Manor Kolomenskoye ... This place attracts not only Muscovites themselves, but also guests of the Russian capital. Why is this happening? And why, at any time of the year and in any weather, it is here that whole crowds of vacationers flock here? Most likely, the secret is that it is here that you can find an activity that will appeal to every guest. Someone comes because of the many exhibitions, someone is interested in history and ancient architecture, and someone just wants to sit in silence in the bosom of nature, enjoying amazing landscapes.
Section 1. Estate Kolomenskoye. general description
Manor Kolomenskoye is a wonderful museum-reserve. Today, the complex of historical and cultural monuments includes 17 architectural objects, 12 of which are part of the royal estate of the 16-19 centuries.
In the Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, you can admire the historical interiors dating back to the 17th century. Performances as well as classical music concerts are regularly held in the building of this palace. Kolomenskoye is a manor whose address in the capital is known to almost everyone.
Schoolchildren and students who want to get acquainted with the history of their native land here, go to Andropov Avenue, 39, throughout the school year. In especially snowy winter, ski trails attract outdoor enthusiasts, and in summer everyone seeks shelter in the shade of trees and on the shore of the reservoir from the scorching heat of the capital.
Fairground pleases kids with an amusement town. A visit to the exhibition dedicated to the falconry of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich will provide a vivid impression. You can also capture friends and family together with hunting birds on a camera or camera.
Section 2. The estate Kolomenskoye. History
According to legend, the village of Kolomenskoye was founded by immigrants from Kolomna in very old times. Modern historians believe that they escaped from the army of Batu Khan in the 30s of the XIII century.
The first mention of Kolomensky in written sources dates back to 1236 - Ivan Kalita ordered his estate to be transferred to the heirs of Kolomenskoye near Moscow.
At the time of Aleksei Mikhailovich Kolomenskoye is in full bloom. The unusually beautiful wooden palace built at that time was considered a miracle of wooden architecture. It has not survived to our time, however, according to ancient drawings, a copy of this structure was built.
Rising snow-white temples cannot but cause admiration. The estate presents historical values that were brought here from different Russian regions. For example, a Polovtsian woman. This monument in the distant past was placed over the burial mound, where the Polovtsian warrior rested. And today it can be seen on the estate.
The Borisov Stone brought here is a sign that was installed at one time on the border of Tsar Boris’s possessions.
Section 3. The estate Kolomenskoye. Mysteries and mysteries
Voices ravine in the estate - a place that is described as something mysterious. Its length is about 1 km. According to legend, he received his name in honor of the pagan deity Volos. At the bottom of the ravine you can see stones that were altars. In the vicinity, archaeologists discovered traces of ancient settlements that date back to the 1st century. BC.
According to one legend, in the XVI century a detachment of the Horde rescued after a defeat in the battle. On the way they had a Kolomensky ravine. Having descended into it, the Horde disappeared. Once again they were seen only after 50 years!
In the XIX century, a mystical incident happened to peasants from a neighboring village. Deciding to shorten the path, they went down to the ravine and found themselves in clubs of dense fog. After that, a corridor suddenly appeared before them, and before their eyes appeared people overgrown with wool. The peasants managed to get out in a few minutes, and in real time their journey lasted 20 years! It is believed that in these places the legendary library of Ivan the Terrible is hidden - Liberia. And in the VII century. here, a whole nation seems to have disappeared from the face of the earth.
It should be noted that today the Kolomenskoye estate offers the most diverse excursions, however, many visitors prefer to go for a walk along the park’s alleys on their own. Perhaps they still hope to fully solve the mystery of this place.