Ryazan
31 places
FSIN Academy of Russia
Ryazan, Sennaya St, 1
FSIN Academy Russia is situated in Ryazan on Sennaya Street, 1. Established in 1934 as courses for patrol inspectors of police, today it is a leading university within the Federal Penitentiary Service system. Since 2005, the academy has been named FSIN Academy Russia and conducts training of specialists for the country's penal execution system. Educational programs cover legal, economic, management and psychological fields.
Borisoglebsky Cathedral
Ryazan, Sennaya St, 32
Borisoglebsky Cathedral Is Located On Sennaya Street In Ryazan. It Was Known To Have Served As The Riazan Bishops' Cathedra From 1288 To 1522. The Church Has Three Altar Chambers: One Was Dedicated To The Icon Of Our Lady Since 1799; Another Honored Saint Bishop Vasily Of Ryazan And St. John The New With Services Starting In 1840; Additionally, There Is An Annexed Altar For Prince Roman Of Ryazan And Seraphim Of Sarov, Which Was Consecrated In 1969. The Stone Structure Was Designed By Architect Yakov Grigoryevich Bukhvostov. After Restoring Its Interior Between 1969 And 1971, Artists From Palekh Worked On Its Decoration.
Upper City Garden
Ryazan, Verhny Gorodskoy Sad
Upper City Garden in Ryazan is known for its Travelers' Alley where busts of famous explorers and sailors are installed: Semenov-Tyan-Shansky, Golovnin and Admiral Avinov. The garden also includes Stone Garden started in 2001 with a boulder from Bolshoy Zelenchuk. Previously there was an estate belonging to lawyer Sergey Klimov associated with revolutionary Natalya Klimova.
Oleg's Palace
Ryazan, kremlin, 15
Oleg Palace in Ryazan is situated on the territory of the Kremlin. It is a three-story building with a rectangular plan constructed on the site of an ancient princely court. Its architectural style combines elements of baroque and russian terem. The facade is decorated with a baroque gable and characteristic terem windows. The name is associated with the image of Prince Oleg Ivanovich, previously located on the gable. The total area of the palace is about 2530 sq. m. The western part of the building now belongs to the Ryazan diocese.
Kremlin Grove
Ryazan, Sobornaya Sq
Kremlinsky Sqare - a regular park situated near the formal entrance to Ryazan Kremlin. It was formed on Ilyinskaya Square starting from the 18th century when the general plan approved by Catherine II was adopted. In the 1950s, the square was improved and approaches to the kremlin via Glebovsky Bridge were arranged. From here you can see picturesque valleys of Trubizh River and Oka River. There is a monument to Sergey Yesenin in the square, as well as it is part of the city's protected historical center.
Lybytsky Boulevard
Ryazan, Lybedskiy Blvd
Lybedsky Boulevard - pedestrian street in the center of Ryazan, running through the ancient part of the city. It connects key attractions of the central area, including the circus and Ryazan's Kremlin. The boulevard's name is linked to the Lyubed River which once flowed along its territory dividing the city into two parts. Today the boulevard follows the valley of the former river keeping its natural course undeveloped.
Long Range Aviation Museum
Ryazan, Belyakova St, 11
The Long Range Aviation Museum in Ryazan is located at Belyakova Street, 11. Its exhibition includes five halls covering an area of 416 sq. m and an open airfield with aviation equipment, including a Tu-16 aircraft. Visitors can see authentic photographs, letters, maps from pre-war and wartime periods, personal belongings, uniforms and medals of pilots, as well as unique exhibits such as the navigator Alexander Belyakov's mask and the working coat of aircraft designer Andrey Tupolev. Since its opening it has been visited by over 151,000 people.
Museum of Airborne Forces History
Ryazan, Margelova Sq, 1
The Museum of the History of Airborne Troops is located in Ryazan on Margelova Square. Opened in 1972, it tells the story of airborne troops from their creation to present day. Exhibits are displayed in the historical building of the former spiritual seminary built in 1816. Among the exhibits there is a diorama "Airborne Desent Heroism under Vyazma" and a recreated office of General MargeⱩ, commander of the VDV. The building is a XIX century architectural monument.
Museum of Youth Movement History
Ryazan, Svobody St, 79
The Museum of Youth Movement History is located in an historical building on Freedom Street in Ryazan. Built in 1876, it is a federal cultural heritage site. Since 1991, the museum has borne its current name. Its collections include over 20,000 exhibits, with photographs and written documents predominating. A special place is occupied by "Hall of Valor and Glory," dedicated to heroes from Ryazan's region. Previously, this building housed the Ryazan Komsomol club. Cyrillic fragment fixed: Komsomol → Komsomol (transliterated)
Solzhenitsyn Museum Center
Ryazan, Nikolodvoryanskaya St, 24/42
A. I. Solzhenitsyn Museum Center in Ryazan is situated at Nikoldvoranskaya Street, 24/42. It is a federal-level cultural heritage site opened in 2019. An exhibition dedicated to Solzhenitsyn's Nobel Prize is presented here, along with sections recounting the literary history of Ryazan's region from the 19th to 20th centuries and the fates of its inhabitants through the writer's works. Special attention is given to reconstructing Solzhenitsyn's study and the "Life Line" section depicting the home's history through the lives of its residents. Additionally, an auditorium has been organized for hosting exhibitions, conferences and educational events.
I.P. Pavlov Estate-Museum
Ryazan', ul. Pavlova, 25 and 27
Ivan Pyotrovich Pavlov's mansion-museum is located in Ryazan at ulitsa Pavlova, 25 and 27. It is a memorial complex including two houses, farm buildings, summer pavilion, bathhouse and well. The estate, which belongs to federal cultural heritage sites, retains the atmosphere of the 19th century. Here the future scientist was born and raised, calling his parents' home "a little house with a gable roof and three windows". The complex also includes an administrative building of the scientific center operating to preserve and promote Pavlov's legacy.
Yevpatii Kolovrat Monument
Ryazan, Pochtovaya Sq
At Ryazan's Post Office Square, there stands a monument to Yevpatii Kolovrat, unveiled on October 18, 2007. The warrior is depicted riding a horse, his red granite pedestal reminiscent of the blood shed during the battle for the sacking of Ryazan by Baty's troops. The project architect is Vladislav Lavrentiev. Funds were raised through voluntary donations. Yevpatii Kolovrat has become a symbol of local people's steadfastness and heroism.
Sergei Yesenin Monument
Ryazan, Trubezhnaya Emb
In Ryazan, on Trubezhny Boulevard, there is a monument to the great Russian poet Sergey Yesenin. A bronze sculpture 420 cm high depicts the poet with outstretched arms, as if he rises above the ground, immersed in inspired reading of his poems. The pedestal is made of granite and measures 190x220x640 cm. The composition was created by sculptor Alexander Pavlovich Kibalnikov, and the architect is R.A. Begunts.
Lenin Square
Ryazan, Lenina Sq
Lenin Square is the central square of Ryazan. It arose in the 18th century on the site of former Grain and New Market squares. Now it passes through the city's historical center's main axis. Here there is a monument to Lenin, unveiled in 1957. Previously, the square was accessed via Moscow Street from which three other streets branched off at an angle. Regular layout of the square was approved in 1780.
Post Street
Ryazan, Pochtovaya St
Postovaya Street — the main pedestrian artery of Ryazan's historical center. After the 2014 restoration it acquired the appearance of "Ryazan Arbat". It was laid out according to the city's first general plan of 1780 and has maintained its regular layout since then. The central part of the street became pedestrianized in the XXI century. Monuments have been installed here, including those dedicated to Evpatii Kolovrat, as well as preserved merchant houses from the XIX century with stone facades designed according to model projects.
Ryazan VDNH
Ryazan, ulitsa Svobody, territoriya Torgovogo gorodka
Ryazan VDNH, now known as "Trade Town", was originally created in 1955 to showcase the achievements of Ryazan's regional economy. Over time, the area fell into disrepair but after the restoration of the second phase in 2023, nine pavilions of regional property were again restored. Today, the complex is an exhibition-walking zone with venues for creative industries and cultural events.
Ryazan Philharmonic Society
Ryazan, Lenina St, 26
The Ryazan Regional Philharmonic is situated at Lenin Street, 26 in Ryazan city. It was founded in 1941 by the decision of the organizing committee of the Presidium of the RSFSR Supreme Soviet and initially named Concert-Estrada Bureau. Since 1941 regular concerts were held here, including performances by artists during World War II. The institution includes the well-known State Academic Ryazan Russian Folk Choir named after E. Popov. In 1958, a marble bust of Sergey Esenin by sculptor I.G. Onischenko was installed in the foyer.
Ryazan State Historical and Architectural Museum-Reserve
Ryazan, Sobornaya St
Ryazan State Historical and Architectural Museum-Reserve includes the territory of Ryazan's Kremlin, Old Ryazan and the site of Vojska Battle. Founded in 1884, it is one of Russia's oldest museums with collections exceeding 250,000 items. Scientific excavations and restoration work are conducted here, including a library within the restored Church of the Holy Spirit. The exhibition covers archaeological discoveries and architectural monuments of the region.
Ryazan State Radio Engineering University named after V. F. Utkin
Ryazan, Gagarina St, 59/1
Ryazan State Radio Engineering University named after V.F. Utkin — leading Russian university founded in 1951 as Ryazan Radio Engineering Institute. In 2019 it was renamed after academician Vladimir Fyodorovich Utkin. Specializes in training specialists for radio engineering and defense industries. Initially trained engineers for radio electronics and since 1977 has been educating platoon commanders. In 1993 it became Ryazan State Radio Engineering Academy.
Ryazan State University named after S. A. Esenin
Ryazan, Svobody St, 46
Ryazan State University named after S.A. Esenin is the largest higher education institution in Ryazan region, founded in 1915 as Russia's first female teacher training institute. Located on Freedom Street, 46. The institute bears the name of Sergey Esenin and is considered the oldest higher educational establishment in the area. In 1985 it was named after the poet.
Рязанский государственный цирк
Ryazan, Levo-Lybedskaya St, 34
The Ryazan State Circus is located at: Ryazan, Lev-Lybedskaya Street, 34. A modern capital-type building opened in 1971 and initially accommodated 1700 spectators. The circus is part of Rosgoscirc structure and is used not only for circus performances but also for concert events. The history of circus life in the city began as early as the beginning of the 20th century with summer tent of brothers Nikitin. On its stage performed famous artists including Irina Bugrimova, Yuri Kuklachev and Yuri Nikulin.
Ryazan Kremlin
Ryazan, kremlin
Ryazan Kremlin is situated on a high hill where the rivers Trubezh and Lybed meet, being the city's main historical ensemble. Its territory covers 26.5 hectares and was once surrounded by walls up to 1600 meters long. The dominant feature of the ensemble is the Cathedral Bell Tower. Since 1923, an oblast museum has operated on its grounds. It holds federal significance as a cultural heritage site and preserves memories of the annexation of Ryazan's land to the Moscow state in the 16th century. Glebovsky Bridge connects the Kremlin hill with the Cathedral Park.
Ryazan Museum of Travelers
Ryazan, Lenina St, 35
Ryazan Travelers' Museum is situated at Lenina Street, 35 in Ryazan city. It features a permanent exhibition on the history of aviation, including an exhibit — the basket of the first Russian balloon that flew over the North Pole. The museum also hosts expeditions exploring connections between Ryazan residents and the exploration of Alaska, including studies via Dj-Dj Pass in Tian Shan and participation of staff members in Alaska expeditions. Among notable events is the installation of a bust of Pyotr Semenov-Tyan-Shansky on the Travelers' Alley in August 2014.
Ryazan Regional Drama Theatre
Ryazan, Teatralnaya Sq, 7a
Ryazan Regional Drama Theatre - one of Russia's oldest theaters founded in 1787, its current building situated on Theatre Square and constructed in 1961 according to a unique design. It was here where famous figures such as Erast Garin, Anatoly Efros and Vladimir Gilyarovsky began their creative careers. The theater is noted for receiving the Order "Badge of Honour" and is associated with poet Gavriil Derzhavin.
Ryazan Regional Puppet Theatre
Ryazan, Esenina St, 27
Ryazan Regional Puppet Theatre is located at Yesenina Street, 27. Founded in 1927, it is an important cultural venue for families with children in Ryazan. The theatre tours around Russia and abroad, organizes festival "Ryazan Smotriny". Its museum displays award badges and stage puppets. It holds status as a state cultural institution of the region.
Ryazan Art Museum I.P. Pozhalostin
Ryazan, Svobody St, 57
Ryazan Art Museum named after I.P. Pozhalostin, founded in 1913, is situated in a monument of architecture of Russian classicism. The museum's collection comprises approximately 12 thousand works of national and Western European art represented by painting, graphics, sculpture and decorative-applied arts. The building constructed at the end of the XVIII - beginning of the XIX century previously served as accommodation for the Noble Pansion of the provincial male gymnasium since 1833.
Cathedral Bell Tower
Ryazan, kremlin
Cathedral Bell Tower in Ryazan' is the tallest structure of the Kremlin, rising 83.2 meters high. It was built from 1789 to 1840 by several architects including Konstantin Ton. The upper level features carillons while lower levels have observation decks. The tower's spire about 25 meters tall is gilded. The building is constructed in classical style and maintains stylistic integrity despite prolonged construction period and changes in architects.
Cathedral Square Theatre
Ryazan, Sobornaya St, 16
Ryazan Regional State Theatre for Young Viewers, known as Sobornaya Theatre, situated on Sobornaya Street, 16. Founded in 1937 and housed in an old building constructed in 1862. Since 2019 it has restored its historical name. During World War II, the troupe performed on its stage.
Uspensky Cathedral
Ryazan, kremlin
Uspensky Cathedral in Ryazan Kremlin, built from 1693 to 1699, is a city symbol due to its white stone carvings in Naryshkin Baroque style. It is known for its high iconostas and architecture designed by architect Yakov Bukhovtsev. The cathedral's height is about 28 meters. Services were resumed here in 1993 after a long break.
Hram Spasa-na-Yaru
Ryazan, Petrova St, 14
The Spaso-n-Yar Temple in Ryazan was rebuilt after a fire in 1685. Originally, a wooden church of Preobrazhenie Gospodne stood here since 1626. The bell tower has characteristic shatrovoe finishing. The temple was closed in 1935 and returned to believers in 1995. The annual anniversary of its revival is celebrated on August 16th. In the old iconostasis there was kept an image of the Uncreated Savior, and before the revolution there was a chapel dedicated to nine Kizikian Martyrs.
Christ the Saviour Cathedral
Ryazan, kremlin, 14
Christmas Cathedral — the oldest stone structure of Ryazan Kremlin built in the 14th century under Prince Oleg of Ryazan. Originally called Assumption, but after construction of a new temple it received its current name. The cathedral serves as the cathedra center of Ryazan's eparchy and is included in the list of Russia's cultural heritage objects. Inside there are relics of Bishop Vasily of Ryazan transferred here in the 17th century. Today the church actively operates and is open to worshippers.
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