For many residents of the Moscow region and the whole country, the Domodedovo district is associated only with the airport. But it is interesting not only for this. Sights in Domodedovo are much more and they are much more interesting and informative.
Where is the county located? What are its features?
The Domodedovo district is located in the south of the country. It is relatively young and was founded in 2005. The district includes 150 settlements with a population of more than 167 thousand people.
The region has well-developed infrastructure, the population is provided with jobs, and medical facilities are operating. The main attractions of the region are also formed.
The Cathedral of All Saints in the Land of Russia Shone
The first stone was laid during construction in 1992. Then a temporary building was erected from the planks. In 1995, the main construction began. Funds for the temple were collected throughout the county. Entrepreneurs and ordinary people donated affordable amounts. Thanks to them, a large and difficult construction was completed in 2 years.
In 1997, a temple was consecrated in the spring. In autumn, he is assigned the status of a cathedral. In 2001, two limits were finally completed and illuminated. The temple is made of red brick. It has a library, kitchen, rooms for the clergy, warehouses.
The holy relics of Blessed Matron, Prince Oleg Bryansk, the holy martyr Konstantin Bogorodsky are stored in the temple. Here, among the clergy and parishioners, there was a special respect and devotion to the icon of the New Martyrs of Domodedovo.
There is a Sunday school, a charity organization at the church, and a variety of creative classes for children are conducted. This cathedral is one of the most beautiful places among the attractions of Domodedovo. When you visit him, peace and tranquility come to your soul.
Seraphim-Znamensky Skete
This attraction Domodedovo (photo below) is located in with. Bityagovo. The monastery is located on the banks of the Rozhayka River. It is surrounded by a pine forest. Vyatichi burials were made in this area.
The monastery was founded by the Georgian Princess Tamara - Tamar. He began his work in 1912. Mother Tamar lived a life filled with difficulties and trials. She devoted herself to Orthodoxy and monasticism. With the support of Princess Elizabeth, the Seraphim-Znamensky Monastery was built.
A small but very beautiful temple was erected in the center. The roof is scale-like, made in the form of a tent. The fence consists of 33 fathoms. This is the age of the life of Christ. Also in the territory 12 cells were built in the form of small houses. Their number corresponds to the apostles.
In 1924 the monastery was closed and a hospital was located in it. During this time, the buildings noticeably worn out and collapsed. Over the past few years, the monastery has begun to revive. 17 novices live in it. They look after the territory and livestock. To date, 11 houses have been restored. In the warm season, horseback riding classes with sick children are held on the territory of the monastery.
Obelisk of Glory
In almost every city in the country there are monuments dedicated to the fallen soldiers in the Great Patriotic War. Area attractions include Domodedovo Obelisk of Glory. It is located almost in the center of the city.
Here are celebrations in honor of Victory Day and the beginning of the Second World War. Around the park area. Residents of the city love to stroll here. Recently, the monument was restored and took on a new look.
Syanovsky quarries
This Domodedovo attraction is located near the village of Syany. This deep cavity appeared as a result of human activity. It was developed for the extraction of white stone, which was used to build the capital of Russia.
According to experts, the laying depth reaches 30 meters. The total length of drifts is about 30 km. At the moment, the mines are closed and no stone is mined.
Now all the drifts are numbered and given names. More often they were given by tourists visiting the attraction of Domodedovo. Sometimes the names of the mines really surprise visitors. For example, “Three Little Pigs” or “Stop of the first carriage”.
In the "Christmas" drift often hosts a variety of concerts and performances. There is also a grotto that has been consecrated. Icons are set here and tourists place candles. In the Grotto "Big Column" youth parties and discos are held.
Artists paint walls here with surrealistic paintings. A century and a half of fossil mining work left a memory of this in the form of catacombs and tunnels.
City park "Fir-trees"
The main attractions of Domodedovo include this area for walking and entertainment. For all the years the district has existed, this park has been reconstructed. According to the residents of the city, now the recreation area has the most optimal view and is equipped with everything necessary for family leisure.
The city park is located on 107 Kashirskoye Shosse. Alleys for walking in the shade of sprawling trees are laid here. There is a neat and well-kept pond. Several modern playgrounds have been built on the territory.
There is a small contact zoo where visitors can freely communicate with animals. In the park there are gazebos with barbecue equipment. There is an entertainment center for young visitors. There are also a variety of attractions for guests of different ages.
The park often hosts exhibitions and performances by artists. On holidays, all kinds of shows and theme nights are held.
Museum of fairy tales
Ecological park "Space of a child’s dream" is located in the residential district "Western". When asked what sights Domodedovo can be visited with the whole family, the answer is unequivocal - Museum of Tales.
In the park there are about 200 figures of characters from all your favorite stories. They are made of special concrete. Painted by their professional artists. Each figure is made in one copy, another one is impossible to find anywhere else.
In the park you can visit:
- Alley of Crocodiles;
- modern art cafe;
- Shoe Museum and Architecture;
- Carlson's house;
- wish tree;
- Scottish castle;
- hut on chicken legs;
- fairy tale pond.
Here you can take a walk on your own or book an excursion. The minimum number is 5 people. The park has several restaurants and cafes. The Khutorok complex also operates. Here you can rent a room in a mini-hotel and eat in the restaurant. The park has a modern bath complex.
Museum of History and Art
This place is definitely worth a visit to find out the history of the district. The museum belongs to interesting and informative sights of the city of Domodedovo (photo is presented below). It belongs to the youngest institutions of such a plan in the Moscow region. It was opened in 1992.
The museum is open daily from 9.00 to 18.00. Closed on Monday and Tuesday. The expositions of various subjects are presented here:
- archeology (household items and jewelry of ancient tribes who lived in the district);
- the Soviet period (equipment, household items, paraphernalia, art publications of the USSR period);
- peasant life (exhibition of ancient tools, household items, home decoration);
- The Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945 (military uniforms, weapons, print media, telegrams from the front, interesting facts);
- fauna of the forest of Domodedovo district (stuffed animals and figures that live in the region with decoration in their natural environment).
Periodically, the museum exhibits temporary exhibits of various subjects. For example, a collection of the history of board games.
New exhibits dedicated to the 1912 war are also actively gathering. Recently, she replenished with photographs of guerrilla heroes who fought in the territory of the Domodedovo district.
Despite the fact that this area of the Moscow Region is quite young, there are numerous interesting and beautiful sights that are worth visiting for residents of the region and tourists from other regions of the country.