Arshinovsky Park - a natural oasis in the Russian capital

It is difficult to believe that within the boundaries of Moscow there are places where age-old pines grow, and the air seems unusually clean. Do you think such a statement is fantastic? Then be sure to take the time and visit Arshinovsky Park, located in the Tsaritsyno area, between the streets of Bekhterev and Baku.

How did the dacha become a public park?

At the beginning of the XX century in the territory of modern Tsaritsyno, "suburban" dachas of wealthy people were actively broken up. Vasil Arshinov, merchant, also settled here. Around the house his son, who had a botanic education, decided to break a beautiful park. It took 20 years to realize this idea. Here, a cascade of ponds was artificially created and rare plants planted. From the private dacha there is no trace left, and only the name Arshinovsky Park reminds of the merchant family (in honor of the creator VV Arshinov). There remained only the pine trees planted at that time, and a cascade of ponds. Already grown up is not one generation of Muscovites, the best memories from their childhood are walks in this beautiful recreation area.

Green areas and original system of reservoirs

The real pride of the park is Korneevsky ponds: Upper and Lower. They are connected by a pipe, thanks to which, when one reservoir is filled, a part of the water naturally flows into the neighboring one. The ponds were created artificially along the mouth of the Kotlyakovka River, named after the once-existing village of the same name. Today the river, about 4 km long, is almost completely enclosed in underground reservoirs. And just before the "entrance" to the Gorodnya, its waters are filled with a cascade of ponds. Thanks to these reservoirs, Arshinovsky Park seems even more cozy. In the ponds you can not swim, but in the summer season on their shores are sunning local residents, and fishermen can be seen all year round. The recreation area can boast of a rich flora. Here, mainly coniferous trees grow, including cedar pine. Of the deciduous plantations the most interesting are the following: gray alder, black poplar and Siberian larch.

Modern borders of the park

Today, the territory of the green zone is about 12.5 hectares. Since 1987 Arshinovsky Park is a natural monument. Today it is surrounded on all sides by residential buildings. For ponds rise residential high-rise buildings, on the other hand, the recreation area borders with the City Clinical Hospital No. 12. Nearby is also the 868th school. Arshinovsky Park is a favorite holiday destination for local residents. Many people come here daily to walk alone, with children, dogs or whole families. After all, these are utterly indescribable emotions and a very unusual format of recreation: while living in a big city and not leaving its border, you have the opportunity to stroll through the pine forest and admire the watery surface of the lakes.

Territory improvement

In 2013 the park became part of the Kuzminsky forest park. Landscaping was carried out in the recreation area and earlier. Ponds were cleaned, their banks were strengthened, garbage was cleaned, paths were cleared. In the recreation area there are children's and sports grounds, as well as an equipped place for walking dogs. There is information that very soon lovers of outdoor recreation will be able to see the renovated Arshinovsky Park. Reconstruction is planned global, it is quite possible that very soon there will be cafes, attractions and other entertainment. The main thing, according to local residents, is that any changes do not damage the ancient trees and the local landscape. The park is popular with many in its modern form, perhaps it should be slightly landscaped and made more modern. The most important thing is to observe the measure and not to harm the living nature.

Where is Arshinovsky Park, who will like this recreation area?

The central entrance to the recreation area is located at: Baku street, house 26, building 9. The nearest metro stations are "Tsaritsino" and "Kantemirovskaya". The park is open all year round, but in winter time not all paths are cleared in time. For today it is a natural recreation area. Amateurs of attractions and other entertainment should choose a different place to visit. It makes no sense to include Arshinovsky Park in its excursion program and tourists from other regions. Believe me, Moscow has more interesting places to visit and relax. But residents of the surrounding areas will be useful to learn that in Tsaritsyno there is such a wonderful recreation area. The park is ideal for walks, sports, family picnics and visits with children. Likewise, fishermen will like it. According to those who regularly fish on local lakes, sometimes a good catch indeed does. Attention: in the recreation area you can not leave garbage and build bonfires on the ground. Follow these simple rules of behavior and treat attentively to the surrounding nature, and then your grandchildren will also be able to appreciate the beauty of this park.