Yekaterinburg is the largest city in the Urals, combining Soviet history, modern architecture and a rich cultural heritage. Founded in 1723 as a fortress factory, it has preserved the industrial spirit, enriching it with world-class museums and unique monuments. The map of attractions will be your guide to this amazing city.
The main museums of Yekaterinburg reflect its industrial power and cultural diversity. The Museum of History of Yekaterinburg will tell about the formation of the city, and the Museum of Fine Arts will delight with a collection of Kaslin casting and Ural gems. The Boris Yeltsin Museum is the first presidential museum in Russia. The unique Museum of Architecture and Design of Ural State University reveals the history of Ural architecture, and the Museum of Military Equipment in Upper Pyshma (in the suburbs) impresses with large-scale expositions.
Among the iconic sights are the Temple on Blood, built on the site of the execution of the royal family, and the Vysotsky skyscraper with an observation deck. The historical square at the base of the plant, the City Pond Dam and the Literary Quarter create a unique look of the city. Mandatory to visit the square of 1905 with the city administration and the monument to the keyboard is an unusual art object.
An excellent route for exploring the city begins from the Dam of the city pond - the historical center of Yekaterinburg. From here you can go to the Temple on the Blood, then along the pedestrian Weiner street to the square of 1905 and the monument to the founders of the city of Tatishchev and de Gennin. Next, the route leads to the Literary Quarter and the Museum of Fine Arts. The walk will take about 3 hours, and the map will help you navigate and add interesting points.
Explore Yekaterinburg yourself, using a map to plan routes, or choose a guided tour to delve deeper into the history of the city. Professional guides will reveal the secrets of the Ural capital, show you the hidden corners and make your trip unforgettable.