The Rostov Kremlin is a state museum-reserve located on the territory of the city of Rostov, Yaroslavl region. Built in the 80s of the 17th century, there are 11 towers on its territory. Every year it attracts tens of thousands of tourists from all over the country. In 1995, it was included in the list of cultural heritage sites in Russia.
If the city of Rostov is the pearl of the "Golden Ring of Russia" route, then the Rostov Kremlin is the diamond of the city of Rostov.
What to look at?
The hallmark of the Rostov Kremlin are:
- Assumption Cathedral;
- Belfry;
- Church of Hodegetria;
- Church of the Savior Not Made by Hands.
The Assumption Cathedral is the main attraction of the Rostov Kremlin and an architectural monument of our country. The appearance of the temple resembles the cathedral of the same name in Moscow. Brick and white stone are the main materials from which the Rostov Kremlin is made. The first impression that tourists get when visiting the cathedral is delight.
The belfry perfectly complements the ensemble of the Rostov Kremlin. Includes 8 named bells and 4 unnamed bells. The main bell of the belfry is called "Sysoy" and weighs about 32 tons.
The Churches of Hodegetria and the Savior Not Made by Hands are unique creations of Russian culture and reflect the entire crust of the Orthodox religion. In such cases, they say that it is better to see once than hear a hundred times.
There are many other interesting places in the complex that are definitely worth seeing (Red Chamber, Chapel, Holy Gates, etc.).
The layout of the main facilities of the complex is very convenient for walking tours. This is due to the compactness of the location of all attractions.
How to get there?
Detailed contact information about the museum-reserve and its address can be found on the official website www.rostmuseum.ru or by phone (48536) 6-17-17. You can check the schedule of exhibitions and book excursions with an experienced guide who will reveal all the secrets of the Kremlin.
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You can get to the Rostov Kremlin by private transport, by bus and train (to Rostov) or by plane to the regional center (Yaroslavl), and from there by taxi or bus.
Museum opening hours and hours: from 10-00 to 17-00 daily (seven days a week). On Fridays and Saturdays, the schedule of visits to the museum lounge and the surrounding area has been extended until 8 pm.
If you like to learn something new, are fond of the history of our country, then a trip to the Rostov Kremlin should certainly be in your travel schedule.
