Dreams come true! Where to make a wish in Russia?
Amazing things begin to happen to a person when he, tired of the monotony of everyday routine, finally remembers his unfulfilled desires! But remembering them is not enough. In order for dreams to come true, it is often necessary to put a lot of effort! And if someone has enough inner fuse to make the final leap to the dream, then some simply need a sign from above, a visit to the sacred place, as a symbolic agreement with the secret forces about the beginning of the fulfillment of the most secret desires.
Believe me, to ask for something really important, you do not need to go over thirty lands! We offer you a list of ten magical places that are not so difficult to get to!
1. Moscow, the fountain "Four seasons".
Horses on Manege Square are a gift from sculptor Zurab Tsereteli to the 850th anniversary of Moscow. Four running horses symbolize the four seasons, and it is from this monument that the launch of all the fountains of the capital begins. After the fountain was installed, there was an urban legend that you can make a wish here. For its speedy execution, it is necessary to stroke horses and be sure to wet your feet. According to other sources, the sculpture must be rounded, knee-deep in water.
How to find: the city of Moscow, Mokhovaya Street, 15, metro station Okhotny Ryad.
2 St. Petersburg, Monument to Peter I in the Peter and Paul Fortress.
The monument to Peter I was installed on the Main Alley of the Peter and Paul Fortress in 1991, on the eve of the return of the city’s historical name – St. Petersburg. Sculptor Mikhail Shemyakin often painted Peter, and once his friend Vladimir Vysotsky gave him the idea of making a sculpture based on these sketches. The monument was later cast in bronze by the American firm Tallix Art Foundry and donated to the northern capital. And let him look a little grotesque, but the wishes, according to eyewitnesses, he performs correctly. Those who wish for love should hold on to Peter’s left hand. If in affairs of love you have complete order, and material well-being would like to improve - feel free to grab the right hand!
How to find: the city of St. Petersburg, the island of Hare, Peter and Paul Fortress.
3. Kronstadt, the Tree of Desire.
This wonderful cast-iron tree grew up in the city in honor of its 300th anniversary in 2004. The process of making a wish in this case is quite complicated, but, without a doubt, very interesting. Hasty tourists say that you just need to whisper it in the ear of the tree, which is on the side, on the trunk, and if the branches ring bells, then it will surely come true. Others suggest that the wish be fulfilled for sure, write it on a piece of paper, wrap a five-ruble coin in it, and throw an owl into the nest, which is located on a branch. If the throw is successful, immediately make three circles around the tree, and after that whisper what you want in the ear, making sure that it is feasible by the sound of the same bells. Those who want the desire to come true as soon as possible, need to ride a deer standing nearby, and at the same time rub his nose or ponytail!
How to find: Kronstadt, 13 Karl Marx Street.
4. Nizhny Novgorod, Monument to the announcement.
This unusual monument was created in 2003 and installed on the facade of the house of the editorial office of the newspaper “From hands to hands”. It is dedicated to the diverse and indestructible private ads that invariably appear on the streets of the city in the most unexpected places. The author of this appeal wants to exchange his English childhood with a haircut for Elvis and the school rugby team for a childhood spent in Russia with an extension and a bicycle Eagle. The text of the announcement is so simple and touching that many consider this brass record happy, and hopefully touch the tearing roots.
How to find: the city of Nizhny Novgorod, Piskunova Street, 4/22.
5. Rostov-on-Don, Fountain in Gorky Park.
The fountain is so powerful that it is even called a place of power. Residents of this place are advised to go to it in the early morning, while there are few people in the park. The strongest flows of energy can be felt from the west side, and in order to get enough of it, it is better to distract yourself from the world around you for a while: turn off your phone, get comfortable, try not to think about anything. Be sure, the energy for the fulfillment of desires is provided to you!
How to find: the city of Rostov-on-Don, Big Garden Street, 45.
6. Yekaterinburg, Wall of Desire.
By the forces of caring residents of the city, the cluttered and unsightly parking lot was turned into a beautiful square dedicated to the families of the peoples of the Urals - "Ural mosaic". One of its attractions is the so-called Wish Wall, on which the word “family” is engraved in 52 languages and a palm print, the touch of which is magical. Come to Ekaterinburg to make wishes for the whole family that will come true!
How to find: the city of Yekaterinburg, Sacco Street and Vanzetti, 58.
7 Samara, Drunk Road
In Syzran district of Samara region there is a village of Smolkino. The place is magical in every sense: the surroundings of the village include a large number of unique natural objects (Racheysky Bor, Racheyskaya taiga, Semikluye, Rachey Rocks). The road that grants wishes is located at the entrance to Smolkino, and for steep, winding turns in the people it was called “drunk”. It has long been overgrown with many stories and myths. Rumor has it that in the old days carts flew from it, and nowadays in the mornings there is a thick fog on the road, and sometimes ball lightning appears. They come here at midnight to make a wish solo to walk the road from beginning to end, in no case turning around, and scrolling through only one thing in their head - their desire. Apparently, all these thrills are proof of a sincere desire to fulfill your dreams, and after such a test, higher forces must certainly contribute to it!
How to find: Samara region, Syzran district, 12 kilometers northeast of the village of Staraya Racheika.
8. Kazan, Monument to Fedor Chaliapin.
The monument was opened on the Kazan Arbat in 1999. In the daytime, young musicians gather near it and arrange impromptu mini-concerts for passers-by, but after sunset, the time comes for those who dream of a career as a singer and world fame. Do not be ashamed of your ambitious plans! Come to Kazan, and don’t forget to hold on to the left (!) boot of the monument to the great Russian singer!
How to find: Republic of Tatarstan, Kazan, Kazan, Bauman Street, 80.
9. Ryazan, Alatyr-stone.
The giant boulder lies at the bottom of the ravine at the southern ramparts for many years, but tourists do not forget about this place and regularly bring small donations to the stone as a pledge of wish fulfillment, which is why the stone is dotted with a layer of coins of different dignity. People say that it is the same stone-indicator, which since ancient times personified the choice of one of the three roads. Therefore, be careful when choosing the path to this miracle stone – do not lose your head, but hold the horse tightly!
How to find: Ryazan region, a few kilometers from the city of Spassk-Ryazan, the settlement of Old Ryazan.
10. Kaliningrad, Monument to the Boot of Baron Munchausen.
According to legend, it was near the old fortress of Friedrichsburg in old Koenigsberg that the famous liar rehearsed his flight to the moon. The opening of the monument was timed to the Russian Day of Missile Forces and Artillery. And in honor of the memorable date was even fired from a gun! Immortalized in bronze, the baron continues to delight fans – if you put your foot in the only remaining boot and solemnly swear never to lie, then your desires will begin to be fulfilled with cosmic speed!
How to find: the city of Kaliningrad, Oktyabrskaya Street, Fish Village.
Author of the text: Daria Matvienko
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