This amazing town, sung in a famous song, will captivate all the travelers who have come to these places. It captivates with its strength and power, embodied in its rich cultural and historical heritage.
Saratov is a wonderful city located on the banks of the great Volga River. Its unique history is famous for its many famous names that have left their mark on this wonderful land. The richness and beauty of this land cannot be expressed in words, you can only admire and enjoy this amazing place.
Museums in Saratov are a reflection of its historical, cultural and spiritual heritage. Each of the museums is unique and keeps the memory of the great people who have contributed to its development. Taking a tour of the museums, you can not only touch and look into the history of this magnificent city, but also enjoy its beauty, wealth and great achievements.
What is significant city?
Saratov is an old merchant city, founded at the end of the 15th century as a defensive fortress. The main pride of the city is the famous Trinity Cathedral, erected at the end of the XVII century. The cathedral is the current spiritual center of the city. Peter I himself visited him during a trip to Azov. In addition, he is a delightful example of ancient Russian architecture. The road going from the cathedral descends to the Volga river bank, where you can take a walk along the promenade or go on a trip by river bus. Victory Park is very popular among residents and visitors of the city. Here you can see a huge collection of military equipment and hear the story of each gun. In addition, the National Village is located here, where you can touch the history and traditions of local indigenous peoples. Tourists will like Kirov Avenue, a kind of Saratov Arbat, where many shops and souvenir shops are located.
The city's attractions
Going for a walk around the city, you can enjoy the ancient architecture of buildings of past centuries. From the embankment of the Cosmonauts a breathtaking view of the Volga River opens, the strength and power of which makes you hold your breath. You should definitely get on the legendary bridge connecting the city with Engels. In the year of its foundation (1965), the bridge was the longest in Europe, its length is 2.8 km. A great place for walking and buying souvenirs will be Kirova Avenue, or, as it was called in the XIX century, Nevsky Avenue. It is here that the main symbol of the city is located - the conservatory. The city is famous for its many museums and theaters. Going to Museum Square, you can see the Holy Trinity Cathedral, where Peter I himself was. In the center of the city is an old church that resembles the St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow. In the vicinity of the city you can see the remains of the ancient city of Uvek and visit the landing site of Yu. Gagarin.
A bit about the history of the city
During the reign of Tsar Fedor Ivanovich, a decree was issued on the construction of new cities in the Volga region. These cities were to play the role of defensive fortresses. In 1590, Prince Zasekin, together with the boyar Fedor Turov, laid the city between Samara and Tsaritsyn, which was later named Saratov. In the winter of 1614 the city was wiped out by a crushing fire. In 1617, it was again erected on the left bank of the Volga. In 1674, Alexander Shel laid the foundations of the city on Falcon Mountain. In 1676, Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich decided to transfer the city to the right coast of the Volga. Today, Saratov is one of the largest and most beautiful cities of the Volga region. It is famous for its cultural and historical sites, 662 of which are under state protection. 53 of them are of federal importance.
Saratov - the “forge” of famous people and a source of inspiration
Saratov is the birthplace of such celebrities as N. G. Chernyshevsky, A. N. Radishchev, A. N. Tolstoy and K. S. Petrov-Vodkin. The beauties of the city are reflected in the work of many famous people, including poet M. Yu. Lermontov, writer N. S. Leskov, artist M. A. Vrubel, architect F. O. Shekhtel and actress M. G. Savina. People came here for inspiration I. A. Krylov, I. E. Repin, D. V. Davydov, B. M. Kustodiev. F.I. Chaliapin, L.P. Orlova, S.V. Rakhmaninov, Yu.V. Nikulin conducted their touring tours here. In addition, the city was visited by M. Gorky, A.N. Strugatsky and even V.V. Mayakovsky.
The cultural life of the city
Museums of Saratov will help to get acquainted with the city. They are a reflection of its history and rich cultural heritage. In addition, the city is famous for a large number of art galleries. Saratov is also impossible to imagine without its theaters. The first city theater was opened in 1803. The Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, the Theater of Russian Comedy, the Theater of Young Spectators and others give visitors the opportunity to touch the beautiful. In 1831, the first public library was opened in the city. The city conservatory and the circus are very popular. In addition, the building of the conservatory, made in the Gothic style, is a symbol of the city. The State Circus was founded by the Nikitins in 1873, today it is one of the leading circuses in Russia. In Saratov, annually it is a venue for exciting cultural festivals and competitions, among which the Sobinovsky Music Festival won all-Russian fame.
And now we take a tour of the city museums and learn more about the history and culture of this wonderful place.
State Art Museum. A.N. Radishchev
The Radishchev Museum (Saratov) is one of the oldest museums in Russia. Created back in 1885 by Radishchev's grandson - A.P. Bogolyubov, over the years he has put together a huge collection of works of art that has gained popularity not only in our country, but also abroad.
The collection is famous for exhibits from the time of Ancient Russia, ancient icons, sculptures and church attributes. In addition, the works of artists of the 17th-20th centuries are presented here, among which can be seen the canvases by O. A. Kiprensky, K. P. Bryullov, V. A. Serov, M. A. Vrubel and P. P. Konchalovsky. You can also see antique collections, objects of European art and paintings of the Barbizon school of art. There is a library of old manuscripts.
Saratov Regional Museum of Local Lore
The Museum of Local Lore (Saratov) is one of the oldest in the Volga region. It was founded in 1886 on the basis of the city archival commission.
Here is a large collection of archaeological finds, ancient documents and objects telling the history of these places. At the same time, the number of exhibits is constantly growing, even local residents are contributing to the development of collections. The collections devoted to the chronicles of the 20th century, the Golden Horde, as well as the memorial exposition about P. A. Stolypin won great fame.
House-Museum of N. G. Chernyshevsky
The Chernyshevsky Museum (Saratov) was founded in his house by his son Mikhail. Here you can get acquainted with the history of the family, as well as the work of the famous writer.
In 1927, the first exhibition was held, which gave impetus to further rapid development and replenishment of collections. 1978 was a jubilee year. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the writer’s birthday, a new exhibition was opened, repeating to the smallest detail the features of Chernyshevsky’s home. Authentic items from the writer's everyday life were presented here. In 1988, a historical and literary exposition was opened, which even today surprises visitors with its wealth and uniqueness. It is a significant fact that a book of reviews is kept in the house, where celebrities such as K. Simonov, K. Fedin, I. Andronnikov, as well as Yu. Gagarin and G. Grechko left their autographs.
Saratov Ethnographic Museum
The Ethnographic Museum (Saratov) was opened in 1993 as a branch of the city Museum of Local Lore. It is located in the former Museum of the Ulyanov family, which is a popular city attraction. It is famous for its ancient architecture. At the beginning of the XX century, mother V.I. Lenin. Since the museum does not have its own funds, various exhibitions are held here.
There is an exposition telling about the life of the local intelligentsia. Another exhibition is dedicated to the Volga peoples living in the region at the turn of the XIX-XX centuries. Here you can see clothing, household items, as well as get acquainted with the culture of local peoples. The exhibition, dedicated to Christian holidays, talks about how Orthodox, Catholics and representatives of Lutheranism celebrate Easter and Christmas.
State Museum of K. A. Fedin
The Fedin Museum (Saratov) is located in the old building of the Sretensky School, where Konstantin Alexandrovich studied. Opened back in 1981, today it has the largest collection of Russian literature of the 20th century.
His collections contain exclusive literary works of our and foreign writers. In addition, here you can see old manuscripts, rare old editions, letters, photographs and a huge collection of art paintings.
Einstein Museum of Entertaining Sciences
On September 1, 2014, the Einstein Museum of Entertaining Sciences (Saratov) opened, which gives its visitors an exciting journey into the world of science and technology. Every adult remembers how physics was complicated and incomprehensible at school, chemistry caused many difficulties, and even biology seemed complicated. Here, adults can look at complex processes from a new perspective, and children can understand them in the process of an exciting game. Everyone can imagine himself as a great scientist and independently conduct an experiment.
Children will love the fact that the exhibits can be touched, twisted, twisted and even click on buttons. Having visited the Einstein Museum (Saratov), you can go on an exciting journey. You can find yourself inside a huge soap bubble, collect the details of a bridge without nails, find out what is the speed of sound and even touch a mirage.
Saratov Museum of Labor Glory
Another interesting city object is being built on Sokolova Gora, which will tell about the labor exploits of the Saratovites. The Museum of Labor Glory (Saratov) plans to begin work in 2015. Today it has already been possible to collect more than 1,500 exhibits from 35 industrial enterprises of the city. The Neftemash plant donated the chemical laboratory of the early 20th century, awards, documents and photographs to the museum. Also among the exhibits are the labor banners of the collective of trust No. 7. Also, the city sewing factory, Mezhgoravtotrans, Elektroistochnik LLC, Reservar factory, and Almaz association also contributed. Like other museums in Saratov, the Museum of Labor Glory prepares interesting exhibitions and expositions for visitors.
Taking a tour of the museums of Saratov, you can see how beautiful and amazing this city is. He has an incredibly rich history. Its picturesque beauties have become an inspiration for many poets, writers and artists. On this wonderful land many famous people were born whose names are forever inscribed in the history of our country. In addition, the museums of Saratov will allow you to get acquainted with the cultural and creative heritage of the city, as well as learn a lot about its modern life.