The current Mozhaisk highway was called the Smolensk Highway. The city in whose honor the road was named (once the “capital” of the eastern Krivichi) since the 12th century was connected along this road with other East Slavic centers, and at the same time with young Moscow. The main strategic point on the way to Zlatoglavaya was the designated place on Mozhaika. Many of the sights of Mozhaisk (especially those on display in the local museum) tell us exactly about those very times. The agglomeration has a difficult fate, because in 1812 Napoleon’s army came here, and in the 1940s - Hitler’s...
Shakhmatovo
87 km from the capital there is an interesting area where the great minds of Russia loved to relax. We are talking about three ancient estates located next to each other.
Shakhmatovo is a museum-reserve, which is a synthesis of science and literature. Here is the Boblovo estate of the scientist Dmitry Mendeleev, the estate of the poet Alexander Blok, and in Tarakanovo there is a beautiful church in which Blok and Mendeleev’s sister were married.
The attraction is located in one of the most picturesque areas of the Moscow region - Sosnogorsk. The trip will give adults and children a lot of pleasant impressions. Educational excursions, walks in the fresh air, and magical nature will perfectly color your weekends and holidays.
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Special places in Mozhaisk
Monument to Saint Nicholas of Mozhaisk
This attraction of Mozhaisk is little appreciated by tourists, and most young people simply do not notice it. But the sculptural composition was erected in honor of the wooden image of St. Nicholas. And he is the only icon-sculpture in the Orthodox life of Russia. The wooden bas-relief itself is now in the Tretyakov Gallery. And once upon a time he stood right here. Today, instead of it, there is an exact copy, hidden in a semi-open chapel (all 4 walls are arches covered with chain-link mesh). They bring flowers to Nicholas. This is the patron saint of the city. That’s why he holds a sword in one hand and a mini-copy of Mozhaisk in the other. In general, sculptural faces are characteristic of Catholicism. It's easy to get here. Continue until Leninsky Square meets Torgovaya Square.
Serednikovo
Serednikovo is an outstanding example of a park and estate ensemble of the 18th-19th centuries. The beloved poet Mikhail Lermontov lived for several years on the former estate of the Vsevolozhskys and Stolypins with his grandmother.
The surrounding area is pleasant to stroll along paved paths and dirt paths that wind through the pine forest around a large pond. Be sure to show your child the Devil's Bridge - a very impressive object. It resembles a fantasy location.
Ostafyevo
Ostafyevo is one of the most beautiful ancient estates in Russia. It is located in the Podolsk region, southeast of the center of the capital. This is a cult place for Russian literature, which is lovingly called Parnassus - a gathering place for poets and writers.
Alexander Pushkin, Nikolai Karamzin, Vasily Zhukovsky, Ivan Dmitriev, Alexander Griboyedov, Nikolai Gogol walked along the well-groomed paths of the magnificent park in search of inspiration. They were guests of the hospitable Vyazemsky-Sheremetev family. After the revolution, outstanding Soviet writers worked in Ostafyevo: Samuil Marshak, Evgeny Petrov with his friend Ilya Ilf.
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If the children are still small and are not impressed by the big names of famous people, a walk along the linden alley, relaxing in the gazebo near the pond system, feeding the ducks, sweets and drinks will certainly dispel their boredom.
What to see in Mozhaisk in 2 days
With a spare day, you can explore the entire municipality. So, remember how and what to see in Mozhaisk in 2 days:
- You should start the day from Moskovskaya Street, moving towards the center. Alfimov House;
- Vlasyev House;
- Neugodov's House;
- the entire ensemble of the Mozhaisk Kremlin;
- After lunch, visit the city historical museum;
- Then go south along the Red Partisans - the Clock, the Outbuilding and the Khlebnikov House await you;
- Explore the Tikhomirov-Andreev House and move forward to the northwestern corner of the city. There you walk along the Ilyinsky Bridge, take photographs of the Church of the Prophet Elijah, and before dinner take water treatments at the “bath” named after the saint.
- On the second day in Mozhaisk itself, all that remains is to explore the Lusatian monastery and take pictures against the backdrop of the monument to St. Nicholas of Mozhaisk;
- Then on the excursion program is Victory Park (with Leninsky Square to boot);
- With the help of Chizhik or Outpost instructors, ride on horseback to the site of the battles of the Patriotic War of 1812. Temporarily imagine yourself as its heroes (half of whom were cavalrymen). There is also the Borodino Field Museum-Reserve, whose exhibitions you need to visit;
- After dinner, take a walk to one of the exhibitions at the Children's Art House.
- And you’ll have time to explore the Museum of Folk Culture in Porechye.
Kolomna
At the confluence of the Oka and Moscow rivers, the beautiful city of Kolomna grew up. The Kremlin has been preserved here, in one of the towers of which Marina Mnishek, who was suspected of witchcraft, was imprisoned.
The city has many museums and historical sites. For children, the most interesting are the Cathedral Square, the large Staro-Golutvin Monastery, the marshmallow museum, the Kalachnaya kalachnaya museum, the tram museum, the toy museum, etc.
What to see in Mozhaisk in 1 day
What to see in Mozhaisk in 1 day? We will, of course, talk about the main brands. You should start looking at these city “symbols” right from the bus station. So, let's go:
- House of Artists (passage along Zheleznodorozhnaya and Kommunisticheskaya streets);
- Khlebnikov House (turn on Karaseva Street);
- Leninsky Square (exit along Krasnykh Partizan);
- Victory Park, and on the other side of the roadway there is the “1812” Mosaic and several house-museums. The Old City Prison is also worth paying attention to;
- Rybnikov House, Museum of Military Glory, city historical exhibition (after Zhelyabov). Along the way, it makes sense to look into the merchants' huts on the street. Leonovskaya;
- the entire ensemble of the Mozhaisk Kremlin (with the lake), the Vlasev house and the Alfimov house;
- having a snack, follow Strelkova and Gerasimov to the Luzhetsky Monastery and Gerasimov’s house;
- through Monastyrsky Pond to the Outpost ecopark;
- on the way back it is convenient to go to Ilyinsky beach and the temple of the same name;
- have dinner after viewing the exhibits of the Museum of Folk Culture and Monuments.
Berendeevo kingdom
Near Serpukhov, enthusiasts have created a paid and free theme park-reserve dedicated to the fairy-tale kingdom of Berendey. Some locations can be visited whenever you want. However, tickets must be purchased for the recreation area with cute houses, a pond and gazebos.
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The most beautiful places in Mozhaisk
All the attractions of Mozhaisk, which are usually used for a photo shoot or a memorable selfie, will be presented in this section. And there are enough of them.
Church of Joachim and Anna
The townspeople are also very proud of this architectural work. It is found in the historical (dilapidated) quarter of Yakimanka. Even more precisely - between Perovskaya and Krupskaya streets, opposite the Church of the Akhtyrskaya Icon of the Mother of God. The first version of the structure appeared back in the 1390s. What remained of it was the northern limit. The current building is the fruit of the labors of architects in the last third of the 19th century. Although one apse was made in 1770. In 1937, the priests of the temple were shot, and the temple itself was closed. Activities continued only in 1991. Restored. It is a striking example of Empire eclecticism of the 19th century. Raspberry color with blue domes and gold crosses. The dome ceiling is dark green. In 2013, the church was presented with the remains of the righteous Joachim and Anna. And since then it bears their names. On Thursdays, an akathist to the Godfathers is served here.
Victory Park
Having studied the request “What to see in Mozhaisk” in the top line of the distribution, we get a high-quality photo of the panorama of the urban beauty presented in the title. In the well-kept forest park, vacationers will find lanterns, sidewalks, benches and a toilet. The monuments to the Zenitka 61-K, Mozhaytsy-Heroes of the USSR and the Soldier-Liberator are pleasing to the eye. Turning onto Oktyabrskaya Square, it is easy to see 4 more monuments, the Mozhaisk Twin Cities stele, a fountain and a memorial complex, which is described below.
The memorial “There Were Ten Thousand” is a signature decoration of this recreation area. The conversation turned to a 7-meter mound, around which the most fierce battles with the Nazis took place. By the way, the main part of the memorial is at the 141st kilometer of the Minsk Highway. It is to this point that the village of Khvashchevka is close, whose history is full of particularly dramatic moments. On May 9, flowers or wreaths are always laid here.
Museum of Folk Culture
The rating “picturesque sights of Mozhaisk” continues with the exhibition mentioned in the title. It is located at the other end of the Mozhaisk “sea”, in the village of Porechye. Or rather on Bolnichnaya Street. The institution was created on the initiative of applied enthusiasts in this rural agglomeration. Here they exhibited their masterpieces, as well as crafts made by their fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers. This refers to products made of iron and other metals, wood and textile materials. Ancient utensils used in this area are presented, as well as samples of folk costume. From the Ilyinsky Bridge, drive 38 kilometers along the northwestern shore of the reservoir.
House museums
To the question “What to see in Mozhaisk?” its natives often say the following words:
- Khlebnikov House;
- Neugodov's House;
- Vlasyev House;
- Alfimov House;
- Gerasimov House;
- House of Tyunin;
- House of the Clockmakers;
- The Shishkin House and the building of a merchant with the same surname;
- House of the Tikhomirov-Andreevs.
"Ethnomir"
The Ethnomir Park in Borovsk offers an extensive cultural and sports program. There are many outdoor activities for children here. Vacationers can enjoy a variety of attractions, boat and catamaran rentals, and a petting zoo. Children are invited to take part in games, quests, and master classes. Adults can relax in the spa area at this time. The park is divided into thematic sectors dedicated to the culture of different countries and peoples.
What to see in Mozhaisk with children
Outpost Ranch
The “children’s” attractions of Mozhaisk are sometimes as interesting as the rest. The atmosphere of the Wild West (cowboy hats, authentic paddocks of an agricultural estate and settlers' tents) - all this will enchant your child near the Moscow River, on the outskirts of the Luzhetsk monastery. This is north of the Monastyrsky Pond or west of the Mozhaisk Detinets. In addition to learning to ride a horse (as part of a horse safari), the child gets the chance to touch poultry, deer, sheep and ostriches. The Ecopark also offers acquaintance with hares, roe deer, fallow deer and some other animals. You can take photographs (this is included in the cost of visiting). You can also watch professional jockeys (there is a hippodrome here). And those who already have some skill will go on a horseback trek to the sites of the Battle of Borodino. You can get there in an hour. And there are many places to ride. But that's not all. Small children can safely count on the animators and sweets in the cafe. While the adults in hats will show what they can do at the equestrian “training ground”. Maybe they’ll even fly over obstacles. We recommend having a hearty meal at the snack bar with very beautiful wooden verandas. Admission for an adult is 2,000 rubles, and for very small children it is free. It remains to add that you can row on the Monastyrsky pond (with ducks in it). Boats are available right here. Photographer available. There is a hotel and a landscape park. The place is known far beyond the borders of our country - you can meet many foreigners here.
Horse base "Chizhik"
When you determine in advance what to see in Mozhaisk in two days, do not forget to take into account the interests of young family members who are going with you on a trip to the west of the Moscow region. We are sure that they will be interested in the establishment named in the title. It is located exactly 15 kilometers from the western outskirts of the described settlement - in the small village of Koloch. The local railway runs along the equestrian club, trying to deliver passengers of the Moscow electric train to Mozhaisk (there is a station near KK). And the river has the same name - it is covered with bright grass, willows, aspen and stunted spruce trees. But in the direction of Mozhaisk there is a full-fledged deciduous forest - it also lies on one of the radial routes of horse treks organized in Chizhik. One of them, by the way, leads to the points of the Borodino battle. That is, you will have to return towards the regional center, but on horseback! On the Semenovsky stream and on the reservoir Learn those same historical locations. For beginners, there is a closer historical reserve - Doronino. Everything there was left as it was in 1812. Tours up to 2,000 rubles. Group – minimum 4 riders. And regular trips and lessons are much cheaper here.
The House for arts and crafts for children
Like all similar institutions, DDT Mozhaisk exhibits in the hall masterpieces of folk crafts (including Easter souvenirs), as well as graphic and painting works by young masters from this city. And there is also a lot of interesting things in the immediate vicinity. Victory Park in this part is rich in stalls with cotton candy and ice cream.
Now the reader understands that the attractions of Mozhaisk are historical, cultural, natural and even entertaining. And it's worthy of a two-day tour.
Moscow
If you are too lazy to go somewhere, then in the capital itself hundreds of opportunities for interesting pastime are provided for children and their parents. These are dozens of theme and botanical parks, attractions, the Moscow Zoo, Tsaritsyno, the children's theater "Magic Lamp", a circus, an aquarium, countless museums and more.
But when planning a trip, remember the “Covid” restrictions!
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