyrendjap Sampilov two decades later. The museum's collection comprises paintings, graphics, sculpture, decorative-applied and jewelry arts of the Buryats and Russians.
Ethnographic Museum of the Peoples of Transbaikalia
Улан-Удэ, посёлок Верхняя Берёзовка, 17Б
The Ethnographic Museum of the Peoples of Transbaikal is located in Verkhnyaya Berezovka, Ulan-Ude. It is a large open-air museum showcasing historical and cultural complexes of various ethnic groups from the region. Visitors can see traditional buildings and household items of the indigenous peoples of Transbaikal, learning about their culture and history.
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