Kaluga
40 places
Astronomical Observatory
Kaluga, Akademika Korolyova St, 2
The Astronomical Observatory in Kaluga is part of the State Museum of the History of Cosmonautics. Visitors can take an excursion lasting from 30 to 50 minutes during which no more than 15 people are present simultaneously. Three powerful telescopes are installed here for observing celestial bodies such as the Sun, Moon, planets, and artificial Earth satellites. Excursions include daytime observation of the Sun through special filters. The dome of the observatory is controlled remotely.
Gostiny Dvor
Kaluga, Lenina St, 126
Gostiny Dvor in Kaluga - the city's main attraction, a federal cultural heritage site. The complex arose in late XVIII century and includes fourteen buildings forming an inner court. Construction began in 1782, with the last building completed in 1823. Restoration was finished in 2015, after which an outdoor festival area opened up inside the court. The project was designed by gubernatorial architect Pyotr Romanovich Nikitin.
State Museum of the History of Cosmonautics Named after K.E. Tsiolkovsky
Kaluga, Akademika Koroleva St, 2
State Museum of the History of Cosmonautics Named After K.E. Tsiolkovsky in Kaluga - the largest museum in Russia dedicated to space exploration. Established with involvement from S.P. Korolev and Y.A. Gagarin; opened on October 3, 1967. Considered the first worldwide specialized museum focused on space themes. Construction began in 1963, with the first stone laid by Y.A. Gagarin.
Dvoryanskoe Sobranie
Kaluga, Karla Marksa St, 1
The Duma Society House in Kaluga, situated on Karl Marx Street, is a cultural heritage site of federal significance. Built in mid-XIX century according to a typical design by gubernatorial architect Ivan Tamansky, it stands on a steep bank overlooking the Oka River. Important social events for local nobility took place here: gatherings, balls, masquerades and concerts. Inside there remains an unique cast iron staircase from XIX century with artistic casting. A special event occurred in September 1935 when residents gathered to bid farewell to Konstantin Tsiolkovsky. In 1869 Imam Shamil swore allegiance to the Russian emperor in the large hall.
Bilibin House (Shamil's House)
Kaluga, Pushkina St, 4
Bilibin House located at Pushkin Street, 4 in Kaluga is a federal cultural heritage site. From 1859 to 1867 it was home to Imam Shamil and his family as well as servants. The mansion was built in the late 18th century by gubernatorial architect Ivan Yasnogin. Today it is part of Kaluga's united museum-reserve and houses an exhibition dedicated to Shamil's stay in Kaluga. Additionally, most of the museum covers events related to World War I.
Craftsmen's House
Kaluga, Grigorov Ln, 9
The House of Masters in Kaluga is located at Grigorov Lane, 9. It is a two-story wooden house built approximately 200 years ago. Here there is a club-museum dedicated to traditional crafts of the Kaluga region such as ceramics, woodworking, weaving and contemporary folk art. The institution opened in 1992 and has since exhibited unique items made by local craftsmen. Notably stands out the carved facade of the house, considered one of the most beautiful old buildings in the city.
A.L. Chizhevsky House-Museum
Kaluga, Moskovskaya St, 62
The Alexander Leonidovich Chizhevsky House-Museum is located in Kaluga at Moskovskaya Street, 62. It was opened in 2010 and is part of the State Museum of the History of Cosmonautics. The museum features materials about the scientist's life, his scientific achievements in aer ionization, heliobiology and electrogematology. There are also artworks created by Chizhevsky himself, who was known as an artist and poet.
Rakov House
Kaluga, Kirova St, 31
Rakov House situated at the intersection of Kirova and Lenin streets in Kaluga is a regional cultural heritage site. Built in 1911 according to architect Vasily Vinogradov's design, it originally served as merchant Pyotr Rakov's trading house. It combines retail halls, business offices and owner's living quarters. Entrance is at the corner softening the street crossing. Locally known as "Children's World" store or "Rakushka".
Terenin House
Kaluga, Starichkov Ln, 2/1
Terenin House in Kaluga is situated on Starichkov Lane, 2/1. Built at the beginning of the 20th century in the modern style, it is an object of federal cultural heritage. Completely restored in 2013 after a long history including periods when the building served as party and Komsomol structures. The project was developed by architects N.I. Novouspensky and N.L. Shevyakov. The mansion is clad with cement and granite chips and was built by millionaire Nikolay Terenin. Fixed fragment: "Komsomol" → "Komsomol" (no change needed, already in English)
Torubyayev House (Malyнин House)
Kaluga, 2-Y Krasnoarmeyskiy Ln, 10
The building at 2-Krasnoyarsky Pereulok, house 10 is an object of federal cultural heritage. It houses the military-historical center of the museum-reserve and regional branch of the Russian Military-Historical Society. Historian Dmitry Ivanovich Malinin worked here, publishing guides to Kaluga. A memorial room recreates his working office. The construction dates back to the second quarter of the 18th century and belongs to the Kaluga merchant family Torbauyevs. After the 2017 restoration, the building is open to visitors.
Golden Alley
Kaluga, Karla Marksa St
Golden Alley in Kaluga runs along the steep slope of Berezuysky Ravine. It emerged in the early 19th century under Governor Pyotr Kavrin and was previously called Big and Silver. Here there is a bust of Alexander Pushkin by sculptor Klimenko (1949), a memorial obelisk commemorating the city's foundation and a monument to victims of Stalin's repressions. At one end of the alley stands the House of Dukes' Assembly, at the other - a poet's bust.
Kaluga Oblast Philharmonic
Kaluga, Lenina St, 60
The Kaluga Regional Philharmonic is situated at Lenina Street, 60. Its history began on August 28, 1944 with the establishment of Kaluga Regional Concert-Estrada Bureau, which later, in 1957, transformed into a philharmonic. The current concert hall opened in 1971 to celebrate the 600th anniversary of Kaluga city. Since 2015, additional events have been held in the inner courtyard of the "Gostiny Dvor" complex.
Kaluga Museum of Fine Arts
Kaluga, Lenina St, 104
The Kaluga Museum of Fine Arts is housed in the main building of the city mansion of Bilbiny-Chistokletovy family, recognized as an object of federal cultural heritage. Founded in 1918, it has become the largest art collection in the Kaluga region, housing over 10,000 works of painting, graphics, sculpture and decorative-applied arts. The building, an architectural monument from the beginning of the 19th century, is included in the register of Russia's cultural heritage sites.
Kaluga Regional Drama Theatre
Kaluga, Teatralnaya Sq, 1
Kaluga Regional Drama Theatre opened in 1777 is one of Russia's oldest theaters. Established simultaneously with the creation of Kaluga Governorate under the initiative of Mikhail Nikitich Krechetnikov, it became an important center for Russian theatrical tradition. The first performance took place thanks to Vasily Ivanovich Maykov's play "Prologue on the Opening of Kaluga Governorate". Today, the theater remains the leading regional theater in the country.
Kaluga Youth Theatre
Kaluga, Marata St, 2
The Kaluga Youth Theatre opened in 1964 and since then has been an important cultural center of Kaluga city. The theatre moved to the former cinema "udarnik" after receiving its own premises in 1967. Already from the early years of its operation it became a significant place for Kaluga youth. In 1970, a children's theatrical studio was established at the theater, and in 1997 the institution received professional status and entered the register of Russian theaters.
Stone Bridge
Kaluga, across Berezuysky Ravine
Stone Bridge in Kaluga - the oldest and largest bridge in Russia built according to the type of ancient Roman viaducts. Its length is 112 meters, height - 23 meters, it rests on 15 large stone arches. Construction took place from 1777 to 1780 under the supervision of Kaluga's first provincial architect Pyotr Nikitin. The bridge spanning Berezuysky ravine is an object of federal cultural heritage.
Central Cinema
Kaluga, Kirova St, 31
Central Cinema Theatre in Kaluga opened on May 1, 1935 and was the first cinema of the city. It is situated at the intersection of Kirova and Lenin streets. In 2000, reconstruction took place with updates to the "blue" and "red" halls. A large "red" hall was added in 1984. The building features modern equipment for showing 3D films and was the first sound cinema in Kaluga after the 1937 reconstruction by architect V.N. Yanushkevich.
Merchant Assembly
Kaluga, Staryy Torg Sq, 9/10
The Building of Kupetskoe Sobranie in Kaluga, built from 1815 to 1816, is situated on Old Trade Square. Originally intended for the city merchants' society, it long served as a restaurant venue. After reconstruction in 1979, it housed the Center for Scientific and Technical Information, whose collection comprises over a million printed publications. The architectural appearance of the building complements the historical ensemble of the square.
K.E. Tsiolkovsky Memorial House-Museum
Kaluga, Tsiolkovskogo St, 79
The C.E. Tsiolkovsky House-Museum is located in Kaluga on Tsiolkovsky Street, 79. Here, Konstantin Eduardovich lived for 29 years, writing numerous significant works on aviation and astronautics. The house has been restored to its original state; all rooms are furnished with authentic exhibits. The museum opened on September 19, 1936. After the flood of 1908, the building was extended with a second floor featuring the scientist's working office. Since 1968, the museum has been presented as it appeared in 1933.
Monument to the 600th Anniversary of Kaluga
Kaluga, ul. Gagarina, near the bridge over Oka
The Monument to Kaluga's 600th Anniversary is located on Gagarin Street near the bridge over the Oka River. Its main part is a tall titanium pylon 50 meters high, with a large bronze sphere situated at its base. On either side of the pylon there are steles depicting historical episodes from the city over the past six centuries. The reliefs were made at the Leningrad Plant "Monumentsculpture". The monument was opened in 1977 following celebrations marking Kaluga's 600th anniversary and restored for its 650th anniversary in August 2021.
Crafts, Architecture and Lifestyle Museum
Kaluga, Kirova St, 45/16
The Museum of Crafts, Architecture and Everyday Life is situated in Gosteva-Tsyplakova's wooden house on Kirova Street in Kaluga. Established in 1991 by L.I. Fedorova and V.A. Tkachenko. It houses the School of Masters of Kaluga Clay Dolls. The building is an architectural monument from the late 19th century and the sole surviving structure with a mansard roof in the city. The second floor showcases historical plans of Kaluga and images of urban life. In 2001, the institution became a member of the Union of Russian Museums.
Alexey Zhela Glass Museum
Kaluga, Lenina St, 116
The Alexey Zhel Glass Museum is located in the historical building "Gostiny Dvor" at Lenin Street, 116 in Kaluga. It opened on December 28, 2016 and is the sole glass museum in Russia dedicated to the works of People's Artist of Russia Alexey Zhel. Here, an exhibition of his creations using an unusual material for Russian glassmaking—quartz glass—is displayed.
Nikitsky Church
Kaluga, Lenina St, 106
Nikitsky Church in Kaluga is situated at Lenina Street, 106. This stone building was constructed by parishioners in 1685. From 1799 to 1819 it served as the cathedral church of the city. In 2021, a Museum of Orthodox History on Kaluga Land was opened in its basement floor. There is also an spiritual enlightenment center operating there, along with Sunday schools for children and adults. A monument to Pyotr and Feodora Muromsky stands in the park near the church; the park was renovated in 2012.
Niccolo-Cosima Church
Kaluga, Nikolo-Kozinskaya St, 33
Nikolo-Kozhinskaya Church is situated in Kaluga on Nikolo-Kozhinskaya Street. The building of the temple was erected on the site of the former wooden structure transferred here in 1775-1779. In 1844, next to the church, an annex with two side chapels was added: one consecrated to the Theotokos of Tikhvin, another dedicated to Saints Moscow Pyotr, Alexis, Ioann, Philip and Hermogenes. A three-tier bell tower with a golden helmet-shaped dome was built nearby. The temple was constructed using funds from local residents.
Corobov's Palaces
Kaluga, Plekhanova St, 88
Korobov's Palaces — a monument of civil architecture from the 17th century situated on Plekhanova Street, 88 in Kaluga. This is the oldest residential building in the city, constructed in the style of Moscow "Naryshkin" baroque based on wooden chambers "two logs" with cellars, vestibules and porch. In 1897 it became home to the provincial historical museum, while since 1977 it houses the museum-ethnographic complex of the Kaluga united reserve museum.
Knyaz Moscow Ivan III Monument
Kaluga, Staryy Torg Sq
The monument to Grand Prince of Moscow Ivan III is situated on Old Trade Square in Kaluga. The solemn opening took place on November 12, 2017. The sculpture was created by Moscow master Andrey Korobtsov and has a height of 10.5 meters. Ivan III is known for completing the Great Standing on the Ugra River in 1480, freeing Russia from the Mongol-Tatar yoke. The artistic concept belongs to director Andrey Konchalovskiy.
Tsiolkovsky Park
Kaluga, intersection Akademika Koroleva St and Oktyabrskaya
Tsiolkovsky Park in Kaluga - the city's main attraction. At its center is the grave of prominent scientist K.E. Tsiolkovsky, designated as a federal monument. The park's territory is planned in classical traditions with straight alleys and clear zones. Two main alleys intersect at right angles, dividing the space into four equal parts.
Victory Square
Kaluga, Pobedy Sq
Victory Square in Kaluga - an object of regional cultural heritage. Here stands a 30-meter obelisk, a memorial figure of Mother-Russia with a model of a satellite and Eternal Flame of Glory. In the center of the square there is a monument to Marshal Zhukov, as well as rests of Unknown Soldier are buried. Architectural project developed by Perminov and Kireyev.
Court Houses
Kaluga, Ul. Bazhenova — Ul Emb
The Presence Places in Kaluga form an architectural ensemble situated on the high bank of the Oka River. They consist of buildings arranged in the shape of the letter "P" designed by architect Pyotr Nikitin and the first Kaluga governor Mikhail Kretchenkov. Construction began in 1780 and was completed in 1809 under the supervision of gubernatorial architect Ivan Yasnygin. This site is a federal-level cultural heritage monument. During the War of 1812, one of the buildings served as a military hospital.
St George's Cathedral "Beyond the Heights"
Kaluga, Baumana St, 14
The Holy-Georgievsky Cathedral in Kaluga is situated at Baumana Street, 14. This stone building constructed in 1701 is known for housing the miraculous Kaluga icon of the Mother of God. The cathedral served as a cathedral until 1999. Its upper iconostasis was made in Moscow Baroque style; its five-tiered iconostasis was created during the second half of the 18th century. Lower saints' icons date back to the late 16th - early 17th centuries. The name "za verkhom" originates from the local term "verkh", meaning ravine.
Holy-Trinity Cathedraal Sobor
Kaluga, Staryy Torg Sq, 4
Holy-Troitse Cathedral — the main church of Kaluga, situated in its historical center on Old Trade Square. The cathedral was built at the end of the 18th century according to architect Ivan Yasnygin's project and consecrated by Patriarch Alexius II in 1999. The dome of the cathedral, constructed without supports, is the largest in Russia and surpasses the size of Kazan Cathedral's dome in Saint Pyotrsburg by 2.5 meters. Construction lasted from 1786 to 1808.
Meeting of Korolev and Tsiolkovsky Sculptural Composition
Kaluga, intersection of Tsiolkovsky and Korolev streets
Sculptural composition "Meeting Korolev and Tsiolkovsky" is situated at the intersection of Tsiolkovsky and Korolev streets in Kaluga. The opening took place in 2011, commemorating the anniversary - 50th anniversary of the first manned space flight. The sculpture symbolizes the creative collaboration between Tsiolkovsky, the founder of space theory, and Korolev, an outstanding rocket and space technology designer. The composition is located in a small garden and is part of the city environment, close to the State Museum of the History of Cosmonautics.
Voskresenskaya Street
Kaluga, Voskresenskaya St
Voskresenskaya Street in Kaluga is one of the city's most beautiful historical streets. Here, there has been virtually unchanged old construction preserved. The name comes from the lost Voskresenskaya church. In the 18th century, the street was inhabited by craftsmen of various professions. On Voskresenskaya, the first cobblestone pavement of Kaluga appeared and asphalt laying began in the city. Also, famous films were shot here.
Theater Street
Kaluga, Teatralnaya St
Theatrical Street in Kaluga connects Theatrical Square and Old Bazaar Square. There is a bronze sculpture of Konstantin Tsiolkovsky on a bicycle named "Dreams About Sky". In 2009, an interactive signpost "Zero Kilometer" was installed there, surrounded by a recreated fragment of XIX century pavement. Residents call the pedestrian street "Kaluzhsky Arbat". Tsiolkovsky's sculpture is interactive: visitors can pedal and sit in the saddle.
Zolotarev Estate
Kaluga, Pushkina St, 14
Zolotarev Estate in Kaluga on Pushkin Street, 14 stands out due to the preservation of ancient paintings, parquet flooring, marble elements and plasterwork created during construction from 1805-1808 under the supervision of Italian master Santino Campioni. Currently, it houses Kaluga Regional Museum of Local Lore featuring departments of history and nature. Exhibits in these departments depict life in the region through dioramas showcasing flora and fauna of Kaluga Oblast throughout different seasons.
Holy George "Behind the Benches" Temple
Kaluga, Voskresenskaya St, 25/2
Georgy Church "Behind the Benches" in Kaluga - a stone building erected in 1700. Is a federal cultural heritage site. After being transferred to the Kaluga diocese in 2009, restoration work has been underway. In the 1930s, it lost its upper parts of the bell tower and domes. It features a four-sided roof with five domes in the center and a bell tower with four narrowing tiers. The church's quadrangle retains the architectural features of the 17th century and is named due to its location behind the former Gostiny Dvor ("benches").
Hospitaller Saints Cosmas and Damian Church
Kaluga, Suvorova St, 177/16
The Church of Cosmas and Damian in Kaluga is situated at Suvorova Street, 177/16. The building is a republican architectural monument since 1960. The stone church was consecrated in 1794 under the name of Spassky. After being closed in 1937 it was initially used as a detention facility, later post-war years housed garages and warehouses. In 1992 the building returned to the Kaluga eparchy, and in August 1998 Archbishop Clement consecrated the central chapel, restoring regular worship services.
Center "Dostoinstvo"
Kaluga, Lenina Street, 108, bldg. 1
Center "Dostoinstvo" in Kaluga is located at Lenina St., 108/1. Regular free classes for children and adults take place here, including masterclasses, concerts, meetings, lectures and exhibitions. There is a ceramics and clay studio for kids from age 4, a film studio for teenagers aged 8 to 16, as well as a museum of russian orthodox culture and libraries with video collections. Adults can participate in programs on handicrafts, folk singing, and poetry and literature clubs.
John the Baptist Church
Kaluga, Moskovskaya St, 30
The Church of John the Baptist stands on Moscow Street, in the very heart of Kaluga city. The building is executed in the baroque style. Here there is kept a relic of Saint John the Baptist's remains and venerated among locals is the Tikhvin Icon of the Mother of God brought here from a neighboring house in memory of a deceased young man.
Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin on the Rampart
Kaluga, Marata St, 4
Stonecut Church of Pokrov Presvyatoy Bogoroditsy, also known as "na rvu", is situated in Kaluga on Marata Street, 4. It is the oldest surviving church in the city, built in 1687. Since 1960 it has been a monument of republican architectural significance. At the temple there operates a pilgrimage service since 1996, and inside there is a baptismal font for adult immersion baptism. After restoration, the church actively serves for regular worship services. The first written mention of the church dates back to 1593.
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