Brest is one of the most famous cities in Russia. But how much do we know about him? Some people know it due to the fact that the famous Brest Fortress is located here, which the Russians selflessly defended during the Second World War. What other places of interest are there? We decided to make for you an overview of the sights that you should definitely visit upon arrival in Brest. Let's get started right now.
Tours to Brest
Travel companies are now ready to offer you many different countries where you will spend an unforgettable vacation. These are trips to the sea, to the hot sun and golden sand, and a trip to the ancient cities of Russia, and tours to near and far abroad. If you live in the capital, you can easily go to Brest. Carefully study all the options, come to the travel agency and pay for the tour you like. The cost of tours from Moscow to Brest starts from 8000 rubles. The price depends on the number of days and the level of the hotel where you would like to stay. Usually in the costvouchers include: flight, meeting the guest at the airport, delivery by official transport with things to the hotel, good rooms (double or single according to your desire), two meals a day according to the buffet system and excursions to the main attractions of the city of Brest. What do they include? A sightseeing tour of the Brest Fortress, a walk through Belovezhskaya Pushcha and the central streets of the city, during which you will be told a lot of interesting facts from the rich history of the city. Also in the evening you can see a unique show of lighting ancient lanterns by a lamplighter in the form of Peter the Great. Having been in Brest, you will get a huge amount of positive emotions and vivid impressions!
Railway Museum
Love locomotives and the spirit of romance? Then be sure to visit the Railway Museum. This is a great option if you don't know where to go in Brest. The development of the railway industry in the city began at the end of the 19th century. The city has become the most important transport hub on the border between Russia and Belarus. The decision to open a museum with railway equipment was made by the city administration in early 2002. Visitors can see here more than 50 models of various steam locomotives, some exhibits are even used during the filming of historical films. During the tour, you will be able to get into the salon of the legendary trains of the Great Patriotic War, pull the levers and press the buttons on the control panel, like a real driver. You can also learn interesting facts from the history of the development and formation of the railway in Brest. The museum is open for visitors in anyday from 10:00 to 18:00, except Monday. Ticket prices can be checked at the box office.
Address: Masherova, 2.
Winter Garden
The enchanting world of paradise flowers and outlandish plants is available to all visitors to this place. Only after crossing the threshold, you will find yourself in an amazing tropical world, which occupies the entire first floor of the Winter Garden. Huge ferns and orchids with an amazing smell grow here. The second floor is divided into two zones. The first is the desert zone, where visitors can see many unique and funny cacti, African agaves and other exotic plants. The second part of the floor is occupied by a real subtropical paradise. Visitors can admire the lemon and pomegranate fruit trees here. If you want to see something unusual and memorable, but don't know where to go in Brest, we recommend visiting the Winter Garden.
Address: Mickiewicz, 28/1.
Avenue of forged lanterns
Do you want to spend an unforgettable, romantic evening with your loved one? The best option would be a walk under the moonlit sky along the alley of forged lanterns. This is one of the youngest attractions in the city. The alley of forged lanterns appeared in the very center of the city (in Gogol lane) in 2013. The Brest City Hall decided to open it in honor of the liberation of the city from the Nazi troops. The only thing is that they did not want to invest the city budget there. The administration asked for help from entrepreneurs who supported this idea. In this creative project, they were able tofully express your imagination. The first lantern is located next to the Brest Fortress. It looks like a clock, in the center is a large dial. The next lantern resembles an unusual loom, the idea was given by the garment factories of Brest. It is difficult to look away from the Angel's lantern and the bronze treble clef (its authors are the team of the city's music school). The alley of forged lanterns is one of the most beautiful and interesting sights of the city.
Museum of Rescued Treasures
Another option where to go in Brest is the Museum of Saved Values. It is unique, because there are no others like it on the territory of Russia. The museum is located in the central part of the city, so there will be no problems with how to get to the object. Many buses, minibuses and trolleybuses go here. The exhibits of the museum were collected over a fairly long period of time. At the moment, visitors will be able to see a lot of ancient icons here, as well as other unique things.
The idea of opening such an unusual museum arose, oddly enough, from the customs officers. Brest is a city located on the border of Poland. In the 20th century, unscrupulous citizens tried to take valuable prohibited items out of our country. However, the vigilant border guards were very careful not to let this happen. Confiscated icons, author's manuscripts and jewelry, antique jewelry were collected in one place. Soon it was decided to open the Museum of Rescued Values here, which everyone could visit. Visitors will be able to visit the following halls: "Russianiconography", "The Art of Japan", "Soviet jewelry" and others. Want to expand your horizons and see unique, unique collections? Then run to the Museum of Saved Valuables!
Address: Lenina, 39.
War relic
And yet the main attraction of the city is the Brest Fortress. Its defenders at the beginning of the war showed themselves as courageous and selfless warriors. For a long time they managed to restrain the fascist invaders at the cost of huge human losses. The fortress is highly respected by both locals and guests of the city. If you find yourself in the city, then you simply must go on a sightseeing tour of the Brest Fortress. You will be able to see St. Nicholas Garrison Cathedral, several monuments and obelisks, as well as the Museum of Exhibits.
Address: Heroes of the Defense of the Brest Fortress, 60.
The best cafes in Brest
Now let's talk about great places to eat at affordable prices. So:
