Once on the observation platforms of Sergiev Posad, tourists can admire from a height the ensemble of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra (on its territory there are about 50 structures belonging to different time periods; special attention should be paid to the tallest building of the Lavra - a five-tiered bell tower with a Baroque), the Pyatnitskaya Church (a representative of 16th century architecture; its windows are framed by unique frames with figured eyelets) and the Ascension Church (the building belongs to the late provincial Baroque style; has a 46-meter 3-tier pillar-shaped bell tower), Florensky's house, Gremyachy Klyuch waterfall and other significant objects.
Observation decks of Sergiev Posad
- Observation deck on Blinnaya Gora: everyone will be able to visit this place at any time for free - the best views of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra open from here. This area is perfect for photo sessions, in particular, weddings. Due to the reconstruction carried out in 2012, as a result of which the tiles were replaced and the balustrade was whitewashed, trash cans and benches were installed, the viewing platform became even more attractive for visiting excursion groups (in the summer, trays with souvenirs are installed here and flower beds are broken). How to get there? Moving from the station along Voznesenskaya Street, you will reach Blinnaya Gora with its famous observation deck in 10 minutes.
- The second panoramic object from where a good view of the Lavra opens is the place located at the intersection of Suvorov Street with the Konchura River.
- Restaurant in the Prishvin estate: here guests are offered to taste dishes of European and Mediterranean cuisine, as well as admire the view overlooking the white-stone monastery and the Kelarsky pond through panoramic windows (in summer, you can enjoy the cuisine and beautiful views from the stylish veranda). In addition, guests are pampered with live music on weekends - talented musicians entertain them with playing the piano and saxophone. Address: Kooperativnaya street, 46.
Helicopter excursion
Going on such an excursion, travelers will be able to admire the diverse architecture of Sergiev Posad from above - ancient buildings and modern buildings. A particularly breathtaking view opens up to the Trinity-Sergius Lavra, which looks both mysterious and menacing from a bird's eye view. In addition, during the flight, you can see the Sofrino estate, the Pestovskoye reservoir, the Losiny Ostrov national park (do not forget to capture what you saw in the photographs).
The approximate cost is 19,000-25,000 rubles (40-60 minutes).
