Penza is a city with a rich history and cultural heritage, founded in 1663 as a fortress on the southeastern border of the Moscow state. Today it is an attractive tourist center, which harmoniously combines ancient architecture, modern spaces and picturesque parks. A map of attractions will help you easily navigate the city and find the most interesting places. Among the main museums of Penza are the Penza Art Gallery with a rich collection of Russian and foreign art, the Museum of one painting with a unique format of expositions, the Literary Museum telling about writers related to the city, the Museum of Folk Art with a collection of folk crafts and the Local History Museum with exhibits reflecting the history of the region. Each museum offers unique expositions that reveal different aspects of the life of the city and its inhabitants. Attractions of Penza include the Monument of Glory, dedicated to the feat of the Penzens in the Great Patriotic War, the embankment of the Sura River with picturesque views, the Lunacharsky Drama Theater, one of the oldest in Russia, and the Spasska Cathedral, recreated in 2011. These places form a recognizable appearance of the city and attract tourists with their historical and cultural value. You can explore Penza yourself, using a map to build routes, or book a tour with a local guide who will tell you about the city from an unexpected side. Regardless of the format chosen, getting acquainted with Penza will leave vivid impressions and a desire to return again.