Photogallery of Tula, Russia

The most famous historical symbol of the city is the Tula Kremlin. It was built in the 16th century and is a vivid example of Russian architecture. For many years, it has been an important defensive object protected the state border from nomadic tribes’ forays. The Tula Kremlin is one of the most impregnable fortresses in Russian history. Many famous conquerors failed under its walls. The historical complex has been preserved to this day in an excellent form. On its territory, you can see here the constructions of different types. In the Kremlin, there are the most significant religious monuments of the city, the Cathedral of the Assumption and Epiphany Cathedral. At one time, they were built at the expense of rich local merchants. The temples are distinguished by an incredibly beautiful design. In the Soviet period, these churches were not destroyed. At that time, the Arms Museum was opened in Epiphany Cathedral. It still works now but the temple hasn’t managed to gain its religious status back. One of the most popular culture centers in Tula is the Museum called Tula Gingerbread. It is dedicated to the most famous and most popular national sweet. The museum tells its visitors about the history of the famous Tula gingerbread. Its exhibits include old molds and confectionery tools used by local masters hundreds of years ago. The museum stores several special gingerbreads that were cooked for important historical events. The main attribute of the … Read further