On the territory of our country there are a huge number of cities and places with an interesting history, as well as a large number of attractions. Any of them can become very attractive for tourist visits. For example, such is the small city of Volkhov. Attractions available here, are historical in nature.
Description
This relatively young town is located in the Volkhov district of the Leningrad region, on two banks of the river of the same name. The distance from St. Petersburg is about 140 kilometers. Many, while traveling in this city, pay attention to the sights of Volkhov.
The well-known path "from the Varangians to the Greeks" passed through the city. And the river on which it stands has long been famous for the rapids through which Novgorodians navigated their ships, overcoming long distances.
The city is also notable for the fact that it was here that the first hydroelectric power station was built. During the Second World War, during the blockade, he connected Leningrad with the "big land". Located at the very edge of the defensive line, it was the final section of the "Road of Life". From the Volkhovstroy station, many blockers were taken out.
Sights of Volkhov, Leningrad Region
The key object to visit is Russia's first hydroelectric power station. Its construction lasted more than ten years and ended only in 1927. The house (now a museum) of the engineer G.O. Graftio who built the station. Any visit usually begins with a visit to the house-museum.
The second most important object is the museum of the history of the city. He is the house of engineer Heinrich Osipovich Graftio. The main exposition of the museum is photographs and documents related to the construction and operation of the Volkhov hydroelectric station.
Another interesting attraction of Volkhov is the monument-steam locomotive. He stands at the Volkhovstroy station. First of all, he is notable for the fact that he was the first after the liberation of the besieged Leningrad who delivered the necessary food and ammunition to him. The monument was unveiled in 1980.
An interesting cultural monument is the church of St. Michael the Archangel. The church was rebuilt in 1820, after it was burned during the war of 1812. It, like other sights of Volkhov, was damaged during the subsequent hostilities.
In the period 1846-47. a parish school was organized in the church. By 1903, the term of study in it, according to various documents, was 4 years. During World War II, the church was closed. According to various sources, there was a warehouse of medicines, household chemicals, paints and varnishes. For these purposes, an additional extension was even built, which changed the appearance of the building. By early 1992, the church was restored. Today it is valid.
Volkhov Palace of Culture
It is an example of Stalinist architecture of the early 50s. Today it is a very important building for the city. It hosts various events of both local and regional importance.
At the weekend, you can visit this small town and see the most interesting sights of Volkhov and its environs.
Staraya Ladoga
Not far from the city of power engineers there is a small rural settlement with a rich past called Staraya Ladoga. Once it belonged to the largest Russian cities. It is also called the "capital of Ancient Russia."
On its territory is a fortress, which once served as a haven for ships that could not pass along the rapids of the Volkhov River. The period of its construction dates back to the turn of the 9-10th centuries. Today it is in a recovery phase. Nineteen-meter towers menacingly rise above the banks of the river. There are a total of 24. The walls of the fortress are eight meters high, and their thickness is about 2 meters.
Veliky Novgorod is another interesting and beautiful city on the Volkhov River. Attractions (what to see in this ancient city, everyone will find) it is unlikely that anyone will be left indifferent.
Sophia Cathedral
One of the most famous monuments of ancient architecture. The construction of the cathedral dates back to 1045-50 years. He became the key temple of the Novgorod lands. The cathedral is crowned with five domes. On three sides of it are two-story galleries. It is noteworthy that the cross of the cathedral is crowned with a figure of a dove. It is a symbol of the protection and comfort of the city.
Novgorod Kremlin
Another name for this fortress is “Detinets”. It should be seen by everyone who comes to Novgorod on Volkhov. Attractions that you must first see include this unique site.
Having appeared at the beginning of the 11th century, the fortress became the main city-forming link. The first construction work was started by the son of Yaroslav the Wise. Initially, the detinet was wooden, but after many fires it was gradually erected from stone. To this day, about nine towers, a belfry and fortress walls, the total length of which is more than 1400 meters, have survived.
Yaroslavovo Courtyard
On the opposite bank of the river, opposite the walls of the Kremlin, you can see this object belonging to the UNESCO World Heritage. Judging by the chronicles, in this very place at the beginning of the 11th century there was a palace built by Yaroslav the Wise. Until today, alas, this building has not survived. Only a snow-white arcade remained from the palace, which became a symbol of Veliky Novgorod.
Vitoslavlitsy - Museum of Wooden Architecture
This complex was founded in 1964. Its main goal was to preserve the most unique architectural monuments of the 18-19th centuries, built of wood. On its territory are twenty-six objects. Among them are churches, a chapel, wooden huts, a forge and much more.
Rurikovo settlement
An ancient settlement located on the banks of the river. It was founded by the first representative of the Old Russian monarchy Rurik. According to the annals, here was the residence of the prince in 862. In the center of the settlement are the ruins of a cathedral built on the orders of Prince Mstislav in 1103.
Pedestrian bridge over the Volkhov river
This engineering structure is located in Novgorod on Volkhov. The first river crossing was built here in 1133. And it stood like this until 1944, until it was destroyed by Nazi troops. In the early fifties, in its place it was planned to build an automobile bridge. But the initiative was rejected. The new bridge was built in 1985, it connects the Novgorod Kremlin and the Yaroslavovo Courtyard. Today it is a three-span arched construction on two supports. According to the designers, about eight thousand people can simultaneously be on the bridge.
A large number of interesting objects are located on the river, which was of great importance in the history of our country. The trade routes that ran along its channel allowed merchants to link Russia with the countries of Scandinavia and Byzantine cities.
The sights of Volkhov and other cities located on this river play not only a historical, but also a cultural role.