Yoshkar-Ola
41 places
Arkhangel'skaya Sloboda
Йошкар-Ола, Архангельская слобода
Arkhangelskaya Sloboda in Yoshkar-Ola is a picturesque city corner near Republic Square and the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It includes 11 bright houses with towers and arched windows, as well as animal and bird figures on the roofs. In 2013, a sculpture called "Yoshkini Koshki" was installed. This is a popular spot for tourist photo sessions.
Blagoveshchenskaya Tower
Йошкар-Ола, площадь Республики и Пресвятой Девы Марии
Blagoveshchenskaya Tower in Yoshkar-Ola is located on Republic Square and Holy Mary's Precinct. It is part of the architectural ensemble of the square and a reduced copy of Spasskaya Tower of Moscow Kremlin with Flemish-Gothic architecture elements. Through its arch pedestrians walk from Chavain Boulevard to Theatre Bridge. The tower is popular among tourists as a place for photo sessions.
Victory Boulevard
Йошкар-Ола, бульвар Победы
Victory Boulevard in Yoshkar-Ola starts from Druzhby Stadium and leads to the Memorial Complex of Military Glory, passing through Central Park of Culture and Rest. Along the route there are monuments including "Family" and famous lovers' bench. This is a popular place for city residents and tourists connecting important urban landmarks.
Chaville Avenue
Йошкар-Ола, бульвар Чавайна
Chavain Boulevard in Yoshkar-Ola is named after Sergey Chavain, founder of Mari literature. It is the city's largest pedestrian zone starting from Kirova Street and leading through the center to Brugge Embankment and Theatre Bridge. There is a cascade fountain and an arch made of red brick known as the local Spasskaya Tower (Blagoveshchenskaya).
Resurrection Embankment
Йошкар-Ола, Воскресенская набережная
Voskresenskaya naberezhnaya v Yoshkar-Ole privlachaet turistov pamyatnikom Rembrandtu i Muzeyem istorii Pravoslaviya. Ona vkhodit v gorodskij turisticheskij ruten i predlagaet prekrasnye vidi na naberezhnu Brugge i Patriarsheyu ploshchad. Naberezhnaya raspolozhena na levom beregu reki Malaya Kokshaga.
ItalianGarden(MediciGarden)
Йошкар-Ола, Архангельская слобода
Italian park located in the center of Yoshkar-Ola near Arkhangel'skaya sloboda is a popular walking area. The main attractions are the sculpture of Lorenzo the Magnificent Medici sitting on a throne and the statue "Yoshkina koшка" installed in 2013.
Catholic Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Йошкар-Ола, Воскресенская набережная, 32
The Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is the main church of Yoshkar-Ola and the Yoshkar-Ola and Mari El Diocese. It is located on the picturesque Воскресенская Embankment by the banks of the Little Kokshaga River and is an important part of the cityscape, visible from the Bruges Embankment. The cathedral is part of the architectural ensemble of Patriarch Square and stands out among other buildings due to its grandeur and beauty.
Mariinsky Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre named after E. Sapaev
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Комсомольская, 130
Ermak Mari State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre named after E. Sapaev is located in Yoshkar-Ola at Komсомольskaya street, 130. Founded in 1994, it bears the name of a famous Mari composer. Its repertoire includes national operas ("Akpaty", "Aldyar") and ballets ("Forest Legend"), as well as performances of world composers including notable works by Carl Orff. The theatre actively collaborates with leading experts from various countries and Russian cities. In summer, open performances take place on the territory of Tsarevkoksheysky Kremlin.
Mariinsky Drama Theatre имени M. Shketan
Йошкар-Ола, площадь Ленина, 2
Mari State Drama Theatre named after M. Shketan located in Yoshkar-Ola on Lenin Square. It is the oldest cultural institution of the region known for its performances in Mari language. Unique theatrical experiences based on traditions of the Mari people are presented here. Nearby the theatre there is a bust of its founder - Yakov Mayorov-Shketan unveiled in 1987.
Museum of Orthodox History
Йошкар-Ола, Воскресенская набережная, 12
The Museum of the History of Orthodoxy is located on the banks of the Small Kokshaga River in Yoshkar-Ola. It introduces visitors to the history of the spread of Orthodox Christianity in the Mari region. The museum opened in 2016 and is a branch of the National Museum of the republic.
City History Museum of Yoshkar-Ola
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Вознесенская, 45
Yaroslavl City History Museum is located on Voznesenskaya Street in the historical center of the city. Its collection includes archaeological findings, ethnographic materials, items of applied art and photographs from various eras. The permanent exhibition traces the city's history from its founding in the 16th century to the 20th century. The museum's holdings exceed 17,000 exhibits.
Ceramic Museum
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Советская, 104/1
The Ceramic Museum in Yoshkar-Ola is located at ulitsa Sovetskaya, 104/1. Founded in 2002 by potter Igor' Strelnikov, it is housed in a historical building of Naumov merchant's mansion. The exhibition includes works by Mari masters made from ceramic. The building itself is an architectural value and attracts tourists.
Silvertooth Pampalche Folklore Museum
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Советская, 104
The Museum of Mari Fairy Tale "Serebrozubaya Pampalche" is located in Yoshkar-Ola, on the territory of Tsaritsyno-Kokshaisky Kremlin. Visitors learn about folk legends and beliefs of the Mari people, discover traditions and culture through national costumes and souvenirs. They can participate in master classes for making ornaments with traditional patterns and leather bracelets. Also, interactive events are held where guests can try on traditional outfits.
Museum of Folk Applied Arts
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Чернышевского, 23
The Museum of Folk Applied Arts is located in a historical one-story wooden house with a mansard roof at Yoshkar-Ola, Chernyshevskogo Street, 23. The building, built in 1907, is an historic and architectural monument of the Republic of Mari El and is protected by the state. Since 1999, it has hosted an exhibition of folk craft products made by Maritime masters displayed in a building decorated with intricate classical style carvings.
Open-Air Museum of Folk Fairy Tale
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Советская, 105
Open-air Folk Tale Museum in Yoshkar-Ola is located at Sovetskaya Street, house 105. It was established by enthusiasts Sergey Slesarev and Gennady Efremov. Visitors can see famous fairy tale characters such as Tsarевна-lягушка, Ivan-czarевич and Baba-yaga, as well as Mari epic heroes - Chotkar the knight and Khan Akpars. The exhibition consists of sculptures directly on the facade of a residential building and is free to visit around the clock.
Bruges Promenade
Йошкар-Ола, набережная Брюгге
Brugge Embankment in Yoshkar-Ola is the city's main tourist attraction located by the banks of the Little Kokshaga River. The buildings of the embankment are made in a characteristic Belgian Flemish style with cozy gingerbread houses. In front of the City Hall there is a monument to Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III. Lacy facades hide various republican ministries. This is one of the most popular places for photo sessions in Yoshkar-Ola.
National Gallery
Йошкар-Ола, Ленинский проспект, 24
The National Art Gallery in Yoshkar-Ola is located at Lenina Prospekt, 24. The building is designed in the style of Italian Renaissance by architect V.P. Gorbany. Inside there are paintings, graphics, sculptures and items of Mari folk art. There is a Resource Center for children and teenagers, regular exhibitions from collections of Russian and world museums as well as private displays. The gallery is closely linked to the State Russian Museum through the Cultural Exhibition Centre.
National Museum of Mari El named after T. Evseev
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Советская, 153
The National Museum of the Mari El Republic named after T. Yevseev is located in Yoshkar-Ola at ulitsa Sovetskaya, 153. Founded on March 4, 1920, it houses over 228,000 exhibits including archaeological artifacts of ancient Mari people from the 6th to 13th centuries, works by early Mari painters of the 20th century and materials about Orthodox Christianity. The museum has branches: the Museum of the History of Orthodoxy and a children's exhibition center. In 2024, a patriotic center "Heroes of the Fatherland" opened.
Yoskin Cat Monument
Йошкар-Ола, Ленинский проспект, у входа в МарГУ
The "Yoskin Cat" monument is located on Lenin's проспект in Yoshkar-Ola, in front of the Mari State University entrance. It was installed in 2011 and quickly became a symbol of the city. According to local lore, touching the statue's paw and making a wish can make it come true. The cat's image is taken from a local euphemism "Yoskin cat," where the name of the city sounds similar to the first part of the expression. The sculpture is also popular among tourists due to souvenir products featuring its image.
Family Monument
Йошкар-Ола, бульвар Победы
The "Family" Monument in Yoshkar-Ola is located on Pobeda Boulevard. It was solemnly opened on August 10, 2007. The sculpture by Andrey Kovalyukh depicts a man, a woman and a small boy leading his parents forward. The bronze composition symbolizes family values and intergenerational continuity.
Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III Monument
Йошкар-Ола, набережная Брюгге
Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III monument is located in Yoshkar-Ola on Bruges Embankment. It was opened in 2012 and installed opposite the new registry office building. The sculpture symbolizes love, fidelity and happy marriage, embodying a strict and simple aristocratic style.
Yyvan Kyrlé Monument
Йошкар-Ола, привокзальная площадь
Yyvan Kyrlä's monument is located on the square in front of Yoshkar-Ola railway station. A bronze sculpture depicts an actor in the role of homeless boy Mustafa from the famous Soviet film "Life Begins Again". Kyrly, a Mari and Soviet artist born in the Republic of Mari El, became known for his talent and role in the first Soviet sound film. The monument is next to the city railway station.
Lorenzo Medici Monument
Йошкар-Ола, Итальянский парк (площадь Юбилейная)
Lorenzo Medici Monument in Yoshkar-Ola is located in Italian Park on Jubilee Square. The sculpture depicts Lorenzo the Magnificent seated on a throne. Behind his throne there is a lion with heraldic shield, and above the throne a muse is hovering, crowning Lorenzo with a laurel wreath. In 2013 an additional sculpture "Yoshka Cat" was installed nearby.
Pyotr and Feofania Monument
Йошкар-Ола, Патриаршая площадь
On Patriarch Square in Yoshkar-Ola there is a monument to saints Pyotr and Feodora symbolizing their love and loyalty to each other. The sculpture depicts a couple standing in a boat surrounded by a cascading fountain with lighting. Nearby is a chapel of Pyotr and Feodora built in 2011 in traditional Russian style. The monument was opened to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Mari El Republic.
Rembrandt Monument
Йошкар-Ола, Воскресенская набережная
Rembrandt Monument in Yoshkar-Ola is located on Voskresenskaya Embankment. It is a bronze sculpture of the artist holding palette, brushes and muller on a granite pedestal. The monument was unveiled on November 1, 2013 during the exhibition "Big Volga".
I.A.Obolensky-Nogotkov Monument
Йошкар-Ола, площадь Оболенского-Ноготкова
The monument to Governor Ivan Akimovich Obolensky-Nogotkov stands on his namesake square in Yoshkar-Ola. A six-meter-high sculpture weighing six tons depicts a warrior proudly sitting on a horse with weapons in hand. He was the first governor of Tsaritsynokokshaysk, founded in 1584. The monument's opening took place on May 8, 2007; its design sketch was created by Andrey Kovalkhuk, secretary of the Union of Russian Artists.
Republican Museum of Fine Arts
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Гоголя, 15
The Republican Museum of Fine Arts is located in Yoshkar-Ola at Gogol Street, 15. Established in 1981 as an exhibition hall, it has been functioning since 1990 as a full-fledged museum collecting collections of modern Mari fine arts. Its three-story halls display exhibitions of various scales allowing to showcase both intimate and monumental works. It operates daily from 10:00 to 18:00 except on Mondays.
Republican Puppet Theatre
Йошкар-Ола, Царьградский проспект, 35
Republican Puppet Theatre in Yoshkar-Ola is located on Tsargradsky Prospect near Pyotr and Feofania Chapel. The building's architecture resembles famous German castle Neuschwanstein making it popular for photo sessions. The theatre is especially loved by families with children due to its performances of plays and musicals; ticket prices start from 350 rubles. The theatre operates weekdays from 11:30 to 18:00, weekends from 09:00 to 15:00.
Russian Drama Theatre named after G. Konstantinov
Йошкар-Ола, площадь Никонова, 1
The Russian Drama Theatre named after G. Konstantinov is located in the center of Yoshkar-Ola on Nikonova Square. It is the leading dramatic theatre of the Republic of Mari El where plays are staged in Russian. The building of the theatre is named after prominent cultural figure Геннадий Константинов.
"Tree of Life Sculpture"
Йошкар-Ола, Центральный парк культуры и отдыха
The sculpture "Tree of Life" is located in the Central Park of Culture and Rest in Yoshkar-Ola. It is a three-figure bronze composition over three meters high, unveiled on November 4, 2008. The figures symbolize three generations of the Mari people: a young man with a drum, a man with a flute, and an elder with a psaltery. The work was created by renowned Russian sculptor Andrey Kovalkhuk. The sculpture has become a symbol of the national culture of the Republic of Mari El.
Gabriel Sculpture
Йошкар-Ола, площадь Республики и Пресвятой Девы Марии
Gabriel Archangel Sculpture - central part of the Republic and Holy Mary Square fountain in Yoshkar-Ola. The largest city fountain stands out for its size and beauty of sculpture. The archangel looks at the historical Arkhangelskaya Sloboda district, and his solemn opening gathered many city residents and guests.
Assumption Cathedral (Assumption Church)
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Вознесенская, 31
Two-story Voznesenskaya Church in Yoshkar-Ola built in 1756 by merchant Pchelin is in Russian baroque style. Located near Tsarevkokshaisky Kremlin and one of the oldest city buildings. After transferring the church to the Russian Orthodox Church in 1992 restoration works began but belfry and some decorative elements were lost earlier.
Holy Resurrection Cathedral
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Вознесенская, 45
The Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ is located in Yoshkar-Ola on Patriarch Square. Its main attraction is a clock tower where figurines of twelve apostles come out every three hours. The architectural complex resembles Count Sheremetyev's castle in Yurino and is part of the "Twelve Apostles" ensemble. The clock tower has a unique animated composition depicting the apostles.
Fountain "To Space"
Йошкар-Ола, сквер Космонавтов
In Yoshkar-Ola, in the Cosmonauts Garden, there is a fountain called "To Space." It was solemnly opened in 1975 near the monument to the first Soviet satellite. The central part of the fountain is a metal composition depicting an astronaut floating in zero gravity amidst intertwining planetary orbits. From the nozzles located at the bottom of the pool, water jets periodically erupt.
Seraphim-of-Sаров-Church
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Мира, 21а
Seraphim of Sarov Temple is located in Yoshkar-Ola on Mira Street, 21a. It is one of the most popular religious buildings in the city with a high rating of 5.0 on 2GIS. The temple has three branches in Yoshkar-Ola.
Hagia Maria Sousteliou
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Успенская, 40
The Church of the Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Yoshkar-Ola is located at Uspenskaya Street, 40 near the Government House. Built from 2003 to 2011 and named after Moscow's Dormition Cathedral. It is a two-story brick building with five domes and a tall bell tower. The opening of the church coincided with the celebration of the 60th anniversary of Victory Day in World War II.
Tsarevkokhsajskij Kreml'
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Вознесенская, 49
Tsarevkokhsajskij Kremlin in Yoshkar-Ola is a historical complex with four brick towers and walls. There is a monument to Tsar Fedor Ioannovich, who founded the city in 1584. Regularly held here are theatrical performances, fairs and historical festivals. An exhibition "Legend of Tsarev Grad", archaeological exhibit "Archaeology of the Mari El Republic" is open. Also running reconstructions of ancient artillery exhibits. Free entry.
Tsar Cannon
Йошкар-Ола, площадь Оболенского-Ноготкова
Yoshkar-Olskaya kopiya Tsar-pushki, razzhzhavshaya na ploschadi Obolenskogo-Nogotkova, je totcheskoy replikoy originalnoy moskovskoy pushki, otlitoy v 1586 godu Andreev Chokhom. Nevosmochestvennaya vido, ona kak i original ne prednaznachena dlya strelby. Rjadom nakhoditsya Natsionalnaya khudozhestvennaya galereya.
Central Park of Culture and Rest
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Комсомольская, 124
Central Park of Culture and Rest in Yoshkar-Ola combines areas for quiet rest with an amusement park. One can see sculpture "Tree of Life" symbolizing continuity of generations, shady alleys and cozy cafes here. The park's feature is beginning of Chavaina Boulevard leading to Bruges Embankment. In the park there are old 18th century church - Ascension Cathedral, memorial to Chernobyl liquidators and Memorial Complex of Military Glory.
Church of the Holy Trinity
Йошкар-Ола, ул. Анисимовская, 5
The Church of the Holy Trinity is located in Yoshkar-Ola on Aнисимовская Street, 5. It is one of the most frequently visited Orthodox churches in the city with a high rating among parishioners (5.0 on 2GIS).
Twelve Apostles Clock Tower
Йошкар-Ола, Патриаршая площадь, ул. Вознесенская, 49
On Patriarch Square in Yoshkar-Ola there are unique clocks "12 Apostles". In 2011, here appeared the only Russian chimes with moving apostle sculptures led by Jesus Christ. Every day, every three hours from nine in the morning until nine in the evening, twelve figures come out of the tower accompanied by music. The building of the clock is made in the style of Sheremetev Castle from Yurino.
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