Only fifty kilometers separates one of the world's busiest metropolises from an incredibly quiet, tiny town whose appearance has not changed significantly for at least the last two centuries. This is Zvenigorod, a city that was founded around the same time as nearby Moscow

Despite the fact that Zvenigorod and Moscow are almost the same age, the first mention of it in official sources is dated only to the 13th century, when the Moscow prince Ivan Kalita bequeathed the city to his youngest son Dmitry. But nevertheless it is known that even a century before, Yuri Dolgoruky founded here a small settlement known for its defensive structures
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A bit of history

Under Prince Dmitry Donskoy there was based city fortification - the Kremlin, which later became the historic center of Zvenigorod and was named "Gorodok" . But Dmitri's son, Yuri Zvenigorodsky, was the most supportive of the city's development, he not only strengthened and expanded Gorodok, but also ordered the building of the Assumption Cathedral on its territory - One of the best examples of early Moscow architecture, which also survived until our days almost in its original form . The interior decoration of this cathedral is especially valuable because it is decorated with old frescoes of the 15th century, authorship of which belongs, according to one version, to the famous Russian icon painter Andrey Rublev .

It's hard to imagine, but services in this temple were conducted even when many modern states were not on the political map of the world.

Zvenigorod was experiencing a time of ups and downs, he courageously repulsed the attacks of the Tatar-Mongol yoke, staunchly endured the oppressive days of the great C Uta, but, nevertheless, he has not lost his wealth, but only in every way it multiplies. At one time the city prospered due to its successful location at the intersection of important trade routes. But already in the 18th century, with the reorientation of trade, the Zvenigorod economic life subsided.

Map of Zvenigorod

But at the beginning of the century before last the city became on the way of development as a notable resort center. Here from all over the Moscow region representatives of noble and rich families gathered to be surrounded by magnificent nature and in the conditions of the most favorable climate to spend the summer and improve their health. It was then that wealthy merchants began to build their luxurious estates here, as well as a picturesque city embankment, which is an excellent place for an evening promenade.

Of course, Zvenigorod does not stand still, there have long been modern residential areas, but they are away from the historical center, which takes us to the unique atmosphere of the 19th century, where there is not even a hint of haste or fuss.

Excursion around Zvenigorod

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Storozhevsky monastery in the late 14th century near the town was founded Savvino Storozhevsky monastery, grand and restrained beauty that still does not leave indifferent any guest Zvenigorod . nearly three centuries on its territory was built the royal palace, where members of the royal family regularly came, and gradually the monastery became one of the main places where Russian tsars turned to God . That is why the monastery Ryu has always paid great attention to, and provide generous donations, contributing to its development and prosperity .

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The architectural ensemble of the monastery Savvino Storozhevsky different grace and harmony of forms, imbued with the spirit of antiquity and incredible energy, inherent "Namolennym" places . Moreover, the monastery is surrounded by a delightful in its beauty nature, its walls, towers and domes snow-white spots stand out against the backdrop of greenery of age-old forests and overgrown with fragrant grasses s meadows . It all has to unhurried walks and pleasant contemplation of the natural and architectural beauties . It is a great place for reflection and rest, as they say, showers and body .

By the middle of the 17th century monastery complex consisted of whole five churches - the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin was built in the XV century, the church of the Savior, dating back to the 16th century, as well as the church of the Transfiguration, St. Sergius of Radonezh, which is located in the bell tower of the monastery and the Trinity Gate church, built in the 17th century . Undoubtedly, the main counting etsya Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God, because that is where the relics of the founder of the monastery . It is also next to the monastery is the monastery and the church of St. Sava, which are located on the site of the cave where once sought solitude from the madding crowd abbot Savva monastery Storozhevsky .

For fans of archaeological expeditions, ancient burial mounds and ruins of ancient settlements, which were founded at the dawn of our era, will be of great interest. All these monuments are located in close proximity to the Savvinsky monastery. Photo of Zvenigorod (36)