Sergiev Posad is a city located in the territorial limits of the Moscow region. It has a large number of attractions, as well as interesting places that will be interesting to visit for guests. Let us further consider the main ones, as well as some features of the city.
General information
Today Sergiev Posad is an ancient city, on the territory of which you can meet a lot of attractions that carry history. This settlement is located 52 km from the capital, and you can get to it either by public transport or by your own car.
This city is named after its founder - Sergius of Radonezh, thanks to which the main attraction appeared on its territory, which almost all tourists want to see - the Trinity-Sergius Lavra.
The reviews of tourists left to this city say that when planning a trip here, you need to allocate at least 2-3 days - this is the only way to have time to see at least the main attractions (in total there are more than 250 of them).
Infrastructure
Of course, any tourist who wants to go to explore a new locality or region is interested in how developed the infrastructure is on its territory. As for Sergiev Posad specifically, there are some problems with this.
In reviews of Sergiev Posad, tourists very often say that on any day you can encounter traffic jams. This is especially true for areas of exit from the city. Many city guests are advised to use the services of railway transport, since Sergiev Posad is a large Russian Railways hub.
The city has a large number of shops where you can purchase goods of various groups. In particular, Pyaterochka outlets in Sergiev Posad are especially popular among both the local population and tourists.
City guests pay special attention to local entertainment. It should be noted that for young people and children there are almost none. Guests of the village have the opportunity to visit several decent catering establishments, as well as an entertainment complex and shopping centers. We will talk about where to go while in Sergiev Posad.
Entertainment
The reviews about Sergiev Posad, which tourists leave after visiting this settlement, very often say that there is a small amount of entertainment in the city.
The city has a small number of cafes and restaurants, of which the most frequently visited are KFC, Svoy Bar, Piu Del Cibo, Crew Cafe, and Eclair. Among the restaurants in Sergiev Posad, restaurants such as Russian Yard, Brynza, Guest Hut, and Pirosmani are especially popular. For all those who want to taste beer and delicious snacks for it, local residents recommend going to Birhof. The best restaurant in Sergiev Posad, suitable for romantic meetings, is Prishvin.
If you want to spend your time actively, city guests can go to the trampoline center “Tramplin”, bowling (“Headquarters”, “Cosmic”, “Laser Tag”, “Lifestyle”) or a billiard club. You can spend your leisure time in a movie theater (Luxor, Pushkino, Pobeda, Cosmic), theater (Ark, Youth Theater named after Galina Zhigunova, Bartram) or, for example, playing paintball, airsoft, tennis, as well as shooting real weapons in the city dash.
Where to go with a child
What activities are offered for the child in Sergiev Posad? Practice shows that there are few places that can be visited in the company of the baby in the city under consideration. Of these, the most popular are entertainment centers that operate at any time of the year. Here, a child can not only have fun, but also make new friends. From the general list of entertainment centers, the most popular are those such as Game Zona, De Parfu, Cosmic, IgroDrom, as well as an excellent children's room in the headquarters entertainment center. Tourists who come to the city for a short time, but have a desire to find decent entertainment for their child, can visit the large entertainment center "Atmosphere", located on 42 Zheleznodorozhnaya Street.
In the warmer months, tourists who came to Sergiev Posad with their entire family can visit the amusement park, which is available in the city. For such guests there is also a mass of family cafes, which offer conditions for a comfortable pastime for both adults and kids. Of these, Eclair should be distinguished - an institution in which interesting show programs for the youngest visitors are regularly held, there is a separate game room, as well as a children's menu.
Major Attractions
In the reviews of tourists who visited the town in question, it is said that there are a lot of interesting sights on the streets of Sergiev Posad. Which of them should be visited first of all, having arrived in the town? According to the comments of tourists, the most popular are religious shrines, of which there are a huge number in the city. Of these, the Holy Trinity Lavra, erected by the founder of the city - Sergius of Radonezh, is recognized as the most visited. No less popular are such churches as Ilyinskaya, Vvedenskaya and Pyatnitskaya, St. Michael the Archangel, Saints Peter and Paul. Fans of visiting religious sites pay special attention to large monasteries and holy sources. The Pokrovsky Khotkov Monastery was erected in Sergiev Posad (Russia) , and there is also a source of the Monk Savva Storozhevsky, which many travelers wish to visit.
Among the attractions, some natural ones are very popular. This is especially true of the Pancake Mountain, the desert of St. Paraclitus, the Chernigov Skete, the Kelar Pond and the Gremyachiy Klyuch Waterfall.
The city has a lot of parks, along the alleys of which you can walk with whole families, and in the evenings you can watch a large number of walking couples in love. The reviews of Sergiev Posad say that the most picturesque are the alleys of the Pafnutievsky garden, the Skitsky Ponds parks and the Dominant Wake Park.
Let us consider in more detail the most popular attractions with their description.
Holy Trinity Lavra
What is the most popular attraction in Sergiev Posad? This, of course, is the Holy Trinity Lavra, erected in the 14th century. This attraction arose thanks to Sergius of Radonezh, who at the indicated time lived on the territory of the city and, in fact, is considered its founder. This place was very visited by Russian emperors of different generations, which made the shrine even more popular among Russians and tourists from other countries of the world.
In 1746, a fire occurred on the territory of the shrine, which destroyed part of the buildings. However, thanks to the hard work of the famous architect Michurin, the destroyed buildings were restored on the basis of existing architectural plans, which is why tourists are now able to enjoy this object in a fresher form.
This Lavra is located on the territory of Krasnogorskaya Square, which, in essence, is a separate attraction of the city. In more ancient times, active trade unfolded here, and also the most important information was brought to the local population. It was here that in the 19th century a hotel was built, built of wood, in which Bagration himself stayed.
In reviews of Sergiev Posad, experienced tourists say that when you visit the Holy Trinity Lavra, you definitely need to use the paid services of a guide. He will tell a lot of interesting historical facts related to this place, as well as reveal some secrets.
Museum of History and Art
Having been in Sergiev Posad, you should definitely pay attention to such an object as a historical and art museum-reserve. This place was opened relatively recently - in 1920. By its nature, it is a real museum, since the most valuable treasures of the Sergius Monastery are collected on the territory of the reserve. Recently, the existing collections have been supplemented with new exhibits that preserve the history of Ancient Russia. Having been here, you can admire the exhibits of folk decorative art, which were created in the 14th century and later by residents of the local region. These include handwritten books, interior details, gold embroidery, very rare photographs, as well as icon paintings.
The Museum of History and Art (Avenue of the Red Army, 144) consists of four separate buildings, each of which contains exhibits of a certain nature. The main building presents modern works made mainly by painters. In the second hall you can observe the oldest exhibits, which are the centuries-old wealth of the Lavra. In the local history department, you can get acquainted with the objects that were mined during archaeological excavations in the area, as well as objects that characterize the life of the region and the city in modern times. The reviews of this attraction very often say that, having been here, you can learn a lot about the structure of the Soviet period. As for the fourth branch of the historical and art reserve, it is represented by the museum complex "Horse Yard". On its site there are real realities of village life in relation to the recent historical period, with full displays of everyday life, as well as hard work.
Toy museum
Fans of unique exhibits have the opportunity to visit the Toy Museum, which is located on 123 Avenue of the Red Army. This attraction of the city was based on the collection of the local art critic Bartram, who loved old toys.
This museum is located in a building built of red brick, which previously housed a commercial school. Its halls present a real abundance of unique exhibits, the history of which dates back to the distant 11th century. It is here that you can see the very first Russian nesting doll, as well as those toys that were used by the children of the last Russian emperor - Nicholas II.
The building of the Museum of Toys also has a separate room, which will be interesting to visit for fans of painting - "Children's Portrait". On the walls of this hall are presented little-known works written in the period from the 17th to the 20th century.
Kelar Pond
Having been in the city of Sergiev Posad, you definitely need to admire its main natural attraction - Kelar Pond. This object, as tourists note in their reviews, is incredibly beautiful at any time of the year and in any weather.
The history of this reservoir begins from the 16th century - it was then that it was artificially constructed by local monks. After a short time, this object was ennobled and acquired a more pleasant appearance, which modern tourists really like. Arriving here, you can ride a boat or just take a walk along its coastal part. Many tourists, leaving Sergiev Posad, take away with them a lot of beautiful photos taken in this place.
Most tourists recommend a glimpse into the territory of the Elias Church, taking a walk along the banks of the Kelar Pond. This building attracts fans of interesting architecture - it is made in the traditional Baroque style. In their comments, tourists who visited this place note that they are attracted by the appearance of the building. The walls of the Elias Church are painted dark red and are painted with interesting patterns throughout their area. The main historical feature of this object is that the church was the only one operating throughout the Soviet period.
Walking along the shore of the pond, you can get acquainted with an interesting sculpture - a monument to Fevronia and Peter of Murom.
Gremyachiy Klyuch Waterfall
Almost all reviews of Sergiev Posad give recommendations for visiting another unique natural site - Gremyachiy Klyuch Waterfall. This place, according to tourists, is very beautiful and has an interesting legend, which is associated with the name of Sergius of Radonezh. Gremyachiy Klyuch is located in the Sergiev Posad district, near the villages of Vlyazhdnevo and Malinniki.
This waterfall becomes a place for swimming on the day of Epiphany, and also on the most ordinary days you can meet a huge number of people admiring the beauties of a natural object. In order to go down closer to the water, tourists can use the wooden steps and specially designed paths.
Having been here, one can observe several chapels and churches of incredible beauty located around the waterfall. In addition, the waterfall is surrounded by stunning nature, which is nowhere to be found. The height of the waterfall is 20 meters. The water temperature here, as a rule, does not rise above 6 degrees, but it has special healing properties - it has a high content of radon, whose active effect is aimed at stabilizing the functioning of the kidneys, genitourinary system, intestines and stomach. In addition, radon helps to actively combat allergic reactions that occur in the human body.
Church Archaeological Office
From the total number of museums in Sergiev Posad, a church-archaeological cabinet should be allocated, which is located in the building of the Moscow Orthodox Theological Academy. The building of this unique object presents a unique collection of old artifacts, including icons, graphics, coins, as well as interesting paintings. Here you can find interesting old printed and manuscript books, most of which were written by local monks.
This museum in Sergiev Posad was founded a long time ago - in 1814. His first expositions were portraits of Catherine the Second and Elizabeth. Today, hundreds of tourists who have arrived in the city are eager to visit the site.
How to get there
Travelers who first want to get to the city in question are often interested in how to get to Sergiev Posad. As noted above, this can be done both on your own car and on public transport.
One of the most common options is to travel by train from Moscow from Yaroslavsky to Sergiev Posad. The ticket price in this direction is about 160-200 rubles, which is quite acceptable for residents of the capital. As for the time spent on the trip, such a trip usually takes about 1.5 hours.
From Moscow to the center of Sergiev Posad can also be reached by bus. Buses from metropolitan bus stations such as VDNH, Schelkovskaya, Botanical Garden run to this city every day. It should be noted that you can go in this direction throughout the day. The fare is 260 rubles or more, and the road takes all the same 1.5 hours as on the train.
A fan of comfort can get to Sergiev Posad by taxi or by car. It should be noted that when using taxi services in this direction, you will have to pay quite a lot for the trip - at least 2000 rubles. Travel time by car is not more than an hour, which suits those people who are in a hurry for some reason. In order to get to Sergiev Posad by private car, you need to go outside the capital by turning onto the Yaroslavl highway. Next, you need to turn off according to the index of Kholmogory - from this route, and check-in to the desired city takes place.
In the event that tourists are planning their trip not from Moscow, but from another Russian city, it is most advisable to use the air mode of transport. Unfortunately, there is no direct connection with Sergiev Posad, however, everyone can fly to the nearest airports (Sheremetyevo, Chkalovsky), and from them get to the city using any convenient form of transport.