The small and cozy city of Torzhok was founded in 1139 - at that time it was first mentioned in ancient chronicles. The location of the settlement on the banks of the Tvertsa River was not chosen by chance. Novgorod merchants founded the city at the confluence of two rivers and the intersection of commercial water and land routes, which allowed the city to develop and grow.
The main attractions of Torzhok are a combination of the ancient architecture of the city, churches and monasteries with rolling hills and the quiet beauty of nature in central Russia. Here, in a small area, a large number of memorial sites and attractions are collected that attract tourists and connoisseurs of ancient culture.
More than a dozen churches and temples are located in the city of Torzhok. Sights, photos of which are striking in beauty, are not in the best condition, but this does not lose their value. In combination with natural beauties, unique and memorable landscapes and views of the city are created.
A federal highway connecting Moscow and St. Petersburg passes through Torzhok. Even from the windows of the car you can see some of the sights of Torzhok. The automobile bridge offers stunning views of the Borisoglebsky Monastery. A stone building of unprecedented beauty amazes and delights travelers, forcing them to stop to make a memorable photo.
The monastery was erected in 1039 and is one of the oldest church buildings. It is made of stone and consists of several buildings. At the moment, only the Vvedensky church has been restored and opened to visitors.
Other attractions of Torzhok are the Transfiguration Cathedral and the Annunciation Church, as well as the Resurrection of the Virgin Monastery. Due to the abundance of monuments of ancient architecture and church architecture, the city received the official status of "monument of urban planning."
Sights of Torzhok are not only architectural monuments, but also examples of the magnificent art of local embroiderers. Folk art has been revered and developed to the present for centuries. From ancient times this city was famous for needlewomen who embroidered with gold threads of stunning beauty paintings and icons. Gold sewing glorifies the city and now - the Museum of Gold Sewing operates here, in which tourists are presented with a wide selection of jewelry and souvenirs for every taste and budget.
There was also a culinary legend in the city that tells about the history of the emergence of a delicious landmark of Torzhok - a fire patty. It says that along the route of Emperor Alexander the First, Pozharsky's guesthouse was located, where he stopped for lunch. The tsar wished veal cutlets, but the necessary meat was not in the pantry. The situation was saved by the owner’s daughter, having prepared a delicious dish of chicken meat, which the emperor really liked.
When traveling around the city, a map of Torzhok with sights is useful for tourists. It will help you navigate in space and tell you what places are nearby. Walking around the city, you can enjoy the picturesque views of native nature and communication with local residents. They are very friendly here!