"Gold ring of Russia. Sights of Tutayev

In the Yaroslavl region on both banks of the Volga River the city of Tutayev is located. Since its inception, more than 700 years have passed, and during this period the city managed to become one of the most interesting places in Russia. After all, Tutayev's attractions are so unusual that they attract the eyes of many tourists.

History of the city

Initially, the city was called Romanov-Borisoglebsky, and only after the revolution did it get its present name. As for his first name, it went from the founder of the city - Prince Roman Vladimirovich, who decided to erect his fortress on one of the banks of the Volga. Construction took three years, and in 1283 the construction of Romanov was completed. On the opposite side of the river was located Borisoglebskaya Sloboda, which for a long time was considered a separate province. And only 500 years later, namely in 1822, they became a single whole. And in 1918 the city was renamed in honor of the deceased Red Army soldier IP Tutayev. During its existence, the city managed to absorb a lot of amazing traditions. Museums and temples of Tutayev are so interesting and fascinating that they attract visitors from all over the country. In addition, the city has a large number of parks, ancient streets and friendly people.

Museums

The first thing that distinguishes Tutayev's attractions from interesting places in other cities is his museums. Let them here and not so much as in other cities, but they have their own charm and style that distinguishes them from everyone else. "The steering wheel museum" should be visited in the first place, because where else can see more than three hundred varieties of sweets? Products are made in the form of coins, nails, animals and even a sailboat. The history of baking in Tutaev has its roots in very old times. Although many recipes have not survived to this day, bakers do not despair. Each time they try to recreate the method, which previously made such famous novel-Borisoglebsky bagels. " Sheep Museum" is dedicated to the history of the Romanov breed of sheep. If you believe the legend, it was Peter the Great who ordered the first sheep from Germany to be brought here. The reason for this was the beautiful meadows of the province, on which always grew fresh and juicy grass. The museum itself absorbed a lot of exhibits of sheep, which are made of a variety of materials. All of them look very beautiful and will surely bring a lot of good impressions from viewing. The Romanov smithies have always been famous for their products, but the nails deserve a special honor, as, according to legend, they were used in the construction of ships of the royal fleet. Now the museum has in its arsenal not one hundred varieties of nails. In addition to them, many other products made by local smiths are exhibited here.

Cathedrals and temples of Tutaev

On the territory of the city there is a large number of Orthodox churches, built in different time periods. Their diversity and beauty will not leave indifferent any person, which once again proves: Tutayev's attractions can interest not one category of tourists.

• Holy Cross Cathedral. The construction of this temple began from the time of Ivan the Terrible and dragged on for almost a century. The cathedral is a delightful architectural structure, the walls of which adorn the faces of the princes of Roman, Gleb and Boris.
• Resurrection Cathedral. Tutaev should be grateful for his popularity among the Orthodox pilgrims to this particular structure, since by its size and design it has the right to compete with many cathedrals of Moscow and Yaroslavl. It was erected in 1678 as one of the best structures of the Orthodox Church, to this day preserved all its grandeur and pristine beauty.
• The Intercession Church. It is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It used to be a male monastery and only in 1771 it got the status of a church. One of its features is the presence of the icon of the Virgin under the title "Addition of the mind".

Parks and public gardens

Tranquility, which reigns in parks and squares, will help to relax well after a long walk around the city. What other attractions of Tutayev can you see? "Park of the Soviet period" will take you back to the past, in the days of communism and order. The territory of the park is decorated with sculptures of great leaders, pioneers and symbols of the past, all this will evoke a feeling of a little nostalgia during a walk. Another interesting place is the museum dedicated to retro cars.

"City Park" is located in the heart of the city and for many years has pleased its visitors with the sculpture "Girl with a scarf". There are a few more sculptures, but it is the girl's figure that always attracts passers-by.

Finally

Sights of Tutayev Yaroslavl region will always attract new and new tourists. In addition to their uniqueness, they still bring joy to their visitors. And the kindness and responsiveness of city dwellers further enchant and complement the impression of what they saw.