Embankments in Petrozavodsk

Q: What historical places of Petrozavodsk is worth visiting a lover of ancient Russian architecture?

The Holy Cross Cathedral, built in 1852, combines elements of ancient Russian architecture and baroque. The monument to Peter I on Lenin Square was erected in honor of the founder of the city in 1873. The building of the provincial male gymnasium, built in 1789, is an example of classicism.

Q: Where to go in Petrozavodsk with children: interesting places for family holidays?

Karelian State Museum of Local Lore offers interactive expositions about the nature and culture of the region. The Gorky Culture and Recreation Park with children's rides and green alleys is ideal for walking. The Kizhi Museum-Reserve on the island demonstrates traditional wooden buildings of the Russian North.

Q: Where to take beautiful photos in Petrozavodsk: the best photo zones?

The embankment of Lake Onega with its sculptures and panoramic views of the water surface is a popular place for photo shoots. Kirov Square with fountains and flower beds creates an atmosphere of urban comfort. The wooden church of Alexander Nevsky in the style of Russian classicism is ideal for architectural photographs.

Q: What legends and legends are associated with the sights of Petrozavodsk?

According to legend, the place for the construction of the Petrovsky Sloboda was chosen by Peter I because of its good location near Lake Onega. Legend has it that underground passages under the Holy Cross Cathedral lead to the old riverbed of the Lososinka River. The Kizhi Museum tells about the masters who built the Transfiguration Church without a single nail.

Q: What little-known sights of Petrozavodsk are worth seeing?

The monument "Fishermen" on the embankment of Lake Onega, created in 1991, symbolizes the fishing traditions of the region. The building of the former Olonets Theological Seminary, built in 1829, preserved the elements of the Empire. The Museum of Industrial History of Petrozavodsk tells about the development of metallurgy and weapons in the XVIII century.

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Onega Embankment

One of the most beautiful and magical places in the Karelian city of Petrozavodsk is the embankment on the shore of Lake Onega. Bu …

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South Karelia: Ruskeala and surroundings

On the way from Petrozavodsk to Ruskeala Mountain Park (250 km) in an interesting and fascinating form with visual materials, I wi …

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In the footsteps of the Stone Age

We will go to the Stone Age, to the origins of the birth of the Karelian land. Nature has honed the local terrain for billions of …

9000 ₽ group

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On the wonderful island of Valaam in the summer from Petrozavodsk

The unique island archipelago in the center of Lake Ladoga is not for nothing called the “Islands of monastic feat”. You will driv …

5500 ₽ group

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Excursions from Petrozavodsk, excursions from Sortavala Bright pearls of the Karelian Ladoga region. White Bridge Falls.

This is an amazing journey through time. Welcome to Ladoga Karelia. Visit the most famous and popular places of Karelia. We will …

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Alexandrova Natalia

Petrozavodsk

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You will be able to see all the beauty of Karelia with your own eyes: the Kivach waterfall, the first Russian resort Mar …

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Miller Yana (Miller Yana)

Petrozavodsk

Language: Русский, French

I'll help you.Organize a transfer, individual walkI will conduct a tour in Russian and FrenchRecommended cafe/restaurant …

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Anna

Petrozavodsk

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Oxana

Petrozavodsk

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fishing

Fishing on Oz. Suoyarvi. (130 km from Petrozavodsk) About the reservoir: length 20.5 km., width 4.7 km., area 63.4 km2., greatest …

3500 ₽ group

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Mysteries of Mount Wottovaara

Journey to the most mystical mountain of Karelia. In one day we will have time to visit the mysterious Vottovaara rock massif. A m …

30000 group

Lake Ladoga

Attention! Conditions of participation in the campaign: Special training is not required Minimum age of participants 12 years Maxi …

Karelia: rest in the "White Keys" + excursions! (8 days)

1 day. Departure from Moscow from the Leningrad station (Komsomolskaya). day. Departure from Moscow from the Leningrad station (Ko …

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