Photogallery of Tver, Russia

In Tver, there is the preserved Travel Palace. It was built in the 18th century and is one of the spectacular architectural monuments in classic style. In the 19th century, the palace was rebuilt and gained some unique baroque features. Now, the palace is located in the center of the historical district of Tver. The art gallery was opened here in the 30s of the last century. Its visitors can see here the works of famous Russian artists of the 19th-20th centuries. Contemporary art exhibitions are also often organized in the gallery. In one of the central city streets, there is the House Voroshylov Shooters, the spectacular monument of the first half of the 20th century. The building was built in 1935. Over the years of its existence, it has repeatedly changed its status. At one time, the military headquarters and then the hospital were opened here. After the Great Patriotic War, the building served as the Military Institute. Today, one part of the historic building is occupied by the guesthouse and the other part - by the dormitory of the local military academy. The famous religious monument here is the Cathedral of the Assumption and Nativity Church. The exact date of the founding of the convent is unknown. According to some data, it was founded in the 14th century. During the Time of Troubles, the monastery was looted and fell. Almost all of its original constructions were destroyed. At the beginning of the 19th century, all the monastery constructions were built … Read further