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Velikiy Novgorod
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Великий Новгород
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Among main historical symbols of Veliky Novgorod, the magnificent old fortress called the Detinets (or Citadel) is worth being mentioned. The exact date of its constructions is unknown. The first written references to it date back to the beginning of the 11th century. The complex was extensively reconstructed in the 15th century when Veliky Novgorod became a part of the Grand Duchy of Moscow. Today, the visitors of the historical attraction can see beautiful old towers, the preserved fragments of the medieval stone wall, and ancient temples. The most visited religious monument of the city is the Cathedral of St. Sophia. It was built at the beginning of the 11th century too. Today, it is one of the oldest churches in Russia. The religious construction is distinguished by unique architecture. Its bell tower has remained unchangeable since the 15th century. The indoor museum called “Vitoslavlitsy” is very popular with tourists and children. It presents interesting samples of “wooden” architecture transferred here only from the Novgorod Region. Some wooden constructions you can see today in the territory of the museum were built in the 12th century. The museum was opened in 1964. Today, interesting themed holidays and folk festivals are regularly held here. Granovitaya Palata is a unique architectural monument of the 15th century. According to the chronicles, its construction involved German architects, so the brick building has quite an unusual … Read further

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Velikiy Novgorod sightseeing

Novgorod is not only an ancient Russian city, but also the cradle of Russian democracy, a medieval trade and craft center, a major partner of the Hanseatic League of the 12th-17th centuries, and a connecting link between Rus and Europe. The word “Novgorodians” was first recorded in the chronicle in 859. Unfortunately, the date of the formation of Novgorod, as well as the location of the Old Town, is still not … Open

Travel guide to Velikiy Novgorod

The indoor museum called “Vitoslavlitsy” is very popular with tourists and children. It presents interesting samples of “wooden” architecture transferred here only from the Novgorod Region. Some wooden constructions you can see today in the territory of the museum were built in the 12th century. The museum was opened in 1964. Today, interesting themed holidays and folk festivals are regularly held here. … Open

Top sigths of Russia

Russia is a wonderful place to try different types of tourism. In this country you find wonderful beach resorts, ancient cities with rich historic heritage and magnificent nature parks. … Open

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