The Oka originates in the Central Russian Upland and flows into the Volga in the region of Nizhny Novgorod. Its length is almost one and a half thousand kilometers, and along its entire path there are many interesting and original Russian cities and towns. Cruises on the Oka are very popular among fans of rest in their native land, because during the cruise ship you can sunbathe and swim, admire the passing landscapes, take excursions and walks in historical places.
Constellation of cities
The names of the cities where the participants of the Oka cruise make a stop are known to every resident of Russia:
- Ancient Ryazan, founded in the 10th century by the Vyatichi people. The magnificent architectural ensemble of the Ryazan Kremlin, founded in the 11th century, has been preserved here. Its main attraction is the Assumption Cathedral, the domes of which are crowned with crosses made by master Stepan Malofeev.
- Ancient Kasimov, rebuilt on the site of a fortress destroyed by the Tatars in the 14th century. It has preserved the minaret of Tsarevich Kasim, after whom the city was named, the mausoleums of the sultans and khans of the times of the Kasim kingdom. The Orthodox shrine of the city is the St. Nicholas Church, which did not stop its services for three hundred years from the moment of construction.
- The legendary Moore, the first mention of which is found in the "Tale of Bygone Years". The city's glorious past and amazing present have made it a place of pilgrimage for believers and admirers of ancient architecture. Among the most famous residents of Murom are the hero Ilya Muromets, whose monument greets guests on the Oka embankment, and the pilot Nikolai Gastello, who performed a heroic deed during the Great Patriotic War.
Konstantinovo and Yesenin
The pearl of any cruise on the Oka is the village of Konstantinovo, where the great Russian poet Sergei Yesenin was born at the end of the 19th century. His lyrics serve as a vivid example of love for their native places, which the cruise participants will also see. Travelers visit the House-Museum of the poet and the Kazan Church, which are located in the village square.
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During a cruise on the Oka, travelers are accommodated in comfortable cabins and enjoy all the benefits of this type of rest. The duration and route of the cruise, the type of cabin can be selected individually, depending on the time and funds available to the tourist. High quality of service, comfort and excellent service on board each cruise ship will be invariable on all trips.
