The Samara region of the Russian Federation is a surprisingly picturesque and extraordinary region. This district is located on the banks of the mighty Volga River. The history of this area dates back several centuries, and it itself is beautiful, like a fairy tale. Sights of the Samara region are traces of each of the centuries. Today, Samara is a modern city, but it has many interesting corners that have come down to us from the depths of different eras.
German church and Jewish synagogue
Kirkha, or the Church of St. George, is the oldest Lutheran temple not only in Samara, but also in the Volga region. His building blends perfectly with local architectural paintings and attractions of the Samara region as a whole. The facades of the church are made in a bright Gothic manner.
After the held church council of the Lutheran commune, it was decided to purchase this building. But since the community had no finances for such a purchase, she turned to German society for help. In 1865, Pundani (preacher) and Friedrich Meyer (pastor) consecrated the church foundation. Kirche was consecrated in honor of St. George.
The construction of the synagogue in Samara dates back to 1904. The architect of the building was Zelman Kleinerman - a well-known architect at that time in the city. Construction work was completed four years later. In the summer of 1908, the synagogue was immediately opened for visiting. The Samara Synagogue is an architectural monument, but its condition is incredibly dramatic. However, many other attractions of the Samara region do not differ excellent state of affairs.
Kitchen factory
The structure of the factory-kitchen looks like a sickle and a hammer. It is impossible to consider this symbol from the roofs adjacent to the rear. But from the height of the flight of birds this is quite possible. The factory-kitchen is located next to the factory to them. Maslennikova. According to historical references, bricks from collapsed churches were used to erect this object.
The original kitchen factory was glass. But in connection with the hostilities, this material had to be replaced with brickwork. Sights of the Samara region were severely damaged during the two world wars. The chief architect of today's city is convinced that the factory-kitchen should be reconstructed, because such a building cannot be in this form.
Natural objects
The main natural attractions of the Samara region are Samara Luka, Buzuluk pine forest and the cave of Stepan Razin.
Samara Luka is a great place in the region. Due to its diverse climate, there is a unique flora and fauna here. And some of its representatives live exclusively on the territory of Samara Luke. This square also houses a national park and nature reserve.
The Buzuluk pine forest appeared in the postglacial era on sand dunes. About 6-7 thousand years ago, birch and pine island forests first appeared in this area. Later exclusively pine forest grew.
The cave of Stepan Razin is located in the Stavropol region in the village of Big Ryazan. At one time, the famous robber was hiding near the specified village. There is also a cave where he stayed with his like-minded people. The grotto itself can be found in the southern part of the already familiar reader Luke. To get into this object is possible only in the pose of a half-bent person. Before the visitor will open a 20-meter hall with a width of four meters.
City Otradny
Attractions of the Otradnoy Samara region include the House of Culture, which regularly hosts shows of amateur art groups. There are a variety of circles. The property of the city is the local history museum. It exhibits an exposition of objects telling about how a settlement was founded and developed. And in the center of the village stands a monument to Vladimir Lenin. There is also a sculpture dedicated to the locals who died during the confrontations with Nazi Germany. Next to it is a stele on which the names of the victims are engraved, as well as the Eternal Flame in their memory.
Mysterious Sergievsky district
Sights of the Sergievsky district of the Samara region - this is primarily the Blue Lake (Semiz-kule). A karst funnel formed this pond. A strong hydrogen sulfide spring beats from its bottom. The lake is so transparent that you can see, as they say, all its ins and outs. This condition is explained by the absence of any life in it.
Residents of this region are confident that Blue has healing power. And there are several legends about him. So, they say that in ancient times a cart and a horse failed here, but they could not find anything. According to another belief, from time to time on the surface there appear tarry boards with secret letters.