Orenburg is a city located in the south of the Urals.A beautiful land, sung by Pavel Bazhov and DN Mamin-Sibiryak. Among the many diverse Urals cities, Orenburg wants to be highlighted. After visiting it, you can take a walk from one part of the world to another. In addition, attracts the attention of tourists from all over the world Gostiny Dvor. Orenburg is a city with a rich history and a lot of sights.
Historical reference
The city began to build in 1734.Originally it was thought of as a fortress by the river Ory, it gave its name to the city. A few years later he was transferred to a new place, and then did it again. The people of Orenburg say that he is "thrice conceived, once-born." Not every city in Russia can boast of this. The final construction began in 1743, and it is considered the year of foundation. At the end of the XVIII century was besieged by the troops of Emelian Pugachev.
At first the city was a fortress protecting fromraids other settlements, but soon became also a trade center between Russia and Central Asia. And at the beginning of the 20th century, however, only a few years, was the capital of the Kyrgyz ASSR.
Sights of Orenburg
Famous downy shawls and the story "Captain'sdaughter "of A.S. Pushkin glorified the city to the whole world, but there are many interesting places that competently compete with the historical places of the central cities of Russia.
First, the Elizabethan Gate. They were presented to the city by the Empress herself as a token of gratitude for the suppression of the Bashkir revolt.
Secondly, the water tower. From 1904 to 1946 provided the city with drinking water. Unusual color performance, elegant design of windows for a long time will detain your attention.
Thirdly, the Caravanserai. It is a unique architectural monument, reflecting the features of the region. A minaret, a mosque, outbuildings, a beautiful garden are included in the complex Caravanserai.
Further, the complex "National Village", whichwas opened in 2007. This unique building, which has no analogues in Russia, includes 10 households, made in a special style, corresponding to a certain nationality, living in the city. A cafe with a national cuisine is built around each yard.
And finally, Gostiny Dvor (Orenburg).The trade monument is in the center of the city, now it is one of the largest shopping complexes. Its construction began simultaneously with the city. The courtyard was a fortress surrounded by a stone wall. Inside it there were more than 100 shops and barns. Trade was conducted at any time of the year, but the busiest was in the summer. A large number of various goods croaked robbers from all nearby places. No locks, locks, security did not save the situation.
In the 20th century, the Russian bank issued a coin worth 3 rubles, on which you can read "Gostiny Dvor, Orenburg".
More than 200 meters in length and almost as much in width - this is the size of the most famous shopping place in the city and in ancient times, and now.
Offers to visit various events Gostiny Dvor (Orenburg): an exhibition of animals or achievements of agricultural production. Various music festivals take place in the courtyard.
Undoubtedly, the great interest of both adults and childrenwill cause a zoo in the Gostiny Dvor. Orenburg is famous not only for monuments of culture and art. The most important landmark of the city is people who live and live here at different times.
People who made the city famous
The famous Russian poet and writer AlexanderSergeevich Pushkin came to the city to collect information about the Emelian Pugachev revolt. As a result, he wrote "The Captain's Daughter" and "The History of the Pugachev Riot."
During the Great Patriotic War, Mstislav Rostropovich lived with his parents in the city, where he studied at the music school.
At various times, such outstanding personalities lived and worked in Orenburg as the poet Taras Shevchenko, fabulist Ivan Krylov, cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, actors Pelageya Strepetova and Mikhail Tarkhanov.
Orenburg: from Europe to Asia
Одним из самых знаменитых мест города, которые it is necessary to visit, is a pedestrian bridge across the Ural River. On one side of the bridge there is a stele with the sign "Europe", on the other - "Asia". True, it is now customary to draw a border between Europe and Asia elsewhere, but this circumstance does not confuse travelers who choose to visit this amazing city.
Reviews of tourists
The real pearl of the city center is calledtourists Gostiny Dvor. Orenburg will offer you a lot of places that are worthy of attention. But Gostiny Dvor is not only a large number of small shops, here you can have a tasty and inexpensive snack, buy souvenirs, besides, there are very often various promotions.
A stay in this ancient city will bring youa lot of positive emotions. Residents are always friendly and willingly tell you how to get to this or that place. Orenburg sights, clean river air, smiles on the faces of passersby ... Having been here once, you will certainly decide to return again.
