Assumption Church (Church of Boris and Gleb)
In 1703, a chapel was erected in honor of Boris and Gleb, brother princes. Three years later it was destroyed by fire, and a wooden cathedral was built in its place, which stood for almost 80 years. In 1784, a new brick building was built, which still exists today.
The cathedral part of the temple was added in 1792, and the refectory and bell tower - in the 19th century. This is one of the most ancient architectural monuments of Borisoglebsk. During the years of the revolution, the temple was desecrated and closed. Since 1992, restoration work began. Only at the beginning of the 2000s the temple began to receive parishioners.
Location: Sadovaya street - 17.
Brewery
A factory for the production of the popular intoxicating drink was established in Borisoglebsk in 1878. It was founded by a German named Leimer. Although even before that, local residents actively brewed beer here.
From a distance, the massive and gloomy factory building resembles either a prison or a Gothic castle. Unfortunately, it is difficult to get inside for excursion purposes. But the plant’s products can be found in any store or bar in the city. Today, the Borisoglebsk Brewery produces ten types of beer.
Memorial complex dedicated to the Great Patriotic War
This is another attraction and pride of the city, because the Voronezh region was one of the first to engage in difficult battles for their homeland.
Borisoglebsk was also a front-line city; military units and headquarters were formed here. There were many hospitals in the city, and tens of thousands of wounded were brought here from the battlefield. The memorial is located in the center of the alley, paved with tiles. The memory of our heroes is immortalized here.
Tellerman Forest
There are also plenty of attractions outside of Borisoglebsk. In particular, you can visit the Tellerman Forest, which adjoins the city from the west. From the Turkic language its name is translated as “endless forest”. Indeed, its area is huge and amounts to almost 40,000 hectares. The length of the forest area is about 60 kilometers.
This is one of the oldest forests in Russia. The very first written mention of it dates back to 1571. There are many long-lived trees in the Tellerman Forest. Among them is the oldest oak in the Voronezh region, whose age, according to botanists, exceeds 350 years.
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Drama Theater named after N.G. Chernyshevsky
Located on the central square of the city. The backstory of the tetra is of great interest. At the beginning of the twentieth century, a merchant living in Borisoglebsk conceived the idea of building a place for entertainment events - the People's House.
In 1915, the People's House was inaugurated. In 1937, it became officially known as the Borisoglebsk Collective and State Farm Theater. Only in the mid-forties was the theater given the name it still bears.
Location: Narodnaya street - 40.
Interesting architecture of Borisoglebsk
The entire city center seems to be saturated with the air of yesteryear. Ancient mansions give a unique flavor to provincial Borisoglebsk, edging its identity.
House of merchant Smirnov
Not far from the historical center there is a building from the late 19th century. It was originally built as a living space for the family of the merchant Smirnov. However, in 1897, the first public library in Borisoglebsk was opened in this 1-story building, the use of which was possible only with membership fees.
During Soviet times, the use of reading rooms became generally available. Today the mansion houses a branch of the children's library.
The symmetrical building of the architectural landmark has a corner rounding where the balcony of the main room used to be. The street façade is decorated with pilasters and semi-arched window designs. The internal arrangement of the rooms is typical of merchant estates of the 19th century.
Mariinskaya Women's Gymnasium
One of the most beautiful architectural buildings in Borisoglebsk is the building of the women's gymnasium, built in 1899. Representatives of different classes could afford to visit this educational institution, but for a set fee. The Mariinsky Gymnasium was famous throughout the district not only for the number of students, but also for the quality of knowledge.
During the years of the revolution, educational classes were filled with children of workers, and the institution itself was transformed into a Labor School. In the mid-20th century, the first bell of Borisoglebsk School No. 1 rang in the building, which later regained its status as a gymnasium.
The appearance of the building is similar to European castles: graceful turrets with spiers, snow-white cornices and arched windows, a slender row of balconies in the Renaissance style. Thanks to constant reconstruction work, the façade of the gymnasium differs little from its original appearance.
House of Prince S.M. Volkonsky
This architectural monument cannot yet boast of a remarkable appearance, but it is important for history as the place where Sergei Mikhailovich Volkonsky, a descendant of the Decembrists, an important theater figure, art critic and landowner, lived.
Lenin Square
The main square of Borisoglebsk is considered to be the one named after the leader of the proletariat. It is located in the central part of the city, decorated with many attractions and architectural delights.
So, it is crowned with a monument to V.I. Lenin, there are two parks nearby where you can take a walk and breathe some air - Central and Teatralny. Some of the beautiful buildings nearby include the City Administration, the Rossiya Hotel, and the Clock Tower.
Monument to Maxim Gorky
Probably, few people know that the famous writer, M. Gorky, lived for some time in Borisoglebsk. He served as a watchman, where he guarded a warehouse of tarpaulins and bags, and was also a team worker at the commodity checkout.
M. Gorky's stay is immortalized by a monument erected in front of the railway station. The opening of the monument took place on May 1, 1961.
Art Gallery named after P.I. Sholokhov
Pyotr Ivanovich Sholokhov is a famous Russian artist who lived in Borisoglebsk for a long time. The art gallery, which opened in 2001, was named after him. The art gallery exhibits works by the following artists: A.P. Ryabushkina, N.M. Chernysheva, A.V. Kuprina, I.I. Mashkova, Yu.I. Rogozina, P.I. Sholokhov and others. All works are presented in eight exhibition halls, with a total of 130 units .
The museum also has an old photographic studio where anyone can take a photo.
Location: Svobody Street - 162.
The main attractions of Borisoglebsk
What interesting things can this city offer to tourists? Borisoglebsk has three main attractions: architecture, museums and local beer. The latter has been brewed here since 1878!
You need to come to Borisoglebsk in order to leisurely walk along the quiet, cozy streets, admire the beauty and elegance of ancient merchant houses, and soak in the atmosphere of the county town, which has practically not changed its appearance since the beginning of the 19th century.
All travelers are greeted by a chic train station. Its central building is a valuable architectural monument, which displays features of classicism, renaissance and traditional Russian style. Borisoglebsk has three museums (a lot for such a small city): an art museum, a local history museum, and an art gallery.
In addition to the usual magnets and famous beer, you can bring from Borisoglebsk skillful products made of wood, clay, as well as light and very warm scarves made of goat down. The city has a number of hotels, guest houses, cafes, restaurants and snack bars. Therefore, visitors will definitely not stay here without an overnight stay and a delicious dinner.
Historical and Art Museum
It opened at the beginning of the 19th century as a school museum. In 1929 it received the status of a state local history museum. Now it is a museum that has collected a large amount of interesting things: weapons, archaeological finds, a samovar collection, a numismatic collection, archival materials, rare books, precious metals.
Location: Sovetskaya street - 5.
Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God
At the beginning of the 18th century, the Kazan Church was opened in the city. Until 1806, the church burned down several times, as it was wooden; in 1811, construction of a new stone church was allowed.
In 1904, a school began operating at the temple. During the revolution, the temple was closed and used for storage space. In the 1970s, the building became a garbage dump. In 1993, the restoration of the church began, and only in 2013 was the lighting of the temple completed. Now a Sunday school is open here.
Location: Sadovaya street - 58a.
Cathedral of the Icon of the Mother of God "The Sign"
The Znamensky Three-Altar Church was illuminated in 1869. Divine services in the temple from that time to this day practically did not stop. During the revolution, the temple lost most of its bells, but did not close.
The following icons of the temple are shrines: “Consolation and Consolation” (icon of the Mother of God), “Burning Bush” (icon of the Mother of God), icon “Cathedral of the Reverend Elders of Optina”. According to legend, the iconostasis was donated to the cathedral by Emperor Nicholas II. Icons were painted and covered with gilded icon cases in St. Petersburg. To this day, the cathedral delights the eye with its splendor and spiritual beauty.
Location: 40 Let Oktyabrya Street - 35.
Where to go in Borisoglebsk with children. Entertainment
After long excursions, tourists and their children will be able to look into places created specifically for relaxation from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. There are wonderful park areas, the nature of the surrounding area, and other entertainment that is designed for the older generation.
Tellerman Forest
The wonderful forest area, located to the west of Borisoglebsk and famous for its long history, has always attracted lovers of wonderful natural views.
The huge forest area, in addition to the forest plantings themselves, includes a considerable number of various natural reservoirs. And the local flora and fauna, extremely diverse, will not leave anyone indifferent.
Khopyorsky Reserve
Not far from Borisoglebsk, tourists can enjoy a picturesque natural museum, with a countless number of clean lakes (about 400) and healing pine air. The reserve was originally founded in 1935 to protect a small fur-bearing animal - the Russian muskrat, which to this day is a specially protected species of the local fauna.
The need to protect the population of this animal arose after uncontrolled commercial extermination for the sake of valuable fur at the beginning of the 20th century. Now the fur-bearing animal is a symbol of the reserve.
On the territory of the reserve complex there is a museum located in a 19th century house. Visitors will be told about the history and difficulties of environmental protection measures, introduced to botanical and zoological collections and helped with choosing a special route.
Hiking trails are created for independent exploration of the flora and fauna of the reserve without harming the surrounding nature. During the journey, guests will encounter special signs with stories about the place or representatives of the living world. You can book excursions by bus and even by kayak.
The natural monument is also famous for its diversity of flora. There are more than 1,200 plant species here, including about 120 species of underwater representatives. You can admire the diversity of Khoper nature completely free of charge, the main thing is to follow all the recommendations of the staff.
Borisoglebsky brewery
In 1878, German entrepreneurs Leimer opened a beer production plant in the city. The technology of the drink was kept in the strictest confidence, so the unique taste was highly valued among lovers far beyond the borders of the county town.
The appearance of the plant is unremarkable: a tall, massive red building looks more like an impregnable prison than a provincial enterprise.
There are no guided tours of the production, so exploring this city attraction will be limited to tasting foamy beer and purchasing souvenirs.
Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker
This church of extraordinary beauty is located in the city center. The temple was built at the end of the 19th century at the expense of local parishioners.
Eclecticism is the architectural style of the building. In 1919, the church served: one priest, a deacon and a psalm-reader. At the end of the 30s, the temple was closed, the property was stolen. A car park was organized in its place. The church ceased to exist for more than 50 years. The opening of the temple took place again in 1992. The church has now been restored and services are held there every day.
Location: Blanskaya street - 117.
