Monument "Rostok" is a monument of Glory, installed on the embankment of the Sur River in the city of Penza. The monument symboliz …
The monument, called “Primoselent”, was solemnly opened in 1980, when the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Kulikovo was celebrat …
Surah is the right tributary of the Volga. It flows through the Ulyanovsk, Penza and Nizhny Novgorod regions, Mordovia, Mari El an …
The Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord is the oldest building in Penza, preserved to this day. Its history goes back to the …
The monument to the poet M. Y. Lermonov was erected in Tarkhany on June 9, 1985. Located on the territory of the museum-reserve ne …
The monument "Wires", the second name of which is "Farewell", is installed in the center of Penza in memory of all participants of …
The Church of the Intercession of the Most Holy Mother of God is located in a historical place - once it was called the Starodragu …
The monument to policemen in Penza is the first and only monument dedicated to the district district in Russia. It was opened on N …
The Church of Mary of Egypt is part of the museum complex of the manor "Tarkhan". A small building of the Empire-style church was …
Penza is a cozy city on the banks of the Sura River with a rich history and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. Here intertwined merchant and church traditions, memorial memory and literary ties with neighboring estates. The city attracts those who like leisurely walks along the embankment, ancient architecture and the atmosphere of the provincial center with bright local life.
Man-made sights of Penza are diverse: the Monument of Glory "Rostok" rises on the embankment, in the center of the city you can see the monument "Primoselents", and in the nearest estates - the monument to M. Y. Lermontov in Tarkhan and the chapel of Mary of Egypt. Churches, such as the Church of the Transfiguration and the Intercession of the Most Holy Mother of God, keep a centuries-old history, and the Trinity Convent and city museums tell about the religious and cultural heritage. Monuments "Wires" and a monument in honor of Penza policemen complement the cityscape and arouse keen interest among visitors.
The natural corners around Penza create a wonderful contrast with the architecture: the Sura River forms a picturesque embankment, and the forests and green slopes in the vicinity invite for walks and picnics. Near the city there is a museum-reserve of Tarhana with the surrounding nature, and pine groves and hills near Akhun offer views and quiet trails for secluded forays into nature. Parks and green areas inside the city are suitable for family walks and quiet evenings by the water.
On our site you can see all the sights of Penza on an interactive map: brief descriptions will help you quickly navigate, and the built-in route designer will make a convenient walk plan. Mark interesting points, compare distances and form optimal routes for the day or weekend to see the maximum in minimal time.
See the city yourself on ready routes or entrust a walk with professional guides - both formats give their advantages. An independent tour gives freedom and the discovery of their own finds, and local guides and guides will tell little-known stories, spend on hidden courtyards and make the walk rich and informative. Interactive quests and themed walks are also available that bring familiar streets to life and bring a game element to exploring the city.
Penza awaits travelers who are ready to discover its monuments, temples and natural corners. Plan a trip, build itineraries on a map and come to feel the atmosphere of the city with your own eyes. Discover what to see in Penza and let each route be the beginning of a new story.
