The most interesting places and sights of the Novgorod region

Veliky Novgorod is the oldest city. It occupies the north-western part of Russia. In its administrative subordination is the Novgorod region, rich in interesting places. Here you can feel all the greatness of history. This area is also rich in nature reserves, museums and temple buildings. Traveling in the Novgorod region can be very exciting.

Sights of the Novgorod region are scattered all over its district. Therefore, all of them can not be looked at all at once, unless you have to drive by car. But in some places it's still worth a visit.

Mysterious Lake Sheregorodo

Lake Sheregodro is in a chain of karst lakes located on the territory of the Borovichi district of the Novgorod region. This lake has a severe and even unpredictable character. There were years when his coastline was far away from the level. In other years, there were floods, and the entire coastal zone, together with the trees, was submerged. Local residents say that for several years the lake almost completely left. But then it poured again. The cause of these phenomena has not yet been studied. The lake itself is very beautiful. However, only "water" tourists and those who can see the sights of the Novgorod region by car can see this beauty. Through the lake there are several canoeing routes.

Here you can set up a tent and enjoy the peace and tranquility. But there is an option and less extreme. On the eastern shore of the lake there is a small recreation center. Conditions here are marching. You can rent a house, rent a boat, cook food. Conveniences are on the street. For a holiday in such a unique place is a good option.

Lake Velier

Continuing to describe the natural attractions of the Novgorod region, I would like to tell you about one of the largest waterways in the northwest of Russia - Lake Velia. The lake occupies almost 25 kilometers of the territory. Its banks are winding. A lot of islands were formed on the lake.

Lovers of fishing, and just those who love the natural beauty of the lake will open in full glory. There is a huge number of perch and pike in it.

Before the war it was a natural pond. After that, many unexploded mines remained in the area and a decision was made to artificially raise the level of the lake and flood the large area.

Local administration consists of competent specialists, therefore the safety of the lake is in reliable hands. You can only fish here by purchasing a ticket. During the spawning period, fishing is prohibited on some parts of the lake.

The water in the lake is so clean that you can drink it directly from the pond. This is the best place to relax in nature.

Rdeisky Reserve

Natural attractions of the Novgorod region are also represented by nature reserves. Rdeisky Reserve is located near the lakes of Polisto and Rdeisk, thanks to which this place is also called the Rdeisko-Polistovsky region.

This place is deserted. The marshy terrain is covered with moss. Here and there pine trees and stunted shrubs grow. Often come across parts of the water in which the sun reflects. In these places you can meet many species of different birds.

The system of bogs was formed thanks to peat bogs and is the largest not only in Russia, but also in Europe.

The reserve covers an area of 37 thousand hectares. In each part of the reserve, certain plants grow. In the north grow coniferous trees, in the south and east - deciduous. The reserve was discovered relatively recently, in 1994. So the trees here are mostly young.

Among the peat bogs there are small islands (Andrianov, Domša). Forests on this territory have preserved their original appearance.

Radeisky Reserve is especially valuable for rare and protected plants. Scientists discover new types of moss every year. The territory is also inhabited by a variety of animals. Some species of birds are even listed in the Red Book.

The arboretum. Village Opechensky Posad

Consider the sights of Borovichi, Novgorod region. In Borovichi district there are many interesting places for tourists. One of them is the village of Opechensky Posad. Here is a unique arboretum. The first tree on this territory was planted in 1957 by local resident Semyon Ushakov.

After that, he began to bring new trees and shrubs from various Russian reserves. The arboretum operates at the expense of S. Ushakov's personal resources and efforts. Help him and the local people. Here they dug a small pond, built a pier and an observation deck, made an artificial island. From the improvised materials, several fountains were collected. Everyone welcomes an unusual bear at the entrance to the park. There are thematic alleys, for example, for newlyweds or for sponsors. You can plant a tree on them yourself. Dendropark and much more can be visited by arriving in Borovichi, Novgorod region. Attractions are available both in the city itself and in its surroundings.

Today the arboretum is under protection. It is a monument of nature of regional importance. Semyon Ushakov recently left this world and the arboretum was transferred to the guardianship of his daughters who want to transfer the object to the state. The entrance to the park is free.

Sights of the Novgorod region consist not only of natural objects. There are amazing temple buildings here.

Holy Trinity Mihailo-Klopsky Monastery

The Orthodox monastery is located in a picturesque place - the mouth of the Veraži River. Nearby is Lake Ilmen. The monastery received its name because of the shape of the terrain on which it is located. Here, the Veraža River forms a multitude of branches, the shape of which in general resembles a bug.

There is another version of the origin of this unusual name. In the chronicles the monastery is mentioned since 1408. It was in this year that the monastery was visited by one of the relatives of Dmitry Donskoy - Mikhail Klopsky. His relics are still in the monastery as the main shrine.

In the 15th century the Trinity Cathedral was built here, which is the main monastic church. Later, the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker was erected.

In the early 19th century a bell tower was installed on the territory.

Earlier the monastery was female, but during the war the temple buildings were badly damaged. Since 2005, the monastery has again become part of the ROC, but now as a male. They began to actively restore it.

Sightseeing places Staraya Russa Novgorodskaya oblast

Old Russa is located in the heart of the Novgorod region. This cozy little town is one of the oldest in the whole region. There are many interesting places of interest and places to relax. Old Russa is first of all famous for the fact that there is a balneological resort and the summer house of Dostoevsky F.M.

The appearance of the city is full of legends. One of them says that two princes Rus and Slovene decided to establish the cities of Slovensk and Rus near Ilmen lake. Another legend mentions the tribes of Rus, who lived on this territory even before the arrival of the Varangians.

Development of the city

From its inception, Old Russa was considered the main center of salt production. Previously, there were only wooden houses here, but after a fire that destroyed all the buildings, the city began to be built up with stone buildings. Salt production over time almost ceased. More relevant are mud and mineral water. Therefore, the first balneograss resort in Russia was opened here.

It is also famous for Staraya Russa because FM Dostoevsky stayed here for a long time. The resort was visited by cultural figures and writers, who served Dostoevsky as an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Here he finished many famous works.

Today in Staraya Russa there is a writer's house-museum, which receives visitors.

House-Museum of NA Nekrasov in Chudovo

Of particular interest is the city of Chudovo Novgorod Region. Sights here are also interesting. For example, Chudovskaya Luka, who is directly connected with the poet NA Nekrasov. The poet bought a homestead here and created it for a while. Here, the legendary "Elegy" was born.

Today, the Nekrasov Manor is a museum opened in 1971. In 2004 the museum was reconstructed. Here you can see the rooms in which the poet lived. On the territory there is a school named after Nekrasov, which was opened in 1892 by the poet's sister.

Every year the museum hosts interesting events, such as Nekrasov reading, poet's memorial evenings, children's holidays, master classes, creative lessons and much more.

National Park. Valdai

No less interesting are the sights of Valdai Novgorod Region. These include the Valdai National Park. The purpose of its creation was the decision to preserve a unique complex of lakes and forests located on the Valdai Upland. All conditions for recreation are created here.

The national park consists of forest lands, swamps, water, hayfields, roads and non-forest lands.

The nature here is amazing. On the one hand, the park borders on the southern taiga, and on the other - with broad-leaved forests.

In ancient times this place was inhabited by Slavic tribes. Remains of their presence have been preserved to this day. Here you can see mounds, villages, hills.

In the 19th century there were numerous manors with picturesque parks, attracting many writers, artists, poets and other creative personalities. Natural beauty combined with masterpieces of architecture attracted special attention.

The park has a convenient location. On its territory, recreation centers and camps for children have been built.

Slavic village of the 20th century

The sights of the Novgorod region are scattered all over its parts. In Lyubytino there is a unique place - an open museum "Slavic village of the 20th century". This museum is a kind of imitation of the Slavic village. Here you can see all the tools of the past. To visit houses, a bakery, a blacksmith. All buildings are an exact copy of the buildings of the 20th century.

The museum is located on the territory of the Valdai Upland on the banks of the Msta River. This creation was the result of the project "Russ deep". For several years scientists have created this masterpiece from the past. But now it is a real joy for tourists. Here they can be imbued with the atmosphere of life of past generations.

Description of the monument

The project is entirely based on archaeological research. Scientists almost in the original recreated the village of ancestors.

The Slavic village consisted of several houses. The big house belonged to the head of the family, the rest to the relatives, children, grandchildren. All of them lived in small houses.

The buildings of the past were significantly different from the modern ones. Even the technology of the structure was different. Houses of the log house then served not so long and were built with primitive tools. The roofs were covered with turf. Used it as a heater. Between the logs were laid moss, so that there were no cracks. The roof was protected from birch bark.

In these houses, small ventilation holes served as windows. It was impossible to enter the house in full growth. The doors were low, due to this, the house did not come out warm.

In every house there was a stove-heater. The stones were stacked on top of each other. Cementing agents did not cover the laying.

The granary was set on a raised platform so that the rodents could not damage the supplies.

In the house of the head of the clan various classes were held. Since childhood, children have been taught various crafts and daily duties.

The houses did not have a trace of luxury, only the most necessary items. From the furniture there was only a table with benches. The dishes were near the stove.

The uniqueness of the museum lies in the fact that it was built using the same tools as in antiquity. Tourists can also learn some crafts and tools.

These are the sights of the Novgorod region. Photos only partially convey their beauty. Be sure to see it live.