The most beautiful and interesting places in the city of Tolyatti

The history of the largest city in Russia, which is not, at the same time, the capital of a federal entity, is amazing. It all started with the fact that in 1737, an ally of Peter the Great, Tatishchev, founded a fortress settlement on the banks of the Volga to protect the borders of the empire from raids by nomadic tribes and gave it the name Stavropol. The polis grew and even became a city by the middle of the 19th century. the center of the county. This was followed by a period of stagnation, ending with the loss of city status. Everything changed 60 years ago. In connection with the construction of the Zhigulevskaya hydroelectric power station and the formation of the Kuibyshev reservoir, most of the policy was moved from the flood zone to its current location. Then, significant events for the city followed with kaleidoscopic speed. It was renamed Tolyatti, and two years later the construction of VAZ and large chemical industry enterprises began here. In just six years, the population of the former Volga Stavropol doubled, and the city itself became the automobile capital of Russia. Today it opens the second ten largest industrial centers in the country. Any traveler will be interested in visiting here. The sights of Togliatti, photos and descriptions of which you will find below, are colorful and original.

About Tolyatti

Tolyatti is a city located on the left bank of the Volga River, opposite the Zhiguli Mountains. It is part of the Samara region and is the central city of the Stavropol region. The area of ​​the settlement is slightly less than 315 square meters, the number of residents almost reaches 708 thousand people.

Tolyatti is located in the MSC+1 time zone

The history of the city dates back to 1737, when the forwarder Vasily Tatishchev formed a defensive fortress, called Stavropol-on-Volga. The defensive structure was designed to protect Russia from nomadic raids. The first inhabitants here were Kalmyks. Two years after its formation, the name of the fortress was shortened to “Stavropol”. Until the twentieth century, the history of the city did not have any significant events; about six thousand people lived here, several factories operated, but Stavropol did not receive serious development, which is why in 1946 it was deprived of the status of a city, becoming a rural settlement.

Tatishchev proposed to name the city Epiphania, which in Greek means “enlightenment,” but based on the fact that baptized Kalmyks were supposed to settle in the city, the city was named “Stavropol,” which translated from Greek means “city of the cross.”

In the mid-twentieth century, construction of a hydroelectric power station began on the Volga River, which affected the water level in the river - it increased greatly, completely flooding Stavropol. It was moved ten kilometers further than its original location - this is how the second period of the settlement’s life began. Stavropol grew quickly, became a city again, and factories were built here. In 1964, the city received a new name - Togliatti - in honor of the Italian politician Palmiro Togliatti. The third period of the city’s development began in 1966, when the construction of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant began. Along with the construction of the VAZ, the city grew, new districts and cultural sites were built, and at this time the number of residents doubled.

Today the Volzhsky Automobile Plant is the main industrial enterprise of the city; every seventh resident of the city works at this enterprise. Tolyatti has turned into a large and modern settlement, possessing all the necessary infrastructure for the comfortable living of its residents.

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Beautiful places in Togliatti that are worth visiting

There is something to visit in Tolyatti for people who are partial to art and who appreciate the history of the country. Among the main cultural attractions are museums and theaters that are worth visiting.

Tolyatti embankment

What every Volga city is famous for is its embankment. In Togliatti it unites Avtozavodsky and Komsomolsky districts. Near the embankment there is a river station, excursion tours along the Volga are organized.

Address: Sportivnaya street.

Buses 13, 28, 36 and minibuses 118, 214 go to the Naberezhnaya stop.

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Fedorovskie meadows

Where can you go if not to Fedorovsky Meadows to enjoy the beauty of pristine nature? The country's famous Grushinsky Festival is held here every year. Famous places especially attract citizens and tourists in the summer.

Address: Fedorovka village.

Buses 40, 42D and minibuses 134, 142 run through the “School No. 12” stop.

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Annunciation Skete

The main attraction of the village of Fedorovka is the church complex of the Annunciation Skete. Built by order of the landowner Bakhmetov in the hope of healing his wife Varvara, the temple was consecrated in honor of the Holy Great Martyr Varvara. For a long time it was called by local residents the Varvarinsky Church. Nowadays, the Annunciation Church stands out with triangular pediments, protrusions reminiscent of kokoshniks, and golden domes.

Address: Fedorovka village, Kooperativnaya street, 27A.

Bus 40, 42 goes to the nearest stop.

Opening hours: daily 7:30 – 18:00.

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Where to go in Tolyatti for tourists with children

Children's holidays in Tolyatti can be exciting and varied. Young travelers should visit:

1. Puppet theater "Pilgrim". The theater has been delighting children with its performances since 1973. During this period, more than a hundred different performances were staged on its stage. The productions are based on Russian folk tales, myths and works of various peoples of the world. Information:
   address: pl. Svobody, house 2;
2. opening hours: performances start at 10.00, 11.00 and 15.00;
3. ticket price: from 140 rubles.

   
   The Pilgrim Puppet Theater is the first professional theater in the city of Tolyatti

4. Museum of Entertaining Sciences "Einstein". By visiting the museum, a child will be able to learn more about the physical and chemical properties of objects, as well as lift the veil of secrecy about natural phenomena. All information is adapted for children's perception and is provided in the form of a game. The baby will be able to take part in experiments and scientific experiments. Information:
   address: Korolev Boulevard, building 13;
5. opening hours: 10.00–20.00;
6. cost of visiting: from 360 rubles.

   
   The Einstein Museum of Entertaining Sciences has about 60 exhibits

7. Water park "AquaLand". For children's entertainment, there are swimming pools, playgrounds, water attractions, and sports grounds. There is also a stage in the water park where animators conduct entertainment activities for children. Information:
   address: Banykina street, building 21B;
8. opening hours: 10.00–20.00;
9. cost of visiting: children under 12 years old - 500 rubles, adults - 600 rubles.

   
   The water park is perhaps the most universal place where both children and adults have equally fun.

10. Fanny Amusement Park. The park is located on an area of ​​eight hectares. It has everything you need for a family holiday: a variety of attractions - from ordinary trampolines to roller coasters, cozy cafes, a swimming pool with slides (available only in summer) and an ice skating rink (only in winter). Information:
    address: Frunze street, 18B;
11. Opening hours: 10.00–21.00;
12. Entrance to the park is free.

    
    "Fanny" is the largest amusement park in Tolyatti

13. Spiritual and cultural. The complex was created according to the traditions of ancient Russian wooden architecture and is located on the banks of the Usa River. Here tourists with children can enjoy the magnificent beauty of the surrounding nature, as well as plunge into the atmosphere of Ancient Rus'. The child will be offered archery, riding a horse, trying on chain mail, riding a boat - all this will help the child feel like an epic hero. Information:
    office address for ordering a trip to Sloboda: Primorsky Boulevard, building 8, office 105;
14. cost of visiting: from 400 rubles.

    
    You can immerse yourself in the world of an amazing fairy tale, where mighty heroes defeat the forces of evil, by visiting

15. Of course, a child should visit Garibaldi Castle, as well as numerous parks in Tolyatti, most of which have attractions.

Sights of Tolyatti: TOP-5

Iconic sights are exactly what travelers are offered to see in Tolyatti first of all. Having familiarized yourself with them, you can get a fairly complete picture of the wonderful Volga city, located 70 km from Samara .

Volzhsky Automobile Plant

• Address: Yuzhnoye Highway, 36. Transport stop “7th insert”.

It is quite natural that the famous VAZ is placed on the first line of the rating of attractions of Russian Detroit. The city-forming enterprise, which made Tolyatti famous throughout the country, annually produced hundreds of thousands of Zhiguli, Lada and Niv cars. Owning the coveted “kopek”, “six”, and then “nine” for a long time was the ultimate dream of millions of Soviet car enthusiasts. Construction of the plant, which received the status of the All-Union Shock Komsomol Construction Project, lasted three years. The auto giant's buildings occupy an area of ​​more than 62 hectares. A high-rise building in the style of Soviet constructivism was erected in front of the entrance for the plant management and design bureau. Since 1970, more than 29 million passenger cars have rolled off the plant's assembly lines. Even now, in conditions of the economic crisis and fierce competition from foreign manufacturers, VAZ produces about 500 thousand cars annually, and more than 36 thousand Tolyatti residents work in its workshops.

Stella Rook"

• Address: Avtozavodsky district. Transport stop "Eastern Ring".

Another hallmark of the city is the stele that rises not far from the VAZ administrative skyscraper. Placed on a high concrete pedestal, the metal boat symbolizes both the merchant past of the Volga Stavropol and the industrial present of Togliatti. Let us remind you that a stylized image of an ancient Russian sailing boat is a corporate trademark that adorns all models of passenger cars produced by the Russian automaker. The author of the monument, inaugurated in 1975, is the famous Soviet sculptor Yu. Bosco.

Monument to V. Tatishchev

• Address: Lesoparkovoe highway. Transport stop "Recreation area".

Togliatti acquired this symbol, which has recently adorned booklets dedicated to the city, in the fall of 1998. Then, on the top of a picturesque hill washed by the waves of the Zhigulevskoye reservoir, the opening ceremony of the monument to the founder of the Volga Stavropol V.N. Tatishchev. In addition to the forerunner of the current Togliatti, the “brainchildren” of the outstanding Russian statesman are also Yekaterinburg , Orenburg , Chelyabinsk , Perm . The equestrian statue of Vasily Nikitich, dressed in a cavalry guard uniform, is installed on a pedestal covered by a stylobate stylized as the bastions of a fortress. Stone steps lead from the monument to an observation deck, from where you can admire the picturesque landscape.

AvtoVAZ Technical Museum named after. Sakharov

• Opening hours: daily, from 8:00 to 17:00.
• Ticket price: adult 200 rubles, student 100 rubles, children under 7 years old are admitted free.
• Telephone.
• Website: https://pkitis.tltsu.ru
• Address: Yuzhnoe Highway, 137. Transport stop “7th insert”.

Since 1998, the amazing museum has been considered one of the calling cards of Tolyatti. Then, for the first time, visitors were able to view the wonderful exhibits located on the territory of the park area, into which a former factory dump was turned. Today the museum has a unique collection of samples of military and civilian equipment. The total number of exhibits already exceeds 500 units. Here you can see everything - from the legendary ZIS-5, indemnity Willis and Lend-Lease Studebakers, to the famous T-34 and the nightmare of Pentagon generals TU-16. Some exhibits are unique. Only here, for example, can you see the chassis of the Lunokhod, the descent spacecraft "Yantar", the module of the Soyuz orbital station.

Architectural composition “To the Creators of the City”

• Address: Central Square. Transport stop "Gorsad".

The TOP-5 iconic sights of Togliatti is completed by a memorial ensemble that has been decorating the main city square since the fall of 2004. A four-meter bronze sculpture of St. Nicholas and a three-tiered elegant belfry make up an impressive architectural composition. The three-domed bell tower with a clock was built on the site where, back in 1977, the foundation stone was installed for the future monument dedicated to the builders of the Volga polis. The construction of the Labor Monument was postponed several times. The idea was brought to life only at the beginning of this century. The architectural ensemble is harmoniously complemented by a landscape composition, cast iron lanterns, and elegant benches.

Tips for staying in Tolyatti

Togliatti is located in a continental climate zone, with hot summers and frosty winters. Due to the proximity of the Volga, Tolyatti can be windy and humid. The best period for traveling to the city is from May to September, but those who do not like the heat should not come here in July. In the warm season, tourists can take boat trips along the Volga, as well as beach holidays on the banks of the river or local reservoir. In winter, the Spin-Sport ski resort begins operating in Tolyatti, equipped with three slopes, a park for snowboarders and a snowpark. Another popular entertainment place in winter is the Russian Hills Park. Here they organize cheesecake rides from three slides of varying heights. In addition, outside of Togliatti, in nearby settlements, there are several ski resorts.

Each entertainment complex provides all necessary equipment for rent

There are not very many attractions in the city, but it will not be possible to explore them all in one day, since they are all located quite far from each other, so Togliatti is one of the few cities where it is better for tourists to travel by car. To do this, you can rent a car or use public transport: buses, trolleybuses and minibuses run around Tolyatti. There are no difficulties with accommodation in the city - more than 300 hotels of varying comfort are available for tourists.

Since the twentieth century, the city has received the nickname “Criminal Capital of the Volga Region.” Of course, today the situation has changed, but still travelers should not walk alone in the evening city, and also unnecessarily keep large sums of money with them.

Architectural highlights and monuments of Tolyatti

Despite the fact that most of the historical buildings of old Stavropol rest at the bottom of the reservoir, Togliatti will not disappoint connoisseurs of elegant architecture. The streets and squares of the city are decorated with beautiful buildings and colorful monuments.

Garibaldi Castle

• Address: Khryashchevka village, Rechnoy lane, 8. Transport stop “Khryashchevka”.

To see this architectural miracle, it is worth making a 43-kilometer journey from Tolyatti to the village of Khryashchevka. A real knight's castle recently appeared in its vicinity! In fact, this is a VIP class hotel with complete immersion in the romantic atmosphere of the Middle Ages. The entrance to the citadel is guarded by statues of griffins. A luxurious fountain spews geysers in a small area. Magnificent sculptures of minstrels, King Arthur, Lancelot, Percival and other knights of the Round Table add realism to the surroundings. Wealthy tourists can book a photo shoot here in period-appropriate outfits. Such a pleasure costs 11 thousand rubles.

Art composition “History of Transport”

• Address: esplanade in Avtozavodsky district. Transport stop “1000 little things store” or “Youth center”.

Among the iconic sights of Tolyatti, without a doubt, is the unique monumental composition that appeared on the esplanade between Revolyutsionnaya and Yubileinaya streets in 1977. Three sculptures by the remarkable master A. Vasnetsov, united by the common title “History of Transport,” are installed here. The sculptures of a hot air balloon, a steamship and a steam locomotive are authentic. The academician managed to create amazing creations from cast iron and steel. Despite all their massiveness, the openwork structures mounted on powerful concrete pylons seem lightweight. The art object surprises, delights, inspires.

Victory Park

• Address: st. Anniversary. Transport stop "Victory Park".

During the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the great Victory in Tolyatti, a grand opening of a landscape-memorial composition dedicated to the heroes of the defunct war took place. The dominant feature of the architectural ensemble is four 10-meter concrete steles connected by a ring made of stainless metal. In the center of the site between the pylons the torch of the Eternal Flame burns. The composition is placed on a stylobate made of Karelian granite by craftsmen from Petrozavodsk . The inside surface of the steles is covered with bas-reliefs “Front”, “Victims of Fascism”, “Home Front”, “Partisans”.

Palace of Children and Youth Creativity

• Address: st. Stepana Razin, 99. Transport stop "Embankment".

On Razin Street, guests of Autograd will be able to admire a monument of late Soviet architecture - the building of Children's and Youth Theater. The brick structure is quite massive, but looks elegant. Visually it is facilitated by the arcade that adorns the façade from the front entrance. A cubic pylon topped with a small hemisphere rises above the central portal. The building, put into operation in the spring of 1998, rightfully takes its place among the main architectural attractions of Tolyatti.

Freedom Square

• Address: Central district. Transport stop "Freedom Square".

The architectural composition of the main square of Togliatti was finally formed in 1959. Its components are two similar buildings of the mayor's office and the district administration, as well as a mansion with a portico, which now houses the Pilgrim puppet theater. An important element of the town-planning ensemble, designed in the solemn style of the Stalinist Empire style, is the obelisk of Glory with the torch of the Eternal Flame. The composition is completed by well-groomed alleys cutting through the square on four sides and magnificent flower beds.