The Moscow region is rich in wonderful cities, one of them is Klin. The first mention of it dates back to the fourteenth century. The Nikon Chronicle says that in the summer of 1317, Yuri Dolgoruky was traveling in this city. At that time, Klin did not belong to Moscow, but to the Tver Principality. Only in 1409 he was annexed to the principality of Moscow.
Church of the Virgin
Klin (Moscow region) is a relatively small city. All sights are concentrated in its central part. Guests of the city will undoubtedly be interested in visiting one of the oldest buildings - the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. According to historians, it was built in the middle of the sixteenth century. Prior to this, on the outskirts of Klin since 1380 there was a wooden church of the Assumption Monastery for women.
It was abolished, but the temple was not preserved. The stone church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on the banks
of the Sestra River is a brick building. In Soviet times, the church was waiting for the fate of most churches of that time, it was destroyed. They restored it again in the early sixties. Then she returned to its original appearance. In the nineties, the church was again handed over to believers.
Homesteads and Attractions
Klin is a big enough city. Touching on religious centers, one can also recall the Resurrection, built back in 1712. There is also the Trinity Cathedral (which is a monument to the beginning of the nineteenth century) and the church of St. Tikhon, dating back to the beginning of the twentieth century.
Another interesting attraction of Klin is the Maidanov Manor, which was built in the sixteenth century by Prince K.P. Naryshkin. However, she gained great fame due to the fact that P.I. Tchaikovsky lived here. A monument to this great composer now stands in Maydanovsky Park. There, on Tchaikovsky Street, you can find the Tchaikovsky House Museum.
But not only this estate is associated with the name of the great composer. When he was living in the city, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky intended to acquire another estate - Frolovskaya. It is located five kilometers from the city.
Mendeleev Museum
In general, the Wedge is famous for its famous estates. Many famous people in different years lived in this glorious town. So, another estate was glorified by the greatest chemist.
Museum-estate of D. I. Mendeleev "Boblovo" is located in the village of the same name. It is interesting in that it tells not only about the life of a chemical scientist, but also about all his scientific achievements, thanks to which science has advanced far ahead.
Manors of Demyanov and Podzhigorodovo
Another monument of Russian architecture of the seventeenth century is the estate of Demyanov. In different years, she was the property of different families. The most famous, of course, are the Roman-Korsakovs. Although in different years other famous people are associated with the estate, known both in Russia and abroad. This, for example, such as M.E. Saltykova-Shchedrin, and A.M. Vasnetsov, K.A. Timiryazev and the Gnesins family, M.N. Zagoskin and A. Bely. Nowadays, the estate has become a museum of Tchaikovsky.
The estate Podzhigorodovo (Podoshegorodovo) will also be interesting to tourists. It was built in 1770. The manor itself is interesting, as well as the church of the Archangel Michael, which is located on the territory. This church was also built in the seventies of the eighteenth century under the first owners - the Yuriev brothers.
Other estates
The monument of wooden architecture is the estate High. It belonged to the Volkov family. The estate is located in a very picturesque place.
What other interesting sights? The wedge is rich in various estates, museums. Remembering them, one cannot but tell about the Zolins estate. It was built at the turn of the eighteenth - nineteenth centuries. The estate was located in a very picturesque place. But, unfortunately, the building itself has not survived to our times. There are only images that speak of the excellent work of the architect. The first owner of the estate was General S.A. Vsevolozhsky. Currently, restoration and restoration work begins on the estate.
Market
In the city center there is a shopping mall building. They are built of red brick. Before that, there were wooden trading shops. It was a very lively trading place. This is due to the fact that the city was located on the trade routes of that time.
Monuments
Well, and, of course, monuments erected in honor of the events of the Great Patriotic War are of great importance for the clinicians. Since the city in 2016 received the honorary title "The village of military valor." For two months in the forty-first year, he was occupied by fascist troops.
One of these monuments is a monument to the Heroes of the Soviet Union. It is located near the memorial cemetery. The monument to the residents of Klin, who died during the Great Patriotic War, is located in Victory Square. The uniqueness of the modern version of this monument is that the list of the dead is now shown using the display mounted on a pedestal.
The Klinsky Memorial is dedicated to the soldiers who liberated the city. It houses the
Eternal Flame in memory of those who died during the war.
Other museums
In addition to the already mentioned monuments of architecture and history, tourists can get acquainted with the history of the city by visiting the house-museum of Arkady Gaidar, the Christmas tree museum, the exhibition hall named after Karapaev, the monument to Valery Kharlamov located in front of the Ice Palace, the house of the mayor and many other places. For example, the Klinsky Compound museum of Christmas decorations has twelve rooms. They exhibit an exposition from the history of Christmas decorations , the most interesting works of masters of decorative and applied art and glass blowers. Master classes are held here. There, children and adults can test themselves as masters of toys, they themselves can paint a Christmas ball. In addition, the museum annually holds theatrical holidays dedicated not only to the New Year and Christmas, but also to other national holidays, such as Shrovetide.
Terrapark and fountains
Fans of contact communication with the animal world are waiting for a small Terrapark. Here, people who want to pet, feed, take pictures with them. A distinctive feature of the Terrapark is that fourteen to fifteen year old children work here.
A special place in the architectural style of Klin has fountains. The most famous of them is the "Mushroom Girl" fountain. He went down in history also by the fact that in the nineties they tried to steal the sculpture. Then she was transferred to the museum of local lore. A copy is now installed in the square. It is also called the hallmark of the city. This fountain was installed in the city at the end of the eighteenth century.
One of Klin’s most beloved, crowded fountains is the one located in Afanasyev Square. There are many young people here in the evenings. Since 2007, school graduates who have completed their studies with a medal have been honored here. No less interesting is "The Boy with the Sturgeon". It is located in Pervomaisky Square. True, the "Boy with Sturgeon" that tourists are seeing now is a copy of the one that stood here a hundred years ago. There are still many fountains in Klin, which are people's favorite places of rest.
Other interesting places
Clinicians often spend their free time in city parks and squares. All of them are wonderfully landscaped, beautiful, many decorated recreation places and paved paths. For outdoor enthusiasts, bike and roller rentals are available. On weekends, there are a lot of people in parks and squares, youth, families, elderly people are walking. For children in amusement parks there are many exciting and fun attractions. In the parks, a lot of events are held both on weekends and on holidays, for example, on City Day.
For children
Of course, children are not particularly interested in attractions. Wedge is a very versatile city. Therefore, for kids here there are fascinating activities and places. One of the most interesting amusement parks for children is the Orange. There are many attractions, a children's playroom, animators. Of the entertainment centers you can still call the "Jungle of Joy." Holidays for children are held here.
Conclusion
The city of Klin (Moscow region) is a wonderful tourist center. He is ready to accept many tourists. But one day may not be enough to visit all the attractions. The wedge is so diverse and interesting that it is worth spending a few days in this city.