Few Russian cities can boast of such a long history as this ancient city, located at the confluence of the Pskov and Velikaya rivers (even the name of the river speaks of the special position of the city among other settlements in Russia). Walking around Pskov is an acquaintance with the spiritual center of Ancient Russia, the place where the Grand Duchess Olga and Prince Vladimir were born. And also ancient cathedrals, fortresses, architectural ensembles, which are the hallmark of the city.
Walks in Pskov and its districts
There are four districts in the city. Which of them is the most important, it becomes clear from the names - Central District, Zavokzalye, Zavelichye, Zapskovye. For tourists, the most interesting is the Central District, where the main attraction of the city is located - the Pskov Kremlin, as well as many architectural masterpieces, monuments and memorable places.
But other areas of Pskov have their own tourist attractions. For example, in Zavelichye (it is clear that the area is located on the other side of the Velikaya River), you can see several churches, the oldest dating back to the 12th century. Zapskovye is an area located on the other bank of the Pskov River; it also has its own architectural monuments: Gremyachaya Tower; a complex of churches consecrated in honor of Saints Helena and Constantine; Church of Ilya Mokroi; Chambers of Trubinsky.
And the river valleys themselves - Velikaya and Pskova - are important tourist places on the city map, there are historical parks and squares here.
Walking around the Pskov Fortress
The center of attraction for domestic and foreign tourists in the city is the Pskov Kremlin, a unique monument of history, ancient architecture, which played an important role in the history of the region for centuries.
The historical and architectural complex includes the Prikaz Chambers, Dovmont's city, many old buildings, structures, towers. To the delight of tourists, you can climb one of them - Vlasyevskaya, equipped with an observation deck.
An unforgettable experience awaits the guests of the city, who have chosen the evening to walk around the Kremlin. It was at this time that the service begins in the Trinity Cathedral, during which you can hear both the singing of the famous bishop's choir and the ringing of bells that have been ringing over Pskov since the 17th century. In addition to the most famous Trinity Cathedral in the city, there are many other churches that have celebrated their millennium, and very "young", which are only two hundred years old.
