The Vologda Oblast is famous not only for famous lace. This is a very beautiful place, with its own history and developmental features. The Vologda province existed as part of the Russian Empire until 1929. Now it is an actively developing area in the Russian Federation.
History
The Vologda province was located in the north of the European part of Russia. The Finno-Ugric tribes lived on its territory. In the 12th century, Novgorodians invaded here and founded well-known cities such as Vologda and Ustyug. Christianity appears.
Until the time that St. Petersburg was built, the Vologda province was of great importance in foreign trade, due to its connection with Arkhangelsk, and was economically developed.
Ivan the Terrible for military security ordered the construction of a stone fortress in Vologda. In 1780, governorship was established. And in 1796, the Vologda province became an independent administrative unit. It existed along with other areas. The history of the Vologda province ends in 1929, when all its counties were abolished. But buildings and cities have not disappeared. From this moment to this day, the territory is called the Vologda Oblast.
Counties
What is famous for the Vologda province? The counties included in it were unique. There were 10 of them, the rest of the territory was occupied by 13 cities.
Totem County was formed by 1708 and included 22 volosts. Its area was 23 thousand square meters, 146 thousand people lived in it.
Nicholas County was formed in 1780. By 1923, it consisted of 24 volosts. It was abolished in 1924.
Gryazovetsky district was also formed in 1780. The population was significantly lower - 95 thousand people. There was only one large city in this county - Gryazovetsk. It is famous for the fact that it produced oil.
Vologda County consisted of 28 volosts. Their number was gradually reduced to 17 by 1926.
Velikoustyuzhsky uyezd was initially part of the Arkhangelogorod province, which was abolished in 1719. And for this reason, he became part of the Vologda governorate.
Kadnikovsky County was quite large. Its area was 17.5 thousand square meters.
Solvychegodsky district in 1708 became part of the province. Divided into 13 volosts.
Vologda Region
The most beautiful and picturesque region of the North of Russia. The region was formed after the Vologda province was abolished. It is divided into districts, the most important of which are Babaevsky, Babushkinsky, Velikoustyuzhsky, Sokolsky and Sheksninsky.
The main city, of course, is Vologda. It is very ancient, located on the Sukhan Depression. An important manufacturing center. The second most important is the city of Cherepovets. It is known for its metallurgical industry. Veliky Ustyug can be called a unique museum city. A large number of tourists visit it annually to enjoy the beauties.
The region has developed engineering, ferrous metallurgy and electric power. In addition, oil, milk and meat are produced for export. Everyone knows handicrafts: incredible lace, carved birch bark and blackening on silver.
sights
The history of the Vologda province has left many attractions that can be visited in our time.
The Vologda Kremlin is an old Russian fortress founded in 1567 by Ivan the Terrible for defensive purposes. It consisted of more than 20 towers, one part of which was stone and the other wooden. Monuments in the Kremlin have been preserved since the 16th century and are historical values.
The estate of Santa Claus
Everyone knows that the residence of Santa Claus is located in the city of Veliky Ustyug. This is a very beautiful park for the whole family. Why was this city chosen? Everything is simple, it is located in the northern latitudes and it has amazing fabulous nature. By 1999, the house of Santa Claus was organized, which is visited by thousands of guests annually.
Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is located in the city of Veliky Ustyug. The temple was first built by Prokopiy Ustyuzhsky in 1290, then a stone temple was erected in its place in 1622. However, it burned down in 1631 and only in 1658 was newly built. The appearance changed several times, but the structure has survived to our time in an unchanged state.
Parks and gardens
Vologda Oblast is famous for its extraordinary nature. There are several places that residents and tourists constantly visit.
Peace Park is located in Vologda. This is the most popular and largest city park, was founded in 1938. On its territory planted more than 5 thousand trees and shrubs. The name was given to him in honor of the victory in the Great Patriotic War in 1945.
Kirov Square is located near the Revolution Square, was organized in 1936. It is located where there was previously a city square.
The Vologda province at one time was of great importance in public life. Many historical monuments and temples have survived to our times in their original form. Having visited this area, you plunge into another world, because nature fascinates with its beauties.