Kineshma is an ancient industrial center of the Volga region, the settlement of which began in the III-II centuries. BC e. Despite the presence of large industrial enterprises in the city, there are also natural beauties. The main attractions of Kineshma are churches, museums and ancient buildings. Read more about them below.
The most picturesque street of Kineshma
Volzhsky Boulevard is one of the most beautiful embankments in Russia, is a favorite vacation spot for locals and tourists. Above a high moat near the banks of the Volga, there is an alley lined with paving stones. It offers a wonderful view of the city and its surroundings. The great playwright A. N. Ostrovsky liked to walk along Volzhsky Boulevard. It is even said that this place inspired him to write the play "Thunderstorm". The films "Dowry", "Vassa Zheleznova", "Sheep and Wolves" were also filmed here.
The view of one of the main sights of Kineshma was not always like this. Until the 17th century, along the modern alley passedborder of the city defensive fortress.
And until the 20s of the last century, the covering of the alley, fences and gazebos were wooden.
Religious sights of the city
Many tourists go to Kineshma just to look at its churches, cathedrals and monasteries. What are the Trinity and Assumption Cathedrals, standing on Sovetskaya Street. The large building of the Assumption Cathedral was erected in 1745, the Trinity Cathedral - in 1836. This is a rare ensemble, since one of the temples is "warm" (that is, heated in winter), and the second is cold. Most often, such churches vary in size, but the Trinity and Assumption Cathedrals almost do not differ in area.
The Church of the Annunciation built in 1805 is an example of the Baroque style with elements of early classicism. The church and the bell tower are two separate buildings, and in the 19th century a refectory was built to unite them.
Very interesting is the Church of the Ascension, built at the end of the 18th century in a laconic style with ancient Russian forms. This is an unusual building for that time. Inside the church has a remarkable system of domed and box vaults.
Red malls
Another attraction of Kineshma is located in the central part of the city. The red brick building without cladding was built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and is interesting for its architectural features. It has an eclectic style, and its decor is romantic and modern. The building is rectangular, withOn the eastern side, octagonal domes are attached to it. The center is decorated with a plucked attic and brick pattern.
The interior of the architectural monument is divided into trading floors, each of which has a separate exit to the street.
The trading floors are still functioning.
What to see in Kineshma? City museums
The main museum of Kineshma is an art and history museum, the exposition of which is divided into three parts. The local history exhibition is located in the building of a former bank of the 19th century and tells about the rich history of Kineshma. Much attention is paid to the theme of the family and the individual. The art gallery is also located in an architectural monument - a former charity house. The exhibition hall of the city of Navoloki is located in the tower in the park of culture and recreation. The Kineshma Museum of Art and History is of particular interest, allowing you to see the ancient city and its history from all sides.
The exhibition "Kineshma felt boots" is very popular with tourists, where you can see the largest and smallest felt boots and even get acquainted with the technology of their production. The exhibition was created by the Sokolov family, who have been making shoes for many years.
For tourist walks, the open-air museum, which is located near the park of the 35th anniversary of the Victory, is good. The exposition introduces the military equipment of the Great Patriotic War.
Which monuments in Kineshma should I pay attention to?
Kineshma (Ivanovo region) boasts andsome notable monuments. Basically, they are statues of famous people related to the area.
The great Russian playwright A. N. Ostrovsky lived and worked in the city for some time. With his help, the local theater was also opened, so a monument to the playwright simply could not be erected in Kineshma. A bust of A. N. Ostrovsky on a high pedestal is located on the square in front of the theater.
A sculpture of governor F. Boborykin, who commanded the militia in the Time of Troubles, rises on the Revolution Square. He gave battle to impostors, and was included in the honorary list of residents of Kineshma, Ivanovo region. Now his sculpture on horseback is one of the attractions of the city.
Kineshma, like any other post-Soviet city, did not do without a monument to V. I. Lenin.
It is located on a picturesque square in the middle of Volzhsky Boulevard. His monument in Kineshma (like statues in many cities) raises his hand invitingly.
Architectural monuments: houses of famous residents of the city
The historical and cultural appearance of Kineshma is made up not only of religious, but also of secular buildings. Residential buildings of famous residents of the city can tell a lot about themselves.
The house of the merchant Shemyakin was built in 1913, it was originally the property of a we althy family. In the 20s of the 20th century, it was handed over to the city committee, which rebuilt the building into an apartment building. At the end of the last century, the house of the merchant Shemyakin became the city registry office.
The house of the manufacturer of the Mindorovsky endXIX century has come down to our times with minor changes, despite the fact that it was actively used not quite for its intended purpose. Already at the beginning of the 20th century, a gymnasium was located here, then the Council of Workers' and Soldiers' Deputies.
Now the building houses a TB hospital.
Girinsky's house was built of brick at the beginning of the 19th century. Its first owner and customer is unknown. The house was owned by the grain merchant A. F. Girinsky for a long time, and now there is a residential building - a landmark of Kineshma.
Bridges, station and port of Kineshma
Kineshma Bridge, built in 2003, of course, does not represent a historical and cultural value, but it can boast of another achievement. The length of the bridge is 1.64 km, and it is one of the longest bridges in our country. It connects the city with the Kostroma region and the Kostroma-Kirov highway.
Nikolsky bridge across the Kineshma River connected the central and more remote areas of the city. It was built following the example of the Eiffel bridges that Europeans built at the end of the 19th century.
Many tourists start excursions in Kineshma from the railway station, arriving there from other cities. The railway and bus stations are located nearby, on the same street not far from the entrance to Kineshma from the side of neighboring Ivanovo. The station is a dead end, there is no further way.
The Kineshma river station is currently not functioning, although in the past there was a major port with a stop for cruise ships traveling along the Volga. The landing stage is now used as a cafe and hotel. Nearby is the shopping center "River".
Reviews of tourists about Kineshma
Many tourists who have visited Kineshma highly appreciate this ancient city precisely because of the opportunity to get to know their homeland, to get acquainted with historical, cultural, architectural monuments. The embankment is also noted in the reviews, along which you can safely walk, enjoying the picturesque views of the Volga. Churches of Kineshma always have only good reviews from travelers.
People and the convenience of the city's location celebrate. In Moscow, you can take a night train and in 10 hours you will be at your destination for only 650 rubles in a reserved seat, 1400 in a compartment. There are also budget seats. By bus from the capital to Kineshma can be reached in 7.5 hours, the ticket price is about 850 rubles.
The only disadvantage of the city tourists call undeveloped beach infrastructure. Despite the fact that the city is located on the great Volga, there is only one official beach. Moreover, it is located on the Kineshma River. There are few amenities - instead of sun loungers, there are benches, dry closets, garbage cans and a volleyball court. Most local residents prefer to relax on the Volga, choosing the most comfortable places. Some tourists follow suit.
