Neya: Sights and Infrastructure of a modern city

Ney's story.
Neya is a small regional town in the Kostroma region of Russia. The city grew from a village formed around the railway station in 1906. With the construction of the station, active deforestation began in the Kostroma forests. As a result, large woodworking enterprises of Moscow industrialists and foreign investors began operating on its territory. By 26-29 years of the last century, the city had grown significantly and received the status of a workers' village, around which a district was formed, whose center was Neya. In 1958, Neya received city status. Today the population of Neya is about 9,000 people.

The construction of the city did not have a clear plan, so settlement occurred in a chaotic manner. The development of the area was influenced by marshy soil, so the city stretched along the railway for 8 kilometers.

Modern Neya

Today Neya is a small provincial town with a fairly developed industry. There are 14 industrial enterprises located in the city and its surroundings. The main direction is represented by forest processing, as well as bread and clothing production, flax processing, growing vegetable and livestock products.

Despite its modest size, the city has sufficient infrastructure; there are churches, a museum, a library, educational and preschool institutions, medical and administrative organizations.

Below we will give a detailed description of the main attractions of Ney that are worth visiting for city guests.

Since 1989, the Local History Museum has been operating in Neya, where you can get acquainted with the history of the creation and development of the city and its environs. See household items and crafts that the first settlers used. A separate exhibition of the museum is dedicated to the history of the development of astronautics.

Neya has several buildings made of wood at the beginning of the 20th century, which are considered architectural monuments. One of them is occupied by a cash settlement center. The backdrop of ancient carved houses will make a great memorable photo.

The fire tower, erected at the beginning of the last century, fits perfectly into the urban architecture of Ney.

In the central part of the city, a monument to Lenin and a memorial stele are traditionally installed, on which the names of the heroes who died in the Great Patriotic War are engraved. An eternal flame burns here, and local residents come to honor the memory of those killed in the war.

In 2007, one of the main attractions of Ney was consecrated - the new St. Spyridon Church.

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Temples of Ney

In the small area of Ney, spiritual life is developed. In addition to the new temple, there are ancient temples in the region:

St. Nicholas Church in the village of Kotkishevo, dating back to the mid-18th century;
Church of the Deposition of the Robe in the village of Vozherovskoye, dating back to the 18th century;
Church of the Resurrection in the village of Vozherovskoye, dating back to the mid-18th century;
Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in the village of Kuzhbalskoye, from the second half of the 19th century;
Church of the Assumption in the village of Yolkinskoye, from the 19th century;
Church of the Epiphany and Church of the Intercession from the 18th-19th centuries.

Silent hunt

The Neya River is also rich in other treasures. Fishing, of course, is not for everyone, but anyone can pick berries and mushrooms on the shores. This region is famous for its forest products. Promotes plant growth and climate. There is significant rainfall here in the first part of summer, so the air temperature here is moderate.

Thanks to the weather, various mushrooms and berries grow on the banks of the river. There are chanterelles at almost every step. There are years when the forests are also blessed with porcini mushrooms. They are scattered here in waves, so when you see one cap, you should look for 3-5 more relatives of the mushroom. You can harvest such a harvest here until November.

In the summer, local residents and guests of the region carry buckets of lingonberries, blueberries and stone berries out of the forests. The strawberries here are very large. Cloudberries can be collected in swampy areas.

However, it should be noted that the roads leading into the forests are very bad. Only large cars can drive into the interior. Cars often get stuck in swamps for a long time. Therefore, it is better to travel with a charged phone and a shovel in the trunk.

Results

Two rivers flow through the city - Neya and Nelsha. Therefore, for outdoor recreation, it is worth going fishing. However, it is worth remembering that the area adjacent to the river beds is swampy. Therefore, it is better to go fishing accompanied by local residents who know the area.

The provincial town may not seem remarkable at first glance. However, it is worth remembering that the main attraction of Ney is its nature. It was on this site, from an impenetrable forest, that the city grew.

A relaxing holiday in nature - that’s what awaits tourists in Neya!

Transport

Neya is connected by bus to Kostroma (two round trips daily as of June 2012). Neya is connected by rail along the Trans-Siberian Railway to the cities of the Urals, Siberia and the Far East, as well as to Moscow and St. Petersburg.

The federal highway “Ekaterinburg - St. Petersburg”, which is under construction, passes through the city. There is a bypass road.

There are three bus routes in the city. The basis of the fleet is Gazelle minibuses and PAZ-3205 small-capacity buses. However, at the moment (March 2014) there is no bus service with nearby settlements, since the quality of roads leads to refusals of transport companies to provide transportation services. The local population, trying to earn money by private transportation, also often refuses to provide services for the same reason.

Sights of the Kostroma region

Ostrovsky's gazebo

Travelers looking for beautiful landscapes are attracted to Kostroma by Ostrovsky's gazebo. Ostrovsky himself, of course, never visited it, because it was built only in 1956. Being one of the symbols of Kostroma, Ostrovsky’s gazebo is also famous for the fact that it was “starred” in the film “Cruel Romance” based on the play by O.N. Ostrovsky "Dowry".

Epiphany Anastasia Monastery in Kostroma

It is unlikely that there will be many people who have visited Kostroma, but have never visited the Epiphany-Anastasia Convent. It attracts travelers with its beauty and antiquity, and often also with the miraculous icon of the Fedorov Mother of God located in it.

Ipatiev Monastery

Kostroma, st. Prosveshcheniya, 1

The Orthodox male monastery of the Russian Church, the Holy Trinity Ipatiev Monastery, is one of the greatest masterpieces of Orthodox culture. Founded at the end of the 13th century, it is located at the confluence of the Kostroma River and the Volga. It was here in 1613 that Mikhail Romanov was elected to the throne.

Museum of Flax and Birch Bark in Kostroma

The Museum of Flax and Birch Bark is one of those museums that can only be found in old cities like Kostroma. If you look at it in passing, birch bark and flax do not seem to be very related things, but if you remember that our distant ancestors wore almost only linen clothes.

Fire tower of Kostroma

Kostroma, st. Simanovsky, 1

One of the symbols of Kostroma is the fire tower, an architectural monument of the classical era, located on Susaninskaya Square. It was originally built not only to fulfill its main function, but also to please the eyes of the townspeople.

The Snow Maiden's Tower in Kostroma

Many people know where the residence of Father Frost is located - in Veliky Ustyug. However, not everyone knows that the granddaughter of the legendary fairy-tale character, Snegurochka, lives separately from her famous grandfather - in Kostroma.

Church of the Resurrection on Debra

Kostroma, st. Nizhnyaya Debra, 37

The Church of the Resurrection on Debra is one of the most remarkable churches in the Upper Volga region, a monument of Russian artistic culture of the 17th century. Built on the Volzhskaya embankment with donations from townspeople, today it remains the only surviving posad church in Kostroma.

Guardhouse

Kostroma, st. Simanovsky, 2 In the center of Kostroma there is another very elegant building - the Guardhouse. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century. and stands out for its rich stucco decoration in the Empire style. Today the Kostroma Military History Museum is located here.

Reserve "Kologrivinsky Forest"

Kostroma region, Kologrivsky district, village. Kologriv On the territory of the Kologriv region, a unique array of relict, i.e., has been preserved. a pristine spruce forest that has never been subject to anthropogenic impact or forest fires. In dense spruce forests, 350-400-year-old trees reach a height of 40-45 meters and a diameter of 80-120 cm. According to the UN decision, this area is included in the 100 most valuable forests in Europe.

Znamensky Monastery in Kostroma

Kostroma, st. Nizhnyaya Debrya, 37 On the left bank of the Volga, a few blocks after the road bridge, stands the youngest monastery of the city - the Znamensky Convent of the Kostroma Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church. Its story began in 1993.

Kostroma Drama Theater named after. A. N. Ostrovsky

Kostroma, Mira Avenue, 9 Another interesting monument of classical architecture of the 19th century is the Kostroma Drama Theater. A.N. Ostrovsky, one of the oldest theaters in the country. The theater building was built in 1863 and has survived to this day almost unchanged. The theater received its name due to the fact that A.N.’s plays were staged here among the first in the country. Ostrovsky.

Kostroma Museum of Unique Dolls and Toys

Kostroma, st. Gornaya, 26 If you become a guest of the ancient Russian city of Kostroma, you should definitely visit the local Museum of Unique Dolls and Toys. Unforgettable impressions and beautiful photos for memory are guaranteed. The basis of the rich exhibition was a private collection collected by local resident Nadezhda Vasilyevna Sheiko.

Kostroma Regional Puppet Theater

Kostroma, st. Ostrovsky, 5 In a small brick castle between the Volga and the Red Rows live the Snow Maiden and the Wizard of the Emerald City, the Dereza Goat and a crowd of bears. Among them are Mashenka’s friend, and the clubfoot who did not believe in Santa Claus, and the one deceived by the cunning fox, and the rude landowner nicknamed the Bear.

Red Rows and Church of the All-Merciful Savior

Kostroma, st. Red rows For a long time, trade in Kostroma took place on the bank of the Volga, chaotically built up with shops and warehouses. By the end of the 18th century, the city had grown and become a major center for wholesale and retail trade. In 1773, a fire destroyed all the buildings, and it was decided to build shopping arcades.

Lavrovskaya factory Moroz-Master

Nerekhta district, Lavrovo village, st. Pobeda, 1B

The Lavrovskaya artistic painting factory is located in a picturesque area near Nerekhta. Here they make wooden and ceramic toys by hand, conduct master classes in artistic painting on wood and ceramics, and also introduce guests to the gaming traditions of our Slavic ancestors.

Museum "Provincial City of Kostroma"

Kostroma, Petty Rows, building “G” “Provincial City of Kostroma” is a new museum in Kostroma, created by people who love their city and remember its history. Here visitors will be able to get acquainted with the real merchant Kostroma and plunge into the atmosphere of a provincial city.

Kostroma, Mira Ave., 7

Museum "Noble Assembly" in Kostroma

Kostroma, Mira Ave., 7 Kostroma Museum “Noble Assembly” is a very cozy museum. Perhaps due to the fact that everything happens in a beautiful ancient city, which in the old days was called “Empress Kostroma”. Or, most likely, due to the fact that all exhibitions are made with great love and attention to detail.

Kostroma, st. Prosveshcheniya, 1a

Museum of Wooden Architecture in Kostroma

Kostroma, st. Prosveshcheniya, 1a When creating the entrance to the Kostromskaya Sloboda museum, it seems, there were some miracles. It leads everyone who passes through it to the museum territory straight into the past. Moreover, the past is remotely fabulous, when Russian life was still non-Europeanized, the buildings were wooden, and the forest was impenetrable.

Kostroma, st. Engelsa 36/19

Museum of the Kostroma Merchant

Kostroma, st. Engelsa 36/19 The museum collection is located in 3 halls. The first of them is the sleigh yard, where carts and sleighs are displayed. It was difficult to get along without sleighs in Kostroma, not only in winter, but also in summer; they were used to transport loads through the snow and along dirty, washed-out roads—it was impossible to walk there.

Kostroma, st. Ostrovsky, 63