The city of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk used to belong to Japan. They transferred it according to the Portsmouth Treaty after the end of the Russo-Japanese War in 1905. Then he was the village of Vladimirovka. The Japanese gave him the name Toyohara. After World War II, the settlement became part of Russia again, and in 1946 it became the city of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
Start from here
Tourists come here. They are attracted to the sights of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. Many want to see if there is anything left of the culture of another people after the city ceased to belong to Japan. Such travelers should start the tour with the Museum of Local Lore. It is located at the intersection of Museum Street and Communist Avenue. The first thing they will see is its building. It is made in the classic Japanese style and built in 1937. In general, the museum was founded in 1896. Then collected the first collection of exhibits. Now the exposition includes more than 200,000 items. Having got acquainted with the history of Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands, you can see other sights of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
Summer rest
Choose the next object to visit, depending on the time of year. In summer, you can go to the Park of Culture and Rest. Gagarin. It is unique and one of the top ten in Russia. Throughout the Far East, it is impossible to find anything like it. The fact is that it was founded by the Japanese back in 1906. And they know a lot about parking. But even after the Patriotic War, the authorities had a hand in preserving and equipping its territory as best as possible. We built a summer cinema, installed rides, benches, a dance floor, kiosks with soft drinks. Also in the park there is a swimming pool and sports grounds. After the death of the famous Soviet cosmonaut in 1968, the park was given his name. At present, both locals and city visitors like to relax here. Address: st. Children's, 1
Help the football field
The Cosmos stadium is located in the same park. He is notable for the fact that although his field was becoming an arena for glorious sports battles, the city authorities were in no hurry with his beautification. It was built in 1948 on the site of the former cycle track, and its reconstruction was carried out only once - in 1969. The football field requires special care. However, this rule was not respected here. Grass did not grow on the site, and the entire surface was in pits and bumps. Mass events were regularly held on the field, during which he suffered even more damage. However, urban football players had a good ball and won prizes in various championships.
In 1969, in the city of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, a championship among Class B teams was to be held, so the stadium was put in order to conduct it. After the performance, the situation began to deteriorate again. Everything continued until in 2014 a decision was made to reconstruct the stadium. Now it hosts numerous football matches, which take place on a new field with artificial turf.
Beautiful and inaccessible
What other sights of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk are there? There are a lot of them in this city. One of them is the lighthouse of Cape Aniva. It was not easy to build it in this inaccessible place - they could not deliver building materials. Therefore, in this place, various sea vessels often crashed. It was necessary to build a lighthouse. The Japanese took up this when they began to own this territory. Under the guidance of a famous architect, in 1931 a lighthouse 31 meters high was built, which is a round tower. Served by its staff, including 12 people. Now the lighthouse is working automatically and people are not required to live in it. The village of Yuzhny, which used to be located near it, also came to desolation.
Only here
Travelers who are looking for what can only be seen in this city will be interested in the Museum of Railway Engineering. Here are unique exhibits. The Sakhalin railway had a narrow gauge, different from other Russian roads, which means that they had to use equipment that could move along it (it had structural features). What exhibits does the Museum of Railway Engineering offer to see? This is a Japanese biaxial platform, a snowplow snowplow, a 1954 cistern, a biaxial covered wagon, a Wajima snowplow used at the beginning of the 20th century, and others. The search for technology is still ongoing. Museum employees repair and restore what comes to them, and replenish their exposition with new exhibits. So the museum, located at ul. Station 55, you can come more than once.
Near the city
Now consider the natural attractions of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. For example, the mountain Bolshevik with a height of 601 meters is very interesting. It is located two kilometers from the city. You can climb it by cable car. It was originally built in the 70s. A modern cableway opened in 2008. Take a ride on it to enjoy magnificent views from the observation deck. Also, lovers of skiing come here. On the slopes of the mountains for them is the base. And they descend from it on hang gliders and paragliders.
Not only for children
Nature lovers will also like the zoo-botanical park located at Detskaya Street, house 4-a. The climate of Sakhalin cannot be called favorable, however, the animals manage to create suitable living conditions. In 1993, this institution was located in the park of culture and recreation. Then, a former kindergarten was allocated for him. Visitors can see 500 animals, entertain their children and have fun themselves. On the territory of the park, entertainment events are held, a contact zoo works. Children come here not only to chat with animals. They also study nature at the Club of Young Biologists.
Working childhood
Young travelers in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk will be interested to see another attraction - the children's railway. It has a length of 2.2 kilometers and is located in the park named after Yu.A. Gagarin. It was built in 1954. This was done so that students in schools could learn a new specialty.
Children will also enjoy the performances that are shown at the Puppet Theater. One of the productions entitled "Little Fairy" has not left the stage for 35 years. The theater has a cafe and an exhibition hall. It is located at Kommunistichesky prospekt, 28-a.
Work Glory
For businessmen, there are special business centers in the city. For example, “Sakhincenter” on 32 Kommunisticheskaya Street. It is the largest not only in the Sakhalin Region, but also in the Far East. It was organized in 1990. On its territory there are banks, offices, an international clinic, a restaurant, parking, an exhibition center and much more, necessary to ensure a comfortable, modern business atmosphere. After work, guests can relax in the restaurant. There are several of them in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
Where to eat delicious food?
To try Japanese cuisine, head to 52 Toyohara Restaurant on Nevelskogo Street, 52. The cozy atmosphere will allow you to escape from the bustle of the city. The service here is top notch, the windows offer beautiful city views. The described feature differs from restaurants with similar cuisine in that seafood is produced in the vicinity of the island. Japanese cuisine can also be enjoyed at the Furusato Restaurant. His master is a Japanese who moved to this city in the 80s. The products from which they prepare the dishes, he purchases in Japan. It is located on Lenin Street, 179. And on the 2nd Central Street is the restaurant "Bukharin." Here the cuisine is already European, there is a children's menu.
City monuments
Having strengthened, you can go further, to see the sights of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. In which city is there no monument to Lenin? He is here. Do not refuse to visit him. After all, the man in whose honor he is established is part of the history of our country. Moreover, in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk the monument was designed by the sculptor E. Vuchetich.
There is a monument to A.P. Chekhov. He was brought here and installed near the scientific library in 1990. The writer himself reached the island in 1890. The monument was erected in the presence of artists of the Moscow Art Theater. Chekhov. The ceremony was attended by Oleg Efremov.
In Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, the memory of people who died during the Neftegorsk earthquake is honored. The sculpture in the form of stone blocks stands on a concrete pedestal on Karl Marx Street. People come here to lay flowers and remember those who are no longer there.
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is located far from the capital of our country. But people live on the island and do not lose heart. Exotic animals, unique paintings are brought to the city. Often all this is shown in the building of the Union of Artists, which is located on Vokzalnaya street, house 5, and turns into an exhibition center at this time.