Krasnoyarsk is such a distant, cold and grandiose, a real Siberian giant that grew up in the middle of the impassable taiga. This city is full of some elusive charm - looking at its bridges and pipes of industrial enterprises, you can catch the invincible force that moved the pioneers and explorers of the harsh Siberian lands forward, in spite of everything.
The great Yenisei gave life to the city. The river fed him and gave a powerful impetus to development. Today, like thousands of years ago, this water giant slowly directs its streams to the Kara Sea. You must feel Krasnoyarsk after spending at least a few days here: take a walk in the center, go to the Stolby reserve, go to the hydroelectric power station and capture the mesmerizing landscapes that open to the eyes from city bridges.
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The most interesting and beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.
Reserve "Stolby"
Natural territory on the northwestern spurs of the Eastern Sayan Mountains, bounded by the right tributaries of the Yenisei River. It starts in the city limits. There are unique rock formations - syenite outliers, which are called "pillars". They represent a bizarre stone formation in the form of a heap of huge boulders. The flora of the reserve is dense Siberian taiga. In "Stolby" there is a large tourist area with hiking and sports routes.
Chapel of Paraskeva Friday
An Orthodox temple, one of the symbols of Krasnoyarsk, installed in the middle of the 19th century on Karaulnaya Hill, where the Khakass pagan temple was previously located. The first chapel on this site was built of wood and at the same time served as a guard tower, from which it was convenient to watch the approach of the enemy. The stone structure was erected at the expense of the gold miner P.I.Kuznetsov.
"Roev Stream"
One of the largest Russian zoos, covering an area of 31 hectares. Its collection is second only to the Moscow Zoo in diversity. The institution was organized on the basis of a "living corner" that existed since 1947. Its first inhabitants were animals that suffered from poaching, mistreatment and negligence of tourists: lynxes, wolves, bears, swans, foxes, birds of prey.
Tatyshev Island
The island is located on the Yenisei within Krasnoyarsk. It connects to the city with two bridges. Today it is used as a recreational area - in the warm season it is visited by several tens of thousands of people every week. In summer you can ride a bike, roller-skate or tricycle, in winter - on a skating rink or ski. It even has its own beach, picnic area and arboretum.
Funpark "Bobrovy Log"
Bobrovy Log is a multipurpose amusement park located next to the Stolby reserve. The complex is open all year round: in winter, ski slopes open here (by the way, the skiing season can last up to 6 months, sometimes, the snow melts only in May), in warm weather tourists are offered to ride extreme attractions, go horseback riding, swim in the pool or ride mountain biking on special downhill tracks.
"Tsar-fish"
The monument is a forged metal figure of the Yenisei sturgeon, 4 meters long and weighing about 300 kg. The sculpture was installed in 2004 on the observation deck located on the Sliznevsky cliff. A breathtaking view of the mighty Yenisei opens up from the hill. "Tsar-fish" is a character in the work of the same name by V. P. Astafiev, dedicated to the struggle against the inexorable elements.
Monument "White Horse"
A sculptural composition dedicated to the pioneers and conquerors of Siberia. The main figure is an iron horse weighing more than 430 kg. The animal is standing on granite boulders. There is a small fountain and a plaque nearby. It is believed that the first Cossacks landed on the site where the sculpture is installed. After the detachment went ashore, the leader decided that this was where the city would be.
Monument to the artist Andrey Pozdeev
A.G. Pozdeev is a Soviet and Russian artist, a native of the Krasnoyarsk Territory. In 2000 (two years after the death of the master) grateful descendants decided to erect a monument in his honor in the central part of the city. A figure with an umbrella in hand and an easel over his shoulder decorated Mira Ave. on the maestro's birthday. The creators managed to convey the character of A. Pozdeev - good-natured, soft and enthusiastic.
Krasnoyarsk Museum of Local Lore
The Museum of Local Lore is not only an exhibition dedicated to the history of the region, but also a full-fledged cultural and educational center, the largest in Siberia and one of the most influential in Russia. The exposition was founded in 1889 at the initiative of the local intelligentsia. The modern building of the museum is a building in the Art Nouveau style, vaguely reminiscent of an Egyptian temple. Today, the funds contain about 500 thousand exhibits.
Art Museum named after V. Surikov
The famous artist V. Surikov was born in Krasnoyarsk. Not surprisingly, there is an art gallery named after him. The museum opened in 1957. The basis of the collection was made up of works from private collections, as well as exhibits received from the funds of the State Russian Museum. Currently, the exposition is located in 3 historical buildings of the 19th - early 20th centuries.
Museum-Estate of V. Surikov
The museum is located on the territory of the house where V. Surikov lived. This wooden manor house from the 1830s, built of larch, is a typical example of urban development of the 19th century. The museum was organized in 1948, in 1970 the mansion was restored. The collection contains more than 90 works by Surikov himself, handed down by his descendants, as well as interior items and things that belonged to the artist's family.
Literary Museum named after V. Astafiev
The museum collection is housed in a picturesque 19th century mansion built of Art Nouveau wood. Gothic features can also be discerned in its appearance. Previously, the building belonged to F. Zuckerman, a representative of the merchant class. At one time this house was considered one of the most beautiful in all of Krasnoyarsk. The exposition was created on the initiative of V. Astafiev in 1997.
Steamship Museum St. Nicholas
The steamer is moored to the banks of the Yenisei in the Strelka area. It is a branch of the Krasnoyarsk Museum of Local Lore. The ship was built in 1886 at a shipyard in Tyumen and was transported in parts to Krasnoyarsk. In 1891, the future Emperor Nicholas II rode on it. The steamer was decommissioned in the 1950s. The museum exposition started working in the 1970s after the ship was overhauled.
Museum "Victory Memorial"
The memorial complex is dedicated to the residents of the city and the region who died on the fronts of the Great Patriotic War. It was installed on the 30th anniversary of the Victory in 1975 on Pokrovskaya Gora. The complex includes an area with 22 tombstones, a monument to the soldier-liberator and a monument to the Union of Front and Rear, the Eternal Flame and the building of the museum itself. The exposition is dedicated to the events of the Second World War.
Museum Center "Peace Square"
The largest exhibition space in Siberia, where many vernissages and cultural events take place. The center was established in 1987. In 1991, he completely changed the concept and reoriented himself to the implementation of modern projects and the creation of a creative space for aspiring authors. The result was not long in coming - the figure of 400 thousand visitors a year speaks for itself.
Drama Theater named after A.S. Pushkin
The first wooden building of the theater stage was erected in 1873 with the money of the merchant I.O. Krause.But it suffered a very trivial fate - after 25 years it burned to the ground. The next building was built literally by the whole world, since the funds were donated by representatives of all segments of the population of Krasnoyarsk, even students without money. This building of the early XX century with elements of the classical style has survived to this day.
Opera and Ballet Theatre
The Krasnoyarsk Music Stage is located in a building of Soviet architecture. It is notable for its laconic forms, even some roughness and awkwardness of construction. A wide Theater Square with a magnificent color-musical fountain, consisting of three bowls and a powerful lighting system, which allows organizing real performances to the sounds of classical music, spreads out in front of him.
Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord
Catholic church of the early 20th century, built of red brick with elements of the Gothic style, designed by S.V. Aleksandrovich. Previously, a wooden temple was located in its place. Since 1982, the organ hall of the local philharmonic society has been located inside. Since 1993, Catholic services have been held here, the nearest plans include the transfer of the building to the Catholic community and the search for a new venue for concerts.
Holy Protection Cathedral
A valuable architectural monument of the 18th century, a striking example of the Siberian Baroque style (Yenisei school). The building fascinates with its beauty and elegant external decoration. Although, according to some experts, before the restoration of the 2000s, it looked much more expressive, being painted red, although this did not correspond to the historical appearance of the building. Today, the original appearance of the temple has been completely restored.
"Krasnoyarsk Big Ben"
The clock tower, reminiscent of the famous London Big Ben, for which it received such a nickname. On the four sides of the facades of the building, there are large dials with a diameter of 6.5 meters. Interestingly, construction of the tower began back in the 1970s, but was halted due to funding cuts. The construction was completed only in 2001.
Krasnoyarsk-Passenger
Main train station, housed in a renovated 1960s building. Like all Soviet buildings of this purpose, the building looks pompous and monumental. Near the station is the Railway Station Square with three fountains and a 16-meter stele crowned with the figure of a lion. The architectural composition of the place is successfully complemented by benches and wrought-iron lanterns.
Communal bridge
Automobile and pedestrian bridge across the Yenisei and connecting the Sverdlovsk and Central regions. The structure is 2.3 km long and 23 meters wide. It was launched in 1961. The architectural style can be defined as the late Stalinist Empire style. After the completion of the construction, the bridge became an adornment of the urban landscape, and even now the structure cannot be called outdated - it fits so harmoniously into the landscape.
Vinogradovsky bridge
A bridge across the Yenisei, through which you can get to Tatyshev Island. This pontoon was also erected during the Soviet era - in the 1970s and 1980s. The structure is 550 meters long and 10 meters wide. By the type of construction, it belongs to cable-stayed bridges. The passage is not intended for cars, although its dimensions allow even trucks to pass. The object is included in the UNESCO catalog "Bridgebuilding of the World" along with other bridges in Krasnoyarsk.
Black Sopka
A small mountain (rather a hill), reaching 688 meters in height. It is located close enough to Krasnoyarsk, so it can be clearly seen from many parts of the city. Black Volcano is considered an active volcano, although few believe in possible eruptions. The slopes of the mountain in some places are covered with taiga, and in others they are covered with a solid carpet of stones with sharp corners, similar to broken granite slabs.
Yenisei river
The great Siberian river, one of the deepest and longest in the world. It flows through the territory of Khakassia, Tyva and Krasnoyarsk Territory, flowing into the Kara Sea. Krasnoyarsk lies on both banks of this water giant. Somewhere the river is dressed in well-groomed promenade embankments, in other places it is surrounded by an industrial zone, powerful bridges are thrown across the water column, which create a unique look of the Siberian city.
