Dzerzhinsk, Nizhny Novgorod region. Attractions on the map, photos, what to see

A beautiful small town is located 34 km from Nizhny Novgorod. The second largest city in the Nizhny Novgorod region turned 80 years old in 2010. This area was first mentioned in documents in 1606. They talked about the transfer of lands on which large settlements were located to the Dudin monastery. In 1862, a railway station called Chernoye was built here, which gave impetus to the further development of the region.

Until 1929, there was a small village called Rastyapino. And in 1929, not far from the station, a plot of forest was cut down and at a ceremonial meeting, Dzerzhinsk was founded, named after the chairman of the Cheka, F. E. Dzerzhinsky. In 1930, the village was given city status, and the chemical industry began to develop intensively, the foundations of which were laid back in 1916.

During perestroika in the 90s, businesses closed and people left their homes in search of work. In recent decades, economic growth has been observed - new enterprises are being built, old ones are being reconstructed, research institutes, hospitals, and schools are opening. Now it is the largest settlement in the region.

Since chemical industry facilities are located here, this region is one of the most polluted in Russia. Perhaps the problem will be resolved soon.

The importance of the city in the modern world

The first mention of the city dates back to 1606. At that time, the Nizhny Novgorod region was called the Chernoretsky region. His lands were transferred to the Dudin monastery. Later, the entire village was transferred to the Annunciation Monastery, and in 1752 it was granted to the Trinity-Sergius Lavra. In 1866, a railway was built here.

Settlements in the village of Cherny (Pribrezhny district of Dzerzhinsk) gradually began to form around the stop. In 1904, the village was renamed Rastyapino; the reasons for this action are still unknown.

In 1869, the first alabaster factory was built here. 6 years later the rope factory opened. The village constantly grew and developed, additional industrial facilities were built, and the infrastructure for people was modernized. For example, in 1909 the first hospital was built. In 1930, the village of Rastyapino received city status.

Pyr Lake

This is one of the largest lakes in the Nizhny Novgorod region. Its area is 272 hectares and its depth is 3 meters. The water in the lake has a brownish tint, imparted to it by peat.

The bottom is covered with a thick layer of silt, and the approach to the lake is very difficult, since its shores are swampy. Rare plants grow in the lake, which are listed in the Red Book of the region. Lake Pyrskoe is a natural monument that is protected by the state.

Climate

Dzerzhinsk is located in an area with a temperate continental climate with relatively cold winters and warm summers. Cyclones from the Atlantic and Mediterranean often pass here, which increases cloudiness. In addition, an unfavorable environmental situation increases the risk of strange weather conditions, for example, severe frosts in May.

Winter begins in mid-November, during which time the ground is already covered with a dense layer of snow. Summers are most often warm, windless, with minimal precipitation. Cooling in autumn occurs gradually and smoothly. The average temperature in cold weather is -19 °C. In summer, the air warms up to +20-25 °C.

Ecology

Dzerzhinsk is now considered one of the most polluted cities in Russia. This affects population growth, economic development, and the health of city residents. Determining the actual level of pollution is quite difficult. The information is often false, the real situation is carefully hidden by the authorities and local business owners.

Chemical plants, other industries and the sludge lake pose a threat to people and the city’s ecology. The greatest danger comes from landfills where waste is stored. The largest of them is called the “Black Hole”. According to many experts, it is one of the most polluted landfills in Europe.

Now, in order to eliminate the consequences of long-term pollution of soil, air and water, large financial investments will be required. Fortunately, residents notice that after the closure of some factories, it has become much easier to breathe. In addition, crayfish have appeared in the Oka, which indicates that the water has become a little cleaner.

Population

Currently the city has a population of 231,797 people. Dzerzhinsk ranks 2nd in population in the Nizhny Novgorod region. The latest census showed that the population is gradually decreasing. The reduction amounts to 20,000 people.

Most often, young people leave the city to get a better education and families who are looking for settlements with a higher standard of living. In addition, the city has a fairly high mortality rate, an indicator that increases with the advent of new landfills for storing toxic substances.

Official sources report that the average life expectancy is 60-64 years. According to European studies, this figure decreases to the age of 50 years.

The bulk of the population is Russian and professes Orthodoxy . The bulk of the residents are descendants of those who lived in Rastyapino. Other townspeople are the great-grandchildren, children and grandchildren of those who were sent to Dzerzhinsk to work in local enterprises during the Soviet Union.

Book House

The building is based on a standard library design, but what makes the building unique is that its central entrance is located on the second floor. The staircase leading to the entrance resembles an airplane ramp.

The Book House has four floors, but no windows are visible on the third floor. The windows on this floor open onto balconies with high railings, which, in turn, are decorated with mosaics. These are gathering places for Dzerzhinsk writers; literary evenings and exhibitions are held there.

Location: Tsiolkovsky Avenue - 21g.

Flora and fauna

The forest area around and inside the city is 28,000 hectares. They are dominated by pine, which makes up 45% of the total number of trees. In addition, you can find birch, alder, and oak.

The fauna is represented by wild boars, moose, wolves, martens and foxes. In addition, you can meet hares, badgers and gophers.

How to get there

The city is located in the central part of the country, in the large Nizhny Novgorod region, so you can get to Dzerzhinsk from anywhere in the country.

By plane

There is only an airfield on the territory of the city, which does not carry out passenger transportation. The airport closest to Dzerzhinsk is located in the regional capital, Nizhny Novgorod. It's called "Strigino".

There are 3 ways to get from the airport to the city:

• Bus. First you need to take bus number 56. Next, after getting off at the “Gardens of Hope” stop, you need to wait for bus No. 202 or minibus No. t307. The total cost will be 130 rubles.
• Taxi. The most convenient way throughout Russia is to use the Yandex smartphone application. Taxi. The prices are reasonable there and it is much easier to find a car. Travel time excluding traffic jams will be 35 minutes. An economy class car will cost 620 rubles.

• Electric train. Passengers are transported to Dzerzhinsk on 2 routes: No. 6315 and No. 6021. Travel time is 40 minutes. The ticket costs 100 rubles.

Prices for the flight itself vary depending on the city of departure. Moscow. An economy class ticket will cost 2,300 rubles. Travel time will be 50 minutes. A business class ticket costs more, from 4,500 rubles. Travel time will be 75 minutes.

By train

The city's railway station is located at Privokzalnaya Square, 1. It is quite small, occupying only the 1st floor, where there is a waiting room and ticket offices.

Options:

• Moscow. A ticket for a reserved seat costs from 750 rubles, in a compartment the price is higher – 2150 rubles. Travel time is 5 hours 45 minutes.

• Saint Petersburg . A ticket for a reserved seat costs from 2,000 rubles, for a compartment the price is higher – 2,800 rubles. Travel time 14 hours 35 minutes.

By car

The M7 Volga federal highway runs near the city. The distance from Moscow is 395 km. Travel time (excluding traffic jams and stops) – 4 hours 14 minutes. The cost of fuel, based on 42 rubles/l, will be 1344 rubles.

Arboretum

The arboretum began its existence in 1951 and is located in the southeast of the city, occupying 15 hectares . Initially, the idea of ​​its creation was to revive those pine forests that were cut down during the construction of the city.

On the territory of the arboretum there is a huge number of trees and shrubs of different species. Most of them are exotic and were not previously typical for the Nizhny Novgorod region. To protect these exotic plants from the wind, a windbreak of trees was planted in the arboretum.

Location: Pushkino village, Sadovaya street.

Types of transport in the city

Transport links in the city are provided by municipal buses and trolleybuses. In addition, there are private minibuses. The fare is 30 rubles. Tram traffic in the city was suspended on December 17, 2015, due to its unprofitability and a drop in passenger traffic between the residential areas of the city and the eastern industrial area.

In addition, there are several intercity bus and train routes that provide convenient and comfortable movement of passengers throughout the region.

Main attractions

Dzerzhinsk, whose attractions include both historical and cultural monuments and natural sites, is a city where the chemical industry is one of the most developed in Russia.

Religious buildings

There are several interesting places in Dzerzhinsk, which tourists from all over Russia come to see:

• Shukhov Tower. This power line support, built in the shape of a cone, is located 12 m from Dzerzhinsk on the river bank. The tower is a mesh shell. It was built between 1927 and 1929 by the famous Soviet engineer V. G. Shukhov. You can get there by bus No. 105, but you will have to walk for about 20 minutes.

• Church ensemble on Svyato-Tikhonovsky Proezd. The complex consists of 3 churches, one of which is still unfinished. Tikhon's Church is made of wood and complemented by black, aged domes. The Temple of John the Baptist is made of brick and decorated with green and gold elements. You can get to this attraction by minibuses No. T1, No. 23, No. 30.
• Temple of St. Anthony the Great . The church is located in the northern part of the city and is considered a fairly young building. The cross was illuminated in 2006, and the first service was held on Easter in 2010. The temple is made in the classical Russian style, made of white and red stone. A large golden dome rises on the roof.

Museums

There are several museums and cultural sites in Dzerzhinsk:

• Museum of Local Lore. It was opened in 1932 and worked even during the war years. In total, 72 exhibitions were held there. The most popular are the halls with exhibits from the pre-revolutionary and Soviet periods. The museum is located at Dzerzhinsky Avenue, 8. It is open from 10:00 to 17:00 daily. The cost of an adult ticket is 80 rubles. For schoolchildren, pensioners and other benefit groups, admission costs 50 rubles. You can get there by trolleybuses No. 2, No. 3 and by minibuses No. t23, No. t27.

• Drama theatre . An ideal place for lovers of cultural recreation. The history of the theater began in 1946, after the closure of the Yelets Drama Theater. Now there is a fairly diverse repertoire here, there are productions for every taste. The average ticket price is 450 rubles. You can get there by buses No. 28 and No. 6.
• Book House . The modern building was built in 1975 in the classic Soviet style. The library has been operating here since 1926. Now it contains more than 500,000 volumes of various works. The House of Books is located at: Tsiolkovskogo Avenue, 21B, you can get to the place by buses No. T29, No. T30, No. T33.

Natural attractions

In addition to historical and cultural attractions, Dzerzhinsk has several interesting objects related to nature.

Namely:

• Lake Parsko. The reservoir is considered the largest in the region, its depth reaches 5 m. The exact cause of its origin is currently unknown. Some scientists believe that the lake was formed by ash in a basin. Other experts are of the opinion that the place has karst origin.

• Petting zoo . Some predators can be seen here, such as foxes and raccoons, as well as domestic animals including horses, donkeys and goats. All animals can be petted and touched, and fed for an additional fee. The zoo is located at Lenin Avenue 66B, open from Friday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. The ticket price is 120 rubles. for adults, 70 rub. - for children.

Monuments

Dzerzhinsk, whose sights are created in different architectural styles, is a city with a centuries-old history.

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• House with a spire. The project was created in 1951. The main inspirer’s name is A.F. Kusakin. The house is made in turquoise color, the top floor is complemented by a spire and stone columns. This attraction is the calling card of Dzerzhinsk.

• Monument to Dzerzhinsky . The plan for the monument was created in 1946. 2 years later it was officially opened in memory of the founder of the city. Around the huge bronze structure there is a small picturesque square with benches and colorful stone roads.
• Memorial to the memory of fallen heroes . The monument is located on Heroes Square and is officially called “Obelisk of Glory”. It was opened on May 9, 1965 in honor of the anniversary of the victory over fascism.

Leisure

Dzerzhinsk, whose sights will be of interest to all tourists, is located in Central Russia, not far from Nizhny Novgorod.

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• Dzerzhinsky Dendrological Park. It was founded in 1951, under the leadership of experienced foresters. The park's landscape is perfectly designed. City guests and residents can stroll through parks and alleys where more than 500 species of plants grow, including especially rare ones. Here you can see Manchurian walnut, silver maple, Austrian pine, and Polish larch.

• Our Energy . In Dzerzhinsk, for lovers of active recreation there are not only parks, but also gyms. The sports club “Our Energy” is located at: Uritskogo Street, 3. The complex offers a huge variety of group classes, for example, yoga, sports dancing, Zumba. There is also a spa center with a solarium and massage rooms.

petting zoo

Popular attractions of Dzerzhinsk could not do without a petting zoo - the main attraction for children. This is not the zoo that many of us are used to, or rather, not quite the same. Here you can not only look at the animals, but also pet them.

This is a landscaped green area where you can interact with raccoons, sheep, goats, horses and ponies, and watch poultry. In the petting zoo you are allowed to pet and feed the animals and take photographs with them. More recently, the Australian kangaroo appeared here and became the main decoration.

Interesting places to relax with children

Dzerzhinsk, whose sights will delight many children, is a city that is one of the most polluted settlements in Russia and the world.

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• Puppet Theatre. The attraction was built in 1980. One of the founders was named Vladimir Kazachenko. Now he is considered the main director. The theater is made in classicism style from white stone. The external façade is decorated with black stucco. The theater is open daily from 10:00 to 15:00. It is located at: Lenin Avenue, 66A. The average ticket price is 200 rubles. You can get there by buses No. 28, No. 105, No. 106.

  
  While sightseeing in Dzerzhinsk, you cannot miss the puppet theater.

• Fountain "Tornado". This musical fountain was built in 2007. Since then it has been a favorite vacation spot for all citizens and tourists. During the daytime, elderly people and mothers with children walk here. In the evening a lot of young people come.

Fountain "Tornado"

The light and music fountain “Tornado”, which adorns Lenin Square, is a favorite vacation spot for local residents and is also a bright and noticeable landmark of the city. This water show attraction, which appeared in 2009, was created on the basis of unique developments and innovations. Quite bright water effects are demonstrated to everyone present accompanied by high-quality musical accompaniment. The spectacle is simply gorgeous, captivating literally from the first minutes. The fountain looks even more impressive at night, when it is illuminated from different sides by 52 spotlights.

Excursions

For those guests who like fully planned trips, Dzerzhinsk has several ready-made excursions with a fully planned route.

Semenov

Semenov is a small town in the Nizhny Novgorod region, which is considered the “capital of Khokhloma”. An excursion to this locality will be interesting for both adults and children. Workers tell tourists the history of this destination and show master classes.

The tour program includes:

• Departure at 08:00.
• Excursion support on the bus.
• Visit to the Golden Khokhloma Museum.

• Excursion to the factory where tableware and interior items are made.
• Master Class.
• Lunch in the city.
• Departure to Dzerzhinsk.

Excursion time is 8 hours. An adult ticket costs 1,400 rubles. For schoolchildren there is a discount of 100 rubles.

Optina Pustyn, Klykovo, Shamordino

The tour takes place around the main churches and monasteries of Nizhny Novgorod and adjacent regions. The tour lasts a little more than one day and costs 2,400 rubles.

The excursion program includes:

• Departure by bus from DKH at 22:00.
• 07:00. Approximate arrival at the Vvedensky Stavropegial Monastery.
• Tour of the monastery.
• Free time. During this period, tourists can relax or take a walk around the area.
• Transfer to Klykovo (Savior of the Hermitage Not Made by Hands - monastery).

• Lunch in the refectory. It is not included in the tour price, so it is available for an additional fee.
• A tour of the monastery with an experienced guide who will tell you all the known information.
• Moving to the village of Shamordino “Kazan Ambrosievskaya stauropegial women’s hermitage”.
• Tour of the monastery.
• Visiting the “Life-Giving Spring”, “Kazan Spring”.
• Heading home.
• Snack on the bus.

Route for exploring the city on your own in 1-2 days

Dzerzhinsk is a city whose sights you can easily explore on your own.

The main task is to create a competent route:

• 09:00-10:00. Central square. First stop when exploring the city. There is an ancient building there, where the city administration is now located. In addition, there is a monument to F. E. Dzerzhinsky on the square.

• 10:30-12:00. After walking through the Central Square, it is recommended to walk along the main streets, where you can enjoy the beauty of the monumental buildings and cleanliness.
• 12:30-13:30. Palace of Culture of Chemists. An attraction where you can find information about the main industry in the city.
• 14:00-16:00. Museum of Military Glory of Veterans of the Great Patriotic War and Local Wars.
• 16:30-17:00. Walk along the Oka. Tourists can enjoy the beauty of the river from land or rent a small boat and ride on the water.
• 17:30-18:00. TB Dispensary. Walking along the river, you can reach this place. The attraction will be of interest to lovers of old and destroyed buildings.
• 19:00-20:00. Church of Anthony the Great. If a tourist wants to go inside, then the visit to the attraction should be rescheduled for the first half of the day.
• 20:30-22:00. Dinner. The Dacha or Parus restaurants are perfect for this.

Drama theatre

This theater was opened in 1945 and was located in the Palace of Culture. Sverdlova. The theater troupe's debut performance took place in November 1946. Due to the lack of its own building, the theater at first had to give performances in factories' clubs and various cultural centers. However, in 1980, the theater was allocated its own separate building, located on Mira Boulevard.

Thanks to the convenience and equipment of the new building, the theater's performances have become much more interesting and brighter. Currently, the theater's repertoire is very diverse - it hosts productions of both domestic and foreign classics.

Location: Mira Boulevard - 28.

Hotels

Dzerzhinsk is a small city, but tourists with any price preferences can find a hotel here.

Country Hotel Chaika

The hotel is located in the village of Zhelnino, just 8 km from Dzerzhinsk. The guest complex is located on the river bank. It is in this place that residents and guests can escape the dirty air of the city and enjoy nature.

For guests, the hotel has a beach, free internet, parking, a spa and a bar where you can buy alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

A standard room costs 6,000 rubles. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are also included in the room rate. Superior Suite will cost guests 18,000 rubles.

Chernorechye Park Hotel

The hotel is designed in a modern style and is located in the city center, close to the bus station. It offers parking, a bar with refreshments and free internet. In addition, all room rates include a buffet breakfast.

The standard room is designed in a modern style, in white and gray tones. The decor also contains wooden elements. The room has a bathroom with shower, TV, air conditioning, double bed, wardrobe and dressing table.

Hostel on Tereshkova

The hotel is located in the center of Dzerzhinsk, near the bus station. It features a shared lounge, free internet throughout and parking. The main advantage of this hotel is that pets are allowed.

A small double room with its own wardrobe, desk and air conditioning costs just under 1,000 rubles. Unfortunately, the bathroom is shared. A bed in a room for men and women for 6 people costs 500 rubles.

Monument to Dzerzhinsky

The monument is located on the main square of the city, also called Dzerzhinskaya Square. It was on this spot that the first stone was laid in 1929, marking the beginning of the development of the city. The monument is located in a park planted with linden trees, and along the perimeter of the park spirea ilmofolia grows. The monument to Dzerzhinsky is made of bronze and is located on a granite pedestal. This is a quiet and soulful place in the city.

Location: Dzerzhinsky Square.

What to bring as a souvenir

There are several interesting souvenirs from Dzerzhinsk:

• Beer. One of the founders of the city's distillery was a German, so the alcoholic drinks from this distillery are considered to be of especially high quality and are valued throughout the region.

• Candies and other sweets . In Dzerzhinsk there is a factory “Traditions of Quality”, which has been operating for more than 100 years. The best souvenirs will be the “Ryzhik” and “Meteorite” candies. In addition, you can buy an assorted box with city attractions on the labels.

Palace of Culture of Chemists

This is another architectural monument of the city of Dzerzhinsk. It opened for citizens in April 1959. The palace consists of several levels: a gas shelter, a ground floor, three floors and a round building topped with the largest Russian flag in the entire region. The outside of the building is decorated with black granite and the inside with marble. The palace also houses a large theater hall.

Location: Lenin Avenue - 62.

Reviews about the holiday

According to guests of Dzerzhinsk, the main advantage of the city is its ancient churches with magnificent architecture. In addition, tourists highlight the beautiful nature of the city and region. Positive impressions are spoiled only by the unfavorable environmental situation, which repels a large number of tourists.

Dzerzhinsk is a young city that has an interesting history dating back to antiquity. Now all residents of Russia know about it. After all, the environmental situation in the city is not the most favorable; even interesting sights and adjacent natural beauty cannot increase the influx of tourists and migrants.

House with a spire

This is one of the most important architectural monuments of the city, which was built in 1955. In fact, what makes this house significant is the spire, located on the central part of the structure. The house is separated from the sidewalks by lawns with trees and shrubs. Now the building is painted rich green, making it stand out from the crowd of other buildings.

Location: Prospekt Chkalova street - 12.