The Sokolniki tract, attributed several centuries ago to the number of royal estates, was mentioned in the annals of the XVI century. The territory was considered part of the dense Meshchersky forests, and the boundaries of the tract were designated by the rivers Yauza, Kopytovka, Rybinka. Even Ivan the Terrible often visited these parts for falconry, setting up tents there. Since then, the name "Sokolniki" has taken root. Now this place in Moscow should be sought in the Eastern Administrative District. On the map of this area you can read the name of many famous streets of the capital, including Rusakovskaya. From it a triangle to the north-west to Sokoliniy and Oleniy Val Streets stretches Sokolnicheskaya Square, on which many interesting structures and buildings of the city of Moscow are located.
From the history
The square owes its name to Sokolniki Park, formed on the territory of Sokolniki and Deer Groves in 1878. These sites were specially acquired by the city in order to build a place for rest and walks there. In pre-revolutionary times, this territory was thoroughly equipped and became very picturesque, however, it suffered quite a lot during the Civil War and the post-revolutionary devastation. And only in the following decades after the end of historical upheaval was it ennobled. In the 30s of the last century, Muscovites and visitors were pleased in the park: an orchestra stage, a fountain, restaurants and an abundance of green spaces. In the post-war period, glass pavilions settled here, where exhibitions were held, a sports palace appeared in the southern part of the park.
The founding date of Sokolnicheskaya Square in Moscow is September 6, 1983. Since then, it has become part of the Sokolniki outpost and Rusakovskaya street.
The real expanse of goods, shops and services
The building of the trading house, called "Russian Expanse", appeared in the area in 2001. And since then, the shops, cafes, and other numerous establishments that have settled there have basically flourished invariably successfully serving everyone who wants to visit this place. Search for TD should be at: Sokolnicheskaya Square, 4A. Having visited this three-story building, there is an opportunity to purchase shoes, clothes, leather and fur products, bedding, cosmetics and a huge number of other necessary things, feast on a Japanese restaurant, buy pizza and exchange currency, visit the most popular Moscow bicycle market.
On the odd side of the street at 9 Sokolnicheskaya Square, no less interesting. There is a chance to visit cultural, educational and entertainment facilities, medical centers, beauty salons. Of the restaurants, it may turn out to be especially interesting: Golden Vobla, Italian Yard, Mu-Mu, Duplex. Excellent cuisine, a sumptuous menu, friendly service, comfort and affordable prices - all this can be found on Sokolnicheskaya Square, 9.
Architectural Attractions
Of the architectural structures in this district of the capital, the Church of the Resurrection of Christ, the construction of which began in 1908, is especially noteworthy. It was erected on the initiative of Archpriest John Kedrov, according to the architectural design of P. A. Tolstykh, and six years later it was illuminated by Metropolitan Makarii. It is noteworthy that this is one of the few churches that operated in the post-revolutionary period. In those days, a large number of believers came to Sokolniki Square to honor Christian shrines, and in the mid-30s the church was transferred to the Renovationists.
The architecture of the temple has some features. It was built in the form of a cross and was deliberately endowed with the southern orientation of the altar (it was decided to direct it towards the Holy Land). The church has nine chapels, which are mostly black, and only the central one is gilded. Unique is the internal painting of the church. The floor of the building is inclined to the altar, which, with a large congestion of parishioners, allows each of them to observe the process of worship without inconvenience.
What changes are foreseen?
The construction of the Stromynka metro station in this area led to the fact that in December 2017 Sokolnicheskaya Square was closed to the usual functioning of transport. In a number of sections, in this regard, one-way traffic has been introduced . This somewhat complicated the existing traffic situation in the city. The indicated state of affairs is planned to last two years. But after the opening of a new metro station on Sokolnicheskaya Square, residents of the capital and visitors will find many conveniences in the possibility of movement. And its very existence will significantly relieve the lines of the Moscow subway. The lobby of the proposed station is planned at the entrance to Sokolniki Park.