This amazing town, sung in a famous song, will captivate all travelers who find themselves in these places. It captivates with its strength and power, contained in its rich cultural and historical heritage.
Saratov is a wonderful city located on the banks of the great Volga River. Its unique history is famous for the many famous names that have left their mark on this wonderful land. The we alth and beauty of this region cannot be expressed in words, one can only admire and enjoy this amazing place.
Museums of Saratov are a reflection of its historical, cultural and spiritual heritage. Each of the museums is unique and keeps the memory of the great people who contributed to its development. Taking a tour of the museums, you can not only touch and look into the history of this magnificent city, but also enjoy its beauty, we alth and great achievements.
What is the city famous for?
Saratov is an old merchant city founded at the end of the 15th century as a defensive fortress. The main pride of the city is the famous Trinity Cathedral, built at the end of the 17th century. The cathedral is the current spiritual center of the city. MyselfPeter I visited him during his trip to Azov. In addition, it is a delightful example of ancient Russian architecture. The road leading from the cathedral descends to the banks of the Volga, where you can stroll along the embankment or go on a trip on a water bus. The Victory Park is very popular among residents and visitors of the city. Here you can see a huge collection of military equipment and hear the story behind each weapon. In addition, the National Village is located here, where you can touch the history and traditions of the local indigenous peoples. Tourists will like Kirov Avenue, a kind of Saratov Arbat, where many shops and souvenir shops are located.
City attractions
Going for a walk around the city, you can enjoy the ancient architecture of buildings of past centuries. The Cosmonauts Embankment offers a breathtaking view of the Volga River, the strength and power of which makes you breathless. You should definitely get on the legendary bridge connecting the city with Engels. In the year of its foundation (1965), the bridge was the longest in Europe, its length is 2.8 km. An excellent place for walking and buying souvenirs will be Kirov Avenue, or, as it was called in the 19th century, Nevsky Prospekt. It is here that the main symbol of the city is located - the conservatory. The city is famous for its numerous museums and theatres. Going to the Museum Square, you can see the Holy Trinity Cathedral, where Peter I himself was. In the center of the city there is an old church, reminiscent of Moscow's St. Basil's Cathedral. In the vicinity of the city you cansee the remains of the ancient city of Uvek and visit the landing site of Y. Gagarin.
A bit about the history of the city
During the reign of Tsar Fyodor Ivanovich, a decree was issued on the construction of new cities in the Volga region. These cities were supposed to play the role of defensive fortresses. In 1590, Prince Zasekin, together with the boyar Fyodor Turov, founded the city between Samara and Tsaritsyn, which was later named Saratov. In the winter of 1614, the city was razed to the ground by a devastating fire. In 1617 it was re-erected on the left bank of the Volga. In 1674, Alexander Shel laid the foundations of the city on Sokolova Gora. In 1676, Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich decided to transfer the city to the right bank of the Volga. Today Saratov is one of the largest and most beautiful cities in the Volga region. It is famous for its cultural and historical sites, 662 of which are under state protection. 53 of them are federal.
Saratov is a "forge" of famous people and a source of inspiration
Saratov is the birthplace of such celebrities as N. G. Chernyshevsky, A. N. Radishchev, A. N. Tolstoy and K. S. Petrov-Vodkin. The beauties of the city are reflected in the work of many famous people, including the poet M. Yu. Lermontov, writer N. S. Leskov, artist M. A. Vrubel, architect F. O. Shekhtel and actress M. G. Savina. I. A. Krylov, I. E. Repin, D. V. Davydov, B. M. Kustodiev came here for inspiration. F. I. Chaliapin, L. P. Orlova, S. V. Rakhmaninov, Yu. V. Nikulin conducted their tours here. In addition, the city was visited by M. Gorky, A. N. Strugatsky and even V. V. Mayakovsky.
Cultural life of the city
The museums of Saratov will help you to get acquainted with the city. They are a reflection of its history and rich cultural heritage. In addition, the city is famous for its large number of art galleries. Saratov is also impossible to imagine without its theatres. The first city theater was opened in 1803. The Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Russian Comedy Theatre, the Theater of the Young Spectator and others give visitors the opportunity to touch the beautiful. In 1831 the first public library was opened in the city. The city conservatory and the circus are very popular. In addition, the building of the conservatory, made in the Gothic style, is a symbol of the city. The State Circus was founded by the Nikitin brothers in 1873 and today it is one of the leading circuses in Russia. Every year in Saratov it is the venue for delightful cultural festivals and competitions, among which the Sobinovsky Music Festival won all-Russian fame.
And now let's take a tour of the city museums and learn more about the history and culture of this wonderful place.
State Art Museum. A. N. Radishcheva
The Radishchev Museum (Saratov) is one of the oldest museums in Russia. Created back in 1885 by Radishchev's grandson A. P. Bogolyubov, over the years it has amassed a huge collection of works of art that has gained popularity not only in our country, but also abroad.
The collection is famous for exhibits from the time of Ancient Russia,ancient icons, sculptures and church attributes. In addition, there are works by artists of the 17th-20th centuries, among which you can see the paintings of O. A. Kiprensky, K. P. Bryullov, V. A. Serov, M. A. Vrubel and P. P. Konchalovsky. You can also see antique collections, European art and canvases of the Barbizon school of art. There is a library of old manuscripts.
Saratov Regional Museum of Local Lore
The Museum of Local Lore (Saratov) is one of the oldest in the Volga region. It was founded in 1886 on the basis of the city archival commission.
Here is a large collection of archaeological finds, old documents and objects that tell about the history of these places. At the same time, the number of exhibits is constantly growing, even local residents contribute to the development of collections. The collections devoted to the chronicles of the 20th century, the Golden Horde, as well as the memorial exhibition about P. A. Stolypin have won great fame.
House-Museum of N. G. Chernyshevsky
The Chernyshevsky Museum (Saratov) was founded in his house by his son Mikhail. Here you can get acquainted with the history of the family, as well as the work of the famous writer.
In 1927, the first exhibition took place, which gave impetus to further rapid development and replenishment of collections. 1978 was an anniversary year. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the birth of the writer, a new exposition was opened, repeating the features of Chernyshevsky's home to the smallest detail. Here wereauthentic items from the writer's everyday life are presented. In 1988, a historical and literary exposition was opened, which still surprises visitors with its richness and uniqueness. A significant fact is that the house keeps a book of reviews, where such celebrities as K. Simonov, K. Fedin, I. Andronnikov, as well as Y. Gagarin and G. Grechko left their autographs.
Saratov Ethnographic Museum
The Ethnographic Museum (Saratov) was opened in 1993 as a branch of the City Museum of Local Lore. It is located in the former Ulyanov Family Museum, which is a popular city attraction. It is famous for its ancient architecture. At the beginning of the 20th century, the mother of V. I. Lenin. Since the museum does not have its own funds, various exhibitions are held here.
There is an exposition that tells about the life of the local intelligentsia. Another exhibition is dedicated to the peoples of the Volga region, living in the region at the turn of the 19th-20th centuries. Here you can see items of clothing, household items, as well as get acquainted with the culture of local peoples. The exhibition dedicated to Christian holidays tells how Orthodox, Catholics and Lutherans celebrate Easter and Christmas.
State Museum of K. A. Fedin
The Fedin Museum (Saratov) is located in the old building of the Sretensky School, where Konstantin Aleksandrovich studied. Opened back in 1981, today it has the largest collection of Russian literature of the 20th century.
Exclusive literary works of our and foreign writers are stored in its funds. In addition, here you can see old manuscripts, rare old editions, letters, photographs and a huge collection of art paintings.
Einstein Entertaining Science Museum
On September 1, 2014, the Einstein Museum of Entertaining Sciences (Saratov) was opened, which gives its visitors an exciting journey into the world of science and technology. Every adult remembers how physics was difficult and incomprehensible at school, chemistry caused many difficulties and even biology seemed complicated. Here, adults will be able to look at complex processes from a new perspective, and children will be able to understand them in the process of an exciting game. Everyone can imagine himself as a great scientist and independently conduct an experiment.
Kids will love the fact that the exhibits can be touched, twirled, twisted and even pressed buttons. By visiting the Einstein Museum (Saratov), you can go on an exciting journey. You can find yourself inside a huge soap bubble, collect the details of the bridge without nails, find out what the speed of sound is and even touch the mirage.
Saratov Museum of Labor Glory
Another interesting urban facility is being built on Sokolovaya Mountain, which will tell about the labor exploits of Saratov residents. The Museum of Labor Glory (Saratov) plans to start work in 2015. Today, more than 1,500 exhibits from 35 industrial enterprises of the city have already been collected. The Neftemash plant donated a chemicallaboratory of the beginning of the 20th century, awards, documents and photographs. Also among the exhibits there are labor banners of the collective of trust No. 7. Also, the garment city factory, Mezhgoravtotrans, LLC Elektroistochnik, the Reservoir plant, and the Almaz association made their contribution. Like other museums in Saratov, the Museum of Labor Glory prepares interesting exhibitions and expositions for visitors.
Taking a tour of the museums of Saratov, you can see how beautiful and amazing this city is. It has an incredibly rich history. Its picturesque beauties have inspired many poets, writers and artists. Many famous people were born on this wonderful land, whose names are forever inscribed in the history of our country. In addition, the museums of Saratov will allow you to get acquainted with the cultural and creative heritage of the city, as well as learn a lot about its modern life.
