Probably few of those who are unfamiliar with the phrase "Kolomna Kremlin" or "Kolomna marshmallow". But not everyone, especially from the children's audience, knows what they mean. You can see this and many more interesting things with your own eyes, having visited the truly amazing city of Kolomna.
The ancient provincial Kolomna is located among 3 rivers: Oka, Moscow and Kolomenka. Here, to this day, the truly Russian flavor, so lovingly described by the classics of literature, has been preserved. Today the city is famous for its many unique museums that clearly illustrate the centuries-old pages of Kolomna life.
The flow of tourists here is increasing every year. The main attention of the organizers of the tourism industry is directed to the topic "Entertainment for children in Kolomna" - children do not have to get bored here.
Kolomna Kremlin
The main attraction of Kolomna - its Kremlin - is a real fortress town, where you can walk for half a day without noticing the time. Schoolchildren, getting here, find themselves alone with a living history captured in the unique architectural monuments of the past. The stone fortress was erected in the first decades of the 16th century instead of the 12th century wooden bastion.
The mighty defensive walls and watchtowers, which have become an impregnable barrier for the enemy, are very impressive. For some time, when the fortress lost its protective role, people began to dismantle the brick walls for personal needs. The far-sighted decree of Nicholas I (1826) on the preservation of historical monuments saved the Kremlin from ruin. It is best to explore the Kolomna Kremlin as part of a guided group tour. It is much more economical, more interesting and informative.
Guests are greeted by cleanly tidy streets, pretty lawns, flower beds, authentic houses, many cathedrals and monuments. If you wish, you can rent a scooter to go around the entire territory of the Kolomna Kremlin, which is one of the city's districts.
In the center of the fortress, on Cathedral Square, there is the oldest monument of Kremlin architecture - the Resurrection Cathedral. It is famous for the fact that in 1366 the wedding of Dmitry Donskoy and Evdokia of Suzdal took place there. A trip to the Kolomna Kremlin will be a bright event in your life.
Active recreation park Action park
In this sports and entertainment complex, not only a child, but also an adult will get great pleasure. The park organizers offer guests a lot of all kinds of entertainment, amazingly interesting rides and games.
Everyone will find here for themselves the opportunity to show their skills, physical endurance, ingenuity and dexterity. Visitors' reviews are filled with words of admiration for the interestingly spent active leisure.
The active recreation park, opened in 2006, has gained immense popularity among locals and tourists. Comfortable atmosphere, excellent service, rich variety of entertainment have made Action park a favorite place of leisure for the townspeople.
Here you can learn shooting skills: master the ability to handle weapons, hit right on target, develop vigilance. Shooting develops discipline, strengthens the shoulder muscles, and promotes correct posture.
The Climbing Hall is in demand, where classes are conducted under the guidance of experienced coaches. You can come here with your own equipment or rent it on the spot. Adults and children are delighted by playing paintball, laser tag, jumping on trampolines. Celebrating birthdays in an extraordinary setting, a friendly atmosphere is an unforgettable event.
Museum-estate "House of the samovar"
You can get into the spirit of Russian tea drinking inherent to the Moscow region merchants, and admire the picturesque succession of samovars by visiting the estate-museum. How can you not recall the famous paintings "Tea Party in Mytishchi" by Perov, "Merchant's Wife at Tea" by Kustodiev and canvases by other painters on a tea theme. It is no coincidence that a samovar museum was opened in Kolomna, near Moscow. The merit of the appearance of an amazing institution in Kolomna belongs to the Burovs, who have been collecting samovars for 25 years.
This tea device was in almost every family, regardless of its income. During this time, the Burovs collected almost 600 copies of old containers. It is known that the distant ancestor of the samovar was the Chinese hot pot. The discoverers of tea brewed a fragrant drink in it. And then, by analogy with it, they began to produce samovars in Russia. In the collection of the Drilling there is a capacious (16 pounds) vessel made in 1740 in the Perm Territory from red copper.
It cannot but evoke admiration for its design and forms. And the copper teapot for it is just an artistic masterpiece. How not to be touched by a tiny Tula samovar "Kid" and glass-holders decorated with rubies. The heart squeezes at the sight of an elegant vessel made of green copper, which once belonged to the Leningrad Kozhin family. The samovar survived the blockade, but out of 6 children of a large family, only two survived the blockade.
As a symbol of mournful memory, this copy by Margarita Burova exposes on May 9 for everyone to see. It is impossible not to notice here a giant of 63 liters. - military marching samovar made in Tula. From the radiance of perfectly polished tea utensils, the museum room plays with golden reflections, creating a joyful mood.
Peace park
The green area in the center of the city was indeed founded in honor of the peace that came after the end of the Second World War, in 1948. Inspired by the peaceful life, Kolomentians planted trees together, laid out flower beds and lawns. Despite financial difficulties, seedlings of various trees and shrubs were brought here from all over the country. A huge fountain (35 m in diameter) was built here, which can be called a water complex. Peace Park has become a favorite resting place for the townspeople.
Sprawling oaks, lindens, maples form magnificent alleys with cozy benches. Many flower beds and palisades adorn the area of 30 hectares. A Ferris wheel with a maximum rise of 26 m is installed here, from where the whole of Kolomna is visible at a glance. For children, the park has organized a lot of rides of different ages for every taste. The greatest demand among kids and schoolchildren is the Karusel Luna Park, which is open from May to October.
The smallest visitors adore "Rocking chairs" - mini-cars that imitate driving. Various types of carousels, picturesquely decorated (Mini-Jet, Horses, etc.), are available for children. The roomy trampoline, which is never empty, attracts the attention of the children. There are also family attractions, for example, water-carting: in the large pool, races on controlled boats are organized.
Parents with children can ride on the traditional autodrome, on the Chih-Pykh mini-train. Extremists prefer the Caterpillar attraction - an analogue of the roller coaster and the Cosmonaut trampoline. None of the guys leave the Peace Park disappointed.
Museum "Kalachnaya"
There is nothing surprising in the fact that it is in Kolomna that a unique museum dedicated to truly Russian pastries - kalach - has been opened. The famous Moscow kalach conquered even Paris, where the product was sent frozen. The Russian spirit of the city is aptly complemented by this wonderful establishment. This is not just an institution with museum exhibits, but a live production workshop.
Before the guests' eyes, the whole process of making branded Kolomna rolls according to the old technology is going on. First, kalachnik bakers mix several types of flour to get a crumbly dough. Then knead the flour on the hop sourdough prepared in advance.
The resulting dough is cut on a cold "ice" table, dexterously formed from it rolls - a product with a long handle and a "lip" in the form of a lock. They are baked in an oven heated with birch wood on coals.
Those who wish can mold their "masterpiece" and then eat it. The visiting program includes eating freshly baked rolls with butter and hot tea. While the tasting is going on, the master reveals the secrets of making a delicious product.
Visitors will learn about the design of the stove, why firewood should be without bark, why they make cuts in the dough, splash water on hot coals. Thanks to such an institution as the Kalachnaya Museum, Kolomna Kalach was revived.
Museum "School of Crafts"
There is an interesting place where various exhibitions are held, holidays are organized, skills are taught. This is the original museum "School of Crafts" - a cultural and ethnographic center, widely demonstrating folk art, from Ancient Russia to the present day.
The museum premises are stylized to resemble Russian antiquity: a canopy, a hut, a lodge of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They display exhibits illustrating the life and everyday life of the inhabitants of the Russian countryside. Almost all of them are genuine, carefully collected by the employees of the School of Crafts.
A number of agricultural implements can be seen in the entryway. The exposition of the "hut" acquaints in detail with the life of the villagers. The obligatory metal washstand is in the corner near the doors. There is also a trough and a rocker.
Further, a shining white Russian stove reigns, furnished with a row of clay pots, jugs, wooden spoons. Chests filled with household belongings, an extensive collection of bast shoes, woven from different materials, old samovars, wicker baskets - what not!
A separate room is decorated according to the theme “Women's handicraft”.
One of the expositions demonstrates old fabrics, lace and embroidered products for various purposes. Another exhibition presents a collection of authentic ritual dolls. There are many interactive programs dedicated to national holidays - Easter, Maslenitsa, Christmas, Christmastide. Children get acquainted with oral folklore, are engaged in arts and crafts. Museum staff conduct lessons-games in the old Russian style.
Museum of Military Glory
Opened in 2010, the establishment is housed in a modern futuristic building. Exhibits dedicated to the military exploits of local residents were borrowed from the Museum of Local Lore and donated by the townspeople. The facade of the semicircular building is faced with red glass, symbolizing the red banner. An alarm bell is suspended in a rectangular arch, and a machine gun is mounted on a pedestal.
In the Hall of Fame on the 1st floor, a multimedia Book of Memory with detailed information about all the Kolomentians participating in military battles is decorated. The walls are hung with portraits of the order-bearers. On the 2nd floor, all military and technical equipment, weapons - everything that helped to defeat the enemy are exhibited. Presented are examples of medieval guns, arquebuses found during excavations. Themed installations are designed to reproduce the harsh environment of factory workshops with machine tools.
There are several copies (dummies) of military vehicles. A unique invention of Kolomna Design Bureau - a mortar shovel is presented. Copies of propaganda posters, military banners, genuine firearms and edged weapons are on display. An interesting diorama located in the center depicts the use of an 82 caliber mortar created by the local KBK during the war.
Museum "Kuznechnaya Sloboda"
For many centuries, blacksmiths were essential craftsmen in Russia, and the smithy was an important object. The production of tools, equestrian equipment and much more depended on the blacksmiths. Now, here and there, former craftsmanship is being revived, workshops for the manufacture of forged products are opening.
In honor of this profession, blacksmith's craft, the museum complex "Kuznechnaya Sloboda" was opened. Despite the short period of its existence, it has accumulated a solid collection of exhibits in the amount of 7 thousand items. All of them illustrate the history of Kolomna blacksmithing from antiquity to the present.
Inspection of the complex takes 1.5-2 hours, turning into a fascinating immersion in the blacksmith's past. The entrance is free, but everyone can leave at least a small donation in a special box. Along with agricultural implements, there are military armor and various weapons.
Household items (cast-iron irons, scales, etc.), which have long lost their use in modern everyday life, are presented. The museum has a souvenir shop with an interesting assortment of products. Children visit Kuznetskaya Sloboda with pleasure.
Favorite Toy Museum
A visit to the private gallery "The World of Favorite Toys" will help children find themselves in the magical world of toy characters. It was created by Irina Kulikova (2014), a soft toy master, collector, to the delight of Kolomna kids. Having found yourself in this bright, cheerful world for the first time, you can hardly believe that such an extensive collection has been assembled by one person.
Irina, as an enthusiast, not only buys toys wherever possible, but is engaged in their restoration, she makes teddy bears herself. There is something to see here for both children and adults. From the kaleidoscopic variety of dolls, funny animal figurines, doll dishes, furniture, strollers, the head is spinning. The rows of glass showcases are filled with the most interesting specimens, from which it is difficult to look away.
An incredible number of dolls from aristocratic "persons" to pupsiks, regiments of tin soldiers, an army of Indians, a whole fleet of vehicles from different eras. Among the exhibits there are items that are already 120-150 years old.
It is impossible to indifferently walk past all kinds of mini-machines: sewing, washing, knitting. There are also many representatives of pedal transport, including bicycles, motorcycles, scooters. Of particular interest are 2 models of railways, made with great skill. Visiting the world of toys fosters a respectful attitude towards them in children.
Eco village
In the vicinity of Kolomna, in Parfentievo, a farm has been created where animals are kept, ecologically clean meat, milk, and cheeses are produced. It was organized on the territory of the former Nikonovskoye breeding plant.
Here in Soviet times, Saanen goats were bred, goat milk and cheese were supplied to Moscow. After perestroika desolation, the farmer Sergei Balaev revived goat breeding, but from Nikonovsky the farm was relocated to Parfentievo.
Today, here you can not only buy fresh dairy products, meat, but also it is interesting to spend your leisure time. Extreme sensations await children when visiting a local crocodile mini-farm. You can pet little kids, chat with goats and watch the milking process.
The opportunity is given to see how the cheese is made. The horses are kept here, the deer lives. However, in the reviews of tourists there is a negative assessment of the care of the deer. Lovers of the Russian bath have the opportunity to steam from the heart with a birch broom.
Kolomna Pastila Museum
The undoubted decoration of the historical center of the city is the Kolomenskaya Pastila, pleasant in every sense. It was opened in 2009 in Kolomenskoye Posad, near the Church of St. Nicholas on Posadi. This is a place where children will find delicious smells and a wonderful treat with the famous dessert - Kolomna marshmallow.
There is no official museum atmosphere here, everyone is surrounded by a cozy home atmosphere with tea drinking. Over a cup of fragrant tea with amazingly tasty marshmallow, young visitors listen to the stories of the appearance of an amazing dessert, learn the secrets of the cooking technology.
The employees of the institution develop thematic programs dedicated to different holidays: Christmas, Maslenitsa, Easter, Trinity, etc.Costume meetings are arranged when Pushkin's heroes are at the tea table in the company.
For example, Liza and Nastya from "Young Lady-Peasant" can take part in a collective tea party. An interesting program "Brilliant Teapots", "illustrating" the geniuses of Russian literature - inveterate teapots. Here you can taste different samples of delicious products: honey, apple, berry marshmallow, apple fig, cranberry rolls, etc.
Tram Museum
If you find yourself on the territory of the Kolomna Kremlin, be sure to visit the city's treasury institution. He was given a place of honor in an authentic wooden mansion of the 19th century, next to the monument to Cyril and Methodius. This is the Tram Museum, based on the birthplace of the first Russian electric tram.
It was in Kolomna in 1891 that the first electric tram car was produced. The tram company continues to operate and produce improved wagons. Models of all types of trams produced not only by the Kolomensky Zavod over the years are exhibited here. 200 samples of cars clearly tell about the history of tramway business practically all over the world.
Old and modern trams in England, Germany, Japan, Russia can be viewed for hours. In 2017 (for the 840th anniversary of the city), the enterprise issued 4 types of commemorative souvenir medals. They depict one of the types of tram and some kind of landmark of the city. Those who wish to buy them from the vending machine installed at the entrance.
Museum-residence “Artkommunalka. Erofeev and others "
All creative people know about Khrushchev's scandalous visit to the exhibition of avant-garde art on December 1, 1962. It was on this date that the opening of the “Art-communal apartment” was timed, organized in a communal apartment where the famous rebel writer Venedikt Erofeev lived. The world of the 60s of the last century opens up here for the children of the 21st century.
From the windows you can see old Kolomna with an archaic trading square, Soviet monuments and a temple - a symbolic triptych that captures history. Within the walls of this communal apartment the thorny path of "Venichka" began in search of creative freedom.
All the exhibits of the unique institution are genuine, inherited by her aunts, the organizer of the museum, Natalya Nikitina. Items of furniture, household appliances, various accessories vividly demonstrate the era of the "Khrushchev thaw".
Some of the artists and writers who create their works live here all the time, so the institution is called an art residence. She fulfills the mission of a creative workshop, writing office and grant laboratory.
The geography of creative personalities is represented by many countries. The most daring art projects are carried out by "residents of the communal apartment", interesting exhibitions, meetings, concerts and lectures are held.
Zoo "Gorki"
In the village of Gorki, a wonderful corner of live communication with "smaller brothers" - wild and domestic animals has been created. For city children, a visit to this place is especially unforgettable - they are in direct contact with the inhabitants of the mini-zoo. They enjoy watching the rabbits, which children can feed, pet, watch them, admire their extraordinary color.
With delight, young visitors get acquainted with exotic individuals of wild nature: llamas, Indian buffaloes, porcupines, raccoons. They get acquainted with the domesticated animals of the countries of the East, of which there are many here. Camels, ponies, Indian buffaloes, Vietnamese pigs are of constant interest to children.
The bird world of "Gorki" is also diverse - peacocks, guinea fowls, cranes, chickens and ducks of various breeds. The zoo has a riding school that accepts children from the age of 12. There are moose, sika deer, for which a section of the forest is fenced off.
Museum "Fragrant Joy"
The “Fragrant Joy” museum-shop welcomes its guests with a train of delicate aromas, graceful beauty of boxes and wrappers. It is located on the street, which in the old days was called Vladimirskaya, on the site of the former Suranov's shop, which sold soap in the 19th century.
The founders of the institution also designed a sign that reads: "Fragrant Joy" Manufactory - they also designed the spelling of the 19th century. It not only demonstrates and sells samples of hygiene products, but also revives old soap-making technologies.
The variety of smells, shapes, colors of the soap fascinates visitors.
Here you can buy a product in a wide variety of shades and fillers. It is easy to choose the exclusive gift boxes, expertly made by the employees of the manufactory. They are made by hand, supplying each with some kind of romantic surprise a la 19th century.
By purchasing such a box, you are immersed in an already distant past. For schoolchildren, sightseeing and theatrical excursions are organized here.
