Khimki is a city that has a rich history. It begins with the construction of a railway station in 1850. Near her, the village gradually became upset. After 57 years, there were already 47 yards in it. This has contributed to the development of infrastructure. Gradually opened a post office, pharmacy, restaurant, shops, tavern. By that time, the population was already 1,500 people. Until the 20s of the twentieth century, the village was considered a summer residence. After unification with Petropavlovsky in Khimki, schools, a library, and a fire station were built. The number of inhabitants increased. The industry in the village began to develop since 1928. Knitted artel is the first production enterprise. A little later, a furniture factory, a metalware enterprise, and an aircraft repair plant were opened. Thanks to them, in 1937, Khimki received the status of a working village. Two years later, it is transformed into a city.
At present, almost 240 thousand people live in Khimki. It is one of the largest satellite cities in Moscow. There are many cultural and entertainment centers, museums, libraries. The architectural sights of Khimki are striking in their diversity. On the territory of the city there are about 20 unique temples, chapels, churches. There are also many monuments and memorials. Nature lovers are invited to stroll through the most beautiful parks and squares, visit the famous Khimki forest and the reservoir. In a word, there are a lot of attractions. Let's get to know some of them.
Church of the Holy Apostles
The Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul is located next to the Rodina Stadium at the address: Leninsky Ave., Building No. 31. The 350th anniversary will soon be celebrated. In the district, this temple is the oldest. After the Second World War, his building was transferred to the national economy. Due to the fact that in it for a long time there were foundry-aluminum and soap-making production, all ancient wall paintings deteriorated. Only at the end of 1991 the building was transferred to an Orthodox parish. A year later, services began to be held in it. However, the various organizations that worked on the territory of the church in Soviet times, completely moved out only in 2004. After that, the overhaul of all the buildings began. Great help was provided by the city administration. Reconstruction work took 7 years. In the summer of 2011, Archbishop Gregory of Mozhaisk consecrated the church.
3D Gallery
The Gallery 3D sculpture museum is located at Chapaeva Street, Building 3A. He opened his doors to visitors in 2009. At the time of foundation, the base was the work of the artist and sculptor M. Taratynov. Inheriting them from his father, it was the son of a folk artist who decided to open a museum. Currently, it has collected many exhibits of other sculptors with well-known names. The museum also presents works of domestic contemporaries, diverse in style, from abstraction to socialist realism. In addition to sculptures, you can see a collection of paintings.
Picture Gallery named after S. N. Gorshina
The Khimki Picture Gallery is located on Moskovskaya Street at number 15. It opened 25 years ago, in 1991. At the time of foundation, the collections of Professor S. N. Gorshin were presented, which included graphics and painting. Sergei Nikolaevich became famous throughout the country due to his passion for Russian realistic painting. His collection is considered the largest. Now the gallery contains more than 200 exhibits. These works are of great value and are unique in their kind. In addition to these paintings, here you can see the creations and other artists of academic painting, both classical and little-known.
Monument to the defenders of Moscow "Jerzy"
The city of Khimki was not in vain chosen to establish the “Hedgehog” monument. During the Second World War, this territory became the border where the German fascists were defeated, and their capital was their goal. On December 6, 1941, Soviet troops went on the offensive, gradually pushing the enemy troops away from Moscow.
Now twice a year a large number of people gather here for commemorative events. The city administration systematically reconstructs the monument, as flaws often appear on reinforced concrete structures. The work was carried out in 2003 and 2005. A complete restoration was carried out in 2011. During it, the architects made minor changes to the design and proposed the use of 3D illumination. In the evening, the Jerzy Monument is an unforgettable sight that can be seen from an airplane arriving at Sheremetyevo Airport.
Dinosaur exhibition
In 2015, in the Central Park. L. Tolstoy opened the exhibition "Secrets of the world." Its exhibits were dinosaurs. There are several dozen of them. In the manufacture of sculptures used the natural sizes of these ancient creatures that inhabited our planet even before our era. The exhibition turned out to be quite realistic. Thanks to the skin imitation and growling, dinosaurs look natural. For all comers guided tours.
The exhibition "Secrets of the World" for the winter closes. Exhibits with the advent of cold weather clean. However, in the spring they will again be in place. Entrance is paid - about 350 rubles. The organizers plan to constantly update the exhibition and make it year-round.
Temple of Cyril and Methodius
In 2007, on the library street in the house number 1, the temple of Cyril and Methodius was opened. It is a small wooden house with a bell tower and an altar. The style of construction refers to the buildings of the Russian North of the 18th-19th centuries. Cyril and Methodius are equally apostolic brothers who were the patrons of spiritual enlightenment. This name of the temple was chosen quite deliberately, since next to it are the State Library and the University of Arts and Culture. Currently, worship services are regularly held here.
Square them. Maria Rubtsova
Some sights of Khimki are named after honorary citizens of the city. For example, square them. M. Rubtsova. It opened in the Novye Khimki microdistrict in 2004. Maria Rubtsova, being a public utility worker, took part in the construction of airfields and roads. Many objects had defense significance.
Currently, benches have been built in the park where you can sit in silence under the dense crown of trees. There is a fountain open during the summer season. Most people come here to enjoy these beautiful views. A chic playground with swings, stairs and other attractions has been built for children. There is also a large football field. Monuments to WWII soldiers were erected on the territory of the square, an exhibition of heavy defensive equipment is in operation. In 2007, the memorial was opened to the heroes who participated in undeclared wars.
Theater "Our Home"
The cultural attractions of Khimki also deserve attention. On Mayakovsky Avenue in house number 22 is a theater with the original name "Our House". It arose from the studio movements, which were popular at the turn of the 80-90s. Its leader was a graduate of the University of Arts S. Postny. He was able to unite people, creating a creative and friendly atmosphere in the theater. Now about 35 people work in Our Home. Each member of the troupe is a graduate of famous higher educational institutions such as GITIS, Schukinskoye, Moscow University of Culture.
The theater offers a diverse repertoire. Here are staged performances of foreign and Russian classics, drama of the Soviet era, as well as works by contemporaries designed for adults and children.
Manor Bratsevo
The sights of Khimki will amaze even the most demanding tourist. Those interested in history should visit the Brattsevo area. It appeared in the XIV century. Currently refers to historical monuments.
The Brattsevo estate previously belonged to the descendants of Rodion Nestorovich. It was this boyar who saved the life of Ivan Kalita. A little later, the Fomins family lived on the estate. Until 1572, the building housed the Trinity-Sergius Monastery, after which it was bought back by the relatives of B. Godunov. In 1618, the estate was transferred to Deacon A. Ivanov. After 10 years, the gunsmith of Tsar Alexei becomes its owner. At the end of the 17th century, Count A. Stroganov lived in the estate.
In 2000, a helicopter crash occurred in this area, in which the famous doctor S. N. Fedorov died . In honor of this, a memorial sign and a chapel were erected.