"Irkutsk Stories"
Description:
Sightseeing tour of Irkutsk
Sweetened by history and life, Irkutsk stands now calm and important, knowing its price, known for its history, past and present and traditionally hospitable. Valentin Rasputin.
Today the city is more than 350 years old and has a rich history.
There's something to be excited about here... Cossack pioneers and missionaries from the clergy, Irkutsk merchants and Decembrists toiled for glory in honor of the Siberian city.
During the tour you will visit historically significant places, get acquainted with the cultural heritage of the city, tell you interesting stories and legends about this amazing city.
Excursion programme:
Inspection of the central square of Irkutsk "Kirov Square"
- the foundation of the city.
- inspection of the oldest stone building - the Savior Church.
Cathedral of Epiphany (a unique monument of the 18th century)
- Roman Catholic cathedral
- memorial complex "Eternal Flame"
Walk along the Angara embankment and acquaintance with Irkutsk monuments:
- Petra and Fevronie.
- to the founders of Irkutsk
- Moscow Gate.
Moving to the Znamensky Women's Monastery:
- inspection of the monument to Admiral A.V. Kolchak
Visiting the monastery territory
- inspection of monuments to G.I. Shelikhov and E.I. Trubetskaya
Visit the temple of the icon of the Sign of the Mother of God
Ride along the central street of K. Marx (every third building on this street is a monument of local or federal significance)
Walk along the Angara embankment
Building of the Russian Geographical Society
- Residence of the Governor-General of the Irkutsk province ("White House")
Monument to Emperor Alexander III
Visit to the historical quarter "Irkutskaya Sloboda" (130th quarter)
If desired, you can include lunch in the cafe of the Irkutsk Sloboda and expand the program with a visit to the Volkonsky House-Museum or local history museum.
Number of participants in the group: unlimited
Time of the excursion: all year round
Recommendations:
- Dress for the weather, for walking it is necessary to have comfortable shoes, it is desirable to have sunglasses.
The price includes:
- transfer of programme
- excursion services
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