Vladikavkaz
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Vakhtangov Academic Russian Theatre
Владикавказ, площадь Ленина, 3
The Academic Russian Theater named after E. Vakhtangov is the oldest theatrical institution in Northern Caucasus founded in 1869. It is located in the historical center of Vladikavkaz at Lenin Square, 3. Since 1996 it bears the name of outstanding Russian director Evgeniy Vakhtangov and has the status of an academic theater.
Evgeniy-Vakhtangov-Teater
Владикавказ, улица Чермена Баева, 17 / Армянская улица, 2
Evgeniy Vahtangov House is located in the historical center of Vladikavkaz near the Iron Bridge and Armenian church. In 2023, a branch of the famous State Academic Theater named after Evgeniy Vahtangov, associated with the name of the outstanding Russian director, was opened here. The building attracts attention by its location and significance in the cultural life of the region.
Дом-музей Коста Хетагурова
Владикавказ, улица Бутырина, 19 / улица Ботоева, 4
Kosta Hetagurov's House-Museum is located in a historical building constructed in 1864 previously known as Mikhailov's estate. The poet lived there from 1901 to 1902. The museum opened on October 12, 1979 and recreates the atmosphere of early 20th century. Exhibition includes interiors and items from that era.
Ilinsky Church
Владикавказ, улица Дзержинского, 70
Ilyinskaya Church is located at Vladikavkaz's Meshchanovskoe Cemetery, at Dzerzhinsky Street, 70. It is an architectural monument and was built as a chapel of Prophet Elijah in 1888, officially consecrated in 1895. Despite the difficult times of Soviet era, this church remained the only active Orthodox parish in Vladikavkaz.
Memorial to Glory
Владикавказ, Красногвардейский парк, Мемориал Славы
Memorial of Glory in Vladikavkaz — architectural and sculptural complex opened in 2005 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Victory. The heart of the memorial is a column with a figure of Saint George symbolizing the protection of Motherland. Entrance is designed as a majestic triumphal arch emphasizing the significance of the event.
Mukhtovov Mosque
Владикавказ, улица Коцоева, 62
Mukhortov Mosque located in Vladikavkaz on Koceva Street is a federal cultural heritage site built from 1900 to 1908. The building stands out with its architectural motifs of Arab style and resembles Cairo mosques of the X-XII centuries. It is one of the main city attractions situated on the left bank of the Terek River.
Vladikavkaz City History Museum
Владикавказ, улица Кирова, 50
The Museum of City History of Vladikavkaz is located at Kirova Street, 50. It tells about the historical development of the city from the time of founding the fortress to the modern period. The special interest is an exhibition dedicated to the editorial office and printing house of the newspaper "Terek" of the late 19th century. The museum opened in 1994, commemorating the 210th anniversary of Vladikavkaz.
Costa-Хetagurov-Museum-of-Ossetian-Literature
Владикавказ, Музейный переулок, 3
The Museum of Ossetian Literature named after Kosta Hetagurov is located in the historical center of Vladikavkaz at Museum Lane, 3. The building of the museum is an architectural monument and previously served as the Terek Region Museum. Since 1940, an exhibition reflecting the development of Ossetian literature has been presented here.
V.V. Tkhapsayev Museum of Theatrical Arts
Владикавказ, улица Максима Горького, 30
V.V. Tkhapsaev Theatre Museum is located in Vladikavkaz on Maxim Gorky Street, 30. It was opened in 1994 in a historical building previously owned by architect Pavel Schmidt. The museum's exhibition covers the history of theatrical culture in North Ossetia from pre-revolutionary times to the present day, including important documents and artifacts from both Soviet and modern periods.
National Museum of Republic North Ossetia-Alania
Владикавказ, проспект Мира, 11
The National Museum of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania is located in Vladikavkaz at Mira Avenue, 11. Founded in 1893, it originally was called the Terek Oblast Museum. Today, it is a leading scientific and exhibition center of the region, housed in the historical building of former merchant Khodyakov's mansion.
Lenin Monument
Владикавказ, площадь Ленина
The monument to Vladimir Illych Lenin in Vladikavkaz is located on his name square and is a federal value monument. The solemn opening took place on November 6, 1957, to commemorate the forty-year anniversary of the October Revolution. The total height of the monument with the pedestal reaches about 12 meters.
Costa Heteragurow Monument
Владикавказ, площадь Карла Маркса
Costa Hetsagurov Monument in Vladikavkaz is located on Karl Marx Square and dedicated to the outstanding Ossetian writer. It was opened on January 16, 1955 near the future building of the Ossetian Theatre. The monument's height reaches 13 meters and it is a federal level cultural heritage site.
Costa_Hetagurov_Park
Владикавказ, проспект Мира, центральный вход в парк
Kosta Hetsaguro Park — the oldest park of Northern Caucasus located on the right bank of Terek River in Vladikavkaz's center. Named after Ossetian poet Kosta Hetsaguro in 1939 for his 80th birthday. Surrounded by Chugunny and Kirov bridges, it is a popular recreation spot for city residents.
Lenin Square
Владикавказ, площадь Ленина
Lenin Square is located in the center of Vladikavkaz and borders with Mira Avenue. Previously it was called Theatre Square due to the dramatic theater situated there. In 1957 after reconstruction it got its current name in honor of Lenin and a new monument to him was installed.
World Avenue
Владикавказ, проспект Мира
World Avenue in Vladikavkaz is the city's central street, representing its historical and cultural core. It features a monument of town-planning and architecture with a boulevard that has the status of a botanical nature monument. Along the entire length of the avenue are concentrated buildings in styles such as modernism and eclecticism, museums, theaters, and city monuments.
Holy-Georges Cathedral
Владикавказ, улица Барбашова, 38
The Holy Georgievsky Cathedral in Vladikavkaz is the main church of the Vladikavkaz Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church. Its construction took place from 1996 to 2003, and the solemn consecration took place in 2022 by order of Patriarch Kirill. The cathedral is dedicated to Saint George the Victorious.
North Ossetian State Philharmonic
Владикавказ, улица Миллера, 34
North Ossetian State Philharmonic is located in the historical building of former Lutheran church at Vladiikavkaz, Miller Street, 34. Established in 1944, it became the main concert venue and an important cultural center of North Ossetia. The building is a regional heritage site.
V.V.Tsapsaev North Ossetian Theatre
Владикавказ, улица Карла Маркса, 77
Vladikavkaz, ulitsa Karla Marksa, 77. Severo-Osetinskiy gosudarstvenny akademicheskiy teatr imeni V.V. Tkhapsaeva zakladannyy v 1935 godu i stanovitsya glavnym natsionalnym dramaticheskim teatrom Severnoy Osetii. Novoe zdanie teatra postroeno v 1968 godu na baze byvshego Apsheronskogo ploshchadka.
North Ossetian Opera and Ballet Theatre
Владикавказ, улица Тхапсаева, 18
North Ossetian Opera and Ballet Theatre is located at Tshapsaeva Street, 18 in Vladikavkaz. Founded in 1958, it operates as an operatic and ballet theatre since its premiere of opera "Great Friendship" in 1972. The building of the theatre is situated on the bank of the Terek River and recognized as a regional cultural heritage site.
Dancing Soslan Fountain
Владикавказ, площадь Ленина
In the center of Lenin's Square in Vladikavkaz is the fountain "Dancing Soslan on Uaцамонга's Bowl". Built in 1960 on the site of the former cinema "Pioneer", it features a sculpture of the hero of Ossetian epic Soslan dancing on top of the bowl of mythical creature Uaцамонга. The fountain blends harmoniously with the unified ensemble of the square, where there is also a monument to Vladimir Lenin.
Holy Nativity Cathedral
Владикавказ, Осетинская горка
The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is located on Ossetskaya Hill in Vladikavkaz and is the oldest Orthodox church in the city. The first stone building appeared here in 1823, later, in 1861, it was replaced by a new building in classical style. Around the church there is a necropolis with burials of prominent figures from the history and culture of the Ossetian people.
Художественный музей имени М. С. Туганова
Владикавказ, проспект Мира, 12
The M.S. Tuganov Art Museum is located in Vladikavkaz at Mira Avenue, 12. It is a state art center combining collections of Russian and Ossetian fine arts. The museum building is an architectural monument of Russian modernism built in 1903 by merchant B.G. Oganov. Founded in 1939, it received its current name in 1971 in honor of artist Maharbek Tuganov.
Saint Gregory the Enlightener Church
Владикавказ, улица Чермена Баева, 15 / Армянская улица, 1
Saint Gregory the Enlightener Church - an active Armenian church located in Vladikavkaz on Chermen Baeva Street and Armenian Street. The temple building was built in 1868 and is situated near the Iron Bridge on the right bank of the Terek River. It is one of the significant architectural and historical landmarks of the city.
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