Winter tour of the Golden Ring of Russia
Annual summer trips are a ritual of many families, but this year it could have been seriously disrupted by circumstances. However, you can go on interesting trips not only in the warm season.
Tours of the Golden Ring of Russia are a good option for a winter holiday with the whole family! Such a trip will be remembered for a long time, both parents and their children, will give a lot of pleasant impressions and exciting memories, enriching the inner world of travelers, because where, if not here, to get acquainted with the unique history of our country.
The Golden Ring of Russia includes eight cities: Sergiev Posad, Pereslavl-Zalessky, Rostov, Yaroslavl, Kostroma, Ivanovo, Suzdal, Vladimir.
The list is not small, as well as the program of such a trip.
Traditionally, adventurers who want to understand what it is, the Golden Ring of Russia, are advised to lay on vacation for about two weeks, but if there is no such time, then you can plan a vacation for a shorter period of time.
In each of the cities there are many excellent hotels that will gladly open their doors to visitors.
How to visit the Golden Ring cities?
Firstly, you can buy a full tour, where trained guides will be responsible for your movements, you can tour all the sights yourself, by car or by bus.
But perhaps one of the best options is to travel with your own guide. A trip with an individual guide is comfortable, safe and productive in terms of obtaining information.
Sergius Posad
If you go on a trip along the Golden Ring by car, it is most convenient to start from Moscow - on the Yaroslavl highway the distance is only 75 km, without traffic jams - a little more than an hour drive. The route connecting the cities is very convenient - large, qualitatively made, with a huge number of gas stations and good cafes where you can arrange a snack for your family.
Sergiev Posad is not only a convenient beginning of the journey along the Golden Ring, but also a spiritual forerunner of Russian Orthodoxy, because it is here that the famous Trinity-Sergius Lavra is located.
From an architectural point of view, the monastery is of great interest to history lovers, because its construction lasted five centuries, and this allows it to become an Orthodox illustration of various architectural styles popular in those periods of time.
U guides of Sergiev Posad Detailed information can be provided landmark. Air temperature in Sergiev Posad in January will drop to -10 -13 ° C, in the first days of January, the temperature promises not to drop to -5 ° C.
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Pereslavl-Zalessky
If you drive 75 km in the north direction you will find yourself in the next city of the Golden Ring - in Pereslavl-Zalessky.
Warning in advance about the difficulties that you may encounter, I want to say: fasten your seat belts, the traffic police post at the entrance to the city is very strict about this! The weather in Pereslavl-Zalessky in January will be cool: -10 -11 ° C.
In Pereslavl-Zalessky it will seem that you were in a gingerbread house - a small, no higher than 3 floors, the city will amaze travelers with its chamberiness.
Attractions - monasteries and ancient cathedrals, miraculously preserved to our days. The Transfiguration Cathedral The XII century is the real center of this unique city. It was here that Alexander Nevsky was baptized.
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rostov
The city welcomes travelers with the Rostov Kremlin, preserved in excellent condition to this day. It was this building that was used as a reliable decoration for the beloved film “Ivan Vasilyevich Changes Profession”.
This place allows you to create beautiful photos thanks to the breathtaking view of the lake Nero, opening from the walls of the bell tower.
In addition, Alyosha Popovich, known to most of us by histories, was born and lived near Rostov. Now from that place, the Sarsky settlement, there are not even ruins. We can understand the power of the ancient city only thanks to the preserved earth mounds.
There's something else interesting. If you are guests of the hotel "On the Cellars", you will get a unique opportunity to arrange an overnight stay in the Kremlin! Where in the metropolitan cells the personal guests of the bishop stayed.
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yaroslavl
The next city of the Golden Ring is slightly larger than its predecessors, but this does not interfere with a pleasant holiday.
You can visit the Savior-Transfiguration Monastery in Yaroslavl today, it was in it that Princes Minin and Pozharsky were located. The surviving frescoes of Elijah the Prophet will delight both lovers of history and art. By the way, in Yaroslavl the first monastery was founded in the era of Yaroslav the Wise!
Unique sights of YaroslavlYou can get information from your own guide, with whom you can go on a winter trip!
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Kostroma
It is worth noting that prices in Kostroma are slightly higher than in other cities, due to this, including the stormy life of the city, both day and night.
Kostroma is another center of Russian statehood, because it is here, in Russia. Ipatiev monastery Mikhail Romanov was invited to the royal throne.
If the Kostroma Sloboda is more interesting for adults with its ancient buildings, then children are always impressed by the snow maiden, where in winter you can spend your free time playing games and master classes.
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Ivanovo
There are not so many unusual or ancient attractions in Ivanovo, you can visit the textile museum, because the city is famous for its weavers (and not just brides), in addition, there is a Shchudrovskaya tent - one of the oldest brick houses in Russia. In the XVII century it belonged to the village manager, but today it is an interesting museum in Ivanovo.
In Ivanovo, prices are low, which pleases us, future travelers on the Golden Ring, because here you can enjoy the tastiest food in Russia - so say the locals. And to leave without a textile souvenir means not to visit the homeland of Russian weavers!
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suzdal
For a long time Suzdal was one of the richest cities in Russia, because it was the economic and political center of our country. For this reason, the best artists and architects from all over Russia gathered in Suzdal.
In 1352 in Suzdal was built Spaso-Eufimiev monastery, according to the legend beloved by many guides, it was built for Vasily III and his wife, because the royal couple was not born an heir. The fortress of the monastery reliably protected the great city.
Another unique architectural monument that tourists will be able to see in Suzdal is the Assumption Refectory Church on the territory of the Savior-Eufimievsky monastery.
Suzdal hotels have long been recognized as one of the best in Russia, so this is definitely one of those cities in Russia where you need to stay at least one night.
International cuisine, Russian flavor and excellent service are what hotels located in the so-called “new Suzdal” can boast of.
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Vladimir
Vladimir welcomes travelers with the Golden Gate of the XII century. In the Court Church there is a unique exposition that will tell visitors about the protection of the city from Batu Khan. Many princes of the city of Vladimir left a mark on our history, which is reflected in the splendor of the city itself.
The Central Assumption Cathedral was built by Prince Andrei Bogolyubsky. This great architectural monument was designed and erected by the students of Friedrich Barbarossa, so that the city is a visual illustration not only of the history of Russian architecture.
The observation deck of the water tower of Vladimir is a place that should not be overlooked by any traveler. It is from here that a breathtaking view of the city, breathing history, the streets of Vladimir and its sights opens.
Unfortunately, the famous Vladimir Kremlin has not survived to this day. However, the Kozlov Wall, which you can find south of the Golden Gate, illustrates the former power of this historical center of Russia.
It is worth noting that the weather in Vladimir also promises to be gentle for those who went on excursions to visit interesting places: -7-9 ° C. If you like winter, but do not want to freeze, standing on the observation deck, then this is what you need!
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Those who decide to go on a winter trip - a trip to the Golden Ring of Russia, such a tour will cost an average of 15 000-25 000 rubles (prices are indicated in November 2020 for two, the average duration is a week). It all depends on the travel option you choose.
If you go on a trip with an individual guide, you can get more interesting information, see unique places that can be very, very difficult to find on your own. Have a nice trip!
Text: Anastasia Kalennikova
Photo: Free sources
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