The city of Chekhov (Moscow region) for many will probably seem modest and inconspicuous against the backdrop of a noisy and dynamic capital. Yes, life here is actually calmer and more measured. Many residents work, study or spend their free time in Moscow. There are those who, by all means, strive to move there one day.
However, recently there has been a very interesting trend - tired of the mess, traffic jams and the ever-flowing human flow, Muscovites are moving to a permanent place of residence in the provinces. For example, in Krasnogorsk, Shchelkovo or the same Chekhov (Moscow region). A map might show a plethora of such satellite towns that welcome the elderly, retired military, and young families with small children.
This article will tell you about the amazing village. He literally from the first visit manages to fall in love with almost every traveler. Mysterious, unique and in its own way majestic Chekhov.
Moscow region, however, is rich in such places. This is just one, however, in fact, a very striking example of a Russian province.
Section 1. General Description
The city, named after the great Russian writer, is located in the Moscow region of Russia on the Lopasna River (the left tributary of the Oka) and is the administrative center of the Chekhov district.
However, this was not always the case. Old-timers still remember those times when these places belonged to the village of Lopasnya, which appeared as a result of the merger of three villages - Badeevo, Sadki and Zachatie.
Only in 1954, the village was transformed into a city of Chekhov district subordination.
It is worth noting that over 67,600 people currently live here.
Section 2. The town of Chekhov (Moscow region). How many km from Moscow?
The suburban settlement is located south of the main city of the country, 50 km from the Moscow Ring Road along the highway. Its area is 23 sq. km.
The main part of the city is located on the left side of the Lopasni River. Chekhov is connected with Moscow by the Kursk direction of the Moscow Railways and the Simferopol highway. The Chekhov railway station is located on the 75th km of the railway from the Kursk railway station.
By the way, not everyone knows that the length of the city from north to south is 5 km. This information is not as common as, say, the index of the city of Chekhov (142300), which can be found in any post office of our country and countries of near and far abroad.
The area of this region has a temperate continental climate with mild winters and warm rainy summers. Cyclone movements from the Atlantic and Mediterranean often bring cloud cover.
Average annual durationfrost-free period - about 200 days. In January, the average air temperature drops to -8°C, and the average July figures reach up to + 20.5 °C.
This zone is dominated by alluvial and gray forest soil types.
Section 3. History of occurrence
As mentioned above, the town was founded 60 years ago on the site of the village of Lopasnya, and it was named after the famous Russian writer A. P. Chekhov, who lived near the city for almost seven years, in the Melikhovo estate. It was here that his best works were written.
In Chekhov there is also the Lopasnya-Zachatievskoye estate, where the relatives and descendants of A. S. Pushkin lived. Many of them are buried in the Pushkin family vault located on this estate. The widow of A. S. Pushkin loved to spend time with her children here. The estate in Lopasna belonged to the sisters of Peter Lansky, who was married to Natalia Goncharova after Pushkin died in a duel.
As we can see, many great people of the country were attracted by these places, including the city of Chekhov. The Moscow region has long been famous for its unique nature, forests, lakes and rivers. So, there is nothing surprising in this attraction for creative people. It was meant to be.
Section 4. City life today
Chekhov is a fairly young, but nevertheless, economically developed modern settlement in the Moscow region, in which much attention is paid to various areas of the economy, he althcare andeducation.
The city administration is developing Chekhov significantly, allocating funds for permanent or occasional needs. However, we must also pay tribute to the locals, who care about the cleanliness and improvement of their small homeland.
The main sectors of the economy are the textile, chemical and food industries. Work is underway to develop investment projects and attract investors.
The opening of more and more manufacturing enterprises leads to an increase in the budget of the district and the creation of jobs.
Today it is known that in the village of Chekhov the city administration creates optimal conditions for the development of large enterprises for the production of dairy and food products, metal products, plastic products, animal feed, etc.
Here are branches of many large Russian banks and retail chains of well-known companies.
In place of the old, new neighborhoods are growing, kindergartens, schools and other social facilities are being built. A shopping and entertainment complex with supermarkets, a cinema, a children's complex and a food court has been built for residents.
The city is also proud of its sporting achievements. Children's sports schools in the city of Chekhov (Moscow region) are a real forge of sports personnel. Young athletes have repeatedly become winners of international tournaments. The city has an Ice Hockey Center 2004, hockey and handball clubs, and the Olympic Sports Palace.
Two branches of Moscow universities are open for high school graduates. All medical institutions of the city are equipped with modern equipment and provide the necessary medical care. The cultural life of the townspeople does not stand still either. Museums, libraries and the city theater operate here.
Section 5. Getting there
From Moscow to the city can be reached by car along the Simferopol highway in a southerly direction, passing the settlement of Pokrov.
Distance from the capital (33rd km of the Moscow Ring Road) - 52 km, the journey will take about 45 minutes.
Intercity bus No. 365 runs from Yuzhnaya metro station to Chekhov. Travel time is about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can get from the capital to the city of Chekhov by the railway of the Kursk direction of the Moscow Railways. The train schedule should be checked at the Kursk railway station.
Section 6. Architectural and historical monuments
In fact, the city of Chekhov (Moscow region) is amazing and unique, the sights of which often come to see not only from the capital, but also from near and far abroad.
It is known that the famous Russian writer, after whom the settlement was named, paid great attention to the life of the peasants, it was thanks to him that schools and paramedical stations appeared in the district, and a post office was built near the station in Lopasna. The writer sent and received all his correspondence through this postal institution. The post office building has survived to this day. It restored the interior of that time and opened a museum of lettersChekhov.
The appearance of a provincial town has changed with the help of attracting foreign investment. The young city is constantly being built up, modern residential areas and hotels appear. Recently, a new bus station, the Ice Palace and the huge Sports Palace have been built. This is precisely the architectural we alth and pride of Chekhov near Moscow.
Section 7. Monasteries and temples
Not far from the Lopasna River is the former Sadki estate, which belonged to the Eropkin family until the middle of the 19th century. Here stands a small temple of the Beheading of I. Forerunner, built in 1771 in memory of Peter Eropkin. The architect Eropkin was the creator of the general plan of St. Petersburg and the translator of Palladio into Russian. In 1740, he was accused of plotting against the favorite of Empress Anna Ioannovna - Biron - and executed. After the revolution, the house burned down. Recently it was restored, but only from brick.
On the other side of the river, the buildings of the Zachatievsky estate have been preserved - the five-domed Church of the Conception of Anna (late 17th century) with an empire-style bell tower and a restored one-story house (1770). The lands belonged to the Vasilchikov family. Now the museum "Pushkin's Nest" is open in the house. The poet's descendants liked to visit this estate, since the second husband of Pushkin's widow Peter Lanskoy was a close relative of the owners of the estate. The son, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of A. S. Pushkin are buried in the cemetery of the estate.
Section 8. Note to the tourist
Chekhovskiy district is a great place to relax on weekends. It only takes an hour to explore the city.two. Of particular interest are its suburban neighborhoods - Taleh and Melikhovo.
Winter in Chekhov is mild, with thaws, summer is warm and rainy. For trips, it is better to choose a warm season from April to October. On the last weekend of August, Chekhov celebrates City Day, and mass celebrations take place.
In the summer in the suburbs there is an invasion of ticks. So be sure to bring insect repellent and appropriate clothing when you travel.
