Park them. Kirov in Kirov was founded in 1958 at a communist subbotnik, in which workers of city enterprises, school students, and Komsomol members took part. At that time there was an outskirts called the Soloviev Settlement. Fields and ravines overgrown with grass, on which local residents grazed cows and goats. And there they beat keys and springs.
Park bookmark
During the war years, the population of the city doubled, so after the onset of peaceful days, all forces were directed to the restoration of industry and housing. But the time came when people began to think about relaxation, about the improvement of their Kirov. So, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the October Revolution, the Kirovites began to transform the Soloviev Settlement, having begun laying the park there. Now it is the center of the city.
First named after the location, namely Solovievsky, in 1974 the park was renamed. He became the namesake of the city in honor of S.M. Kirov, a member of the Politburo.
Landscape park
Created as a recreation area for citizens living in the Leninsky district, the Kirov Park gradually developed and developed, becoming a city-wide leisure venue. Particularly large funds were invested in it in the 1970s, in anticipation of the celebration of the 600th anniversary of the city. Large-scale work has transformed the territory.
It was at this time that a cascade of ponds was built, the circus building was laid, a diorama construction project was developed and began to be implemented. To help builders, city residents often arranged subbotniks, actively transforming the territory. The area was planted with trees, flower beds and paths were arranged, benches and arbors were installed.
The circus, for lack of experience in the construction of such facilities, has become a long-term construction. But in general, the park to them. Kirov in Kirov was transformed before his eyes.
Park facilities
The two main buildings, the circus and the diorama, were opened simultaneously in 1977. It was a New Year's gift to all residents of the city.
The typical circus building was designed for two thousand places. He immediately became loved by adults and children. And today, there, in addition to local artists, guest groups perform. Technological equipment of the building allows you to arrange performances also on water and on ice.
Particular attention should be paid to the diorama built in Kirov, in the park named after Kirov. For her, an individual, unique project was developed, the author of which was the architect A.P. Pavlov. The canvas, measuring 8 by 35 meters, depicting the “Establishment of Soviet Power in Vyatka”, was highly appreciated by his fellow artists, citizens and the government. The creators of this historical and cultural building were awarded the title of laureates of the State Prize of the RSFSR.
Two ponds became decoration of the territory: Upper and Lower. Local architects came to their device creatively, using the natural topography of the area. A dam was built at the bottom of the ravine, which allowed numerous springs and springs to fill it with water. The improved complex was replenished with a dam, a bridge and a waterfall between the ponds. All this was decorated with paths planted with trees. They built a beautiful descent to the ponds by building wide stairs.
Over time, in the territory of the park. CM. Kirov different attractions were opened. McDonald's is located next to the circus, and other catering venues are also working.
Modern park sculpture
It is not surprising that the townspeople enjoy spending time in the park. Of course, it calms down somewhat in the winter, but in the summer there are many who want to relax in nature. Moreover, the territory is still being equipped and designed in accordance with the modern wishes of the Kirovites.
In 2010, newlyweds began to come to the Alley of Happiness from name tiles. For them and for everyone, a two-meter sculpture “Horseshoe of Happiness” was installed. Go through the happy gate and order a tile on the Alley is considered a good omen.
The administration of the park. Kirov in Kirov quickly responds to the emergence of new holiday dates, popular among young people. “Day of Romance” was marked by the appearance of sculptures of two heroines of the most romantic works of A. Green: “Assol” and “Running along the waves”.