In every city there are places that are often visited by its inhabitants. And do not just come here because there is nowhere else to go. They come specially, because they love to rest here.
This is a recreation park, which we want to talk about. According to the rating, he entered the group “The best recreation parks of Russia”. Why does it attract visitors so much? Open the secret.
Most visited
In the largest - Industrial - area parkThe name of Yuri Gagarin (Samara) spreads out on the territory of 34 hectares. It was opened long ago - in 1976. This place today, which he occupies, is considered the geographical center of the city. And before that there was the most ordinary, unremarkable suburb. And here, few of the townspeople looked.
Sad story
Sometime in this forest (1930-1940s)hut houses houses of workers of the NKVD. Not far from them were buried citizens, but not those who died by their death. The shot. They did not kill here, in other places. And then, secretly, at night they were brought here and dumped into common graves. According to official data, over the years they have accumulated as many as several thousand people.
Very long the whereabouts of these secretburials could not find. There are a lot of trees in the park. Oaks, in fact, were planted in order to hide these terrible places. And therefore, over every hole, when 20-30 people were thrown in there, a young oak tree was planted. The Chekists thought that such strong, powerful trees would never destroy. And the remains of the unfortunate, killed innocent people will not find. But found. Found nine graves. In them - about 3,600 people.
Now in place of one such fossa is an obelisk of marble. And the inscription, which says that victims of repression are buried here. “Let us bow to the memory of the innocent victims,” call for words.
And many have heard about it. Veterans from other cities, for example, even specially come to the address: Samara, Gagarin Park - to pay tribute to these people.
Но хватит о грустном. Сегодня - иная жизнь.Of course, Samarans know and always remember about this historical place. They come here, to the park named after Yuri Gagarin (Samara is not accidentally famous for them), also in order to look at samples of military equipment of the Great Patriotic War. They are put on the field for a special review.
And the lake with swans
According to the project of this zone, everything is created for the comfortable rest of people. Powerful oaks, fluffy spruce, curly maples - this is what is remarkable about the park named after Yuri Gagarin (Samara).
Also from the day of its foundation, squirrels live in this recreation area. They can be fed from the hands, which gives great pleasure to both adults and kids.
The stadium is small, the stands are also not very much. But workout is where. And in the winter to drive on skates.
In the summer at your service - an excellent sports ground.It is very spacious. So there is enough space for everyone. Also in the summer months there are various competitions. For example, by karting. And in the same place are free yoga classes. For both men and women.
A man-made reservoir has been created in the center of this recreation area. With the same artificial island.
Note that the park named after Yuri Gagarin (Samara)has every reason to boast of its complex health, as well as sporting events. Those and others are very diverse and beneficial to health. And when there are bike paths, and even with the rental of sports equipment, then the number of people who want to spend their leisure time here will increase a lot.
Many summer cafes and all kinds of amusements has a park Gagarin (Samara). And even a lake with swans, around which people are constantly crowding. And the kids strive to feed these beautiful birds.
"Three Bears"
This is not the name of a popular fairy tale.Such a sonorous name chose one cafe, which "settled" here 19 years ago. Employees have a lot of experience, which allows them to maintain their leadership in the market. And continue to improve the quality of their services. Not only is this culinary establishment the largest in the park, its menu includes dishes of Eastern and Caucasian cuisine. Cooks will amaze any gourmet with their skills.
But that's not all. When the cafe has billiards, table tennis, air hockey. Plus a dance floor. Every evening pleasant music sounds. There are dancers.
But the main highlight, of course, is the rides.From extreme to family. For example, "Soft Room" - a three-story complex for children. There are many interesting things there - a dry pool with balls, lots of slides, ladders, trampolines, labyrinths and games.
And the "chip" - free Wi-Fi. And the only one for the whole park!
Now you understand why so many visitors like to come here on weekdays and weekends?
Ferris wheel
And now about the fact that Gagarin Park in Samara is losing a bit. Attractions always require new, more refined. And it is desirable to provide it.
The fact is that five years ago, in 2010, they began to build a real miracle in the park: a ferris wheel 80 meters high. It was planned that it will be the highest in all of Russia.
Two years have passed. The wheel is not launched. Moreover, generally dismantled. They took everything under the root! And therefore today the old ferris wheel is still spinning and spinning, raising the rest to a height of 25 meters.
But there are in the park and for lovers of thrill roller coaster and all kinds of turntables upside down. It's scary to even look at them, not to sit down and ride!
Let's sail quietly on a boat
You can rent a boat or catamaran toride along the man-made canal in the summer, this also distinguishes the park named after Yuri Gagarin (Samara). Attractions, entertainment, and there are: you can ride a horse and ride in front of everyone. Or perch on a pony. But it is more suitable for kids.
There are also playgrounds with all the wonders and wonders, karting.
Would you like to race around the clean alleys?Please go to the rental. All the necessary set, including a helmet, elbow pads and knee pads, you will be given. Love the bike? Also there is for those who wish.
Back in Soviet times in the forest recreation areathere was a real An-10. This plane was converted into a children's cinema "Antoshka". The kids ran there for the sake of cartoons. But when in the early 90s there was a fire, it was dismantled and no longer resumed. And it would be necessary. Have a rest such request.
Also until 1997, the city zoo was located on this territory. He was removed later in another place.
Come families
Beautiful alleys, plenty of entertainmentevents and attractions, sports equipment rental, several beautiful houses, where you can eat or take tasty treats with you, the scene where concerts and other cultural programs take place every week - all this is pleasant to citizens. They are happy to go to Gagarin Park (Samara) with whole companies or families.
Its territory is always neat and tidy.And each and every one of the various facilities, the same outlets and small cafes, have their own particular style. It harmoniously fits into the overall natural landscape.
The most beautiful
И еще об одном.It has become a tradition to hold here every summer a holiday of beauty and harmony - “Miss Parks of Samara”. The best participants who will compete for the main prize must go to the final. So this June, 12 finalists faced the task of winning in each of the four contests. The first is to show some creative number. The second - the answers to the questions of the jury. The third is to brightly show yourself in miniature with the presenters. Last, fourth - defile.
