Yelagin Island - the most protruding north at the mouth of the Neva. One of a kind miraculous reserve site. It is located in an exceptionally picturesque place. The island was one of the favorite residences of the Romanov family. Before the revolution, Elagin Park was the royal residence.
Park - a place of active recreation for citizens
After the revolution, Elagin Island became the property of the state. The park in this place has become a resting place for citizens and guests of the Northern capital. In the early thirties, he received the status of the Central Park of Culture and Rest (TsPKiO named after S.M. Kirov).
On its lands they built a swing, a carousel, playgrounds and places intended for athletes and athletes. In wartime, the palace and other buildings were significantly ruined. But after the war they tried to rebuild everything that was destroyed. Since 1961 there was a boarding house for one day rest. Due to the increased load and the presence of an excessive number of people, the unique landscape received irreparable damage.
During the eighties and nineties of the last century, Elagin Park was painstakingly restored. For the fourth century, the unique landscape of the island, its silence and charm bring here the residents of St. Petersburg and its guests.
Natural Monument Elagin Park
Now this place is one of the rarest objects belonging to the heritage of UNESCO. He is known all over the world. Since June 2012, Elagin Park (St. Petersburg) has been a specially protected state territory. About 500 species of plants grow here, among which there are rare ones. This is the most picturesque and greenest place in the city. Beautiful landscapes, fresh air, birdsong attract visitors from all over the city.
Active vacation spot
Modern TsPKiO - equipped according to the latest technologies, a developing territory of cultural recreation. Elagin Park is suitable for relaxation of representatives of various age groups and interests. TsPKiO is ready to meet and serve guests in any season of the year. It is so convenient and enjoyable to play sports!
- In summer, visitors are welcome to play tennis, table tennis, and volleyball.
- Functional training develops flexibility, grace, physical strength. Classes are conducted by a trainer. Groups of 2 people and more can rent equipment.
- Health groups have been training for more than half a century. Visitors of different sex and age train the body and get a boost of energy.
- In the summer, a wardrobe for athletes was opened. Having paid 3 hours of storage, you can not worry about clothes and other property. After classes it is appropriate and possible to take a shower.
- There is a rollerdrome, a first-class roller skating rink. Competitions of athletes are regularly held. The park is well equipped with roller tracks.
- How romantic to ride on a warm day, gliding across the water of a pond in a boat or pedalo! From the beginning of May until the onset of cold weather, catamarans and oar boats are being hired.
- Various sporting goods for rent for skiing and skating enthusiasts, tennis players, cyclists.
- In winter, adults and children are eagerly awaiting ice and artificial ice rinks and a ski run.
Rope Park Elagin
Of course, there is also the most popular entertainment in recent years - the rope town. It was opened by the largest European company. Elagin Park is the second rope town of Norway Park Corporation, operating in Russia. The Norwegian Elagin Park is exceptional in location and exclusive in design. One of the largest in our country. Belongs to the corporation of the best European parks.
It is located in a picturesque corner of the city on the territory of the Central Park of Culture and Rest. S. M. Kirov, therefore, has an urban design. All rope tracks are securely mounted on artificially mounted supports and tree branches. Their maximum height is 6 meters. Every half hour you can get detailed safety instructions. To complete the route, the equipment necessary for safety is issued.
In the park are located:
- 4 tracks;
- 50 stages of various complexity;
- 12 zip-lines.
You will find a surge of emotions. Alternating excitement, fear, delight, joy and admiration are provided! A suitable feasible route will be found here for everyone who comes. The rope town in Yelagin Park is suitable for people of any age and physical fitness. But there is a limit on the weight of the visitor - no more than 100 kg. Recommended age of children with whom you can come here: from 5 years old and taller than 120 cm - then they will be able to go on the rope tracks.
Holidays and corporate parties
On the territory of the park, it is possible to hold children's events: graduations, birthdays and other holidays. For the hero of the occasion, a ticket 2 days before the holiday, on the day itself and two subsequent ones, costs half the price. Kids are entertained by professional animators. The games are selected according to the age of the guys. All this is captured in the photo and video.
Individually selected events are held for school and staff groups. The park is at the disposal of the corporate group for 3 hours! There are mini, maxi, standard and premium service packages. Popular team games and memory photos. Over 5 years, more than four hundred such holidays have been successfully held. After physical exertion and a surge of adrenaline - a feast with refreshments on the territory of Elagin. But people who drink alcohol are not allowed to enter the territory.
Ticket Acquisition
Visiting the park on weekdays is cheaper than on holidays or weekends. Families can choose rates according to the number of vacationers. At the same time, children from 110 cm tall can be taken to the park. For large families - 15% cheaper. For students on Wednesdays, the price is lower by 20%. If 10 tickets are purchased, the eleventh is issued as a gift. And if the ticket owner was unable to visit the park due to illness, he is restored according to the certificate from the clinic. In case of ticket loss or in adverse weather conditions, money, unfortunately, will not be returned. It’s very convenient that tickets can be ordered online.
Reviews
Visitors are enthusiastic about the park. They like the beauty of landscapes, the convenience of location and the abundance of entertainment. Visitors unanimously reiterate that leisure in this place is worth a lot. Moreover, it is interesting for both adults and children. Swings, rides, recreation places contribute to a complete disconnection from everyday problems and relaxation. It is very important in the modern world overloaded with problems.
Everyone who has already visited there, recommend friends to visit Elagin Park. It is easy to remember his address: Elagin Island, 4. And this island is located in the Neva Delta, almost in the very center of St. Petersburg.