Nizhny Novgorod: what to see in one day?
Nizhny Novgorod has several unofficial names, the most famous of which are the third capital, “pocket of Russia” and “capital of sunsets”. The city is famous for its monuments of history, architecture and culture and is included in the list of UNESCO cities with world historical and cultural significance.
In 2021, Nizhny Novgorod celebrated the 800th anniversary of its foundation. During its long history, it became a border fortress and the largest trading center of the country. Legends about the wealth and prosperity of the city are known far beyond its borders. Its stone Kremlin never fell under the onslaught of enemies, and during the Great Patriotic War, cruel bombing did not break the spirit of the citizens.
In 2020, Nizhny Novgorod was awarded the title “City of Labor Valor”.
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Attractions of Nizhny Novgorod
Kremlin
The Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin is the main attraction of Nizhny Novgorod and one of the most popular places among tourists. Here you can visit the defensive towers, look into the ancient cathedral and just walk.
The Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin was built at the beginning of the XVI century.
Some sites offer stunning views of the Volga and the famous Arrow.
The route along the walls of the fortress is the longest in Russia and is more than 2 km. This is the only Kremlin in the country that can be circumvented completely in a circle.
Kremlin Museums and Arsenal
The two towers of the Kremlin have permanent historical exhibitions. In Nikolskaya Tower you can get acquainted with the history of Nizhny Novgorod in the 13-15 centuries, and in Ivanovo - listen to a tour about the events of the Time of Troubles and the Nizhny Novgorod People's Militia of 1612.
Temporary exhibitions are held in the Dmitriev and Zachatka towers.
In the Kremlin is the center of contemporary art "Arsenal", which locals consider one of the best in Russia.
Great Pokrovskaya Street
Big Pokrovskaya Street is a favorite place for walking and the local analogue of Arbat, which is an ancient pedestrian zone with a length of more than 2 km. There are always many people here, and the street attracts attention with its architectural monuments, various sculptures and souvenir shops.
The street got its name in honor of the Church of the Intercession of the Most Holy Mother of God, which was on it. After the revolution, it was renamed in honor of the revolutionary Y. M. Sverdlov, and the people began to call it Sverdlovka. Until 1982, the street was a roadway, and then was converted into a pedestrian zone.
Main fairhouse
The main fairhouse was built instead of the old fairground complex, which burned down in the fire.
Today, this magnificent building is one of the main attractions of Nizhny Novgorod and its real calling card.
Shooter
Shooting in Nizhny Novgorod today is the hallmark of the city. From this place offers a magnificent view of the historical part of the city. In addition, there is a stadium where the matches of the 2018 FIFA World Cup were held.
The name Arrow arose from the previously existing here Strelets camp. Later, a river port was formed at this place, where loading and unloading works were carried out on merchant ships arriving in Nizhny Novgorod along the Volga and Oka.
Chkalov staircase
The staircase was laid in 1943 after the victory of Soviet troops in the Battle of Stalingrad. It is named after Valery Chkalov, a famous test pilot and native of the Nizhny Novgorod province, who in 1937 made a non-stop flight across the North Pole.
The Chkalov staircase is one of the most famous sights of the city and was designed by architects V. Muntsem, A. Yakovlev and L. Rudnev.
Cable car
The cable car in Nizhny Novgorod is the record holder: it is the longest in Europe - 3600 m, and the highest - supports with a height of 82 m. Another record - the longest unsupported flight over the water - 880 m!
How to get there
Thousands of tourists from all over Russia come to the capital of the Volga region by cars and trains. Getting here is quite convenient: the train “Swallow” from Moscow comes in just 4 hours, and in summer you can use water transport along the Volga by boat.
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