The lake near Volgograd

Q: What historical places of Volgograd should a lover of ancient Russian architecture visit?

In Volgograd, rare examples of pre-revolutionary architecture have been preserved - the Church of John the Forerunner (built in 1589, rebuilt in 1704 and 1888) combines elements of Russian Baroque and Classicism. The house of the merchant Shlykov (1896) demonstrates eclecticism with kokoshniks and carved casings, and the building of the Tsaritsyn fire brigade (1897) is an example of brick style. Of particular interest is the Repnikov estate with preserved wings of the XIX century.

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

In the interactive museum “Russia – My History”, children will see 3D reconstructions of ancient cities and multimedia books. In the Volgograd planetarium named after V.I. Khodareva, the German Carl Zeiss telescope was installed in 1954, and in the hall "Astronomy" they demonstrate the starry sky of the southern hemisphere. On the embankment of the 62nd Army there is a light and music fountain "Art" with 218 jets and dynamic illumination.

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

The sculptural composition “Stand to Death” at the foot of Mamaev Kurgan creates a powerful visual image against the background of the Volga. The dancing bridge across the Volga-Don Canal is especially spectacular in sunset rays, and the steps of the Central Embankment with the rotunda of 1952 are a classic angle. In the park of Sasha Filippov there is a monument "Guardian Angel" with a panoramic view of the river station.

Q: What legends and legends are associated with the Mamaev Kurgan in Volgograd?

According to legend, there was an outpost of Khan Mamay, and during the Battle of Stalingrad soldiers told about the visions of ancient soldiers. In 1943, when demining the mound, sappers discovered a stone slab of the XIV century with Turkic writings. Locals believe that the bronze sword in the hand of the Motherland at night emits a faint glow - this effect is explained by a special alloy with the addition of rare earth metals.

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

In the basement of the museum-panorama there is a diorama “Prisoning of Field Marshal Paulus” by the artist M.I. Samsonov. On the territory of the plant "Red October" preserved water tower built in 1898 - a sample of industrial modernity. In the park named after March 8, you can see the only monument in Russia to the tram series "X" - such cars walked along Tsaritsyn since 1913.

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Lake Tsatsa

Tsatsa is the so-called drying fresh lake, which is one of the ten natural monuments of the Volgograd region. The reservoir belong …

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Botkul Lake

Botkul Lake in the Volgograd region is famous for its unusual bitter salt water, located in the northern part of the Caspian lowla …

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Salt Lake Elton

Elton is a drainless salt lake located in Pallasovsky district of the Volgograd region. It is the largest mineral lake in Europe a …

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Lake Sarpa

Lake Serpa is a drying reservoir of the region, despite the fact that its area is slightly more than 40 square kilometers. At the …

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White Lake

White Lake is located in the western part of the Vologda region. The Russian name comes from a translation from the Vepsian langua …

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The Golden Lake

The Golden Lake is located in the steppes in the eastern part of the Volgograd region near the border with Kazakhstan. The lake's …

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Lake Elton

Lake Elton is a significant natural attraction of the Volgograd region, is considered one of the saltiest in Europe. Despite the l …

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Lake Buluchta

Bulukhta is a lesser known lake compared to nearby Baskunchak Elton lakes. This is due to the fact that the water level in Bulukht …

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Arshan-Zelmen Reservoir

Arshan-Zelmen is a reservoir located in the valley of the Arshan-Zelmen River, Sarpinsky district of Kalmykia. Its volume is 26.6 …

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Lake Azat

Lake Azatskoye is located in the Vologda region. It is part of the Loz-Azat lakes, where several water bodies are united by strait …

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Volgograd reservoir

Volgograd reservoir formed the dam of the Volga HPP. One of the largest reservoirs of the Volga-Kama basin is located on the terri …

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Excursions Volgograd (125)

Memorial complex Soldiers field and memorial cemetery Rossoshka village

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Kalach-na-Donu. One-day tour to the City of Military Glory

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Excursion by car in Volgograd

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Orphanic bridgehead

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The lake near Volgograd

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