On the territory of our country there are a huge number of cities and places with an interesting history, as well as a large number of attractions. Any of them can become very attractive for tourist visits. For example, such is the small town of Volkhov. The sights available here are of a historical nature.
Description
This relatively young town is located in the Volkhov district of the Leningrad region, on two banks of the river of the same name. The distance from St. Petersburg is about 140 kilometers. Many, passing through this city, pay attention to the sights of Volkhov.
The well-known route "from the Varangians to the Greeks" passed through the city. And the river on which it stands has long been famous for the rapids through which the Novgorodians sailed their ships, overcoming long distances.
The city is also notable for the fact that it was here that the first hydroelectric power station was built. ATduring the Second World War, during the blockade, he connected Leningrad with the "mainland". Located on the very edge of the defensive line, it was the final section of the "Road of Life". A lot of blockade people were removed from the Volkhovstroy station.
Sights of Volkhov, Leningrad Region
The first hydroelectric power station in Russia becomes the key object to visit. Its construction lasted more than ten years and ended only in 1927. On the territory of the HPP there is a house (now a museum) of engineer G. O. Graftio, who built the station. Any excursion usually begins with a visit to the house-museum.
The second most important object is the museum of the history of the city. It is also the home of the engineer Heinrich Osipovich Graftio. The main exposition of the museum is photographs and documents related to the construction and operation of the Volkhovskaya HPP.
Another interesting attraction of Volkhov is the steam locomotive monument. It stands at the Volkhovstroy station. He is notable primarily for the fact that it was he who, after the liberation of besieged Leningrad, was the first to deliver the necessary food and ammunition to it. The monument was opened in 1980.
An interesting cultural monument is the Church of St. Michael the Archangel. The church was restored in 1820 after it was burnt down during the war of 1812. Like other sights of Volkhov, it was also damaged during subsequent hostilities.
In the period 1846-47. the church wasorganized parochial school. By 1903, the term of study in it, according to various documents, was 4 years. During the Great Patriotic War the church was closed. There, according to various sources, there was a warehouse of medicines, household chemicals, paints and varnishes. For these purposes, an additional extension was even erected, which changed the appearance of the building. By the beginning of 1992 the church was restored. Today it is valid.
Volkhov Palace of Culture
This is an example of Stalinist architecture from the early 50s. Today it is a very important building for the city. It hosts various events of both local and regional significance.
On the weekend it is quite possible to visit this small town and see the most interesting sights of Volkhov and its environs.
Staraya Ladoga
Not far from the city of power engineers is a small rural settlement with a rich past called Staraya Ladoga. Once it belonged to the largest Russian cities. It is also called the "capital of Ancient Russia".
There is a fortress on its territory, which once served as a haven for ships that could not pass through the rapids of the Volkhov River. The period of its construction refers to the turn of the 9th-10th centuries. Today it is in the process of restoration. Nineteen-meter towers rise menacingly above the banks of the river. There are 24 of them in total. The walls of the fortress are eight meters high, and their thickness is about 2 meters.
Veliky Novgorod is another interesting and beautiful city on the Volkhov River. Attractions (what to see in this ancient city, everyone will find) it is unlikely to leave anyone indifferent.
St. Sophia Cathedral
One of the most famous monuments of ancient architecture. The construction of the cathedral dates back to 1045-50. It became the key temple of the Novgorod lands. The massif of the cathedral is crowned with five domes. On three sides of it are galleries two stories high. It is noteworthy that the cross of the cathedral is crowned with a figurine of a dove. It is a symbol of protection and comfort for the city.
Novgorod Kremlin
Another name for this fortress is “detinets”. Everyone who comes to Novgorod on the Volkhov should see it. Must-see sights include this unique property.
Appearing at the beginning of the 11th century, the fortress became the main city-forming link. The first construction work was started by the son of Yaroslav the Wise. Initially, the citadel was made of wood, but after many fires, it was gradually built of stone. About nine towers, a belfry and fortress walls have survived to this day, the total length of which is more than 1400 meters.
Yaroslav's Courtyard
On the opposite bank of the river, opposite the walls of the Kremlin, you can see this object, which belongs to the UNESCO world heritage. On this very spot, judging by the chronicles, at the beginning of the 11th century there was a palace built by Yaroslav the Wise. Until todayAlas, this structure has not been preserved. Only a snow-white arcade remained from the palace, which became the symbol of Veliky Novgorod.
"Vitoslavlitsy" - a museum of wooden architecture
This complex was founded in 1964. Its main goal was to preserve the most unique architectural monuments of the 18th-19th centuries, built of wood. Twenty-six objects are located on its territory. Among them are churches, a chapel, wooden huts, a smithy and much more.
Rurik's settlement
An ancient settlement located on the banks of the river. It was founded by the first representative of the ancient Russian monarchy Rurik. According to the chronicle, here was the residence of the prince in 862. In the center of the settlement are the ruins of a cathedral built by order of Prince Mstislav in 1103.
Pedestrian bridge across the Volkhov River
This engineering structure is located in Novgorod on the Volkhov. The first river crossing was built here in 1133. And it stood like that until 1944, until it was destroyed by the Nazi troops. In the early fifties, it was planned to build a road bridge in its place. But the initiative was rejected. The new bridge was built in 1985, it connects the Novgorod Kremlin and Yaroslav's Court. Today it is a three-span arched structure on two pillars. According to the designers, about eight thousand people can be on the bridge at the same time.
A large number of interesting objects are located onriver, which was of great importance in the history of our country. The trade routes that passed along its channel made it possible to connect Russia with merchant relations with the countries of Scandinavia and Byzantine cities.
The sights of Volkhov and other cities located on this river play not only a historical, but also a cultural role.
