The city of Spas-Klepiki. Sights of the Ryazan region

The ancient Russian city of Spas-Klepiki, the sights of which we will consider in the article, was first mentioned in chronicles in the mid-seventeenth century. The name is interpreted interestingly. “Klepiki,” scientists believe, is a knife for cutting fish. And the word “saved” was already attached to the name after the construction of the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord in the nineteenth century. Some folk legends claim that the church was built by robbers as a sign of repentance for their crimes. Other legends say that the temple was erected by local merchants for miraculous deliverance from persecution by robbers. Since ancient times, one of the main industries of the inhabitants was fishing. It is not for nothing that a fish, together with a cross and a feather, is depicted on the city’s coat of arms.

The small provincial town of Spas-Klepiki (Ryazan region) with a population of less than six thousand does not have high-rise buildings. There are mainly one- and two-story houses here. Some buildings are well preserved, others look very unkempt.

Yesenin Museum

The city of Spas-Klepiki is the birthplace of the talented Russian poet Sergei Yesenin. Therefore, the townspeople consider the museum of the genius of Russian poetry to be the main attraction.

It is located in the building of a former church and teachers' school. This is a modest two-story building under an iron roof, fenced with a low openwork brick fence, with low wooden lattice gates and a wicket. This was the school where S.A. studied. Yesenin. Here you can hear a lot of interesting things about people who were in one way or another connected with the poet’s adolescence, teachers, see the desk at which he sat, household items characteristic of that era.

Another museum dedicated to the genius of Russian poetry is located in the village of Konstantinovo. Travelers claim that it is this place that should be visited first, because Yesenin was born here and spent his childhood.

Also in Spas-Klepiki, on one of the streets, there is a bust of Sergei Yesenin. And in the town there is an unusual plaster sculpture of a girl feeding two bear cubs from a nipple.

Story

In the 17th century Two important trade routes passed through Spas-Klepiki: Ryazan - Vladimir and Yegoryevsk - Kasimov. Thanks to this, the village turned into a major center of transit trade and wealthy merchants became interested in it. In the center of the settlement, they built their houses, forming a quadrangular square, from which radiated streets with simpler houses, where artisans, handicraftsmen, and minor officials lived. By 1905, Spas-Klepiki had become a fairly large village with several dozen shops, a post and telegraph office, two churches, a zemstvo hospital, a pharmacy, a hotel, three schools, a railway station and even a cinema. There were tanneries and soap factories here, as well as a dozen cotton factories. In 1920, the village received city status.

"Forest Fortress"

What interesting things can you see when visiting Spas-Klepiki? Museum of Wooden Architecture "Forest Fortress". It is very young, founded only 10 years ago. The exhibits there are simply unique.

These are various figures of animals and fairy-tale characters made of wood. Some of them are painted, some are not, which in both cases gives the products a special charm. Beautifully carved boxes and table clocks can also be seen here. The museum building itself is remarkable in the form of a fairy-tale mansion, richly decorated with wooden carvings.

There are also courses on decorative wood processing.

Weather, best time to travel

The climate of the Ryazan region is moderate continental, not characterized by sudden changes in temperature and pressure, and is not characterized by extreme phenomena. Dry years, winter thaws and ice, frosts in early spring and late autumn, as well as thunderstorms and strong winds are common here.

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According to the comfort rating, calculated based on long-term weather indicators of Spas-Klepikov, the best time to travel to the city is from April to November. The comfort factor in these months exceeds 4 points. It reaches a maximum of 5 points in June and August.

Lakes

What else can you see when you come to Spas-Klepiki? The sights of the town are really interesting. What amazes and delights Yesenin’s homeland most is the unsurpassed beauty of nature and marvelous landscapes. It is not without reason that the famous writer Konstantin Paustovsky dedicated his literary works to the beauty of the region. This is where the Meshchersky National Park is located. Its pride is its water resources. These are the valleys of the Pra River, many large and small lakes, and swamps. The famous Great Klepikovsky Lakes give the park its unique landscape. They are connected to each other by channels and seem to be lost among the forests. Mirror lakes, with sandy shores, surrounded by mighty trees, are the pride of Russia.

This is one of the cleanest ecological areas. White Lake (Spas-Klepiki, Ryazan region) is famous for its special beauty. It is also an ideal place for fishing, as it is home to many species of freshwater fish. The lake is of karst origin, very deep. In some places up to 100 meters. The largest, naturally, is Lake Velikoye (Spas-Klepiki) with an abundance of various representatives of flora and fauna. It has eight very picturesque islands.

Status

Municipal entity - Klepikovsky municipal district is an independent municipal entity within the Ryazan region.

The Klepikovsky district in its current form was formed on March 2, 1935 by the Decree of the All-Russian Central Executive Committee.

Restored within existing borders by Decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the RSFSR dated January 12, 1965.

The charter of the municipal formation - Klepikovsky municipal district was approved by the decision of the district Council of Deputies on August 16, 1996. The new version of the Charter was approved by the Council of Deputies of the municipal formation - Klepikovsky municipal district on February 27, 2008 by decision No. 16.

Spas-Klepiki Attractions

In addition to the wonderful nature, there are archaeological monuments in the park. This is the Deulinsky burial ground and Tyukov town. Tourists can also admire well-preserved churches built in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Nowadays they are part of the National Park. Park staff have developed several tourist routes. Those interested can choose a route not only by topic, but also by mode of transportation: on foot, by water or by car. In addition, for the convenience of vacationers, several tourist sites have been created, where those who wish can relax in nature and pitch a tent. For those who love a comfortable holiday, a number of tourist centers and boarding houses are available. For example, “Sergeevo”, “Meshchera”, “Polushkino” and others. There is a healing spring in the park.

Where to eat

There are several catering outlets in the city where you can eat for little money. Cafe "Old Farm" is located on the street. Prosveshcheniya, 15. According to visitors, there is a cozy atmosphere, delicious cuisine, and pleasant music. The average bill is 300 rubles.

Grill-bar "Hemingway" on the square. Lenina, 58a is popular among city residents. Delicious kebabs and vegetables are prepared here. Opening hours: from 11 a.m. to midnight.

Sights of the Ryazan region

The amazing history of the Church of the Life-Giving Trinity in Tuma. Like the vast majority of churches, it was closed during Soviet times. But it was returned to believers in 1945. The church building dates from the mid-nineteenth century. The architectural style of the temple is mainly classicism, with rich decoration of walls and windows. The spire of the multi-tiered bell tower is about eighty meters. The interior decoration of the temple is very rich. It contains works by Italian masters, as well as ancient paintings, icons and frescoes made according to sketches by outstanding Russian artists of the century before last.

At the entrance to Tuma you can see a worship cross. It was installed recently, but a hundred years ago such crosses were not uncommon at the entrance to a populated area. They appeared before the weary traveler as a symbol that he had safely reached his destination and could praise the Almighty for this.

In the village of Ilyino, travelers can see the small, amazingly beautiful Church of the Smolensk Icon of the Mother of God, built back in 1838. The building is wooden, with an iron roof and domes. The character of the building can be said to be that simplicity and dignity prevail in it.

While in Spas-Klepiki, you should definitely visit the village of Ushmor, which is located nearby. There is a very well-kept park complex here. Its pearl is a beautiful round rotunda surrounded by neat lawns and beautiful flower beds. It is a place for photo sessions of newlyweds. And not in vain. This private estate will satisfy the needs of the most sophisticated esthete.

Hotels

There are no hotels in the small town of Spas-Klepiki. The only hotel “Va-Bank” on the street. Prosveshcheniya, 18, was recently closed. You can stop for a rest near the city.

Recreation center Polushkino

The base is located 3 km from the center of Spas-Klepikov at the address: Polushkino, 54. Guests are provided with comfortable rooms of different categories, equipped with the necessary furniture and household appliances. There is free wireless Internet on the territory of the base. Vacationers can use parking for cars, go in for water sports, and horse riding.

There is a private beach, table tennis and billiards. There is a cafe at the base where you can order food to your room, and you can prepare your own food. Cost - 2000-7000 rubles.

Parusa Park Hotel

Located on the shore of Lake Beloye, surrounded by picturesque nature. Separate houses and rooms in the hotel complex are equipped for accommodation. New modern furniture, thoughtful interiors, good equipment, as well as beautiful views of the lake from the windows distinguish the hotel rooms from other similar establishments.

The hotel has a restaurant and the beach is nearby. Room price – from 2600 rub.

L-29 aircraft and the narrow gauge railway museum

In Spas-Klepiki, near the old buildings, there is an unusual monument to the aircraft. It was installed in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Victory. The Czechoslovak training aircraft L-29 is located on the pedestal.

Not far from Spas-Klepikov there is probably one of the last narrow-gauge railways in the country. The depot in the village of Bolon is simply a working museum of this endangered mode of transport. A museum of narrow-gauge equipment was founded at the Tumskaya railway station. Tourists will be able to see with their own eyes a snow plow, old passenger and freight cars, and a flat car, which are no longer used for modern railways. All these new technologies have now been forgotten and are preserved only in this museum.

Archeological and architectural monuments

Several particularly noteworthy ancient buildings and ancient monuments have been preserved on the territory of the national park.

Deulinsky burial ground

• Address: Meshchersky National Park.

Meshchera has been inhabited by people since ancient times; today scientists are finding more and more traces of different tribes on its territory. One of the most famous archaeological monuments discovered in the Klepikovsky district is an ancient burial ground on the right bank of the Pra River.

The burial ground was discovered by researcher V.P. Sklyarov, during excavations the scientist, together with other archaeologists, uncovered 9 burials of Ryazan-Oka Finns, adults and children. Along with the deceased, jewelry made of metal and glass and various types of weapons from darts to swords and axes were buried in the graves. Experts say that the burial ground was created in the 6th-7th centuries.

Tyukovo settlement

• Address: Meshchersky National Park.

Another archeological monument - the site of an ancient man - was found near Lake Swan in 1928. The discoverer of the site was archaeologist Otto Bader. The settlement received the name of the village of Tyukovo, which is located only a hundred meters from it. Research has shown that the first people appeared in this area during the pre-glacial period.

Experts also dug up traces of later settlements on the shore of the reservoir: fragments of ceramics, metal arrowheads and even musical instruments - flutes made from animal bones. Scientists estimate that the relics are more than 3,000 years old. Today, an information stand with a description of the ancient settlement has been installed at the excavation site.

Ruins of a railway bridge

• Coordinates: 55.124374, 40.170478.

In addition to the exhibits of the Tuma Museum, there is another legacy of the narrow-gauge road in the area - the remains of a bridge over the Pra River. The structure was built at the end of the 19th century at the same time as the tracks.

Despite the fact that the 200-meter bridge was made of wood, it could support multi-ton carriages loaded with various raw materials. Over the course of a hundred years, the building fell into disrepair and was little used, and in 2003 it completely burned down during a fire. Part of the canvas has been preserved near the river; near the very shore, surviving piles stick out of the water.

House with mezzanine

In the central part of Spas-Klepikov there are many old private houses, both brick and wooden. From a row of small one- and two-story buildings on Prosveshcheniya Street, a strikingly long house with a mezzanine stands out.

The first floor of the building is stone, the second floor and the small mezzanine are wooden. There are 25 windows on the second floor of the amazing house, and each of them is decorated with elegant carved frames. Currently, the building houses several city institutions.