The city of Odintsovo was first mentioned in the second half of the 15th century. It has a long history, and its inhabitants have repeatedly become participants and witnesses of important events. In addition, many famous figures of Russian culture have repeatedly visited Odintsovo.
Sights of the city can be of interest to lovers of both ancient monuments and modern architecture, and young people and families with children will find plenty of entertainment for every taste.
So, what is interesting about the city of Odintsovo?
Leisure park them. Hero of Russia L. Lazutina
It's no secret that the ecology of the Moscow region leaves much to be desired. That is why the government of the Moscow Region pays special attention to green areas. In particular, relatively recently in the Podushkinsky forest park, the Sports Park named after. L. Lazutina Lovers of extreme sports will especially like it there, who will find entertainment to their liking both in summer and winter. The Lazutinskaya route is laid in the park, consisting of 2 "rings" 3 and 6 km long, passing through the park. It is suitable for skiing in the cold season, as well as for racing bicycles,rollerskis and rollerblades.
Odintsovo Museum of Local Lore
The sights of the city and its history should be started by going to Privokzalnaya Square, 1. There, in an old house built more than 145 years ago, there is a museum of local lore. Its exposition consists of 5 sections. The first of them is devoted to the history of the city, starting from ancient archaeological finds and to exhibits dating back to the 20th century. The other two halls are dedicated to the Second World War, and the Literary Hall introduces the reserved places of the Moscow region associated with the names of A. Chekhov, A. Pushkin and M. Prishvin. As for the latest exposition, it represents the city of Odintsovo in the 20th century and shows the development of sports and culture.
Vasilievskoe-Maryino Estate
This "noble nest" is located right on the bank of the Moskva River. The estate was built in 1881-1884 by the architect P. Boytsov in a neo-gothic style unusual for these places. Young Herzen liked to spend his university holidays in Vasilyevskoye-Marino, since the estate belonged to his father.
Sights of the estate are a suspension pedestrian bridge across the Moskva River and the Resurrection Church, which still exists today, which was built in 1702-1706 on the site of the former church by the Duma clerk E. Ukraintsev.
Georgievsky Cathedral
This temple is one of the new architectural landmarks in the Capital Region.
Georgievsky Cathedral in Odintsovo was built relatively recently in 2007. On theat the moment it is considered one of the largest in the Moscow diocese. Particularly noteworthy is the bell tower of the temple 72 meters high. The main relic of the cathedral is a particle of the relics of George the Victorious.
Candy Shop
In the village of Gorki, everyone can make a kind of journey and find themselves in an old candy store.
The interior of a provincial shop of the late 19th century has been recreated at the Museum of the Russian Dessert “Konfektnaya”. To do this, its enthusiastic employees carefully studied the description of shop windows, advertising media that were used more than 100 years ago, as well as marketing moves and other features of the trade in lollipops, chocolates and other goodies.
The museum holds master classes in the preparation of sugar flowers and other confectionery wonders. During the tours, visitors are offered to try such half-forgotten traditional Russian desserts as honey gingerbread, bird cherry pie, cone jam, etc.
Monument to Odinets
One of the main attractions of the city is the monument to boyar Odinets. It was installed in 2007 on the main square. The monument depicts the founder of the village of Odintsovo Andrey Ivanovich Domotkanov, who served Dmitry Donskoy himself and lived in the second half of the 14th century. His ancient boyar family descended from the Kassogian prince Rededi, who is mentioned in the Laurentian Chronicle.
Church in Grebnevo
The temple was built in the early 19th century by order of Countess Zubova. Woodenthe church near the place where it is located has existed since 1673. During the Napoleonic invasion, the temple was defiled by the French, but after the liberation of the village of Odintsovo, it was consecrated again. A century after its foundation, the Grebnevskaya church was rebuilt and received its modern look. Since the late 30s of the last century, the temple has not been operating, and it reopened its doors to believers only in the spring of 1991.
Gorki
On the territory of the Odintsovo district there is a government facility closed to tourists. This is the estate "Gorki", which at the beginning of the 20th century belonged to the famous Russian industrialist Savva Morozov. On the eve of the First World War, a spacious classicist house was built there, where Maxim Gorky spent the last years of his life. It was in "Gorki" that he wrote his famous novel "The Life of Klim Samgin". Herbert Wells and Romain Rolland came to visit him there.
Museum of Forgotten Things
In the village of Novoivanovskoye (house 12) there is an institution resembling an old antique shop. In fact, this is the Museum of Forgotten Things, where you can buy any exhibit you like. That is why the exposition is constantly changing, and its replenishment is due to citizens who hand over any "trash" that has been stale in the pantries.
Museum in Kubinka
This tourist site, located in the vicinity of Odintsovo (there are sights in the city itself), boasts one of the largest and most famous collections of varioustypes of armored vehicles of various historical periods.
It includes tanks, self-propelled guns and armored vehicles from around the world, including unique vehicles that were produced in scanty batches. The museum is working on bringing armored vehicles to running condition, after which such equipment takes part in various military historical shows.
A. Pushkin Museum-Reserve
Telling about the sights of the Moscow region, in particular, the Odintsovo district, one cannot fail to mention the estate of Bolshiye Vyazemy. It has been turned into the A. Pushkin Museum-Reserve. The village is known from the 16th century, when it was the fiefdom of Boris Godunov. Two centuries later, it was presented by Peter the Great to the boyar Golitsyn, who saved the young tsar during the Streltsy rebellion. The estate in Bolshiye Vyazemy was founded in the 18th century by his descendants. During the Patriotic War of 12 years, Napoleon and Kutuzov spent the night there. Today, the exposition of the Pushkin Museum is located in the Golitsyn Palace. On the estate there is a pond where you can ride a boat.
You can get to the museum-reserve by taking the train from the Belorussky railway station to the Golitsino station and then by bus N 38.
Where to relax in Odintsovo
In the city, as elsewhere in the suburbs, there are many entertainment venues where you can have a great free time. For example, those who are interested in where to go to Odintsovo can do it with their family at the Ambar bowling club located on Privokzalnaya Square.
Active entertainment awaits residents of Odintsovo and guestscity and in "Sporting Paintland Park", which is located on the 31st kilometer of the Minsk highway. In the warm season, you can also relax in the green area near the Glyzinsky pond. By the way, it is close to everything from the new and comfortable residential complex Odintsovo Park.
Children's Park "Baby"
Is it worth visiting Odintsovo with children? Attractions and entertainment in this city will appeal to even the smallest. In particular, at st. Youth operates a children's Park "Kid". It covers an area of 50,000 m². The park is equipped with benches for rest and walking paths. There are several attractions for kids.
Now you know the sights of the Moscow region, located in Odintsovo and its environs, and the residents of the capital should devote the next weekend to exploring them.
