The first settlers came to the territory of modern Zlatoust at the end of the 17th century in search of gold. They say that the secret that precious metals mined on the “Siberian Mountain” are being smelted on Lake Irtyash was revealed under terrible torture by Elder Lot from the Dalmatovsky Assumption Monastery.
Within a few years, the participants of the military-geological expedition became the first Russian settlers in this territory. The expedition ended in complete failure - no precious metals were found. The same fate befell subsequent attempts to find silver and gold. However, several decades later, iron ore was found here. An ironworks was founded.
In 1754, a city began to grow around the plant, which received the name Zlatoust. Local historians believe that it was named after St. John Chrysostom.
There is accurate evidence that the plant was named Zlatoust long before the construction of the city began. It is alleged that the icon of John Chrysostom was especially revered in the family of the founder of the plant, Mosolov.
Today Zlatoust is famous for its master gunsmiths who decorated weapons with engravings on metal.
Interesting places around Zlatoust - in a detailed overview of the sights of the Chelyabinsk region. The closest is the city of Miass, 40 kilometers away. And if you are planning to visit the regional center, read the guide to Chelyabinsk.
For ease of route planning, we have marked all the mentioned attractions on the city map:
Historical sites and museums
City Museum of Local Lore
Address: pl. 3 Internationala, 1 Opening hours: 10.00-17.30 daily, Mon - closed Phone: Website: https://zlatmuseum.ru/
It was opened in 1825 and demonstrated a collection of minerals and rocks of the Urals. An exhibition of weapons made by local craftsmen was also presented.
Today, museum collections contain rare items made of porcelain, glass, and bronze. You can get acquainted with the ethnographic features of Zlatoust and see the collection of ancient Russian paintings. Rare books from the 18th to 20th centuries are also of interest.
The pride of the museum is the collection of damask steel products, cast iron art castings, etc.
Museum of the Zlatoust Arms Factory
Address: pl. III Internationala, PC 16 Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 09.00-10.00; 10.30-11.30;12.30-13.30; 14.00-15.00; 15.30-16.30 Phone: 8 (3513) 790-007 ext. 130 Website: https://zof.ru/museum
A large-scale collection of samples of edged weapons has been collected: knives, dirks, daggers, sabers and checkers, swords, axes, small arms, exclusive gift sets, etc.
The exhibition introduces not only the products produced at the plant in different periods of time, but also talks about the intricacies of production. Here they will show how steel engraving is born, introduce the biographies of famous gunsmiths and demonstrate their best works.
Verkhnezavodskaya Dam
Address: on the Ai River, between the Kosotur and Urenga mountains Coordinates: 55°10'16.0″N 59°39'03.0″E
The dam was built by the founders of the Zlatoust ironworks back in 1754. The wooden base is made of larch.
The dam is a complex engineering structure consisting of cuttings, pigs, bulls, mirrors, chests, chest pipes, etc. Hydraulic wheels rotated and water entered the blast furnace shop of the plant.
A bridge was built across the dam. The height of the structure was 4 fathoms. The length of the dam at the base was 98 fathoms, with a width of 18 fathoms.
The pond near the Zlatoust plant was 5 versts long and 1.5 versts wide.
At the beginning of the twentieth century. The dam was rebuilt, replacing wooden parts with reinforced concrete, in this form it has survived to this day.
If there's time left
From what else you can visit in the city, if you have time, it is worth noting:
- The Omnibus Drama Theater is one of the oldest theaters in the Southern Urals (III International Square, 2);
- Nikolsky Park on the shore of Zlatoust Pond;
- Church of Simeon Verkhotursky on the street. Pugacheva, 10A.
Parks and monuments, streets
Monument to P. P. Anosov
Address: III International Square
The monument decorated the central city square in 1954.
The bronze sculpture of Major General of the Mining Service perpetuates the memory of the great Russian metallurgist who unraveled the secret of cast damask steel. The scientific works of P. P. Anosov formed the basis of Russian metallurgy. In addition, P.P. Anosov made a number of important scientific discoveries in the field of studying the nature of the Urals.
The inscription on the pedestal was written with an error. The dates of life of P. P. Anosov are indicated incorrectly: he was born not in 1797, but in 1799. The exact date of birth was established after the monument appeared. No corrections were made.
Sculpture Winged Horse
Address: st. Lenina, 7
The fairytale horse seemed to have come from the coat of arms of Chrysostom. The “Winged Horse” became the official symbol of the city in 1966.
The fountain sculpture was installed in 1984. Its author is local sculptor V.P. Zharikov.
Today, Chrysostom is also decorated with other sculptures depicting Pegasus. So in 2014, the city was decorated with sculptures of two more winged horses.
Monument to I. N. Bushuev
Address: Station Square, st. Anosova
The monument to the creator of the Zlatoust steel engraving was opened in 1988. Its author was the local sculptor V.P. Zharikov.
The author created his most famous works in his native land, glorifying the names of famous fellow countrymen. The image of I. N. Bushuev is collective. This is a sculptor’s fantasy of what a master at work might look like.
Contemporaries did not reach the real image of Bushuev, but the engravings of the legendary master are the pride of many museums.
Monument-electric locomotive VL19-61
Address: st. named after P. P. Anosov, 170
The monument is dedicated to the first electric train. He transported the residents of Zlatoust.
Electric locomotives of this series began to be produced in 1945. Several of them have been preserved: in the Yekaterinburg museum and as monuments at the Chusovskaya, Kandalaksha (Murmansk region) and Georgian Khashuri stations.
The monument is well preserved.
One of the disadvantages is that the monument is not located near the railway station building. To get to it, you have to walk a whole stop.
Monument and mass grave of victims of the 1903 execution
Address: III International Square
The monument was erected in 1961 on the site of a mass grave of executed workers of the Zlatoust plant. The author of the monument is the sculptor V. Zharikov.
The tragedy occurred in 1903. After the tightening of working conditions, workers went on strike. The plant administration did not make concessions to the strikers. After people began to gather near the leader’s house, the governor gave the order to shoot at the dissatisfied. On this day, 69 people died and hundreds were injured.
Monument to the memory of fallen internationalist soldiers “Grieving Mother”
Address: st. Taganayskaya, 196 A
The sculpture was installed as a tribute to the fallen fellow countrymen who fell in international wars.
The mothers of the heroes took the initiative to install the monument. Their request was heard. The “Grieving Mother” memorial appeared on the hill near the Glory Memorial in 1995.
Obelisk "Europe-Asia"
Location: on the pass over the Ural-Tau ridge, highway M5 "Ural" Coordinates: 55°01'05.3″N 59°44'05.7″E
There are several dozen obelisks marking the dividing point between two parts of the world - Europe and Asia.
In 1987, a stainless steel stele was installed in the suburbs of Zlatoust. The peculiarity of this place is that the parts of the light on the stele are placed “in reverse”, that is, the direction of the parts of the count does not correspond to reality.
The author’s logic was that the stele would work as a road sign for drivers.
Art object “One happy Kuzyuk”
Address: Gagarin Avenue
Kuzyuks were the name given to the indigenous inhabitants of Zlatoust who worked at a state-owned factory in the Urals.
The head of the city of Zlatoust, who is a lover of various art objects, decided to perpetuate this forgotten name. The idea of creating a city sculpture in the form of a huge steel coin in the denomination “one lucky kuzyuk” was proposed.
Previously, the gun factory had already produced limited edition “lucky kuzyuk” souvenir coins. City residents liked this unconventional idea.
In Zlatoust, a legend was quickly born that everyone who touches the coin will become happy.
Fountain with bell and sword
Address: Nikolsky recreation park
A path in the park alley leads to the artificial spring. Children especially like the fountain with a bell, as they always ring it.
The center of the fountain is decorated with a steel damask sword. The bowl of the fountain is made in the form of a metal lace basket.
Sculpture of Oranta in Zlatoust
Address: 30th Anniversary of Victory Ave., 3
On the territory of Nikolsky Park there is a sculpture of the Mother of God. Different nations have their own names for this image - among the Greeks “Oranta”, which translates as “All-Holy”.
The Mother of God with the Child is the embodiment of love and fidelity, all that is decisive for a person in life.
Road
To the question of how to get to the city of Zlatoust from Moscow, there are several answer options:
- The fastest and most convenient way is to fly to Chelyabinsk airport (travel time is a little more than two hours), and then get to your destination by train, train, bus or taxi in another 2-3 hours;
- Trains from the capital to Chelyabinsk, Karaganda, Astana, departing from the Kazan station, also pass through Zlatoust. The journey takes a day and another 4-12 hours;
- There are no direct bus routes from Moscow. The journey with transfers in Chelyabinsk, Yekaterinburg, Ufa will take almost two days;
- The journey by car will take about a day, not counting rest breaks. You can travel through Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Naberezhnye Chelny, Ufa or Samara.
The tourist destination is gradually developing, new facilities are appearing in the city, ready to welcome travelers and vacationers. Landscaping is underway. Amazing mountain nature, a large selection of entertainment and services for vacationers make this place a promising tourism center in the Urals.
Churches and Temples
Bell tower with the chapel of St. John Chrysostom
Address: pos. Krasnaya Gorka Opening hours: 10.00-19.00
The tower in honor of the city's patron was built in 200 days in 2006. Those who climb to the observation deck, which is located at an altitude of 36 meters, will not only be able to enjoy the city panorama, but also ring the bell.
The bell tower is loved by newlyweds who are confident that the newlyweds who ring the bell will definitely be happy.
On the way to the bell there are rooms with a refectory and an exhibition hall. There is also a room in the tower where tourists are introduced to Bazhov’s work. Walking along the stairs, visitors to the tower can study photographs of old Chrysostom.
Temple of the Holy Righteous Simeon of Verkhoturye the Wonderworker
Address: st. Rumyantseva, 17
The temple was erected during the construction of the local railway junction in 1901, which is why its first name was Station Church. Interestingly, the construction was carried out through voluntary contributions from workers. The wooden temple was built in less than 4 months. It was a typical church according to the type of Pskov-Novgorod architectural traditions.
Later the church was rebuilt and a bell was installed on it. In 30-50 years. XX century within its walls there was a market and a dining room. In the middle of the twentieth century. the temple was completely destroyed.
In 2002, construction of a new church began on the foundations of the ancient temple, and in 2004 a divine service took place.
Temple of St. Seraphim of Sarov
Address: st. Taganayskaya, 196 Website: https://zlatserafim.ru/
The construction of the White Stone Church began in 1997. Residents of the city could observe its construction - the temple is located on a hill in the center of Chrysostom.
The completion of construction came 2 years later, but landscaping of the territory continues to this day.
Within the walls of the monastery you can listen to the singing of the choir.
Chapel in the name of the Holy Blessed Prince Alexander Nevsky
Address: st. Taganayskaya, 6
Built at the beginning of the 21st century. on the shore of the lake, the chapel was erected on the site of one destroyed in the 30s. last century.
The modern chapel bears the name of Tsarevich Alexander, who made his visit to Chrysostom. This is what the former chapel was called.
During construction, the tradition of people's donations for the construction of temples was revived. The money was raised by employees of the city trucking company.
Entertainment
Bird Park "Taganay"
Opening hours: 10:00–18:00 daily Address: st. Peschanaya, 10, building 12
The ecopark has been operating since 2014. It is located on the territory of a pine forest, in close proximity to the Taganay mountains.
Along with birds, of which there are more than a hundred species, you can see animals in the park. Their living conditions are close to natural.
The number of pets is constantly increasing. Its creators plan to include thousands of new species of birds and animals with which visitors will be able to come into close contact.
There are also immediate plans to create a reservoir for waterfowl.
Accommodation
Among the hotels in Zlatoust there are both budget and luxury options with expensive rooms. Some hotels and guest houses are located near the picturesque banks of rivers and ponds in the city, which makes them even more attractive for tourists. In addition to hotels, there are hostels for travelers, you can book apartments and find accommodation in the private sector. In the surrounding area there are recreation centers offering the opportunity to spend time in nature with comfort and benefit, and breathe in the mountain air. There are different types of accommodation - from hotel rooms to separate houses, equipped with everything necessary for living. For lovers of hiking, there are campsites near the city, most of which are concentrated near Lake Turgoyak.
Attractions in the surrounding area
Taganay National Park and Mount Kruglitsa
Phone: Coordinates: 55°19′ s. w. 59°50′ E. d.
The territory of the national park, created in 1991, contains the rocky peaks of the Ural mountains, taiga, and tundra. In the Bashkir language, the word “taganay” is translated as “moon stand”. This romantic name is explained by the fact that on a clear night the moon seems to hover over the very top of the mountain range.
The highest point of the Bolshoy Taganay ridge is Mount Kruglitsa - height 1178 m. The mountain received its name for its rounded shape. Another name was given to the mountain by the workers of Zlatoust.
Many mountain rivers flow through the park. In addition to ordinary rivers, there are placers of stones that, like frozen water streams, descend from the tops of the slopes.
Special routes have been developed for tourists. On the territory of the park there are equipped places for rest and overnight stay.
Mountain Park named after P. P. Bazhov
Address: Krasnaya Gorka village Opening hours: 10.00-19.00 daily Telephone:
Created based on the works of P. P. Bazhov, the park is constantly updated with new objects.
Cast sculptures of the Mistress of the Copper Mountain, the Silver Hoof and other heroes of the Ural writer’s favorite fairy tales seem to have come straight from the pages of his books.
An artificial waterfall has been created in the mountain park. A hut was built on chicken legs. There is an exhibition gallery that tells about the history of Zlatoust and its natural attractions.
Response comb
Coordinates: 55°19′ N. w. 59°50′ E. d.
The height of one of the peaks of the Bolshoi Taganay ridge - Otkliknoy Greben - is 1155 m. Several sheer cliffs up to 100 m high are lined up in a ridge for a length of 800 m. The natural miracle is located on the territory of the Taganay National Park.
In addition to the incredible views from the ridge, tourists are attracted by the echo that can be heard in these places.
There is a legend according to which a huge beast was rampant in the mountains, devouring everyone in its path. The saint who found himself in these places prayed to God for deliverance from the monster. The Lord heard him, and the beast died under a stone that fell on him. Since then, the voice of the beast has been heard in these places.
Alexandrovskaya Sopka
Coordinates: 55.131210, 59.806384
The hill received its modern name after the visit of Tsarevich Alexander to the Urals in 1838. The future emperor even inscribed his monogram in gold letters on the stone. Prince Alexander Nikolaevich climbed the hill separating Europe and Asia. Before Alexander visited this place, the hill was called, like the entire ridge, in the Bashkir manner - Ural-Tau.
Families come to relax on the hill, as the climb is considered easy. The maximum highest point of the hill is 843 m.
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Where to go with children in Zlatoust
Some interesting places in Zlatoust are definitely worth visiting with children. Therefore, when going on a trip, take your favorite child with you. A wonderful holiday here is guaranteed to all family members.
Taganay National Park
- Opening hours: daily, 24 hours a day.
- Ticket price: independent visit 20 rubles, excursion service 60 rubles. per adult visitor, 40 rub. from a child.
- Telephone.
- Website: https://taganay.org
- Address: administration st. Shishkina, 3A. Transport stop "Magazin Torzhok".
Arriving in Zlatoust, you simply cannot miss the opportunity to see for yourself and show your children the unique natural attraction of the Southern Urals - Taganay. The national park occupies about 57 thousand hectares in the Chelyabinsk region. A fascinating journey awaits you along forest paths, mountain ranges, and picturesque valleys. Special tourist routes lead to the main attractions of Taganay - the Otklikny ridge, the Black Rock, the Valley of Fairy Tales, the Kialimsky swamp, and the Big Stone River. You can take independent walks through natural recreation or travel as part of an excursion group.
Bazhova Mountain Park
- Opening hours: daily, from 10:00 to 19:00.
- Ticket price: to the Stone Museum 50 rubles.
- Telephone.
- Website: https://vk.com/bazhovpark
- Address: pos. Krasnaya Gorka, 16B. Transport stop "Village Krasnaya Gorka".
Adults and young visitors to the Mountain Park, located in a picturesque natural recreation area, will be able to completely immerse themselves in the wonderful world of fairy tales of the wonderful writer P. Bazhov. Here, at every step, guests will meet the heroes of Ural legends. Wooden and forged sculptures of the Jumping Firefly, the Silver Hoof, Murenka, the Mistress of the Copper Mountain and other fairy-tale characters will delight the child. Having crossed the threshold of the Museum of Stones, you will find yourself in the fantastic kingdom of Ural gems. Its exposition presents the main types of rocks and minerals mined by local miners for a long time.
Krylatko Park
- Opening hours: daily, from 10:00 to 21:00.
- Telephone.
- Address: st. Taganayskaya. Transport stop "Trading complex".
Citizens consider the cozy park in the center of Zlatoust to be the best place to relax with children. Here, among blue spruces, cedars, and spherical willows, there are well-groomed alleys along which it is very pleasant to walk and ride a bicycle. Additional decorations of the park are alpine slides, flower beds, bright flower beds, and original sculptures. There are more than a dozen attractions for children. Young sweet tooths are welcome in the cafe with a special menu. Little ones can have fun in the playground with sandboxes, slides and a trampoline.
