New Year's trip on the route "Silver necklace of Russia" - Vyborg, Ivangorod, Kingisepp, Priozersk, Staraya Ladoga, Tikhvin
New Year’s trip to interesting places fills the holidays with special emotions, because the joy of the long-awaited vacation, the gifts received and the expectation of a great year is mixed with special impressions that any trip brings.
For winter holidays, you should pay attention to trips to Russia. In this article, we will tell you about the exciting adventures that the Silver Necklace of Russia route can bring.
The route "Silver Necklace of Russia" consists of 6 cities: Vyborg, Ivangorod, Kingisepp, Priozersk, Staraya Ladoga, Tikhvin. In each of them you can visit unique historical and natural monuments of Russia, try unusual dishes and enjoy picturesque views.
The cost of the tour for two people varies from 17 000 to 25 000 rubles. As an unforgettable experiment, you can go on a trip with a personal guide who will choose interesting routes and entertainment for you.
Vyborg
The first city we will visit is 35 km from the Finnish border. One of the main attractions of Vyborg is Red Square.
Around it are a huge number of majestic monumental buildings. Here you can absolutely feel the incredible influence of architecture of the 18th-19th centuries.
Further visit to the sights of the city can be continued by visiting the library of Alvar Aalto, recently there was a large-scale reconstruction, so today you can look at this library, as if it has not changed at all since its construction. Now the library hosts free film screenings, concerts and lectures.
The clock tower, located on the local Red Square, should not be left without your attention. This is the only part of the Cathedral that survived the Soviet-Finnish war. There is a clock on the facade of the tower. They were last changed in the 19th century, but they still walk properly. You can go inside and climb up, enjoying the unique view of the city.
Vyborg Castle divides the Gulf of Finland and the Gulf of Salakka-Lakhti. The castle is often called the main attraction of Vyborg.
Journey to Vyborg: Vyborg guide. excursions.
Ivangorod
Further tourists meet Ivangorod. Old Russian cities are especially notable for their religious buildings. The Church of the Assumption of the Most Holy Mother of God is located in the Ivangorod fortress. Its facade is made of white stone and decorated with arched openings and towers with a domed roof by the Italian architect Marcus Greek.
The waterfall on the Narva River is another unusual attraction of Ivangorod. The fact is that local waterfalls provide Narva HPP with energy, and water flows are controlled manually. You can see the Narva waterfalls on Friday, they are considered the largest in this part of Europe.
Travel to Ivangorod: guides. excursion and tours.
kingisepp
A city with an unusual name for Russia will be next on your itinerary. It was built in the distant 1384, and for a long time passed from Russia to Sweden, this is evidenced by the ruins of the fortress Yam, which strengthened the city.
Many battles saw these walls, until the city under Peter I finally passed to Russia. In the local local history museum you can get acquainted with the rich history of Kingisepp. The exposition presents artifacts found on the site of the Yam fortress, objects of the medieval period, a collection of coins, dishes of local glass factories.
One of the unique monuments - "Bronze Lion" - a monument to Karl Bistrom. Karl Ivanovich is a hero of the battle of Borodino, adjutant general of the tsarist army, a monument to him was created by the soldiers themselves at the expense of officers of the guards corps, who were under the command of Bistrov.
Next to the statue is a brick building – a former disabled home for soldiers – today there are fairs, festivities, and in winter – ride horses!
Priozersk
Unique, untouched nature - that's what to expect in Priozersk. Small and quiet, this is how it has survived to this day.
Tourists coming to Priozersk should first visit the fortress of Korela. It was founded in the XIII - XIV centuries. The original structures were wooden and have not survived. To this day reached the stone tower, built in the XVI century by the Swedes. Special excursions are held around the fortress, where you can learn about the history of this place. Of course, if you go on a trip with an individual guide, then you do not need it!
In Priozersk a huge number of parks, squares and unique natural complexes located on the islands and on the mainland. If in all previous cities you managed to get enough of museums, churches and fortresses, which are an integral part of traveling along the Silver Ring of Russia, then it is in Priozersk that you will have the opportunity to relax.
Travel to Priozersk: Priozersk guides. excursion and tours.
Old Ladoga
The story of Old Ladoga will impress you. The Old Ladoga Fortress is open for visitors, it began the history of the city in the IX century, its later version has survived to our days, but this is no less valuable and interesting, because everything has been preserved in a remarkable state. In these places you can feel an overwhelming sense of pride for your country.
The Church of St. George was built in Old Ladoga in the XII century. But this place has not only religious but also historical significance. According to legend, Alexander, later called Nevsky, with his army prayed for victory in the battle of 1240.
Tikhvin
So we came to the final city of our program. Little Tikhvin is forgotten by many travelers, it is located near St. Petersburg and, of course, inferior in its grandeur to the second capital of our country. But not visiting it would be a big omission.
The temple of the icon of the Mother of God “The Sign” has reached our days in magnificent condition, and has become a real pearl of Tikhvin. You can even see a real document – the order of Peter I about the beginning of the construction of this building!
In 2018, a recreational zone – Generation Park was opened in Tikhvin. This place has become a real concentration of cultural life: here they spend holidays, ride horses, in special areas you can even cook a barbecue in winter, and if you are lucky to get here in summer, you can see incredible fountains.
Journey to Tikhvin: guides. excursions.
The Silver Necklace of Russia is an interesting route for children and adults, you can take 4-5 days to travel. The main thing is to dress warmly. Deceptively high temperature is not so pleasant in conditions of high humidity.
It is worth taking with you more warm clothes and shoes, and boldly go on an exciting journey.
A reliable tour with a personal guide will make your trip more interesting, richer and more pleasant. The guide knows where the most delicious food is, in which cities you should stay longer, and where you can not linger. He knows important details that he will be happy to share with you. Go on a journey and have a pleasant trip!
Text: Ekaterina Oglesneva
Photo: varlamov, free sources
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