Chuvashia is one of the oldest regions of the Volga region, known back in the times of the Golden Horde. It cannot boast of a developed infrastructure and variety of entertainment, like the center or south of Russia. Yes, and there are not so many natural attractions, but they contain the entire historical essence of this small region. Tourists are still infrequent visitors here, but over time everything will change. As soon as people learn to appreciate the nature of their native land, and not the comfort of foreign hotels, this beautiful corner of the Russian Federation will not escape their attention.
Monument "Mother Patroness"
One of the main symbols of Chuvashia is a sculpture depicting the image of a loving mother protecting her own children. The woman is dressed in the national Chuvash costume, her arms are extended forward. Her gesture shows all her immense love and strength, the desire to save everyone who is dear to her heart from troubles and illnesses. Construction of the monument was completed in 2003. The monument reaches 46 m in height and is considered the tallest in the entire republic. Even in the dark, the monument does not go unnoticed; it is illuminated from different sides by multi-colored spotlights and bright lanterns.
Moskovskaya embankment
The embankment is a favorite place for city guests and local residents. The length of this street is 5 km; every day many people come here to relax and stroll along the Volga River. Along the way you will come across various monuments.
Moskovskaya embankment
So, now you know where you should definitely go if you come to Chuvashia. Most tourists are delighted with these places and want to visit them again.
Vvedensky Cathedral
The oldest temple in Chuvashia was built back in the 16th century. The wooden building was completely burned down during a fire, but a few years later the building was rebuilt. Stone was used to strengthen the cathedral.
The temple was reconstructed several times. During the Great Patriotic War, the building was practically not damaged, but after its end, the appearance of the building changed somewhat. Despite numerous reconstructions, the building still retained its former Moscow Baroque features. Inside the cathedral there are surviving ancient icons and fresco paintings dating back to the 17th-18th centuries.
Temple of the Kazan Mother of God, Mariinsky Posad
The temple is located in the central historical part of the city. It was first mentioned in the 17th century. It was erected with donations from residents of Mariinsky Posad. Now the temple has four limits.
The main boundary is consecrated in the name of the icon of the Kazan Mother of God. Later, chapels were added in the name of St. Nicholas the Pleasant (Wonder Worker) and the Hieromartyr Lawrence. In the bell tower, erected a little later, there was a limit in the name of the holy noble prince Vladimir of Kyiv. The temple building has survived to this day through reconstruction carried out under the merchant Lavrentiy Matveevsky.
Location: Nakhimova street - 14.
Chuvash National Museum
A huge number of rare exhibits are collected in the museum located in Cheboksary. The founding date is considered to be 1921. With each new year, collections dedicated to the history, nature and culture of Chuvashia have been replenished. Currently, the museum houses over 160 thousand exhibits related to various fields of art and science.
One of the most visited exhibitions is “Nature and Man”. It is dedicated to the world of flora and fauna of Chuvashia. In the other two halls, visitors will be able to learn more about the history of the republic and its gradual development. A tour of the archeology hall will be no less interesting.
Merchant Efremov Boulevard
This street is one of the most important in the capital; in its importance it can be compared with Arbat in Moscow . Previously, it was called Blagoveshchenskaya, and then it was renamed in honor of Prokopiy Efremov, an honorary merchant and protector of the Chuvash. His houses, which were distinguished by their rich architecture, were located on the territory of the boulevard.
Merchant Efremov Boulevard
Victory Park
Near the river On the Volga River there is a memorial park dedicated simultaneously to several of the most terrible and bloody events in the history of Russia. In the center is the Monument to Military Glory. The main position is occupied by a kneeling soldier, holding a weapon in his hands. He bent over a motionless woman dressed in national clothes. An eternal flame burns brightly in front of the memorial. On the territory of the park there are park areas, benches for those who want to sit down and relax a little, enjoying the silence and tranquility.
Participants in the blog tour “In the Footsteps of Pushkin” traveled about 1000 km in five days, visiting 18 districts and 8 cities of Chuvashia. Thus, they repeated the route of Pushkin, who came to Chuvashia to obtain materials about the Pugachev uprising for the novel “The Captain's Daughter.”
Based on the results of the blog tour “In the Footsteps of Pushkin,” its organizer Andrei Fedorov compiled a list of 9 beautiful and significant places that every resident of the republic should definitely visit.
1. MOKRINSKY RAILWAY BRIDGE
The reinforced concrete structure is stunning in its monumentality. According to some reports, the length of the bridge is 400 m, width – 4 m, height – 20 m. There are not many similar bridges in Russia. The object is officially included in the list of historical and cultural monuments of the Kanash region of the Chuvash Republic. The bridge has not been operational since 1986 - traffic on it is closed, the rail track has been dismantled. Previously, it was used as a stage between the Mokry and Achaks railway stations.
Several legends are associated with the bridge. The first legend says that German aircraft tried to bomb the bridge, but could not find it. Another says that the bridge was built before the First World War.
Under the bridge there is a spring and a font. Now this is a favorite place for rope jumpers.
How to get there
The bridge is located in the village of Mokry, Kanashsky district, Chuvash Republic. From Cheboksary and Kazan you need to get to Kanash. Then drive towards Ibresi. On the road near Chagasi, turn right and drive along the asphalt to the village of Mokry. From Ulyanovsk you get to Kanash and turn left towards the village of Ibresi. GPS coordinates: N 55°29'31”; E 47°20'00” (on the map).
Value of place
A good place for photos and an opportunity to get in touch with history.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 92.6 km. (travel time: 1 hour 26 minutes); Kazan – 165 km. (travel time: 2 hours 22 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 175 km. (travel time: 2 hours 24 minutes).
Types of transport
Bus, car.
2. GOVERNOR'S MOUNTAIN
Sovereign Mountain was named after Catherine the Great’s visit to it, who was fascinated by the beautiful views of the Volga landscapes. This happened in 1763, when on the way to Kazan the Empress visited Sundyr. In her honor, the local nobility held a dinner on the mountain, which was later called the Sovereign.
At the foot of the mountain there are many springs with healing water. This is one of the main attractions of the city and a favorite vacation spot for citizens. The entire Mariinsky Posad and the Volga banks are in full view. In 1768, the Catherine oak grove was founded here, which has survived to this day.
How to get there
Gosudareva Mountain is located in the eastern part of Mariinsky Posad. From Cheboksary you reach the city of Mariinsky Posad, and from there through the street. Kalininskaya drive another 2.5 km. From Kazan, take the M7 highway until you reach the turn to Mariinsky Posad.
From Ulyanovsk you reach the city of Tsivilsk, turn onto the M7 highway towards Kazan. When passing the village of Opytny, do not miss the turn to Mariinsky Posad. GPS coordinates: N 56°07'17.4″; E 47°44'23.5″ (on the map).
Value of place
A good place for photos, natural, historical.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 52.1 km. (travel time: 1 hour 2 minutes); Kazan – 155 km. (travel time: 2 hours 55 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 247 km. (travel time: 3 hours 14 minutes).
Types of transport
Taxi, bus, car.
3. CAPE "BIRD'S FLIGHT"
Five kilometers from the town of Kozlovka is the village of Novorionovka. The high bank (popularly called “Bird’s Flight”) offers stunning views.
“Bird's Flight” is one of the highest points from the level of the Volga River in Chuvashia (more than 87 meters). This is just an incredibly beautiful place! Below are the old bed of the Volga and the mouth of the Anish River, forming several islands, water meadows and the so-called Kazan backwater. Local residents celebrate weddings, conscriptions, and last calls here.
How to get there
The cape is located in the village of Novorionovka, five kilometers from the city of Kozlovka. If you are driving from Cheboksary along the M7 highway, then the main thing is not to miss the turn to Karachevo. The asphalt goes straight to the village. There is a spring here.
From Kazan you get to the city of Kozlovka, and from there it’s a stone’s throw (11 km). It takes just over an hour to walk from the center of Kozlovka. GPS coordinates: N 55°52′13″; E 48°12′30″ (on the map).
Value of place
A good place for a photo, natural.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 86.8 km. (travel time: 1 hour 20 minutes); Kazan – 91.3 km. (travel time: 1 hour 29 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 243 km. (travel time: 3 hours 17 minutes).
Types of transport
On foot, car.
4. TOURIST CENTER “BIRD’S FLIGHT”
This is a private tourist base; all the houses here are built in the form of Mongolian yurts. Amenities include toilet and electricity. This pleasure costs 500 rubles per bed per day. There is still little entertainment here, but there is already a children's playground. I am sure that the base will develop, and soon the whole family will be able to come here for a weekend. The owners of the base are developing the beach and plan to build a ski resort in the future.
How to get there
The cape is located in the village of Novorionovka, five kilometers from the city of Kozlovka. If you drive from Cheboksary along the M7 highway, the main thing is not to miss the turn to Karachevo. The asphalt goes straight to the village. From Cape “Bird's Flight” drive 500 meters. From Kazan you get to the city of Kozlovka, and from there to the village of Novorodionovka (11 km.). GPS coordinates: N 55°52′14″; E 48°12′11″ (on the map).
Value of place
A good place for a photo, natural.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 86.8 km. (travel time: 1 hour 20 minutes); Kazan – 91.3 km. (travel time: 1 hour 29 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 243 km. (travel time: 3 hours 17 minutes).
Types of transport
Automobile.
5. GUEST HOUSE-MUSEUM “THE HOUSE WHERE YOU ARE WAITING”
It looks like an ordinary village house, but inside it is a real museum. The owners themselves, the Dankov family, live on the first floor, and guest rooms are located on the second floor. The owners not only prepare living rooms for tourists to stay, but also recreate elements of the life of a Chuvash village of past centuries. Tourists can join the traditional culture of farming, growing vegetables and berries in the garden beds of the guest house, and take part in morning and evening milking.
The mistress of the house and her assistants greet guests in national costumes; you can see gatherings in a Chuvash hut, listen to Chuvash folk songs and play games.
How to get there
The guest house is located in the village of Togaevo, twenty kilometers from the city of Mariinsky Posad. If you drive from Cheboksary, it will be about 55 km. The asphalt goes straight to the village. From Kazan you get to the Mariinsko-Posad turnoff, and from there through Chirskasy go another 70 km. But it's worth it. Downshifting in action. GPS coordinates: N 55°57'29” E 47°48'28” (on the map).
Value of place
Good place for a photo, Historical
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 55 km. (travel time: 57 minutes); Kazan – 190 km. (travel time: 2 hours 44 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 236 km. (travel time: 3 hours 05 minutes).
Types of transport
Automobile
6. NATIONAL PARK “CHUVASH VARMANE”
This is a unique natural complex, which is the focus of a wide variety of natural monuments - from biological to historical. Ecotourism as a method of environmental education is one of the leading activities of the national park. For vacationers, 8 walking tourist excursion routes have been developed, with a total length of 93 km, allowing them to fully enjoy the beauty of nature. The routes are equipped with information stands that allow you to see and understand the world around you in a new way.
How to get there
The national park is located 17 km from the village of Shemursha. By rail you get to the Kanash railway station, then by road to the village. Shemursha along the A151 highway (Ulyanovsk direction) 75 km. If you drive from Cheboksary, then along the way in the territory of one of the roadside cafes in the Komsomolsky district you can meet a brown bear that lives in captivity. The bear has become a kind of toy that lifts the spirits of visitors. GPS coordinates: N 54.82826 E 47.324162 (on the map).
Value of place
A good place for a photo, natural.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 166 km. (travel time: 2 hours 28 minutes); Kazan – 211 km. (travel time: 3 hours 11 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 106 km. (travel time: 1 hour 42 minutes).
Types of transport
Car, train.
7. IBRESINSKY ETHNOGRAPHIC OPEN AIR MUSEUM – ETHNOPARK MUSEUM
The museum contains more than 4 thousand original museum items. Total area of the museum: 1.5 hectares. In the museum's expositions, visitors will be able to familiarize themselves with monuments of nature, architecture, history, material and spiritual culture of the Chuvash and other peoples living in the republic. The art gallery features works by local artists. The entrance fee to the museum complex for adults is 100 rubles.
How to get there
The only ethnographic museum in the Chuvash Republic is located in the village of Ibresi, located at Komsomolskaya street, no. 31. By rail you get to the Ibresi railway station. You can easily get there by public transport. By car you reach the village of Ibresi. GPS coordinates: N 55°18′12″ E 47°2′31″ (on the map).
Value of place
A good place for photos, historical, cultural.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 115 km. (travel time: 1 hour 35 minutes); Kazan – 188 km. (travel time: 2 hours 35 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 162 km. (travel time: 2 hours 12 minutes).
Types of transport
On foot, car, train.
8. HOLY TRINITY MONASTERY, ALATYR
The Holy Trinity Alatyr Monastery was founded, according to legend, in the 16th century (1584) by order of Tsar John IV and was built at the expense of the Alatyr settlement and the Sovereign treasury. The monastery is famous for the miraculous Klyuchevskaya Kazan Icon of the Mother of God and miracles from the tomb of the Alatyr ascetic Schemamonk Vassian. Over the past years, 7 churches have been restored and rebuilt in the monastery - the Church of the Holy Trinity, the Church of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, the Church of St. Sergius Abbot of Radonezh, the Church of St. Seraphim of Sarov, the Church of the Apostle Barnabas, as well as the Church of St. Vassian in the newly built bell tower.
The total height of the bell tower from ground level to the base of the cross is 81.6 meters. The size of the bell tower allows you to see its spire and hear the ringing of its bells, of which the 18-ton bell stands out, almost anywhere in the ancient city.
How to get there
The Holy Trinity Alatyr Monastery is located in the city of Alatyr at the address st. Troitskaya, 22. By rail from Kanash on a commuter train you get to the Alatyr railway station. In addition, you can easily get there by public transport. GPS coordinates: N 54°51′16″ E 46°35′40″ (on the map).
Value of place
A good place for photos, historical, religious.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 196 km. (travel time: 2 hours 42 minutes); Kazan – 268 km. (travel time: 3 hours 52 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 173 km. (travel time: 2 hours 30 minutes).
Types of transport
Taxi, bus, car, train.
9. TEMPLE OF THE DORMSION OF THE HOLY VIRGIN, S. AKULEVO
The temple was built over four years from 1817 to 1821. at the expense of parishioners at the request of baptized local Chuvash. The temple is classified as a cultural and architectural monument of Republican significance. Nikita Bichurin’s father served in the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Every Saturday at 13.45 there is a prayer service with an akathist in front of the icon with the relics of the family’s patron saints, the noble princes Peter and Fevronia of Murom for family well-being. The rector of the parish, Priest Iliy Lebedev, plans to install a plaque on the walls of the church in the near future with information about his visit to Alexander Pushkin.
How to get there
The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is located in the village of Akulevo, Cheboksary district. You can easily get there by car by exiting the M7 highway. If you are coming from Kazan and Ulyanovsk, then you need to turn right after the village of Yanzakasy. GPS coordinates: N 55.9879499 E 47.5215949 (on the map).
Value of place
Historical, religious.
Distance from major cities
Cheboksary – 34 km. (travel time: 34 minutes); Kazan – 144 km. (travel time: 1 hour 58 minutes); Ulyanovsk – 226 km. (travel time: 2 hours 54 minutes).
Types of transport
Taxi, car
Sovereign Mountain
A few kilometers from the capital of the Chuvash Republic there is an amazing place, striking not only with its beauty, but also with a rich history. In 1763, the Great Empress Catherine II visited here. The ruler decided to hold a gala dinner at the top of the mountain, and a few years later the oak grove surrounding this place was named in honor of the empress.
Local residents love Sovereign Year for the wonderful tranquility that the view from its top can give. Tourists who dream of taking unique photos and looking at the picturesque Volga landscapes, which several decades ago were able to win the heart of Catherine II herself, also find it attractive to visit.
The most famous springs in Chuvashia
Where else can you find the purest and most delicious water, imbued with the energy of Mother Earth herself? Of course, in springs and underground springs, flowing in the most unexpected places. According to official data, there are more than 2,000 springs in Chuvashia, but not all of them have drinkable water.
Baideryakovsky spring
- Coordinates: 55.130483, 48.051683.
This unique natural monument, which is a system of ponds, is located on the border with Tatarstan. At the beginning of the 20th century, one of the most complex water supply systems of that time was built here according to the design of a German engineer, supplying water directly from a natural source.
He also designed the structure that hides the mechanism, which, by the way, has been working without failure for more than 100 years. The snow-white building is decorated with towers topped with Orthodox crosses, and in the center - a mysterious bas-relief. The spring is surrounded by thickets of Manchurian walnut and fruit trees.
Black keys
- Address: Latyshevo village, Yantikovsky district.
The cascade, consisting of 4 springs, is a wonderful place to relax. It is located in the village of Turmyshi, Yantikovsky district. The area in the vicinity of the keys is landscaped, so both residents of the Republic and tourists come to these places quite often. The water in them is suitable for drinking, and in the Turmyshka River, into which the springs flow, you can swim and fish.
