Cherepovets is called "the port of five seas". All thanks to the Rybinsk reservoir and access to the Volga-Baltic channel. In the era of Catherine II, the city became famous for its sterlet, which was delivered directly to the imperial table. Over time, the commercial designation gave way to steel production. Cherepovets has become a city of metallurgists, which can be found in more detail in the museum of the metallurgical industry - the only one in the country.
Travelers notice that the Oktyabrsky Bridge, thrown across the Sheksna, is very similar in general plan to the St. Severin Bridge in Cologne. However, the use of Vologda lace in the decoration makes the project unique. It is worth paying attention to the details of city estates and memorial museums: they contain a lot of interesting things.
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What to see and where to go in Cherepovets?
The most interesting and beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.
Galskikh manor
A manor house with a complex of outbuildings located within the city. The Historical and Ethnographic Museum opened there in 1989. Inside, the atmosphere of past centuries has been recreated, household items are collected. They tell about the era in general, peasant life and the genealogy of the noble families of Cherepovets. On the basis of the museum, master classes on art painting and clay modeling, as well as equestrian sports are held.
Resurrection Cathedral
One of the two temples of the eponymous monastery. Built in the middle of the 18th century, it is now the oldest building in the city. During the Soviet period, it housed a workshop for some time. Full recovery began in the 80s and lasted until the 2000s. Among other things, new domes appeared, the iconostasis was gilded, the floor was made of stone, and the altars were restored.
Chamber theater
In the 60s of the century before last, representatives of the city's intelligentsia created a dramatic circle. It changed over time, but did not have the status of a theater. Only in 1993 the troupe received its own building and the corresponding status. The modern hall can accommodate 438 spectators. The performances in the repertoire are different: from classics to works by authors of our day. The theater has a youth studio.
Museum of the Metallurgical Industry
Has been working in the industrial zone of the city since 2015. The place was chosen for convenience and authenticity - the atmosphere around is consistent with the theme. The exposition is located in 4 halls. During the excursions, special attention was paid to modern means of conveying information: 3D projections, modeling of industrial processes, installations. Tourists are offered exciting quests, and they will also teach how to tinker with nails and wire.
Art Museum
The separation of the art collection from the collection of the local history museum took place in 1938. At first, she was given a small room, and only in 1992 was she given her own building. Two exhibition halls are occupied by permanent exhibitions: "Russian Art of the 18th-20th Centuries" and "The World of Russian Icons". There is also a separate gallery showing examples of contemporary art.
Museum of History and Local Lore
It has existed since 1896, and its current status since 1925. The exposition traces the development of the city from ancient times to the present day. Particularly interesting exhibits include: the weapons of the Horde, a reconstructed cell of the monk of the Resurrection monastery, women's ceremonial and home dresses from different centuries. The museum conducts master classes in clay modeling, the creation of folk dolls, wood carving, and knitting.
House-Museum of V.V. Vereshchagin
The family of the battle painter lived in this house, built in 1830, for about 50 years. The building was recognized as a historical monument in 1960. The museum opened here almost a quarter of a century later. In addition to the main house, there are outbuildings on the territory, such as a coach shed, a gazebo and a bathhouse. The interior was recreated according to Vereshchagin's personal notes, including his autobiographical book.
Museum "House of I. A. Milyutin"
The collection tells about the life of Ivan Milyutin, who ruled Cherepovets for about half a century. The exhibits cover different directions, since the mayor was also a merchant and industrialist. At the same time, there are few originals - things that belonged to Milyutin. Mostly in the museum, evidence of the era is collected. The house itself was built like a summer cottage, and is harmoniously inscribed in the natural landscape.
Church of the Nativity
Founded in the 16th century, the first building was made of wood. The new building was built in the last years of the 18th century. The temple received believers until the revolution, was closed and burned down. Only in 1997 was the current building consecrated, which had been under construction for several years. If tourists choose the waterway to visit the city, then the Church of the Nativity of Christ is the first attraction that meets them.
Cathedral of Athanasius and Theodosius of Cherepovets
Named in honor of the monks - the founders of the city. It was built on the initiative of local Orthodox activists and became only the third temple in the city. The consecration took place in 2012. For the construction they chose a place with a rich history - the Makarinskaya grove. Here in the past there was a manor, then the enemies of the Soviet regime were shot and prisoners of war were kept. The ringing of 12 cathedral bells can be heard for several kilometers.
Monument to Athanasius and Theodosius
Installed in 2006. The installation site is Sobornaya Gorka. Here in 1362 a monastery was founded and Cherepovets appeared. The figures of Athanasius and Theodosius are cast in bronze and have a height of about 4 meters. The author of the sculptural group was A. Arkhipov. The monks are depicted at the moment of making a decision on the foundation of the monastery and delighting in the picturesque area. The Resurrection Cathedral is located nearby.
Monument to Metallurgists
In 2005, Severstal and the city authorities held a competition to create a monument to immortalize the contribution of metallurgists to the city's development. The local sculptor A. Shebunin won. His project was implemented a year later, and was given the name "Continuity of Generations". It depicts an adult worker watching a small boy in a clearly large hard hat. Nearby is a stele - a symbol of fire and steel.
Komsomolsky park
It was defeated, among other things, by the forces of the Komsomol in 1958 on the territory of the former Pokrovskaya Square and the adjacent cemetery of the same name. The territory covers about 4.3 hectares. The alleys were planted with trees brought from the surrounding villages, as well as from the Moscow region. The total number of plant species in the park is more than 60. A monument was erected in 1996 at the place where Ivan Milyutin was supposed to be buried.
October bridge
Thrown across the Sheksna River in 1979. At one time it was the first and only cable-stayed road bridge in the country. The length is 781 meters, of which the main span is more than 194 meters. In its appearance and design, Oktyabrsky is similar to the Cologne St. Bridge. Noteworthy are the parapet fences. They are decorated in the style of Vologda lace. There are also bas-reliefs on the bridge - the coats of arms of 15 cities in the region.
Sheksna River and Rybinsk Reservoir
The source of Sheksna is White Lake. It flows within the Vologda region and has a length of 139 km. The river flows into the Rybinsk reservoir with an area of 4580 km². It appeared during the construction of the hydroelectric complex and is currently performing a number of functions. Among other things, the "Rybinsk Sea" is used by the Institute for Biology of Inland Waters for research. They also practice sailing, fishing and relaxing on the coast.
