The most famous monuments of Ufa. Description, addresses, photos

Between two rivers is located one of the greenest and most spacious cities with a million population in Russia - the capital of Bashkiria, Ufa. The city, not very well known among tourists, nevertheless has a centuries-old history and rich culture. It is the birthplace of many world celebrities and prominent figures of literature and art. Thanks to its close friendship with the Russian people, Ufa combines the unique features and flavor of different cultures. Muslim mosques here peacefully coexist with Orthodox churches, and Eastern and Western influences harmoniously intertwine within the city. Below we have provided a list of the brightest and most unusual places in Ufa where you can go.

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Monument to Salavat Yulaev

This is perhaps the most famous landmark of Ufa and the best place for photo shoots. The name of Salavat Yulaev is well known not only to residents of Ufa and Bashkiria, but also to all hockey fans in Russia and abroad. After all, the Ufa hockey club is named after him, which has repeatedly won major Russian championships and the KHL. But for the residents of Bashkiria, Salavat Yulaev is, first of all, a national hero, who fearlessly fought for justice and independence together with Pugachev.

The monument to him is located in the historical part of the city in the center. It is the largest equestrian statue not only in Russia, but also in Europe. It stands on a hill on the banks of the Belaya River, offering a picturesque view of the foothills of Ufa. Its author, Soslanbek Tovasiev, worked on the project for 30 years, and not in vain. For this project he was awarded a state prize.

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About the city

Ufa is the capital of Bashkortostan, a city with a population of over a million, one of the five largest cities in Russia. It is located at the confluence of the Dema and Ufa rivers into the Belaya River. The area of ​​the settlement is just under 708 square meters. km, where more than 1.1 million people live. Local time differs from Moscow by +2 hours.

Ufa ranks fifth in area and eleventh in number of inhabitants among all Russian cities

History of Ufa

The first settlements on the site of modern Ufa appeared in the 5th century. In the 14th century, the settlement of the Golden Horde, Bashkort, was located here, and in the 16th century, the headquarters of the governor of the Nogai Horde, Tura Khan, was located here. After the local lands became part of the Moscow Principality, local residents sent Tsar Ivan the Terrible a request to organize the city. In 1574, a fortress was built here, inside which a settlement was organized. Ufa received city status in 1585, becoming the center of the Ufa district, and a century later it got its own coat of arms.

At the end of the 18th century, Ufa was affected by the Peasant War, but the rebels were never able to capture the fortress. There were fierce battles around the fort, which were soon suppressed. After the Peasant Revolt, the city was annexed to the Kazan province, and then to the Orenburg province. In December 1781, Ufa became the center of the Ufa governorate, but not for long - soon it again transferred to the authorities of the Orenburg province. At this time, the city developed rapidly, turning from a fortress into an economic center.

From a fortified city by the 19th century, Ufa turned into the economic and administrative center of the region

In 1865, Ufa acquired the status of the central city of the Ufa province. Then it entered the Civil War, and for some time the Provisional Government was located here. With the establishment of Soviet power in the country, the Ufa province disappeared, and in its place the Autonomous Bashkir Socialist Republic was formed with its capital in the city of Ufa.

During the Great Patriotic War, several research institutes and dozens of industrial plants were evacuated to the city. In the post-war period, oil began to be extracted here, as a result of which large factories were built here. The development of mechanical engineering and the chemical industry also began. Today, Ufa is a major industrial and scientific center of Russia.

Congress Hall

Not far from the monument to Salavat Yulaev is the Congress Hall. It was built in 2007 as the largest business complex in Ufa, where the most important political, scientific and cultural events are held. Congress Hall embodies the latest trends in architectural trends, built in the shape of a drop and with an abundance of glass.

Under its roof, on an area of ​​more than 36,000 m², there is a huge concert hall, several conference rooms, a museum complex, picturesque fountains and a beautiful winter garden. In addition, the surrounding area is landscaped with specially grown blue spruce trees. Congress Hall can be called a real pearl of the republic, which has no analogues in Russia.

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Modern style

Of course, the pride of city residents is not only the Friendship Monument. Ufa also has more modern monuments. An example is the building called I love Ufa. As follows from the name of the monument, as well as the features of its appearance, it was used to declare love for the “heart” of the Republic of Bashkortostan. The amazing monument is easy to discover; it is located right behind the National Youth Theater, which is located on the Square of Two Fountains.

The art object is a combination of the name of the locality in the Bashkir language, the English letter I and the heart sign. Musicians and artists like to hold concerts near this building. Of course, next to the spectacular building in red and white colors, someone is always taking pictures.

Vatan Ethnic Park

Another new attraction of Ufa, opened in 2015. The park is located in an open area near the Congress Hall, which is the so-called Ufa amphitheater. Before its construction, open-air events and concerts were often held here.

The central element of the park is the ethno-village, which has become a symbol of Bashkiria. There are seven national-style yurts here, which display exhibitions dedicated to Bashkir culture. For example, here you can get acquainted with the process of making kumis, taste Bashkir honey, try on national costumes and take memorable photographs.

Today the ethnopark is also a center of youth culture, where musical, poetry and literary evenings, sporting events and concerts are regularly held. most-beauty.ru already mentioned this park in its article about the sights of Bashkiria.

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Lyalya Tulip Mosque

This is one of the most beautiful and largest mosques in Russia. Its height is more than 20 meters, but at the same time the building looks very light and as if rushing upward. Not only the size of the mosque is impressive, but also its original appearance. The main building is built in the shape of a blossoming tulip, and two minarets on the sides resemble bright scarlet buds.

The symbol of the tulip was not chosen by chance - this flower has a special meaning in Muslim culture. Muslims have always had a reverent and respectful attitude towards him, since his Arabic spelling resembles the word “Allah”.

The mosque amazes tourists not only with its appearance, but also with its interior decoration. Marble walls, crystal chandeliers, stained glass windows, oriental-style paintings, luxurious carpets - all this creates an atmosphere of solemnity and splendor. In addition, the mosque houses the largest prayer hall in Bashkiria with a capacity of up to 500 people.

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Friendship Monument

This is one of the most popular places in Ufa. Located on the banks of the Belaya River, on the site of an old fortress. The monument consists of two granite steles 33 meters high, on the sides of which there are two sculptural figures of girls with laurel wreaths in their hands - a Bashkir and a Russian. They symbolize Mother Russia and Mother Bashkiria.

The monument was founded in 1957 in honor of the 400th anniversary of the annexation of Bashkiria to Russia. It looks especially impressive in the evening, when the lights come on and you can simply stroll along the embankment, admiring the monument.

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Table: how to get to Ufa

Fountain "Seven Girls"

This attraction appeared relatively recently - only in 2015. The fountain is located in a small cozy square in the city center, and has already won the love of residents and guests of the capital thanks to its colorfulness and grace.

The sculptural composition consists of a large bowl in the center and seven maiden figures located around the fountain. Its creation was based on the ancient Bashkir legend about seven rebellious twin sisters who threw themselves from a cliff into the waters of the Belaya River so as not to fall to their enemies. According to legend, at that same moment seven stars lit up in the sky. National music plays near the fountain, and in the evening artificial lighting comes on. Then it seems as if the girls are dancing.

Once, most-beauty.ru already wrote about the most beautiful fountains. We highly recommend reading it.

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What to see depending on the time of year

It is interesting to visit Ufa at any time of the year. There is always something to occupy your time here:

• Summer in the city is characterized by humidity, which is favorable for beach holidays or water sports, which are quite developed in Ufa. It is also more convenient to explore the sights in the warm season. In addition, in the summer, City Day and Sabantuy are celebrated on a grand scale in Ufa;
• An autumn trip will be enhanced by a trip to the Shulgan-Tash cave, located 400 km from Ufa. Also in the fall, tourists have access to rock climbing and city excursions, the prices of which are significantly reduced compared to summer;

  
  In 1959, Paleolithic images of animals created in the 12th–10th millennia BC were found in the cave. BC: previously it was believed that drawings of this kind are a phenomenon that can only be observed in certain regions of France and Spain

• winter is the time for skiing in Ufa. There are several complexes within the city;
• The beginning of spring is the most unfavorable time to travel to Ufa: it is damp and dirty. When planning a spring trip, you should choose May for your trip: it is not very hot yet, and prices for excursions and accommodation have not yet risen.

Gostiny Dvor

A favorite place for residents and one of the main attractions of Ufa, Gostiny Dvor is located in the historical center of the city. The building was built at the beginning of the 19th century, but today it houses modern shops and an entertainment and business complex. It is this combination of historical architecture and modernity that makes this place so attractive and popular.

It is worth noting that fairs have been held in Gostiny Dvor from time immemorial. Merchants from all over Russia and Europe came here, and then it became an elite place for the governor, his entourage and wealthy merchants to live. In Soviet times, it was repurposed as workshops and factory premises, as a result of which it completely lost its former appearance. They even wanted to demolish the building, but city residents came to its defense. As a result, it was reconstructed and made the main cultural and business complex of the capital.

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Tips for staying in Ufa

You should come to Ufa for at least two days in order to have time to see all the main attractions. There are many hotels of different levels in the city, so everyone will find something suitable for themselves in terms of price and comfort. Public transport in the city is quite developed, represented by buses, trolleybuses and minibuses, so getting to the right place will not be difficult.

Souvenir products are sold in any major shopping center in the city

They don’t sell any special souvenirs in Ufa. Most tourists buy gifts related to the national characteristics of the city. Often these are figurines of people in Bashkir costumes, locally produced carpets and scarves, as well as skullcaps. Popular edible gifts are kumiss, chak-chak and honey.

Bashkir State Opera and Ballet Theater

It is an architectural monument due to its magnificent appearance. The first stone in its construction was laid in 1909, when the city government decided to create the Aksakov People's House in honor of the great writer originally from Ufa. Initially it was planned as a cultural and educational center, and in 1938 it was given to the Opera and Ballet Theater. It was here that the world-famous ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev began his career.

And even more remarkable is that opera singer Fyodor Chaliapin made his debut on its stage. Today, in honor of both celebrities, annual grand international festivals are held in the theater. In addition, on the second floor of the theater there is a museum of Rudolf Nureyev.

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Memorial house-museum named after Aksakov

This is an architectural monument of the 18th century and one of the most interesting sights of Ufa. In 14 halls there are more than 3,000 exhibits representing the history of the Aksakov family. The museum skillfully recreates the noble atmosphere and cultural spirit of the 18th and 19th centuries.

The building itself is the former house of the grandfather of the great Russian writer, in which his entire family lived in 1795–1797. The museum staff is active in cultural activities, collaborating with historians, local historians and libraries throughout the country. Exhibitions, musical evenings, holidays and scientific readings are often organized here.

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What to see if you come with a child

There are many interesting places for tourists with children in Ufa. There is a zoo, a circus, a dolphinarium, a planetarium, a water park, and many parks with a variety of attractions.

Of the local museums, a child will be most interested in Intellectus. The establishment opened in 2012, and it immediately became the most popular place among young travelers. The museum exposition is located on 400 sq. m. More than a hundred devices are exhibited here, introducing visitors to physical and natural phenomena. The child will be offered:

• play the bottle phone;
• create a picture using a spirograph or pantograph;
• look at the sound and the far side of the Moon;
• touch boiling water without getting burned.

All exhibits can be touched, turned on and conducted experiments with them.

The museum exhibits exhibits in three areas: optics, electrodynamics and mechanics

Address: Sofya Perovskaya street, building 52/2, 3rd floor, South Pole shopping center. Opening hours: 10.00–20.00. The cost of visiting is 300 rubles.

Another exciting place for children is the Dinosaur Park. It occupies an area of ​​2 hectares, on which there are 85 dinosaur figures. "Animals" can move, breathe and growl. The largest figures reach a length of 15 m.

All dinosaurs in the park are life-size

Address: Oktyabrsky Avenue, building 77/1. The park is open only in summer. The cost of visiting is 500 rubles.

Bashkir State Art Museum named after M.V. Nesterova

Art lovers will enjoy visiting the museum named after the great Russian artist Mikhail Nesterov, a native of Ufa. At the beginning of the 20th century, the painter presented the city with a wonderful collection of graphics and paintings by Russian artists, and this is where the history of the museum began.

There is a sculpture of Mikhail Nesterov in the courtyard of the building, and the museum itself consists of 8 halls. Five of them are reserved for the main exhibition, and the other three host various exhibitions. Along with an impressive collection of outstanding works by Russian and Bashkir artists, the museum is the owner of one of the most famous works of Mikhail Nesterov - “Vision to the Youth Bartholomew”, which the artist himself considered his best work. In addition, visitors will be able to admire paintings by such famous painters as Aivazovsky, Savrasov, Repin and many others.

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Cathedral Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary

The main Orthodox Cathedral of the city of Ufa. It was built at the beginning of the 20th century according to the ancient traditions of pre-Petrine Rus', but later it was restored and today its appearance is different from the original one.

It is a beautiful sky blue building with golden domes, a tall bell tower and rich decoration. The cathedral is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful shrines in Bashkiria and a place of power. It is included in the cultural heritage of the republic and is under state supervision. The interior is made of marble and Italian stone, and the walls are covered with intricate paintings and elaborate emerald green mosaics. The cathedral especially appears in all its splendor in the evenings, when the artificial lighting is turned on.

If you are interested in the topic of temples and churches, then we have a very interesting article about the most beautiful churches.

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List of cultural heritage sites of regional significance in the city of Ufa

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