Yaroslavl
20 places
Afanasyevsky Monastery
Yaroslavl, Chelyuskintsev Sq, 17
The Afanasyevsky Men's Monastery is situated in Yaroslavl on Chyeluskintsev Square. Established in the 16th century, it was revived in 1613. In 2005, the churches were restored to the Russian Orthodox Church following their closure since 1925 during which time a furniture factory was based here. The monastery features the renowned Icon of Our Lady's Sign, venerated for its miraculous attributes.
Volga Arsenal Tower
Yaroslavl, Volzhskaya Emb, 2a
Volzhskaya (Arsennaya) Tower — a brick fortress built in 1658-1669 after a major fire in Yaroslavl. It is the only surviving tower of the Pillared City of the 17th century and served as the main entrance to the fortified part of the city from the Volga side. After the fire of 1831 it passed under military administration and received its current name. Today, the tower has been transformed into a public space and remains an important monument of Russian fortification.
Governor's Garden
Yaroslavl, Volzhskaya Emb, 23
The Governor's Garden in Yaroslavl is located along the Volga Embankment. The garden combines elements of regular and landscape planning, preserving the historical atmosphere since the early 19th century. There are about 70 old trees, including oaks older than 150 years. The central part of the park features a French parterre with a fountain surrounded by an English section of the garden. Today, the area serves as an open-air museum where sculpture exhibitions are presented.
Znamenskaya (Volayevskaya) Tower
Yaroslavl, Pervomayskaya St, 2a
The Banner (Wlaskaya) Tower - one of the few surviving towers of the Earthen City in Yaroslavl. Built after the fire of 1658, it served as an important defensive structure and later became part of the Banner Church. Later its top was reconstructed for the needs of the city water supply. Today, the tower is a federal cultural heritage site and an important architectural dominion of the historical center of the city. Previously called the Uglich Gates, because from there began the road to Uglich.
V.V. Tereshkova Cultural and Educational Center
Yaroslavl, Chaykovskogo St, 3
V.V. Tereshkova Cultural and Educational Center in Yaroslavl is located at Tchaikovsky St., 3. It features a modern planetarium with 3D star visualization, an observatory, "History of Cosmonautics" halls and interactive complex "Trans-Forces". The dome of the Star Hall covers 300 sq.m and displays over 7,500 stars. The center opened on April 7, 2011 to celebrate the anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's space flight.
MetropoliticalPalaces
Yaroslavl, Volzhskaya Emb, 1
Metropolitan Palaces in Yaroslavl, built in 1682 by the Rostov metropolitan Ioann Sysoevich, are one of the oldest buildings in the city and an example of ancient Russian stone civil architecture. Currently, it houses a permanent exhibition "Old Russian Art XIII-XVII Centuries", displaying the most valuable monuments of Yaroslavl art. The exhibition includes over 500 works of icon painting and has been functioning since 1977 as part of the Old Russian Art department of the Yaroslavl Fine Arts Museum.
City History Museum of Yaroslavl
Yaroslavl, Volzhskaya Emb, 17
Yaroslavl City History Museum is located on Volga Embankment in a historical building of merchant V.Ya. Kuznetsov from late 19th century. The main exhibition covers ten centuries of city existence with archaeological finds, ancient icons, weapons, coins and household items. Separately presented are history of medicine and apothecary business. Interiors retain atmosphere of merchant mansion with an arcade of rooms, stairs and plasterwork.
Music and Time Museum
Yaroslavl, Volzhskaya Emb, 33a
The Museum "Music and Time" in Yaroslavl opened in 1993 and became Russia's first private museum. Its foundation is a unique collection of John Mostolsky gathered over half a century. Visitors can see antique musical mechanisms, clocks, bells, iron irons and even golden icons. Currently, there are also exhibitions on "Russian and Foreign Porcelain" and "Kasli Casting, Samovars."
Fedor Volkov Russian Academic Drama Theatre
Yaroslavl, Volkova Sq, 1
The Russian State Academic Drama Theatre named after Fedor Volkov is located in Yaroslavl on Volkov Square. It was founded in 1750 as Russia's first publicly accessible professional theater. The building of the modern theater was constructed in 1911 by architect Nikolay Spinn. There are two stages at the theater: historical with 700 seats and intimate with 100 seats. Annually, significant cultural events take place here including the Volkov International Festival and the festival "Future of Theater in Russia."
Kazan Cathedral
Yaroslavl, Pervomayskaya St, 19a
The Cathedral of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God is located in Yaroslavl on ulitsa Pervomayskaya, 19a. It was built between 1835 and 1845 on the site of an old church from 1649. This is a large four-pillared five-domed temple made in the style of late classicism. Since 1997, regular worship services have been held here after the cathedral was transferred to the Yaroslavl Diocese. A distinctive feature of the temple is the veneration of the Kazan-Yaroslavsk Icon of the Mother of God kept there.
The Pointer
Ярославль, стрелка Волги и Которосли
Arrow — historical center of Yaroslavl located at the confluence of Volga and Kotorosl rivers. This place is where the city began both territorially and historically. At the lower part of Arrow are singing fountains, city emblem and monument "1000th anniversary of Yaroslavl". Upper platform features Uspensky cathedral built first in 1211 and restored in 2010 for the city's millennium celebration.
Tolga Convent
Ярославль, пос. Толга, 1, Толгский монастырь
The Tolga Convent is located in the village of Tolga near Yaroslavl. It was founded in 1314 by Bishop Prohor of Rostov at the site where the miraculous Tolga Icon of the Mother of God appeared. After a long period of inactivity, the convent reopened in 1987 as a women's one. Within its walls there is an ancient park with Siberian cedar trees planted in the 16th century. Today, the monastic ensemble has been restored and entrusted to believers.
Uspensky Cathedral
Yaroslavl, Kotoroslnaya Emb, 2/1
The Uspensky cathedral Cathedral is located on the Kotorosl River Embankment in the historical center of Yaroslavl. The first mention of the temple dates back to 1215 when Prince Konstantin laid the foundation for the first stone church here. The current building was restored from 2004 to 2010 to celebrate the millennium of the city. Here are kept a venerated icon of the Mother of God and the relics of Saints Princes Vasilii and Konstantin Yaroslavsky. Throughout its history, the cathedral has burned down and been reconstructed several times; during the Soviet era it was completely destroyed. Today it is the main church of Yaroslavl and is situated at the Sreda — one of the city's iconic points.
Bogoyavlenie Church
Yaroslavl, Bogoyavlenskaya Sq, 12
Bogoyavlensky Cathedral in Yaroslavl, built from 1684 to 1693, stands out for its bright multicolored glazed tiles, which have become a symbol of the city. Inside the church there is preserved painting with 320 images and original frescoes of the late 17th century. The iconostasis also belongs to this period. Located on Bogoyavlenskaya Square, the cathedral harmoniously fits into the ensemble of Kotorosl Embankment and serves as an important element of urban architecture.
Ilya Prophet Church
Yaroslavl, Sovetskaya Sq, 7
Prohorov Church in Yaroslavl, located on Sovetskaya Square, is a monument of 17th-century architecture. The stone church was built from 1647 to 1650 with donations from merchants Ioannikiy and Vonifatiy Skripiny. Interior paintings done by masters Guriy Nikitin and Sila Savin in 1680 have survived until today. The temple is known for its unique artistic interior and considered a symbol of the city. According to legend, the church was the first building constructed at the founding of Yaroslavl.
John the Baptist Church in Tolkochevo
Yaroslavl, 2-Ya Zakotoroslnaya Emb, 69
St. John the Baptist Church in Tolkochevo is the largest 17th-century church in Yaroslavl, a majestic fifteen-domed architectural ensemble. Construction took place from 1671 to 1687 by laypeople. The interior paintings of the temple are an outstanding example of Russian art at that time, featuring over 1,500 scenes. An image of the church appears on the reverse side of Russian banknotes worth 1,000 rubles.
Nikola Nadeina Church
Yaroslavl, Narodnyy Ln, 2a
Nikola Nadeina Church — brick church built in 1620-1621 on donations from merchant Epifaniy Sveteshnikov. It is the first town church of Yaroslavl, which initiated famous Yaroslav churches of the 17th century. The name relates to the nickname of its commissioner — Nadeya. The temple became a prototype for subsequent constructions and a symbol of memory about events of the Time of Troubles, emphasizing the importance of Yaroslavl in the struggle against Polish-Lithuanian troops.
Yaroslavl Zoo
Yaroslavl, Shevelyukha St, 137
Yaroslavl Zoo is located in Yaroslavl city at Shevelyukha street, 137. It was opened in 2008 and is the first landscape zoo in Russia and CIS with an area over 123 hectares. More than 3,000 animals live here under conditions closely resembling their natural habitat.
Yaroslavl Museum-Reserve (Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery)
Yaroslavl, Bogoyavlenskaya Sq, 25
Yaroslavl Museum-Reserve is located on the site of the former Spaso-Preobrazhensky Male Monastery, which ceased to exist in 1787. Included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2005, the historical center of the city boasts architectural monuments and cultural heritage. It houses a collection of over 350,000 exhibits, including unique finds from "The Tale of Igor's Campaign." Founded in 1865, the museum is an important scientific and cultural institution in the region.
Yaroslavl Art Museum
Yaroslavl, Volzhskaya Emb, 23
Yaroslavl Art Museum, founded in 1919, is the largest art museum of Russian province and the sole specialized institution of its kind in Yaroslavl region. Its collection comprises over 80,000 works of art representing various epochs and styles. The museum is located at Volga Embankment, 23 in Yaroslavl city.
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