Sights of Mordovia - overview and photos of interesting places

Museum of Local Lore named after. I.D. Voronina

This museum, located in the capital of Mordovia, is considered the oldest cultural institution on its territory. It was created in 1918 through the efforts of about a hundred local historians, who spent years collecting exhibits for it. In 2001, the museum officially became one of the institutions with the greatest cultural value in the republic. Another 4 years later, he was given the name of Ivan Dmitrievich Voronov, a local historian who distinguished local history as an independent science, literary critic and writer.

The museum has a historical exhibition, a modern history department and exhibits telling about the nature of the region. The total number of its exhibits exceeds 200,000 . Here you can get acquainted with valuable books, collections of coins, ancient weapons, and also see stuffed animals of different species.

Location: Moskovskaya street - 48.

Opening of the first museum

In 1901, one of its first museums was opened on the territory of the Mordovian city of Temnikov, with donations from local patrons of the arts Among the nobles who decided to open the museum were relatives of the famous Russian admiral Fyodor Ushakov and the writer Alexander Ivanovich Kuprin.

After 55 years, the museum was closed, and its unique exhibits were transferred to the Republican Museum of Local Lore in Saransk . After 10 years, the museum was reopened with the help of the famous local historian of Mordovia P.P. Smirnov, but the exhibits were not returned to the museum and they began to be collected again.

Today the museum is considered one of the largest repositories of rare historical rarities and therefore it was included among the most valuable objects of cultural artifacts of Mordovia.

Museum of Fine Arts. S.D. Erzi

This wonderful museum is located in Saransk. It exhibits the world's largest collection of works by the famous sculptor Erzya. Also in the museum you can contemplate the works of artists Sychkov and Makarov. These three cultural figures are natives of Mordovia.

The museum has an art salon where you can not only view, but also buy your favorite works of painting and sculpture by contemporary authors.

Location: Kommunisticheskaya street - 61.

Museum of Combat and Labor Feat

The museum is located on Victory Square in Saransk. It was opened for the 50th anniversary of the Great Victory. The square on which it is located is a memorial complex. The granite slabs on the facade of the museum are designed in the form of a St. George ribbon, and the roof is stylized as a Russian kokoshnik.

In the museum you can see letters from the front, war photographs, awards, personal belongings of soldiers, samples of weapons and military archives. Also in its collections there are works of art that show the heroism and courage of our soldiers. In addition, it presents an exhibition on the topic of modern local wars.

Location: Sovetskaya street - 34A.

What to see on the territory of the republic

Mordovia, whose attractions and establishments are mainly located in Saransk, Ruzevka and Krasnolobodsk, is considered an inexpensive state.

Monuments

There are a large number of monuments throughout the republic, the most famous of which are:

Monument to railway workers. It was installed on the station square in the city of Ruzevka back in 2011. A real freight train was transported for the monument, which was built in 1954 and was regularly used to transport various goods across the territory of Mordovia. Next to the train you can see 2 bronze figures - a father and a son. Anyone can visit the attraction.
Monument to Admiral F. F. Ushakov . It is located on the cathedral square in the city of Saransk. In the entire history of naval battles, he has never lost. The admiral spent the rest of his life in Saransk, and during World War II he was engaged in active charitable activities. A monument was erected in his honor, and the admiral himself was canonized. His relics are kept in the Sanaksar Monastery and are periodically transported throughout the Russian Federation.
Monument to the natives of Mordoviawho fell during the Great Patriotic War. This monument was erected in 1970 on Victory Square in the city of Saransk. The names of those who died in the war are carved on the granite slabs of the arch.
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Monument "Forever with Russia". It was built in 1986 on Peoples' Friendship Square as a sign of the bonding and mutual work of the 2 countries. The monument depicts two women who symbolize 2 states carrying ears of wheat.
"Walk of Fame". This is a whole complex of sculptures in honor of the main famous personalities, natives of Mordovia. It is located on the left bank of the Saranka River. The complex was opened back in 1979.

Temples and mosques

Mordovia has a large number of attractions, the main of which are temples, mosques and monasteries.

Some of the most visited are:

Ionic Theological Church. The structure was built around 1600. Initially, the building was wooden and only in 1693 it underwent complete restoration. For a long time in history, it was the only functioning church in the Saransk region. Address: st. Democratic, 28.
Cathedral of Theodore Ushakov . It was erected after the admiral was canonized. The structure became a record for its size and height in the entire Volga region. The highest point of the cathedral is 63 m, and during worship there can be about 3 thousand people in it at the same time. Address: st. Sovetskaya, 53.
Historical mosque. It was built in 1824 as a sign of respect to Mullah Mukhamet Yusif Seyfullov. The architecture of the building contains various styles. This is the only mosque on the territory of Mordovia that has functioned throughout all historical periods to this day. Address: s. Altars, st. Sovetskaya, 77.
Cathedral Mosque . It was completed in 2010 and is one of the main attractions in the Ruzaevsky district. The structure has 2 domes measuring 1 thousand m2 each. Address: s. Tatarskaya Pishlya, st. Lesnaya, 16.

Architectural buildings

The largest number of different architectural buildings is located in Saransk. Most of them were erected in the 19th-20th centuries.

Main architectural structures:

Stadium "Mordovia Arena". A colossal structure that was erected to host FIFA games. It is very convenient and functional; the exits are designed so that when the stadium is completely full, there is no crowding or lack of free space. The maximum occupancy of the Mordovia Arena is approximately 45 thousand people. Address: st. Volgogradskaya, 1.
Mordovian State University . It is one of the tallest buildings in Saransk. At the top of the building there is an observation deck, which is visited daily by about 200 people. From it you can look at the entire city and enjoy the views. Address: st. Bolshevistskaya, 68.

Cost of visiting: adults – 100 rubles, schoolchildren and students – 50 rubles, children under 7 years old and veterans – free.

Museums

Mordovia, whose attractions are mostly presented in the form of museums, is fighting to preserve the memory of history and culture.

There are several popular museums in the country:

Mordovian Republican Museum of Fine Arts . It stores the most valuable and ancient paintings of Mordovia. Today, the museum houses about 15 thousand different installations, and about 60 thousand people visit exhibitions annually. Inside the room, everything is equipped according to the latest technologies, there is an audio guide near each exhibition, all paintings are illuminated with a special soft light. There is also free WiFi throughout the museum. Address: st. Kommunisticheskaya, 61. Cost of visiting: free. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00-18:00, Thursday: 11:00-20:00, Monday: closed.
Mordovian Republican United Museum of Local Lore . The room contains exhibits related to nature, modern and ancient history of Mordovia. The museum contains more than 200 thousand various household items, equipment, memorial items, as well as fine art. Address: st. Saranskaya, 2. Cost of visiting: free. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00-18:00, Monday: closed.
Memorial Museum of Military and Labor Feat . It was opened in honor of the 50th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The building itself is made in a colorful style. If you look at the building from above, it resembles the territory of Mordovia on the world map. From the outside, the building looks like a St. George ribbon with characteristic copper outlines similar to medals. Inside the museum there are more than 40 thousand different exhibits of the Great Patriotic War, from letters from relatives to weapons of that time. Address: st. Sovetskaya, 34. Cost: free admission, photography of exhibits 60 rubles, full tour from a guide in 5 different languages 1000 rubles/hour. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00, closed on Monday.
Museum of Folk Culture . It was opened in 1999 in a building that previously belonged to the merchant Barablin. In the building you can find national clothes, household items, photographs of families and various things that were used in national rituals and holidays. Address: st. Sovetskaya, 19. Cost: admission is free. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 to 18:00, and Monday is a day off.

Gardens and parks

A large number of park areas and squares have been preserved in Mordovia:

Leninsky Park of Culture . One of the largest and quietest parks in Saransk. It is located in close proximity to the bus station and the television and radio broadcasting company of the same name “Mordovia”. Squirrels and many different species of birds can still be found in the park. Address: st. Pionerskaya, 2.
Pushkinsky Park of Culture and Leisure . This is one of the favorite vacation spots among the residents of Mordovia. The entire territory occupies approximately 40 hectares; the park itself contains artificial lakes, recreation areas, playgrounds and entertainment complexes. Previously, there was a city garden on this site, which was expanded in 1935. Address: st. Krasnoarmeyskaya, 1. Opening hours: every day from 6:00 to 22:00.
Ecopark . It is located on the left side of the bank of the Insar River, in the park area there are special pedestrian and bicycle paths, benches are placed throughout the territory, and there is also a beach area where anyone can have a picnic. Address: st. Mokhovaya. Opening hours: 24 hours a day.

Locomotive Depot Museum

The locomotive depot museum is located in Ruzaevka, a large railway junction and one of the main centers of railway transport in Russia. At the entrance to the museum there are two soldiers with guns, as was the case at the beginning of the twentieth century. Visitors to the museum have an excellent opportunity to learn the history of the legendary steam locomotive "Cuckoo", which is considered a symbol of Ruzaevka, as well as about the local depot and railway transport of the beginning of the last century.

Location: Lenin street - 48.

Wooden toy as a regional brand

The capital of wooden toys of Mordovia is called the village of Podlesnaya Tavla , since here in the seventies of the last century a school for carving wooden toys was founded, which later became the main tourist souvenir of the republic. Moreover, wooden horses are especially popular among tourists.

It is known that with the help of a wooden toy you can decipher the distinctive features of a style that is characteristic of a particular period of history, or determine what kind of social structure is characteristic of that time. In addition, such toys can even play the role of a regional brand, which is what happened with the toys from this Mordovian village.

Drama Theater

The Mordovian State National Drama Theater is located in the capital of the republic. In addition to classical performances, here you can see productions by Mordovian playwrights, which are staged in the Mordovian languages (Erzyan and Moksha) with simultaneous translations into Russian. Theater actors actively tour the territory of the republic and neighboring regions where Mordovians live.

The theater has existed since 1889. Then it was organized by graduates of the Shchepkinsky Theater School who returned to their small homeland and were given an ancient house at their disposal. Since 2007, the theater has been located in a new building.

Location: Sovetskaya street - 60.

Musical Theater named after. THEM. Yausheva

One of the attractions of Saransk is the musical theater. It hosts classical music concerts, operas, operettas, comedy musical and ballet performances. The theater opened in 1935. By the beginning of the 75th season, the theater was allocated a new building. Its auditorium began to accommodate more than 700 people. In terms of its acoustic characteristics, this hall is one of the best in Russia. Then, in 2011, it was named after the Mordovian singer I.M. Yausheva.

Location: Bohdan Khmelnytsky Street - 36.

Cathedral of the Holy Righteous Warrior Theodore Ushakov

The cathedral was built in Saransk in 2006. It was consecrated by Patriarch Alexy II. The cathedral building was erected in the Empire style, and the dome is made in the neo-Byzantine style. The temple rises 62 meters from ground level. It has 4 belfries, each of which has 3 bells made in Tutaev using ancient technologies. The cathedral can be visited by more than 3,000 people at the same time.

Location: Sovetskaya street - 53.

Church of St. John the Evangelist

The Church of St. John the Evangelist in Saransk was erected in 1693 on the site where there had previously been an old wooden church.

At the end of the 30s, the temple was closed and the NKVD archive was placed here. In 1944, the church was reopened to parishioners. For a long time it was the only functioning church in the city. Since 1960, the temple has been included in the list of architectural monuments of federal significance.

Location: Democratic street - 28.

Interesting facts about Mordovia

One of the republics within the Russian Federation, Mordovia, differs from many other regions in its particularly rich culture. An ancient people live here with their traditions and customs, which have not yet completely surrendered under the onslaught of civilization in the European part of Russia. Mordovia is also incredibly beautiful, not to mention the local crafts that are still thriving here, which can delight any person interested in different cultures.

Facts about Mordovia

About 15-16 times more people live in Moscow than in this entire republic.
Mordovia received the status of a republic in 1934, having previously been an autonomous region for 4 years.
Three languages have official status in Mordovia - Russian, Moksha and Erzya. These are the native languages of the main three ethnic groups living here.
This is a flat region, without high mountains. The highest point of all Mordovian territories reaches a height of only 324 meters above sea level.
Of all the Russian republics, Mordovia is the closest to Moscow; the distance to the capital in a straight line is only 330 kilometers.
There are over 1000 different species of insects here (interesting facts about insects).
1,525 rivers flow through Mordovian land, but only 10 of them are more than 100 km in length.
More than 1,230 species of higher vascular plants grow here.
Almost half of the total population of Mordovia lives in Saransk, the capital of the republic.
There are many prisons on the territory of the Republic of Mordovia, and about 3-4% of the population here, strictly speaking, are prisoners. Most of them come from other regions of Russia, but they serve their sentences in local correctional institutions, of which there are more than 30, that is, more than in any other subject of the Russian Federation.
At the end of 2011, Saransk, the Mordovian capital, was recognized as the winner of the competition “The most comfortable urban settlement in Russia” among cities of the first category (interesting facts about Russian cities).
On the territory of Mordovia there are more than 1000 ponds, lakes, reservoirs and other bodies of water.
The first Mordovian newspaper began to be published even before the revolution, in 1906. It was called "The Man".
The famous French actor Gerard Depardieu, who became a Russian citizen, registered in Saransk, and since then has been paying taxes to the treasury of Mordovia.
In general, Mordovia is quite safe. At least, statistics say that the crime rate here is on average half as low as the Russian average.

One of the most popular Mordovian souvenirs is the traditional local balsam, called “Mordovian”. It consists of 39 different ingredients.
The first museum in Mordovia appeared in the city of Temnikov. It was opened thanks to the investments and efforts of a number of patrons, including relatives of the famous admiral Fyodor Ushakov (interesting facts about Ushakov).
In the Mordovian village of Podlesnaya Tavla, local craftsmen make traditional wooden toys, which are officially recognized as one of the seven Finno-Ugric wonders of the world.
Mordovia is famous for its roses. Every year, more than 30 million of these flowers are grown in the republic, which is about 10% of the total rose production in Russia.
Among all regions of the Russian Federation, Mordovia ranks one of the first in terms of the number of sports facilities.
In the 17th century, one of the Saransk governors was the ancestor of the famous poet M. Yu. Lermontov.
The Republic of Mordovia is one of the recognized centers of the Finno-Ugric world, and since mid-2002 the central office of the Association of Finno-Ugric Peoples of Russia has been located in Saransk.
Once upon a time, the famous instigator of the peasant revolt, Emelyan Pugachev, visited Saransk, the capital of Mordovia. They even erected a monument to him in this city (interesting facts about Emelyan Pugachev).
In 2022, a number of FIFA World Cup matches were held in Saransk.
It was in Mordovia that one of the first nature reserves in Russia was founded.

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Paraskeva-Voznesensky Convent

The monastery is located on the territory of the Ruzaevsky district in the village of Paygarma. In 1865, an icon of the martyr Paraskeva was discovered on the territory of a rural church, and in connection with this significant event, it was decided to build a monastery here, which would bear the name of the saint. The territory of the monastery covers an area of about 11 hectares . Its churches, chapels and bell towers were built in different architectural styles, and in general the architectural complex of the monastery looks very harmonious. The monastery is regularly visited by many pilgrims seeking spiritual growth and searching for their true path.

Location: 60 Let Oktyabrya Avenue - 49a.

Sanaksar Monastery

The Sanaksar Monastery is located near the town of Temnikov on the banks of the Moksha River, surrounded by a pine forest. Its history began in 1659. The most revered shrines of the monastery are the relics of the saints St. Theodore, the righteous warrior Theodore (Ushakov), St. Alexander the Confessor, as well as the icon of the Mother of God. Pilgrims from all over Russia come to touch its shrines.

Library named after A.S. Pushkin

This is the main national library of Mordovia. It began its existence in 1899, when a library-reading room was created through the joint efforts of the intelligentsia of Saransk. Her visit was absolutely free.

At first there were very few books in it, but through donations its fund gradually increased. In 1939, the library became a republican library and a separate building was allocated for it. In 1970 it was moved to a new building, where it is still located.

Recently, a 9-story building was added to it, which made it possible to increase the size of the library several times. Among its many divisions there is a department entirely dedicated to the work of literary figures of Mordovia. The institution has established close contacts with other libraries of the Finno-Ugric peoples, including those located in foreign countries.

Location: Bogdan Khmelnytsky Street - 26.

2. Mordovia differs from many other regions in its particularly rich culture and centuries-old history of the Mordovian people. An ancient people live here with their own traditions and customs, which are still alive, although they are under the onslaught of the civilization of the European part of Russia. 3. Mordovia is incredibly beautiful, not to mention the local crafts that are still thriving here, which can delight any person interested in different cultures.

4. Three languages have official status in Mordovia - Russian, Moksha and Erzya. These are the native languages of the main three ethnic groups living here.

5. The population of Mordovia is 850,000 people. About 15-16 times more people live in Moscow than in this entire republic.

6. Mordovia was formed on January 10, 1930 as the Mordovian Autonomous Region. On December 20, 1934 it was transformed into the Mordovian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic. Since 1991 it was called the Mordovian SSR. In 1994, it was renamed the Republic of Mordovia.

On March 7.30, 1995, the State Assembly (Parliament) of Mordovia approved the coat of arms and flag of the republic. On September 21, 1995, the Constitutional Assembly of the Republic of Mordovia adopted the current constitution.

8. In the north, Mordovia borders with the Nizhny Novgorod region, in the northeast - with Chuvashia, in the east - with Ulyanovsk, in the south - with Penza, in the west - with Ryazan regions.

9.The Republic of Mordovia includes 22 districts and 3 cities of republican subordination (Saransk, Ruzaevka, Kovylkino).

10. Almost half the population of the entire republic lives in Saransk.

THE CAPITAL OF MORDOVIA IS THE CITY OF SARANSK

11. Saransk is the capital of the Republic of Mordovia. Its political, economic, scientific and cultural center. The territory of Saransk is 71.5 square kilometers. And the population is 325 thousand people.

12. Saransk is a well-groomed, clean city with good roads and excellent recreation areas. It surprises even Europeans who have traveled half the world. For several years in a row, Saransk has been one of the three most comfortable cities in Russia among regional capitals.

13. For five years in a row, the capital of Mordovia became the winner of the All-Russian competition for the title “The most comfortable city in Russia” among cities of the first category, including four times taking second place. In 2012, Saransk was recognized as the most comfortable city in Russia.

14. Just 10 years ago, Mordovia was truly a country from a fairy tale - far from the outside world, an unknown land, life in which was an absolute mystery for most Russians, and even more so for representatives of other states.

VICTORY SQUARE IN SARANSK

15. Today, global changes are taking place in Mordovia, which have attracted the interest of the whole world to the small republic. Mordovia has something to be proud of, it has something to tell those who want to discern the originality, uniqueness and unusual path of development of the people who are called Mordovians.

16.Mordovians are one of the most ancient peoples of Russia. The first written mention of it dates back to the 6th century. (Jordan). The ancient Mordovian tribes lived in close proximity to the Slavic tribes.

17. At the end of the 1st millennium AD. e. The first Slavic settlers appeared on Mordovian lands. From this time begins the thousand-year history of cohabitation of the Russian and Mordovian peoples.

18. Mordovia is a multinational and multi-religious republic. Mordovians, Russians, Tatars and other representatives of the nationalities of Russia and the former USSR live here in peace and harmony.

MORDOVIAN WOMEN

19. The titular population - the Mordovians - are represented by groups differing in culture and language - Moksha and Erzya, approximately equal in number.

20. The first museum was opened in the republic by local patrons of the arts - the exhibition was placed in the city of Temnikov. Among the nobles behind this project were the ancestors of the writer Kuprin, as well as relatives of Admiral Ushakov.

FOLK ARTS IN MORDOVIA

21. The folk art of the Mordovian people is diverse. These are jewelry art, embroidery, patterned weaving, beadwork, artistic woodworking, as well as oral poetry, music, and dance art.

22. Archaeologists help us get acquainted with the jewelry art of the Mordovians. During excavations, they find all kinds of jewelry made of copper, silver, gold and their alloys. The craftsmen were fluent in metal processing techniques.

23. There is a lot of red in the Mordovian costume. This is the color of joy and love of life. Ancient Mordovian embroidery decorated mainly festive women's clothing, giving it a unique flavor. Women's clothing, consisting of a set of shirts, was especially beautifully embroidered.

24. Decorative wood carving is another traditional type of Mordovian artistic creativity. It was mainly done by men. Ornaments were applied to the gables of huts, wedding chests, looms, and spinning wheels.

25.Both collective and individual traditions are reflected in the musical creativity of the Mordovian people. The former were more manifested in the performance of non-ritual songs - epic, lyrical, round dance; the second - in wedding, funeral, memorial laments, lullabies.

26. The Mordovian people created the art of polyphonic choral singing, amazing in its beauty and harmony. It is recognized as unique not only among the Finno-Ugric peoples, but also in world musical culture in general.

GROWING ROSES IN MORDOVIA

27. Mordovia is famous for its roses. Every year, more than 30 million of these flowers are grown in the republic, which is about 10% of the total rose production in Russia.

28. The original predominant religion in Mordovia was and remains Orthodoxy, which intricately absorbed many concepts and rituals of the traditional pagan beliefs of the ancient Mordovians.

CATHEDRAL CATHEDRAL OF FEDOR USHAKOV

29. At the beginning of the 20th century, on the territory of modern Mordovia, there were 42 monasteries and about 650 churches. The pearl of the religious architecture of Mordovia is the largest Orthodox church in the Volga region - the cathedral in honor of the righteous warrior Theodore Ushakov, located in Saransk.

30. About 5% of the population of Mordovia - approximately 42 thousand people - profess Islam. In Mordovia, there are mosques in each of the 58 Tatar villages.

31. In Mordovia there are many villages with a mixed population, but there are settlements where only Mordovians, Russians and Tatars live. There are several Ukrainian farms.

FOUNTAINS OF SARANSK

32. Mordovia is proud that for many centuries there have been no serious conflicts on national or religious grounds. Every nation or small interethnic group feels comfortable in the republic - this is the basis for the stability and development of Mordovia.

33. The relics of Admiral Fyodor Ushakov, canonized, are kept in Mordovia. The largest temple in the Volga region, capable of simultaneously hosting up to 3,000 believers, is named after him.

34. The Republic of Mordovia is one of the recognized centers of the Finno-Ugric world, and since mid-2002 the central office of the Association of Finno-Ugric Peoples of Russia has been located in Saransk.

35. Mordovia is a flat region, without high mountains. The highest point of all Mordovian territories reaches a height of only 324 meters above sea level.

MOKSHA RIVER

36. There are thousands of bodies of water in Mordovia: lakes, ponds and reservoirs. More than 14.5 thousand hectares of the republic’s territory are hidden under swamps.

37. 1,525 rivers flow through Mordovian land, but only 10 of them are more than 100 kilometers in length.

38. Once upon a time, the famous instigator of the peasant revolt, Emelyan Pugachev, visited Saransk, the capital of Mordovia. They even erected a monument to him in this city.

39. One of the most popular Mordovian souvenirs is the traditional local balsam, called “Mordovian”. It consists of 39 different ingredients.

IN THE NATURAL RESERVE OF MORDOVIA

40. A natural reserve was founded in Mordovia almost a century ago, one of the first in Russia. The pine trees growing on its territory are about 300-350 years old.

41.There are many prisons on the territory of the Republic of Mordovia, and about 3-4% of the population here, strictly speaking, are prisoners. Most of them come from other regions of Russia, but they serve their sentences in local correctional institutions, and there are more than 30 of them here, that is, more than in any other subject of the Russian Federation.

MILLENNIUM SQUARE IN SARANSK

42. The crime rate in the region - 13 is now the lowest in the Volga Federal District, it is two times lower than the national average. Also, drug addiction among young people in Mordovia is also one of the lowest in Russia.

43. Another good indicator is the percentage of conscripts fit for service. According to this indicator, Mordovia has been ranked first among the regions of the Volga-Ural Military District for the last five years.

44. “Star of Mordovia” is the highest fountain in the Volga region, it shoots 45 meters high.

SPORTS COMPLEX

45.Mordovia ranks one of the first places in Russia in terms of the number of modern sports facilities. In 2022, a number of FIFA World Cup matches were held in Saransk. The stadium, built for the World Cup, seats 45 thousand spectators.

46. Saransk is called the sports capital of the Volga region. It sounds loud, but the title is deserved by the huge number of sports facilities, the number of residents in whose lives sports occupy an important place and, of course, the achievements of Mordovian athletes.

47. The history of their most striking victories began in 2008. Then Mordovia proved to the whole world that even a small Russian region can become an important participant in the world Olympic movement. Mordovian track and field athletes won two gold and one bronze Olympic medals in Beijing. According to the conditional overall team classification, Mordovia overtook countries such as Switzerland and Mexico, leaving the majority of the world's countries far behind.

48.The sports phenomenon of Mordovia is the result of intense, focused work on the development of physical education and high-achievement sports.

49.Sport is one of the main ideas for the development of Mordovia and great efforts are being made to implement it. In Saransk, all conditions have been created for the development of amateur and professional sports. Large amounts of money and organizational resources are invested in supporting physical education and sports.

50. Of all the Russian republics, Mordovia is the closest to Moscow; the distance to the capital in a straight line is only 330 kilometers.

MODERN SARANSK

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Mordovian Nature Reserve

The reserve is located on the right bank of the Moksha River. Almost its entire territory is covered mainly by pine forests. The age of the pines growing here is estimated at 300-350 years . There are also mixed forests where pine, birch, linden and oak trees grow. In river valleys you can find spruce forests.

The floodplain meadows are very beautiful, where you can find more than 1000 species of herbaceous plants, including rare ones. The fauna of the reserve is represented by species characteristic of various natural zones - from taiga to steppe. Brown bears, wolves, badgers, beavers, bison, muskrats and many other species of animals, including rare birds, are found here.

Lake Inerka

Lake Inerka is located near the regional center of Bolshiye Berezniki in the valley of the Sura River. This is one of the most beautiful and largest lakes in Mordovia (56 square kilometers). Its banks are covered with coniferous-deciduous and birch forests.

Tourists like to pitch their tents on the shores of the lake. There are good places for fishing, and in the coastal forests you can pick mushrooms and berries. In addition, off-road rallies are held annually near the lake.

Let's retire: 10 places in Mordovia for outdoor recreation

It's time to relax by the lake during the day, and have a picnic in the evening with charcoal-grilled meat and a glass of red wine

How we did it Summer, sun, blue azure... The weather whispers: “Let's go for a walk.” But we continue to keep our distance, and in general, whenever possible, go out less often. Don't be discouraged, we have a pleasant alternative for you again! This time, natural places where you can relax alone with yourself, your significant other or a friend.

With the help of Maria Vladimirovna Razumova Chairman of the MMROO tourist club "Vysota" , we have put together some of the best locations in the region - choose, enjoy solitude, camp romance and fresh air!

For those who have decided to travel through unfamiliar terrain for the first time, we strongly insist on using applications with geolocation.

Maria:

For those who decide to visit one of these places on foot, I strongly advise that before the walk, stock up on water, a snack, suitable clothing, take a fully charged phone and download an application with maps. For example, I use MAPS.ME - here you can get directions and mark geolocation. The most important thing is that after your rest you need to clean everything up. You have enjoyed the beauty, give others this opportunity - do not leave traces of your stay behind. If you plan to light a fire, first read the rules for lighting it. Well, if you are planning to make a real overnight trip, you can always contact our hiking club “Vysota” for the necessary equipment.

Cheremishevsky pond, Lyambirsky district

How to get there: take the P158 highway to the Rodnichok store. From there, turn left and drive along the forest along a dirt road. After the power line, turn left into the thicket of the forest. Here's a photo

Maria:

A corner of a pine forest next to a picturesque pond is a truly secluded place that few people know about. A real find for romantics and nature lovers. It’s nice to sit by the evening fire here, enjoying the sounds of nature and the aroma of pine branches.

Military Pond

How to get there: along the path that starts from the Atemarsky shaft and goes into the Makarovsky forest. Here's a photo

Maria:

The military pond is within walking distance from the city. I recommend this place to active couples who would like to go for a walk or ride a bike.

Botanical Garden Park

How to get there: get to the Remzavod. At the intersection of Molodezhnaya and Botanicheskaya streets, look for a secret entrance. Here's a photo

Maria:

The accessible part of the Botanical Garden is no less beautiful. Here, between the tree alleys and once-groomed flower beds, you get the impression of an abandoned fairy-tale garden, with all its quaint paths and corners. Even just getting here will be a real adventure, because you will have to enter through a gap in the fence! That's why she's romantic. There is a pond and a spring on the territory, and along the paths you can go to the Insar River and continue your walk among the city landscapes. And, as icing on the cake, a possible horseback ride.

Gazebos of Leninsky Park with access to Lesnoye Lake

Leninsky Park How to get there: From the Bus Station, go up the path along the Klyucharevskaya road (the road should be on your right). After the tower, the first gazebos will appear, which stand along the forest and all the way to the intersection.

Forest Lake How to get there: go to the intersection and move further to stop No. 1. Opposite it there will be an entrance into the forest, and there, follow a straight path until the first turn to the left. Turn onto the path and walk to the end - it will lead to a pond.

Maria:

A truly secluded place, which is located near the bus station. The gazebos are built on the edge of the forest, where there are always few passers-by, and the very atmosphere of closeness to nature instills calm and tranquility. For lovers of hiking, these gazebos can be the beginning of a route that will run along forest paths and lead to Lake Lesnoye. Although this body of water is known to city dwellers, even here you will find solitude. For example, on the opposite side of the beach. And in the shade of the trees you can have a real picnic, diluting it with water treatments.

Makarovskaya mountain

How to get there: you can get there on foot or by car. On the road "Eastern Bypass of Saransk" get to the beginning of the Makarovsky forest, there will be a dirt road - move along it along the edge until clearings with fire pits appear on the left, there are several of them. Here's a photo

Maria:

Many tourists are familiar with this edge of the forest with a beautiful view of the fields and plantings. Another feature that makes this place so popular is the spring, which allows you to spend the night here.

Kulikovo reservoir on the Techera River

How to get there: to the village of Kulikovka, Chapaeva Street - the exit to the lake will be visible on the left.

Maria:

If you are the happy owner of a boat, then this location is definitely for you. The lake itself is of an unusual shape, and its steep banks echo the cozy islands. A place where you can relax in silence and enjoy the beauty of the reservoir. The Techera River flows into the reservoir, which gives a slight current, so the water is always fresh and cool.

Smolny Park. Spring Silver

How to get there: by car to the Alatyr sanatorium, then on foot or continue by car - with the permission of the reserve administration. Here's a photo

Maria:

Smolny National Park is probably known to everyone who loves to relax in nature. Mighty forests, sandy paths, curious wildlife and an indescribable feeling of unity with nature - this is what attracts this place. Here you can walk to the Serebryany spring - people come here from all over Mordovia for clean water. Or you can even go on a hike and walk to Lake Dubovoe or Mitryashka. You can arrange a real holiday for your soul and body - take a steam bath on the shore of the lake and spend the night in a cozy house with a stove.

New Uda, Amorda reservoir

How to get there: drive towards Atemara along highway 89k-10 until the turn to Novaya Uda. The dirt road will lead directly to the reservoir.

Maria:

A unique place with a large reservoir and an atmospheric abandoned church. Usually there are few vacationers here due to the distance from the city, but it’s definitely worth coming here. The view of the destroyed building on the shore of Amorda is truly mesmerizing.

Karelian base

How to get there: highway P158, 305th kilometer.

Maria:

The recreation center is located on the way to Ruzaevka - 26 kilometers from Saransk. A place for those who want to relax in comfort and in nature. Here you will find a cafe, Scandinavian-style houses for two, and a lake. You can swim, have a picnic on the shore of the pond and take a ride on a catamaran. In general, all the conditions are for you. Fresh air is guaranteed - the base is located on the edge of a pine forest.

Krasnaya Zorka Base

How to get there: get to the village of Krasnaya Zorka - the intersection of Tsentralnaya Street and the Sinyazh River.

Maria:

If the Karelian base is familiar to almost everyone, then this base is little known, and therefore there is a greater chance that no one will be here except you. A quiet place with a Russian bathhouse and a pond, where you can go fishing and sit by the fire and have intimate conversations. The owner, a resident of Kamchatka, will tell you a lot of interesting stories. You will definitely be satisfied!

Park named after A.S. Pushkin

This amazing park is located in the Leninsky district of Saransk. In the park you can stroll along picturesque alleys, cross the streams flowing through its territory, climb wooden bridges with railings made by masters of artistic forging, and relax in gazebos covered with green ivy. Everywhere there are sculptures of heroes from fairy tales by A.S. Pushkin. The park has a variety of attractions and is home to the country's largest zoo. This is a favorite vacation spot for Saransk residents; both adults and children love to visit it.

Location: Krasnoarmeyskaya street - 12.

Route for sightseeing of the republic for 1, 2, 3 days

Mordovia is a fairly large and extensive region that is difficult to explore even in a week, but the main attractions of the capital can be seen in 3 days.

The route is like this:

You can start your journey from Millennium Square, which is located right in the center of Saransk and take a walk along the capital’s streets. A must-see is the park named after A.S. Pushkin, which is located near the square.
On the second day you can visit the main religious attractions: the Ionic Theological Church, Theodore Ushakov Cathedral, the Historical Mosque. After a tour of these places, you can go to any cafe or restaurant that serves national Mordovian dishes, and also try a heady pose.
The last day can be spent getting acquainted with various architectural buildings in the city and the main museums: fine arts, folk culture, military and labor feats.

Monument to Emelyan Pugachev

The legendary instigator of the peasant uprising visited Saransk in the early summer of 1774. He spent only a few days in these places, during which he managed to execute many representatives of the nobility and clergy who displeased him and publish a manifesto on freedom for the serfs.

In memory of those events, a monument to Pugachev was erected in Saransk. The tent of the leader of the peasant war, which is an ancient house made of stone, was also preserved.

Location: Korolenko and Volgogradskaya streets (crossroads).

Start Stadium

The opening of this stadium took place in Saransk in 2004. It hosts competitions in team sports, aquatics, athletics, speed skating and cross-country skiing. The sports complex includes 4 magnificent football fields, 2 of which have natural surfaces.

Location: Moskovskaya street - 12.

Famous healing balm

Mordovian balsam is considered a traditional souvenir of the republic, which includes 39 elements . Of these, half are herbs that have healing properties.

Once upon a time, healers prepared tinctures from berries and herbs, adding bee products such as honey and propolis. Such infusions did not, of course, have the refined taste of modern elixirs, but they contributed to a speedy recovery . The recipes for these tinctures formed the basis of the Mordovian balsam, which is produced at the Saransk distillery.