Arkhangelsk is one of the largest port cities in the North of Russia. It is located at the mouth and on the banks of the Northern Dvina. The city was founded at the end of the 16th century. It is considered the birthplace of northern culture, history and traditions. Despite the provincial nature, there are many interesting places in Arkhangelsk.
Throughout its history, Arkhangelsk has been repeatedly exposed to fires. The city acquired its present appearance only in the middle of the 20th century. Despite the almost thorough reconstruction, the city managed to preserve most of its streets and cultural sites almost intact. The most famous sights of Arkhangelsk are the Museum of Wooden Architecture "Malye Korely", the architectural complex "Gostiny Dvory" and the ruins of the Novodvinsk Fortress. These places will be excellent options for cultural leisure in Arkhangelsk. The Malye Korely Museum is located in the open air. Its exposition tells about the life of the Russian northern villages. On an area of 140 hectares, there are more than a hundred household, religious and residential buildings of the past. Here you can find chopped temples, barns, baths and even windmills. Novodvinskaya fortress is located on the island of Linsky Priluk, which is in the Northern Dvina delta. It was built under the personal supervision of Peter I. It was considered one of the best Russian fortresses. The fortress was built to repel the attack of the Swedes in the Northern War. Now only the walls and gates are left of it. Despite this, the ruins of the fortress attract many tourists who wished to touch the "past centuries". The historical and architectural ensemble "Gostiny Dvory" is a unique monument of Russian stone architecture of the 17th century. It is one of the few such complexes in Russia that have survived to this day. This is one of the symbols of Arkhangelsk. In the very heart of Arkhangelsk there is the so-called Chubrarovka - a pedestrian street-museum. Old wooden buildings were brought here, among which, Marfin Dom and the former house of the Commercial Assembly. Undoubtedly, Cape Pur-Navolok is worth a visit - this is the place from where Arkhangelsk began its history. There is a monument in the shape of a sea wave. In addition, the city has many churches, there is also a mosque and even a Lutheran church. Fans of active recreation should visit the amusement park "Amusement Dvor" in Arkhangelsk. There are more than two dozen different attractions here. There are many catering establishments in the city, where every guest will be glad. Trescoed is very popular - it is a real Pomor restaurant. Here you can taste Russian cuisine according to ancient recipes, including sbiten, meat okroshka, fish soup made of three types of fish.
