Once in Kiritsy, tourists cannot believe their eyes - is this large luxurious palace spread out on the territory of the Ryazan region? In fact, the estate of von Derviz is difficult to put on a par with other buildings characteristic of central Russia. Nevertheless, this fabulous castle has been decorating the Ryazan region for more than 120 years and attracts thousands of tourists from all over Russia.
Von Derviz family history
The noble German Wiese family moved to Russia under Peter III. Members of the family quickly adapted to Russian soil, actively participated in the political life of the country, worked hard and earned a considerable fortune by honest work, and were engaged in charity work. For his services, the head of the family, Johann-Adolf Wiese, received a title of nobility and a prefix to the surname "Von Der".
Among the descendants of Johann Adolf, the name of Pavel Grigorievich von Derviz has been preserved in history. He was a well-known Ryazan entrepreneur who became famous for his success in the construction of railways. He built railways from Moscow to Ryazan and from Ryazan to Kozlovka.
Favorite business enriched Pavel Grigorievich - he became one of the richest people in Russia. At that time, the von Derviz family owned estates in the Ryazan region, Moscow, St. Petersburg, and even had real estate abroad (in Switzerland and France).
However, soon the family is overcome by adversity - two children of Pavel Grigorievich die from bone tuberculosis. Paul could not survive the loss, he soon died of a heart attack. Part of the colossal state of Paul and the role of the owner of the family passes to the eldest son, Sergei. It was he who then decides to buy the village of Kiritsa and invests most of the inheritance in the construction of the estate.
Construction of the estate of von Derviz in Kiritsy
For the construction of the manor house and all the buildings adjacent to it, a young and ambitious architect Fyodor Osipovich Shekhtel was involved. He was given complete freedom for creativity. Fedor did an excellent job with the task and was able to fully realize his ideas. So, in 1889, the estate of von Derviz was built in the Ryazan region.
It was a two-storey palace of incredible beauty, decorated with arches, towers with spiers and openwork balconies. Two staircases cascaded down from the manor house to the ravine, which connected on a wide terrace. Below the terraces wereflower beds. Further below you could see an orchard, a pond and a mill.
Not far from the estate, the famous Bridge of Love was erected, as well as the Red Gate - two decorative turrets connected by a bridge. A fence with turrets in the Gothic style descended to the lower ponds, and a fence stylized as a medieval fortress wall descended to the river. A cast-iron patterned fence separated the estate from the household yard.
The loss of the estate by the von Derviz family and its further fate
Unfortunately, the fabulous estate of von Derviz soon ruined its owner - Sergei Pavlovich abandoned the family business and, after the death of his mother, at the beginning of the 20th century, sold the estate. In 1908, the estate was acquired by Prince Gorchakov, but he practically did not live on the estate and did not look after the economy, so very soon it fell into disrepair and was partially destroyed by the peasants.
At the end of the revolution, the estate of von Derviz was nationalized. Since then, within its walls there was an agricultural school, then a technical school, and then a rest home.
Homestead today
From 1938 to the present day, a children's medical sanatorium has been operating within the walls of the estate, which specializes in the treatment of children with osteoarticular tuberculosis. Amazing coincidence, right? The estate itself was preserved, but much has been lost over the years of devastation and has undergone many reconstructions and repairs.
Decor and interior design of the estate
The mansion wasdesigned by the architect Shekhtel in the style of the Italian Renaissance. In the center of the two-storey building there is a risalit with an adjoining front porch. On both sides of it are semicircular ramps with large lamps in the form of female figures. The facade of the estate is decorated with various elements of Renaissance architecture - stucco, double arches. The facade is decorated with large rustication, and the plinth is made of granite.
The luxurious decoration of the von Derviz estate is a harmonious combination of elements and motifs of different styles - oriental, classical and gothic. The richness of decoration and style diversity is achieved through the use of paintings, stained-glass windows, wood carvings, silk fabrics and stucco moldings in the interior design.
On the ground floor are the living room and dining room. Carved wooden panels and paintings were used in the design, and stained-glass windows were made according to the author's drawings by the architect Shekhtel himself.
On the second floor there is a white main hall, decorated with gilded stucco and a picturesque ceiling. The main staircase is made of marble, and the walls of the landing are decorated with landscape paintings and lamps in the form of statues. Above the stairs there is a stained-glass window depicting the von Derviz family coat of arms.
The mansion has a special living room - it is called Chinese or Oriental. The sophistication of decor and oriental flavor is given to it by silk fabrics on the walls, ornaments, painted wooden panels, as well as a ceiling decorated with a stylized painting in the form of a dragon. Is inmanor and winter garden - corner room on the second floor, decorated with large stained-glass windows with a skylight.
Where is von Derviz's manor house?
The estate of von Derviz is located in the Ryazan region, Spassky district, in the village of Kiritsy. Homestead coordinates: N 54° 17.548' E 40° 21.350'.
How to get to the estate?
Obviously, first you need to get to the city of Ryazan - the estate of von Derviz is located just 60 km from the city along the M5 highway in a southerly direction. Rail and bus service between Ryazan and many other Russian cities is very well developed, so there will definitely not be any problems with the road.
But here you are already in Ryazan. What is the way forward? There are several options:
On the bus
Unfortunately, there is no direct route to the village of Kiritsa, but you can get on the way. For example, from the Ryazan Central Bus Station, on the Moskovsky Highway, buses and minibuses run regularly towards the village of Sarai, just past the village of Kiritsa.
For more information on passing routes and flight numbers, please contact the station ticket office.
Drive
It's great if you have your own car - in just 1 hour you can easily get from Ryazan to the village of Kiritsa. You need to go along the M5 highway along the ring road, focusing on the sign "Sanatorium Kiritsy". You don't have to worry about parking spaces - there is a car park near the estate.
What to look for when visiting the estate of Baron von Derviz?
Entrance to the territoryThe estate is free, but you won’t be able to enter the building itself - only staff and children undergoing treatment here are allowed to enter the sanatorium. If you want to visit the estate as part of an organized tourist group, it is advisable to coordinate your visit with the administration in advance or use the services of a travel agency.
It is important to understand that on the territory of the sanatorium you can meet children in wheelchairs - these are the patients of the sanatorium undergoing rehabilitation. Do not be afraid of this and focus on it. Once on the territory of the von Derviz estate, be sure to take a walk through the manor park, admire the arched bridge and reach the Red Entrance Gate.
Reviews of tourists
Many people have already visited this fascinating place and willingly share their impressions. Tourists note that getting to the estate is not difficult - the road is not difficult, you definitely won’t get lost. Many travelers were passing through here and have never regretted that they decided to look into Kiritsy.
A visit to the estate of von Derviz in Kiritsy will make an indelible impression on everyone. The view of a medieval palace, harmoniously blending into the surrounding landscape, is simply mesmerizing. After looking at the photo of the von Derviz estate, having studied the history of the owner's family, you immediately want to go to Kiritsy to see this object of Russian cultural heritage with your own eyes.
