Sightseeing in Volgograd - what to see. Complete travel guide
Volgograd is one of the most important historical centers of the country, because it was here that one of the most important turning points of the Great Patriotic War - the Battle of Stalingrad took place. Today, thousands of tourists visit the city to stroll through historical places and appreciate the grand monuments dedicated to the victims of the war.
1. For tourists who expect to visit Volgograd in the summer, it is best to refuse trips in the first half of June. Traditionally during this period there is a peak of activity of mosquitoes … 
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Pleasant cafes and restaurants for rest are in every area of the city. You can find them on busy shopping streets, in parks and near popular sightseeing objects. Among the elite … Open
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Volgograd will be liked not only by lovers of walks in historical places, but also fans of active leisure. The city on the Volga has long been chosen by fans of fishing and beach recreation as there are wonderful places for recreation on the river bank. The modern city is not deprived of entertaining establishments, new shopping centers and entertainment centers open here literally every year. After the devastating war, by the efforts of locals, the heroic city was restored in the shortest possible time. Today it is known as a large industrial, commercial and, of course, a tourist center, which never stops improving for a minute.
Volgograd has a lot of amazing features that distinguish it from other modern cities. It is an ancient city with a centuries-old history, which in the middle of the 20th century was … Open
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Near it, there is the Panoramic Museum “The Battle of Stalingrad”. This themed museum was opened in 1985. Some of its exhibits, including samples of military equipment, are stored in the open air. Near the museum, there is Gerhart's Mill built in the early 20th century. During the Battle of Stalingrad, the building was damaged significantly. After the War, it was decided not to restore it. Now, it is hard to imagine that people lived in this half-destroyed house after the war.
Monuments of the Battle of Stalingrad make up the bulk of most excursion programs. A landmark of world importance is Mamayev Kurgan - an incredibly beautiful and large-scale memorial, which … Open
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Admirers of painting should certainly visit the Art Museum named after I. Mashkov. It was opened in 1963 and now is an only working art gallery in the city. It houses collections of unique pieces of art of the 19th-20th centuries. Many exhibits were transferred to this museum from the Hermitage and Tretyakov Gallery.
Volgograd has long attracted fans of fishing, environmental and sports tourism, and with the development of entertainment infrastructure the city has become popular among ordinary travelers … Open
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Motherland Calls Sculpture
From the series “The Most Grandiose Statues and Monuments”
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Distance from Volgograd center - 3.4 km.
At the time of the opening, the statue, whose height is 87 meters, was the highest in the world. The main building materials were metal and concrete. About 2 400 tons of metal structures, as well as 5 500 tonnes of concrete were used to create the statue. One of the most difficult elements of the sculpture is the sword that is 33 meters long. It was originally made of the stainless steel sheathed with titanium sheets. This arrangement did not last long. The sword was strongly swayed in the wind and could cause a destruction of the monument. In 1972, it was replaced by the sword of the fluorinated steel, which decorates with a sculpture for more than forty years. …
Read further Distance from Volgograd center - 3.4 km.
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When asked about the primary aim of traveling, different nationals stated different goals. For example, Australians are craving sightseeing, Americans want to visit their loved ones and improve their mood, and British tourists need more sunshine in their lives. When traveling for work, the survey respondents named comfortable beds and room service to be one of the most important factors.
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When asked about the primary aim of traveling, different nationals stated different goals. For example, Australians are craving sightseeing, Americans want to visit their loved ones and improve their mood, and British tourists need more sunshine in their lives. When traveling for work, the survey respondents named comfortable beds and room service to be one of the most important factors.
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01.03.2021
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