"Torzhok: a walk through the old streets"

You will see the main architectural dominants of Torzhka - the majestic Borisogleb and Resurrection monasteries. Visit the Old Ascension Church, which has been standing on the steep shore of Tvertsy for three hundred years, and visit the Trade Square. You will also hear the history of the Transfiguration Cathedral and learn where the “Island of Love” is located in the city. Discover why locals are called “innovators” and discover the “genius of taste.”

In the first half of the 19th century, Torzhok was considered “the best city of the Tver province”. There have been many interesting places since then. You will walk along the Postal Staircase past the Catherine Guide Palace and get to the left bank of Tvertsy. Appreciate the Palace Square and see the Pozharsky Hotel, which is famous for its famous cutlets. Admire the panorama of the merchant and philistine city and learn what famous personalities have been here.

Torzhok will conquer you with ancient churches, stunning monastic complexes, a river, an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. I will tell you about the times when it was a major river port, trading and craft center. I will explain the uniqueness of its architecture, and show all the iconic places: temples, squares, bridges and unusual buildings.