Moss mountains in Nizhny Novgorod - a picturesque place. The natural beauty of the hilly sandy coast with centuries-old pine trees keeps a rich centuries-old history. What is remarkable for the Moss Mountains? This article is devoted to.
Location and History
The name of the place comes from the word "moss", which abundantly covers the land of this territory. The area is located not in Nizhny Novgorod itself, but on the outskirts of its suburbs - the city of Bor. Moss Mountains is a series of hills located in the southeast of Bor and continuing to the village of Oktyabrsky. The height of the hills is more than 50 meters.
Previously, the mountains were called Fofanovs - from the word "fofan" (fool). Such a frivolous name emphasized the insignificance of these mountains in comparison with the high Dyatlovy located opposite. During archaeological excavations, scientists concluded that primitive people lived in these places since the Neolithic.
silver Age
Moss mountains of the early twentieth century gained fame thanks to such distinguished personalities as Maxim Gorky and Fedor Chaliapin.
Gorky in 1900 rested here at the cottage of the architect Malinovsky. Then it was in this place that many Nizhny Novgorod intellectuals spent their leisure time. And later, Gorky was here both alone and with his family.
In 1902, the eminent singer Fedor Chaliapin was invited by Gorky to the same Malinovsky dacha. Friends listened to his singing, pouring over the expanses of the Volga, at the "summer concert". This event is dedicated to the bronze monument of A. Gorshkov with two male figures. Near the monument there are shops with beautiful views of Nizhny Novgorod.
Nowadays
It is here, on the Moss Mountains, that the Chaliapin Meetings festival is annually held, reminiscent of Fedor Chaliapin's performances at the beginning of the 20th century. Talents from all over the vast Russia come to him. The event is a landmark for the cultural life of the Nizhny Novgorod region and attracts many tourists.
The Moss Mountains these days is a great place for walking. There are clear lakes, picturesque meadows, branched trees. You can just walk through the woods and breathe clean air. On the observation deck there is the opportunity to take unique photos with stunning views of the Volga. Nearby are dachas, on one of which there were famous people more than a hundred years ago.
Museum and recreation complex "Moss Mountains" holds cultural events dedicated to the history of these places. Their visit will be interesting to both Nizhny Novgorod residents and guests of the city and region.