Top sigths of Russia
The city of Saint Petersburg remains the cultural capital of Russia. Nearly every street in this city is an important historic and architectural place of interest. Travelers are recommended to visit Peterhof, a famous series of palaces and gardens, which is located not far away from the center of the city. Peterhof was built by initiative and under control of Russian tsar Peter the Great. Nowadays, the palace exhibits numerous historic documents, plans and drafts. The Smolny Cathedral is one more famous attraction of the city that is also recommended to visit. The beautiful cathedral is made in best traditions of baroque style. Its height is 94 metres; its halls and the facade are decorated with gilding, and blue walls of the cathedral feature skillfully made fretwork. Inner premises of the Smolny are no less beautiful and amaze visitors with stunning frescoes and carvings. … OpenChapters of the guide to Nalchik
Nalchik sightseeing
Only 82 families lived in the settlement but then the settlement grew. It often changed because soldiers returned to their native lands after the military service. In 1862, the ordinary military settlement became a large industrial village. The population of the fortress and nearby settlements was exempted from the national service obligation. This attracted more people to the settlement. They started to settle … Open
Travel guide to Nalchik
The largest Orthodox temple in Nalchik is Marian Church finished not so long ago, in 2016. It was built in the Byzantium style. The temple occupies almost 800 m2. The main relic in the temple is the miraculous icon of Mary Magdalene that is associated with many incredibly interesting legends. Fans of nature attractions have an opportunity to see the wonderful Chegem Waterfalls located in the immediate … Open