The history of the city of Alexandrov in the Vladimir region goes back to the depths of the centuries and is full of interesting details. It was Alexandrov in the times of Ivan the Terrible who for more than 15 years actually played the role of the capital.
To date, the city has many interesting places that are worth a visit.
In this article we will talk about the sights of Alexandrov (Vladimir region).
What to see in Alexandrov?
Some tourists believe that the only interesting and worthwhile place in the city is Aleksandrovskaya Sloboda. Of course, the attractiveness and importance of this museum-reserve is difficult to overestimate, but apart from it there are many fascinating places that are worth visiting in Alexandrov.
The most popular tourist places of Alexandrov are churches and cathedrals, in particular the Nativity Cathedral, the Transfiguration Church, the Trinity Cathedral, the Crucifixion church-bell tower.
The church-chapel of St. Seraphim of Sarov is not without attention. In summer it is surrounded by greenery of trees, and in winter it stands out effectively against the background of white snow and sky. Find it easy - it is located near the train station.
Alexandrovskaya Sloboda - a historical complex, which includes a number of beautiful architectural structures.
In particular, the Alexander Kremlin. It was he who became the starting point of the city's development - Alexandrov grew up around his Kremlin. On the territory of the Kremlin is the Cathedral of the Trinity of Life-Giving (Trinity Cathedral) with an unusually beautiful iconostasis.
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Here you can also see Pokrovskaya, Sretenskaya and Uspenskaya churches, Hospital and Keleinny corps of the Holy Assumption Monastery, Marfina Chambers, Fortress wall, Crucifixion bell tower, Gate Church of Theodore Stratelates and the Savior's Chapel.
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Museums of Alexandrov
If visiting churches and cathedrals does not seem very interesting to you, pay attention to the museum pearls of Alexandrov. One of the most interesting museums of the city is the Man-made Stone Museum. Here you can see the widest range of minerals, crystals and gems, processed by ancient and modern masters. Unfortunately, at this time the All-Union Research Institute for Synthesis of Mineral Resources, behind which the museum is fixed, is declared bankrupt. In connection with this, the museum temporarily suspended the excursion service for an indefinite period.
Another interesting place is the Art Museum . A rich museum collection will not leave indifferent lovers and connoisseurs of painting. It also regularly hosts theatrical performances and creative meetings.
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The Tsvetaeva Museum is focused on the individualization of information delivery. In it you will learn about the life and work of famous sisters.
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Opposite the home of the Tsvetaeva sisters there is a museum dedicated to the period when Alexandrov was a place of exile politically undesirable. It is called "Alexandrov - the capital of 101 kilometers".
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In general, the museums of Alexandrov are very modern. They are actively using new technologies, trying to keep visitors' attention and not let them get bored. After the orderliness and tradition of the Alexander settlement, cathedrals and churches, this approach seems ultra-modern and very impressive.
At the same time, the city outside the museums, churches and the reserve "Alexandrovskaya Sloboda" bears the stamp of hard times. Best architecture and the general mood of the city expresses the phrase "gray everyday life." By distorting the famous film quotation, one can say without exaggeration: "Alexandrov is a city of contrasts". Fortunately, having spent a little time and effort to explore the city, you can still find interesting places.
For example, the city railway station. Fans of trains and railways can visit the Railway Museum, located in the same place.
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In recent years, fortunately, the situation is beginning to improve. Residents of the city understand that the development of tourism will go to the city for good and in every possible way try to contribute to this. It seems that in the not too distant future Alexandrov will develop, becoming more and more interesting and attractive for travelers.