Chuvashia is systematically developing, while preserving traditions. This is clearly seen in the collections of museums, where exhibits of local history and ethnographic trends occupy an important place. There are such collections not only in the capital of the region, Cheboksary, but also in smaller settlements, for example, in Kugesi. There are many Orthodox churches and monasteries in the republic, both built several centuries ago and erected already in our century. There is also a large mosque in the village of Shygyrdan.
The Chavash Varmane National Park and the Prisurskiy Reserve are trying to preserve the natural beauty of Chuvashia. Among the natural monuments, the oak stands out, which is more than 350 years old. As for Cheboksary, it is an interesting city. There are many green areas, there is an embankment, and sculptures and monuments are found everywhere.
The most interesting and beautiful places in Chuvashia
List, photos with names and descriptions of the main attractions of the region!
Holy Trinity Monastery in Alatyr
Founded in 1584. All buildings are stone and dated to the 18th-19th centuries. The complex includes: the Church of the Holy Trinity, the Church of St. Sergius of Radonezh, the Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God and the cave temple of Seraphim of Sarov. The bell tower of the monastery stands apart in every sense. It is a gateway. The height is over 81 m. The largest bell weighs 18 tons. On the second tier is the temple of the Monk Vassian.
Tikhvin monastery in Tsivilsk
Built on the Tsivili embankment in the 17th century. Originally male, became female in 1870. In Soviet times, the monastery was ravaged. After the collapse of the USSR, most of the buildings were restored, with the exception of the production premises and the bell tower. There are many flower beds and plantings, as well as outbuildings on the territory. There is a hotel for pilgrims. The main relic is the Tikhvin icon of the Mother of God.
Memorial complex of the USSR pilot-cosmonaut A. G. Nikolaev
It was opened as a museum - a branch of local lore in the village of Shorshely in 1972. At first he was based in a local school, and in 2001 he received his own purpose-built building. At the moment it has been expanded to a memorial complex. It includes: a chapel built over the grave of Nikolayev, the house-museum of the pilot's family, a park area, the Rocket stele, a bust of Nikolayev and the Museum of Cosmonautics.
Cheboksary Bay
Created artificially in the area where Cheboksarka flows into the Volga. It looks like two dams separated by dams. The bay is crossed by road and pedestrian bridges. Since it is located in the historical center of Cheboksary, it is popular as a place for walking and leisure. In summer you can swim on catamarans, there is a cafe. In the immediate vicinity are located: Red Square, the Mother Monument and the Song Festival Grounds.
National Park "Chavash Varmane"
It was founded in 1993 in the Shemurshinsky region. The area is 252 km². About a thousand species of plants grow here. Bird watchers count 182 bird species. The park is also rich in other fauna. There are historical sites. 8 tourist routes of different thematic focus and length have been laid. If desired, in "Chavash Varman" you can relax on one of the cordons. For example, in "Petrovsky" or "Kirillstan".
Chuvash National Museum
Works in Cheboksary since 1921. Its main task is to preserve the material and spiritual culture of the peoples of Chuvashia, as well as historical monuments of the region. Funds - about 170 thousand storage units. In 4 exposition halls, items are exhibited that make it possible to better learn about the development of the republic. The museum building is a former merchant mansion of the 19th century. A museum and exhibition center is open nearby.
Museum of V.I. Chapaev
Discovered in Cheboksary on the site of the former village where Chapaev was born. The building of the museum was built in 1974 in a public garden with an area of 6 hectares. It resembles an unfurled banner in shape. Inside there is an extensive exposition, against the background of which lectures are read about the main events in the life of the division commander. A mock-up of an armored car is installed nearby. The village house of the Chapaevs was also brought here. A monument to the division commander on horseback appeared here back in 1960.
Ibresin Ethnographic Museum
The year of opening - 1980. This is a whole complex in the open air, offering to get acquainted with the monuments of architecture and history of different periods. Among other things, on an area of 1.2 hectares there are peasant estates of the 19th and 20th centuries. In addition to the ethnographic department, there is an art gallery, a local history exposition, and a bee-keeping department. A folklore festival and a meeting of Santa Clauses are held on the territory of the museum.
Cathedral mosque in the village of Shygyrdan
The opening took place in 2010. Outwardly, it resembles the Khan's Jamig mosque. The interior design refers to the traditions of the East and the ancient Bulgar. There are many interesting details in the decoration: antique chandeliers, one-piece patterned carpet, stylized paintings. A thousand people can pray at the same time on three floors. The building is illuminated at night. The main relic is a bicentennial minbar.
Prisursky reserve
Established in 1995. The area is more than 9 thousand hectares. Divided into 3 clusters. The largest site belongs to the Alatyr region. Mixed forests and pine forests prevail here. An important task of the reserve is to restore the tree fund, which has suffered from logging for many years. The plots in Batyrevsky and Yalchiksky districts are steppe. The archaeological site "Hare town" is located in the protected zone.
Mother Monument
Located on a hill near the Cheboksary Bay. Opened in 2003. The height together with the pedestal is 46 m. The sculptor Nagornov was responsible for the project. The monument represents a female figure with outstretched arms. A wide staircase leads to it, and a four-stage fountain is built around it. There is a backlight, so that even at night the work of monumental art is clearly visible from afar.
Gosudareva Mountain of Mariinsky Posad
Located in the east of the city. The name was obtained after a visit to the area by Catherine II. She was on her way to Kazan and stopped there. Several legends are associated with this visit, for example, about the lost empress a golden spoon. A little later, an oak grove was laid nearby, which was named in honor of the empress. Many healing springs can easily be found at the foot of the mountain. From here, panoramic views of the Volga open up.
Bayderyakovsky spring
Natural and historical complex near the village of the same name in the Yalchik region of the republic. The area is about 15 hectares, of which 12 hectares are in the orchard. The local source has been known for a long time. It was equipped back in 1912. In addition to the tourist value, it also has a purely economic value: the needs of three settlements are provided with water from the spring. For this, in the 90s, a pump was installed and a water supply was connected to it.
Monument to Ostap Bender and Kisa Vorobyaninov
Installed in Cheboksary in 2012. The author of the sculptural composition is Nagorov. Nearby there is a "shop of antiquity", and you can walk from the embankment in a few minutes. The heroes of Ilf and Petrov are depicted in the form familiar to readers next to the chair and the very same set of Madame Petukhova. Tourists have already developed a belief: to get rich quickly, you need to sit on this chair for a while.
Museum "Bichurin and Modernity"
Has been working in the village of Kugesi since 2001. It got its name in honor of the researcher, Mongolian scholar and founder of the Russian school of Sinology. The total number of exhibits is about 5 thousand. It is not possible to exhibit everything, but they try to regularly update the exposition. The halls especially stand out: "Treasures of the Abashevskiye kurgans" and "Scientific feat of Bichurin". Traditional Chinese tea ceremonies are held.
Beer Museum in Cheboksary
Has been welcoming visitors since 1997. The entrance is in a cozy courtyard and looks like a huge barrel.The museum is private, the exhibition area exceeds 2 thousand square meters. It was opened in the city for a reason: most of the Russian hops are grown in Chuvashia. A motley exposition tells about this and other facts. Part of the building is made of glass; there is an observation deck here.
Holy Trinity Monastery
Founded in 1566 on the banks of the Volga. Located in Cheboksary. It was originally created to promote Orthodoxy in the region. It closed after the revolution. Declaring it an architectural monument in the 40s saved many buildings. It has been revived since 1993. Was re-consecrated by Alexy II. The monastery includes: the Cathedral of the Life-Giving Trinity, the Church of the Tolgskaya Mother of God, the gateway church of Fyodor Stratilat.
Intercession-Tatianinsky Cathedral
Founded in Cheboksary in 2001 in the presence of Alexy II. The temple was built in the Byzantine style and has 12 domes. There is a bell tower, the height of which is about 56 m. On the territory of the cathedral, there are also: a baptismal church, a Sunday school, a chapel and administrative premises. The main shrines are valuable icons with particles of the relics of St. Sergius of Radonezh and Seraphim of Sarov.
Boulevard of Merchant Efremov
Pedestrian street in Cheboksary. Passes through the historic city center. The name was received in honor of a merchant of peasant origin, who was known for good deeds and patronage. In the past, this was his home. There are several architectural monuments of regional importance on the boulevard, including the Beer Museum. One of the main attractions is the monument to Ostap Bender and Kisa Vorobyaninov.
Vvedensky Cathedral
It was first mentioned in 1555. However, the current building is a century older. It is the oldest in Cheboksary and the entire republic. In general, the historical appearance has been preserved, despite the restructuring. Small details of the decor have been lost or replaced by an alternative. The old frescoes remained well distinguishable, and the iconostasis was also saved. 4 icons are especially valuable. Among them is the icon of the Savior, donated by Metropolitan Tikhon.
Chuvash State Art Museum
Works in Cheboksary since 1939. It is not only a repository of a rich collection of works of domestic and foreign art, but also a cultural center. Many thematic events, creative meetings, lectures are held on its basis. Funds - 20 thousand storage units. Since 1985 it has been occupying a three-story building. It was built for the "Big Volga" exhibition, and after its completion it was transferred to the museum.
Scientific and technical museum of the history of the tractor
It has been hosting guests since 2011. Located in Cheboksary, not far from the entrance of the local aggregate plant. The basis of the collection is machines for industrial and agricultural purposes. The funds number 5 thousand exhibits, of which more than 50 are tractors of various types. The museum keeps up with progress: 3D presentations and interactive programs appear. On the basis of the museum, competitions are held, for example, "Kulibin of the XXI century".
Moscow embankment
A popular tourist place in Cheboksary. The length is about 5 km along the banks of the Volga. In the immediate vicinity there are historical and architectural monuments, as well as remarkable places. Among them are the "Underground City" and the square named after K. Ivanov. For lovers of active recreation, sports grounds have been built. It is possible to dine outdoors in fine weather or take a walk.
Memorial Park "Victory"
It is located on a hill above the river station in Cheboksary. Occupies an area of 30 hectares. The history of the park dates back to 1980, when the Monument of Military Glory was opened here. The composition consists of two figures: a mother with a banner in her hands and a young soldier kneeling. Other monuments were gradually added: to those killed in Chechnya, liquidators-Chernobyl victims, Afghan veterans. There is a Museum of Military Equipment on the territory of the park.
Cathedral Square of Novocheboksarsk
The main attraction of the city, founded on the site of 13 villages. The architectural complex bears the name of the Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Prince Vladimir. On the cathedral square are located: a bronze sculpture of Prince Vladimir, the height of which is 5 m with a granite pedestal, the main gate, a cathedral church, a chapel over a spring, an icon shop, a hotel and a fountain. Objects appeared gradually, starting in 1989.
The elder of the Chuvash oak forests
It grows near the village of Ilyinka. Planted around 1651. It is considered the oldest oak tree in Chuvashia. Recognized as a natural monument of regional importance in 1981. Protected by the state until 2013, after which it was no longer included in the list. The maximum height is 26 m.It was damaged by a lightning strike, which is why it became 6 m lower.The diameter of the trunk is 182 cm, the girth is 570 cm.
Museum "Wonderful Embroidery - Paha Tere"
Opened in Kughesi and is one of a kind. They try to preserve the history of Chuvash embroidery, a special ornament known in the republic for a long time. The collection has been collected since the 20s of the last century. It includes both old samples and new ones - real works of art. You can attend master classes. The museum has a creative laboratory and a souvenir shop.
Ethnocultural Park "Suvar"
Founded in the vicinity of Cheboksary in 1993. Located on the territory of the sanatorium. It is a collection of wooden sculptures. Every year, the collection of the unusual park is replenished: here masters from different cities gather and carve mythological creatures. 7 hectares are divided into three zones: statues of gods are exhibited on the Golden Hill, people on the Silver Hill, and spirits on Mednaya Hill. At the moment there are more than 150 sculptures.
Mokrinsky railway bridge
Located near the village of the same name. Built across the Utka River around 1918. Height - more than 20 m. Length - about 360 m with a width of 4 m. The concrete arched viaduct was closed in 1986, the railway track was dismantled. Included in the list of monuments of history and culture. Used by extremals for rope jumping. Under the bridge there is a holy spring with a font and a chapel.
Cape "Bird Flight"
It is considered the highest point on the Volga coast on the territory of the republic - about 190 m above the river level. The natural observation deck allows you to see the bay of the Ilet River, the mouth of the Anish, the Volga and even the Mari El forest. A tourist base is also organized here. Tourists are offered to stay in spacious yurts. On the territory there is a playground, places for cooking, tents for gatherings.
