Yelabuga: sights. Photos and reviews of tourists

The remarkable city of Elabuga, whose sights will be considered here, originated in 1780. It is one of the most ancient Tatar settlements in Russia. The city stands on the right bank of the Kama River, in the place where the Toima River flows into it. All of it - like a museum in the open air. Ancient churches, stone mansions of the XIX century, monuments - everything speaks of its rich history.

Yelabuga in ancient times

The discovery of Ananyinsky burial ground near this city, dating from the VIII-V centuries. BC. E., And studies of Elabuga hill fort and adjacent territories, allowed scientists to conclude that this settlement arose at the turn of the X-XI centuries. The mysterious tower of "Devil's fortress" is a witness of medieval events. Once there was a ferry across the river Kama. And it is also known that near the settlement in the 12th century a white-stone mosque with eight towers was erected, similar to the architectural structures in Bulgaria. Now on this place only the remains of ruins are seen. This is the only building of the pre-Mongol era, preserved until our time. Archaeologists have found out that in the 9th-10th century AD, E. The composition of the Bulgarian state included the ancient city of Alabuga (Yelabuga). Its sights are described in historical sources. First of all, this is the "Elabuga hill fort" described above, which, in fact, is the remains of the ancient city of the Bulgarian state. One of its towers was restored, and now it is a place of pilgrimage for tourists coming to the city, and believers.

Formation of the city

Subsequently, on the site of "Devil's fortress" there was a monastic monastery. It happened in 1614. Then the Troitsky monastery grew here, which was later abolished. By this time, one can also relate the foundation of the village of Trysoksvyatsky in this place. Historians assume that the name of the settlement is due to Ivan the Terrible, who after the conquest of Kazan laid the Church of the Intercession here and personally gave her the image of the Three Saints. This ancient relic is still kept in this church. The map of Yelabuga with sights is presented below.

1. Devil's fortress.

2. A monument to I. I. Shishkin.

3. The monument to NA Durova.

4. Memorial to the victims of the Great Patriotic War.

5. Local History Museum.

6. House-Museum of I. I. Shishkin.

7. Exhibition Hall of the Museum-Reserve.

8. The Savior Cathedral.

9. St. Nicholas Church.

10. The Intercession Church.

11. Fire station buildings.

12. House of NA Durova.

13. The house of MI Tsvetaeva.

14. House of Memory of M. Tsvetaeva.

15. The Diocesan School.

16. Al-Qadir Mosque.

17. The Virgin Mary Convent.

18. The grave of MI Tsvetaeva.

19. German military graves.

Everyone who wants it can quickly navigate and visit, being in the city, this is an ancient famous building. During the reign of Empress Catherine II, the village received the status of a district town. At that time in the village lived only about 1000 inhabitants. But in the XIX century here flourished industry. And by the beginning of the 20th century Elabuga already had more than 10 000 inhabitants. There were a lot of merchants here, among which 12 were millionaires. A well-known dynasty of traders of the Staheevs supplied bread not only to the regions of Russia, but also to the countries of Europe. Local entrepreneurs Ushkovy founded the first chemical plants in the Prikamye, which in terms of production were the largest and most profitable enterprises of this kind in what was then Russia.

"Devil's Castle"

What is Yelabuga famous for? Its sights are so diverse that it will not last a whole day to visit them all. The symbol of the city is the tower of the "Devil's fort". This unique monument of history was once a tribal settlement of one of the local tribes. In the 10th century a Bulgarian fortification was built here. Now most of the building is destroyed. The only preserved tower is the stone tower, which is a stone hollow structure of cylindrical shape, covered with a metal domed roof. It is worth noting that in this form, this ancient relic reached us thanks to the efforts of merchant IV Shishkin, who in 1867, at his own expense, organized the restoration of the building on the old foundation and covering it with iron. The original masonry, consisting of rough stones, was preserved only on the north side.

Religious buildings

The largest temple of Elabuga is the Cathedral of the Savior, which was consecrated in 1821. In the mural of this magnificent structure participated well-known academic artists: the brothers Vereshchagin, IA Osokin, Bruni. The five-domed building with a five-tier bell tower was created in the spirit of classicism. Once, before the 1917 revolution, the cathedral had a rich decoration, amazing visitors with a large number of gold and silver ornaments and precious salaries. The main shrine of the temple is a man-made image of Christ the Savior.

Another worth noting is the Intercession Cathedral, built in the style of Empire and Baroque with elements of classicism. The time of its creation is also in the XIX century. On the territory of the city there is also a working female Elabuga Kazan-Bogoroditsky monastery, founded in 1856.

Another place that is worth a visit, being in Elabuga, is the St. Nicholas Church. Its wooden "ancestor" existed in the XVII century. In the next century, the building found stone walls. Subsequently, the church was rebuilt with the funds of parishioners. Thanks to donations, the church had a rich decoration. The main shrines of the temple are the icons of the Wonderworker Nicholas and the Savior, the Holy Chalice, found near Mamadysh in the first half of the 18th century. The very first church of Elabuga is Pokrovskaya, built by the decree of Tsar Ivan the Terrible. In 1813 it was rebuilt in stone. Later it was restored.

Jamig Mosque

Separately it is necessary to tell about the next sight of the city. The cathedral mosque Jamig was built here in 1992-1999 according to the project of the architect F. Sh. Galiev. This is a modern structure. To create it, the highest point of the city was chosen. The mosque is richly decorated. Its ceiling is crowned by a huge glass chandelier weighing 500 kg, made at the Saratov glass factory. The floor is covered with 27 carpets of emerald color, brought from Tajikistan. The height of the minaret is 57 meters. Every day dozens of Muslims rush here for the creation of prayer.

Monuments

What else is famous for the ancient city of Elabuga? Its attractions are very diverse. There are many monuments here. Among them are the following:

• The monument to NA Durova. Established in 1993. Durov on it is depicted sitting on a horse, in the form of a cornet of a hussar regiment. Sculptor FF Lyakh.

• The monument to I. Shishkin. Opened in 1991. It is installed at the intersection of Naberezhnaya and Shishkin streets. Sculptor Yu. G. Orekhov.

• Monument to VM Bekhterev. The opening occurred in 2007. On it the great scientist is depicted sitting on a bench and reading a book. Sculptors V. A. Demchenko and A. V. Golovachev.

• Monument to MI Tsvetaeva. The bust is dedicated to Marina Tsvetaeva, one of the greatest Russian poetesses. Sculptors V. A. Demchenko and A. V. Golovachev.

• Monument to DI Stakheev. Dedicated to the son of one of Yelabuga's richest merchants, DI Stakheev, who was also a writer. Opened in 2003. The sculptors VA Demchenko and A. V. Golovachev.

• Monument to the oil industry workers. The opening took place in 2003, the 60th anniversary of the beginning of oil development in Tatarstan. The oilman portrays the rock, from which the fountain beats oil. Sculptors V. A. Demchenko and A. V. Golovachev.

• Monument to the samovar. It was installed in 2008 on Khlebnaya Square. It is a forged samovar on the pedestal, next to which lie the steering wheel. Author A. Khakimov.

• Monument to signalmen and postmen. It depicts in full growth two human figures: a postman with a bicycle and a signalman on a lamp post. Sculptor V. Demchenko.

Shishkinsky Ponds

In this glorious city you can not only spend time on excursions, but also have a good rest. Yelabuga is famous for its unique natural landscapes, tranquility and tranquility. The sights, photos of which are presented here, are the pride of this region. One of them is the so-called Shishkinsky ponds. Today it is a unique recreation area, represented by two ponds with fountains beating in them and the green coast. Here you can admire the bridges with openwork rails, thrown over streams, sit on benches with carved backs, inhaling the fragrance of lawn flowers.

Square "1000 anniversary of Yelabuga"

Shishkinsky ponds are located in the park, dedicated to the millennial history of the city. This picturesque place is located right in front of the "Devil's Town". Beautiful apple alleys, flower beds everywhere, decorative benches and a lookout pyramidal platform with a bright tent on top - all these are the corners of the square "1000 anniversary of Yelabuga".

Monuments of nature

Where else should we visit when we are in Yelabuga? There are two unique natural monuments: Krasnaya Gorka and the Holy Key. The first of these is due to the red color of the cliffs of the high bank of the Kama River. This is an amazing place once depicted by the famous artist I. Shishkin in his painting "Krasnaya Gorka near Yelabuga." Looking at the water spring, called the Holy Key, you involuntarily recall another work by the same master called "Saint Key near Yelabuga". The monument is dedicated to St. Panteleimon, whom all Orthodox Christians pray for getting rid of diseases.

Thus, we went in absentia in the beautiful ancient city of Elabuga and studied its many sights. The Pokrovskaya church, the modern Jamig mosque, monuments, picturesque corners, and, of course, the "Devil's fort" - all these objects are worthy to look at them at least once in life.