Orenburg is a city located in the south of the Urals. A beautiful land, glorified by Pavel Bazhov and D.N. Mamin-Sibiryak. Among the many diverse Ural cities Orenburg I want to highlight. After visiting it, you can take a walk from one part of the world to another. In addition, Gostiny Dvor attracts the attention of tourists from all over the world. Orenburg is a city with a rich history and many attractions.
Historical reference
The city began to be built in 1734. Initially, it was conceived as a fortress by the river Or, and it gave the name to the city. A few years later he was moved to a new place, and then did it again. People say about Orenburg that he was "conceived three times, born once." Not every city in Russia can boast of this. The final construction began in 1743, and it is considered the year of foundation. At the end of the XVIII century it was besieged by the troops of Emelyan Pugachev.
At first, the city was a fortress protecting other settlements from raids, but soon it also became a trading center between Russia and Central Asia. And at the beginning of the 20th century, however, only a few years, was the capital of the Kyrgyz Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic.
Sights of Orenburg
The famous downy shawls and the story "Captain's Daughter" by A. S. Pushkin glorified the city throughout the world. But there are many interesting places that worthily compete with the historical places of the central cities of Russia.
Firstly, the Elizabethan Gate. The empress herself gave them to the city in gratitude for the suppression of the Bashkir rebellion.
Secondly, a water tower. From 1904 to 1946 it provided the city with drinking water. Unusual color performance, elegant window design will hold your attention for a long time.
Thirdly, the caravanserai. It is a unique architectural monument, reflecting the features of the region. A minaret, a mosque, farm buildings, a beautiful garden are included in the complex Caravanserai.
Further, the complex "National Village", which was opened in 2007. This unique building, which has no analogues in Russia, includes 10 courtyards, made in a special style, corresponding to a particular ethnic group living in the city. A cafe with national cuisine was built near each courtyard.
And finally, Gostiny Dvor (Orenburg). The trade monument is located in the city center, now it is one of the largest shopping complexes. Its construction began simultaneously with the city. The courtyard was a fortress surrounded by a stone wall. Inside it were more than 100 shops and barns. Trade was carried out at any time of the year, but the busiest was in the summer. A large number of diverse products lured robbers from all nearby places. No constipation, locks, security did not save the situation.
In the 20th century, the Bank of Russia issued a coin in denominations of 3 rubles, on which you can read "Gostiny Dvor, Orenburg".
More than 200 meters in length and almost the same in width - this is the size of the most famous trading place of the city in ancient times, and now.
Gostiny dvor (Orenburg) offers to attend various events: an exhibition of animals or agricultural production achievements. Various music festivals take place in the courtyard.
Undoubtedly, the zoo in Gostiny Dvor will arouse great interest of both adults and children. Orenburg is famous not only for monuments of culture and art. The main attraction of the city is the people who live here and lived at different times.
People who glorified the city
The famous Russian poet and writer Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin came to the city to collect information about the uprising of Emelyan Pugachev. As a result, he wrote The Captain's Daughter and The History of the Pugachev Riot.
During the Great Patriotic War, Mstislav Rostropovich lived with his parents in the city, here he studied at a music school.
At different times, such outstanding personalities as the poet Taras Shevchenko, fabulist Ivan Krylov, cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, actors Pelageya Strepetova and Mikhail Tarhanov lived and worked in Orenburg.
Orenburg: from Europe to Asia
One of the most famous places to visit is the pedestrian bridge over the Ural River. On one side of the bridge is a stele with the sign "Europe", on the other - "Asia". True, it is now customary to draw the border between Europe and Asia in another place, but this fact does not bother the travelers who choose this amazing city to visit.
Tourists reviews
The real gem of the city center is called Gostiny Dvor. Orenburg will offer you many places that are worthy of attention. But Gostiny Dvor is not only a large number of small shops, here you can have a tasty and inexpensive snack, buy souvenirs for memory, and besides, various events are often held here.
Staying in this ancient city will bring you a lot of positive emotions. Residents are always friendly and willingly tell you how to get to one place or another. Sights of Orenburg, clean river air, smiles on the faces of passers-by ... Having been here once, you will certainly decide to return again.