The city of Likino-Dulyovo in the Moscow region in its small area accommodates a large number of attractions and interesting places. The city is a very interesting place for a tourist vacation. The excursion walk includes a tour of the main sights of Likino-Dulyovo and allows you to plunge into the atmosphere of Russia at the end of the XV-beginning of the XVI centuries.
Historical reference
The history of the city dates back to the reign of Ivan the Terrible. In those days, part of the city was a small village of Likino, the first mention of which was in 1637. In 1832, the wealthy peasant Terenty Kuznetsov bought a piece of empty land near the village of Likino, where over time a porcelain factory was formed and the village of Dulevo was formed. Thanks to the union of two small villages in 1930, the city of Likino-Dulyovo was formed.
Location
Likino-Dulyovo is the largest city of the Orekhovo-Zuevsky district of the Moscow Region. The city is located 90 km from Moscow and 9 km from the city of Orekhovo-Zuevo. Getting here is not difficult. Daily buses run from Moscow. Also, a small distance can be covered by car in no more than an hour and a half.
Attractions Likino-Dulyovo
What are they? Most often, of all the attractions of Likino-Dulyovo in the photo you can see the Church of St. John the Theologian, located on Lenin Street. The temple was built by architect Schrer in 1917. The building of incredible beauty is a representative of the Neo-Byzantine style in architecture. At first glance at the facade of the church, you might think that it is very massive and heavy. But if you look better, you understand that all the elements are very light. Immediately visible is the work of a true professional in his field. The interior is striking in its beauty, and the skillfully executed murals on the walls will not leave anyone indifferent.
Of great importance is another attraction of Likino-Dulyovo - the museum at the porcelain factory. The presented expositions will help tourists find out many interesting facts related to the history of the city. In addition, in the museum you can familiarize yourself with the history and technology of creating porcelain and see unique items of china, which was made by local artisans. Porcelain products Likino-Dulyovo have their own distinctive sign. Masters manually apply a scarlet rose with rounded leaves on each item.
Everyone can purchase a souvenir: china and toys.
Those who do not know what to see from the sights of Likino-Dulyovo are recommended to go to the Trinity Monastery. Every morning, the bell of the monastery church wakes the inhabitants of the city with their ringing chime. The cells of the monastery are open to visitors, you can take a fascinating journey through them and learn a lot of interesting things about the life and life of the monastery novices. The walls of the monastery are covered with intricate ornaments, it may seem that secret signs are encrypted in it.
In order to learn more about the history of the city, you should visit such a landmark Likino-Dulyovo (Moscow region) as the local history museum. Here is a rich collection of antiques and household items. Visitors to the museum can visit the exhibition of clothes and weapons, as well as see old photographs that depict people who lived in Likino-Dulyovo many years ago.
In the vicinity of the city is a museum of pastilles. It organizes excursions during which tourists can learn the process of production of pastille, as well as taste a treat during the tasting. Most of all, excursions to the pastilles museum are popular, of course, for children.
You can relax after an eventful day in the city square, or in Victory Park, where a memorial to the victims of the Great Patriotic War is installed.
Where to stay
In order to fully enjoy the atmosphere and visit all the important places of the city, you should stay here for at least two days. You can spend the night in one of the Likino-Dulyovo hotels or rent one of the apartments for rent, which are handed in by a large number of hospitable locals.
Apart LD is a good option for accommodation. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a fully equipped kitchen.