Pushchino-on-Nara Manor

Pushchino-on-Nara is the family estate of the princes of Vyazemsky. The magnificent architectural ensemble in the style of classicism was erected at the end of the XVIII century, presumably according to the project of the outstanding architect N. A. Lvov. Pushchino-on-Nara is worthy of attention thanks not only to the preserved fragments of the main manor house with its luxurious Corinthian columns, but also to the amazing atmosphere of solitude and peace. In addition, at the sight of the state in which the house is located, it becomes clear that it is unlikely to stand for another hundred years, and we have a rare opportunity to see the monument “in person”, and not in the picture.

The architectural dominant of the estate complex is a two-storey brick palace located on the main planning axis. This is a luxurious creation with a Greek portico under a low pediment, with Italian arches in the basement and semicircular three-part windows. According to the original project, four rectangular wings were attached to the house, to which later porticoes with pediments were attached. The decor of the facade is replete with numerous elements, acacia bushes were planted around the front yard, the inner courtyard was decorated with a fountain, and behind the park there was a wonderful view of the Nara River.

Perestroika, which the palace was subjected to in subsequent years, practically did not affect the appearance of the estate. However, the fact that it remains abandoned cannot cause optimism - the palace is gradually being destroyed, there are not so many old trees in the park. But in this fading beauty there is something elusive and completely unique, something that attracts many connoisseurs of beauty here.