Veliky Ustyug

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Photo The river serum

Serum is a river in Russia, flows in the Vologda region, in the Velikoustyugsky district. The mouth of the river is 10 km on the l …

Photo Winter garden in the city of Great Ustyug

40 km. from the Great Ustyug, among the majestic pine forest, is the patrimony of Santa Claus. This is an entertainment complex fo …

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Photo Church of the Myrrhbearers' Wives

The Church of the Wives of Myrrhbearers is one of the most attractive architectural monuments of the Great Ustyug. Visiting it, tr …

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Photo Ascension Church

Among the numerous architectural monuments of the Great Ustyug, a very special place is occupied by the Church of the Ascension wi …

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Photo Nikolsky

Located on the banks of the Sukhona River on the site of the former shopping square, the Church of Nicholas the Wonderworker was b …

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Photo Cathedral courtyard

The cathedral courtyard is the oldest part of Veliky Ustyug, the spiritual center of the city. Here, on the high left bank of the …

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Photo Procopia of the Righteous

The Cathedral of Procopius the Righteous, built in honor of the heavenly patron of the Great Ustyug, is one of the monuments of th …

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Photo The Church of Transfiguration

The complex of the Transfiguration Monastery in Veliky Ustyug consists of two temples. One of them is heated and used in winter, a …

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Photo Temples of Dymkovskaya Sloboda

The temples of the Dymkovskaya Sloboda are located on the other bank of the Sukhona River, opposite the Cathedral Palace.Dymkovo p …

Photo The Transfiguration Church

The Sretensky-Transfiguration Church is part of the complex of buildings of the Spaso - Transfiguration Monastery. This temple was …

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Popular Questions and Answers

Answer: In the historical center, the ensemble of the Cathedral Palace of the XVII-XVIII centuries with the Assumption Cathedral (1652-1663) and a bell tower with a height of 59 meters are preserved. The Museum of New Year's toys in the residence of Santa Claus, which presents collections of Christmas decorations from the 1930s. The architectural ensemble of the Trinity-Gledensky Monastery (1659) includes a rare Baroque iconostasis for the Russian North.

Guides Veliky Ustyug (1)

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You will be immersed in the Middle Ages with their harsh customs, amazing facts and beautiful legends! You will be amaze …

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Photo Winter fairy tale
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Winter tours to Veliky Ustyug for parents with children for winter holidays. Winter tours to Veliky Ustyug for parents with chi …

Photo New Year's Tours
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Yay! Let's go to Santa Claus! Christmas Express!!! d. Berezniki, Five-Year St., 67. Perm - Great Ustyug - Perm 1 day: 13.00* …

Photo Great Ustyug - the homeland of grandfather Frost (program No. 1)
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The city-museum under the open sky or city-reserve is called Great Ustyug, which is located on the banks of the Sukhona River. Gre …

Photo Great Ustyug - the birthplace of Santa Claus
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The city-museum under the open sky or city-reserve is called Great Ustyug, which is located on the banks of the Sukhona River. Gre …

What to see in Veliky Ustyug

Veliky Ustyug is an ancient northern city-museum on the banks of the Sukhona River with a rich history of merchant prosperity and spiritual traditions. Its cozy streets, wooden and stone architecture of the XVII-XIX centuries and the atmosphere of provincial antiquity make the city a unique place for travel and leisurely walks at any time of the year.

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Man-made sights of Great Ustyug are concentrated in the historical core: the Cathedral Palace and the Cathedral of Procopia of the Righteous, the ensembles of the Spaso-Transfiguration Monastery with the Sretensko-Transfiguration Church, the Nikil Church on the trading square and the temples of the Dymkovsk settlement. Among the bright examples of local architecture, it is worth noting the Church of the Wives of Myronosits and the Church of the Ascension - monuments that tell about the religious and cultural life of the city. Involuntarily in the list of symbols of the city falls and the patrimony of Santa Claus, located in a pine forest in the vicinity - a place that attracts families with children and everyone who wants to feel the Northern fairy tale.

Natural attractions and places

Natural attractions here are closely intertwined with urban life: the majestic Sukhona and its tributary Serum form picturesque embankments and shores, pine forests and northern landscapes spread around the city, especially charming in winter. These places are invited for walks, photo shoots and leisurely contemplation of nature, and the proximity of water and forests makes Veliky Ustyug attractive for lovers of quiet rest and ecological routes.

Build routes and visit interesting places

On our site you can see all these attractions on an interactive map: mark key points, read brief descriptions of temples, museums and natural corners and build a convenient route around the city. Built-in tips help you navigate, optimize time and plan what to see in one day or several days, as well as choose the sequence of the survey by interest.

You can explore Veliky Ustyug on your own, following the embankments and historical streets along the prepared route, or book excursions with local guides. Experienced guides will offer to reveal more architectural and historical details, tell the legends of the city and show hidden corners, as well as help organize themed walks and winter family programs.

Come to Veliky Ustyug to discover northern history, feel the spirit of the ancient merchant city and enjoy nature on the shores of Sukhona. Plan your trip in advance, map the route and go for new discoveries – the city is waiting for your steps and is ready to generously share its treasures.

 

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