The Patriarchal bridge has the style of traditional architecture of the XIX century. Lamps are inserted into his canvas, which create unusual lighting in the evening. Part of the bridge, located from the temple, made openwork and has a ceremonial appearance. In the area of the bridge, lined with white marble, you can see the cups and stems of sea lilies, crinoids and various ancient fossils.
History
The pedestrian Patriarchal bridge was built by the project of architects and artists Z. K. Tsereteli, M. M. Posokhin, as well as engineers A. Kolchin and O. Chemerinsky. Construction working documentation passed the examination, design acceptance tests were successful. The bridge opened in September 2004 and became one of the favorite places of Muscovites and tourists. It got its name in honor of the Russian patriarch Alexander II. Then, when the bulk of the production of the Krasny Oktyabr confectionery factory was transferred from the territory of Bersenevskaya Embankment, the stylobate bridge part was completed. In this way the Patriarchal bridge was built. The grand opening of the new part took place on the first Saturday of September 2007 - on this day Moscow City Day was celebrated.
Geographic location
Rightfully considered one of the most beautiful places in the city, a 203-meter-long bridge construction passes over the famous river called Moscow. The Patriarchal Bridge consists of three-span structures and is located opposite the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. The first branch of the bridge goes through the Moscow River, connecting Prechistenskaya embankment with Bersenevskaya. The second stylobate part is located above the Vodootvodny Canal and passes through Bolotny Island to the Yakimanskaya Embankment. This design position does not interfere with the normal traffic and allows for good navigation of ships. In the near future it is planned to complete the flyover, through which it will be possible to go to the Big Yakimanka.
Near the bridge there are such attractions: the famous museum "House on the Embankment", the majestic Cathedral of Christ the Savior and the profitable house of Pertsov.
How to get there
The bridge construction is located in Moscow at the address: st. Volkhonka, Patriarchal bridge. How to get to this attraction? There are three options: on your own car, on a taxi or on your own, that is, using public transport. To get there by car, it’s more convenient to use a map or navigator. It should be noted that the bridge is located in the very center of the city, so traffic is dense and it is difficult to find a parking place nearby. It is wiser to leave the vehicle away and take a walk.
A simple way is to get a taxi. You can call a car from any taxi fleet, since in Moscow every taxi driver knows where the Patriarchal Bridge is located.
For those who decide to come under their own power, it is necessary to familiarize themselves with the location of this attraction on a map. The most convenient way to get on your own is to use the subway. The nearest station, from which you can quickly get to the bridge structure, is Kropotkinskaya. It is located on the red Sokolniki branch of the Moscow Metro. Having reached this station, you need to pay attention to the signs placed at the exit to the city. There is direct access from the metro to the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. This is the shortest and most convenient way. After walking about 1 minute on foot, you can be near the temple. Then you need to go around it and get directly to the bridge from the gate. And even if the pointer is not found, then you can exit through any of several exits to the city. Having left the metro, there is an opportunity from every point to see the temple and walk to it.
You can take a more picturesque path along the embankment or street of the old city by going to the Park Kultury metro station. In this case, it is better to use a map, navigator or ask passers-by. This walk will allow you to see more beautiful places in Moscow.
Trolleybus routes No. 2, 16, 33, 44 are also located near the bridge structure.
Map
As already found out, there are different ways to visit the Patriarchal bridge. A map or navigator will help you get directions from anywhere in Moscow. In the same way, you can quickly find a convenient road by car or choose a rational path for walking. The map fragment contains public transport stops and metro stations that pass near the bridge. All this information will help you choose the best route.
Traditions
Despite its short existence, the Patriarchal Bridge has become a symbol of family unity. He is very popular with couples in love. Here you can often see wedding processions. Part of the bridge, located on the side of the temple, is very beautiful and openwork, which makes it ideal for a wedding photo. It was in this place for the first time in Moscow that the tradition of the newlyweds was founded to unfasten the “lock of love” and throw the key into the river. It is believed that such a marriage will be strong. On the fences you can see a huge number of different castles: with names and nameless, large and small, ordinary and elegant.
The bridge was used by the directors of the film “Love in the Big City”. The most anxious moments were filmed on it. Several times (from 2008 to 2011) in this place the New Year's congratulatory addresses of the president to the people of Russia were recorded.
Beautiful pictures
At any season and time of the day, you can meet many people who just stroll, enjoy the beauty or take a camera on the Patriarchal Bridge. The photos are wonderful, because it offers great views. In a favorable perspective, you can capture the walls of the Kremlin and the center of Moscow. The Cathedral of Christ the Savior looks great, photographed from a bridge. Not only tourists, but also local residents, who pass here very often, can not resist the next beautiful shot. Unusual pictures are obtained in the evening, when the backlight is lit, burning in different colors, and lights. Despite the fact that the bridge is always crowded, there is no fuss on it. The bridge structure is spacious and wide, therefore it is not crowded. Almost everyone who visited him are satisfied with a quiet walk and beautiful views.