What to see in Vladimir? Sights and most beautiful places of Vladimir. Guide

Vladimir in winter is a popular tourist destination for 1–2 days. The ancient city looks especially atmospheric in the winter months: snow-covered wooden huts, central streets in festive illumination, craft fairs in the squares. During this period, Vladimir appears in a new light - even if you have already been here in the warm season, the city has something to surprise you!

The city of Vladimir in winter is perfect for both cultural and educational trips and active recreation. The weather in winter is quite mild. In the coldest months, January and February, the thermometer rarely drops below -10-15 degrees. The first snow falls in November, but permanent snow cover is usually established by December. The best period for tourist trips is considered to be the end of December and the beginning of January - at this time the city is decorated for the New Year, various festivals and fairs are held.

View of the Assumption Cathedral from the observation deck Photo: © Vitaly Akhmedyanov

Sights of Vladimir in winter

Since daylight hours are very short in the winter months, it’s worth starting your acquaintance with winter Vladimir with its architecture. The city's historical monuments are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List - some of them date back to the pre-Mongol period of Rus'. Most of the tourist sites are concentrated in one district of Vladimir, Oktyabrsky. The walk won’t take much time, especially since in winter it’s so nice to take breaks to warm up in a cafe.

Assumption Cathedral

The Vladimir Cathedral is one of the most outstanding monuments of Russian white-stone architecture of the pre-Mongol period. The cathedral was erected in 1158 by decree of Prince Andrei Bogolyubsky. It was this cathedral that later served as the prototype for the Assumption Cathedral in the Moscow Kremlin . Fragments of frescoes by Andrei Rublev have been preserved inside the temple. Now the Assumption Cathedral of Vladimir is an active temple and museum object - you can visit it both during services and with an excursion group.

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Dmitrievsky Cathedral

Another monument of the pre-Mongol period is the Dmitrievsky Cathedral of Vladimir, also built in the 12th century. The temple was founded by Prince Vsevolod the Big Nest at the princely court. Together with the Assumption Cathedral, Dmitrievsky is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The miniature, neat temple is notable for the carvings on the outside of the walls. The white stone walls are decorated with 600 bas-reliefs - most of the bas-reliefs are original. They depict historical and mythological scenes with animals: from galloping horsemen and exorcisms to Hercules fighting a lion.

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Demetrius Cathedral Photo: © Vitaly Akhmedyanov

Temples and monasteries of Vladimir

Walking around the city, you will constantly come across striking examples of temple architecture from different centuries. It is worth including in your route through winter Vladimir: the Catholic Church of the Holy Rosary , built in the red-brick neo-Gothic style; Nikitskaya Church in the provincial baroque style; Trinity Old Believer Church with an exhibition dedicated to the crafts of the Vladimir region.

The oldest holy monasteries on Vladimir land date back to the 12th century. In the center of the city is the Mother of God Nativity Monastery (founded at the end of the 12th century), which in the Middle Ages was the center of monastic life in the region. A 10-minute walk from the Golden Gate is the Dormition Princess Monastery, founded at the turn of the 12th–13th centuries. Bogolyubsky Monastery , located a 20-minute drive from Vladimir, is notable for its cathedral in honor of the Bogolyubskaya Icon of the Mother of God with sky-blue domes. Nearby is one of the most beautiful churches in Russia - the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl .

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Mother of God Nativity Monastery Photo: © Vitaly Akhmedyanov

Golden Gate

The ceremonial entry into the city was formalized in 1164. The Golden Gate with the gate church is the only gate of the pre-Mongol period that has survived in Vladimir to this day. But the Golden Gate acquired its modern appearance over time: the wide passage arch (original height - 14 meters) and the battle platform above the side pylons have been preserved since the 12th century. The gate church is not in use now - inside there is an exhibition dedicated to the defense of the city during the invasion of the Tatar-Mongol yoke.

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Shopping arcades

In addition to the monuments of Medieval Rus', Vladimir has many remarkable buildings from the 18th to early 20th centuries. The shopping arcades were built at the end of the 18th century, similar to Gostiny Dvor in St. Petersburg. The buildings were rebuilt and supplemented several times. So, in the 19th century there were Big and Small shopping arcades in the city. But, in the post-revolutionary years, most of the buildings were lost: the back part of the Large Rows was demolished and the Small Rows were completely destroyed. But the southern part has been preserved. Now there is a shopping complex inside.

Monuments of Vladimir

The main city monument is a sculpture dedicated to Prince Vladimir, located on the observation deck in front of the Assumption Cathedral. Nearby, in the Pushkin Park , there are 2 more interesting monuments: to Andrei Rublev, depicting an icon painter at work; “850 Years of Vladimir” is a Soviet monument that personifies the past and present of the city. On Bolshaya Moskovskaya Street there is a monument to another prince - Alexander Nevsky. For photographs with funny sculptures, you should go along Kozlov Val Street to the entrance to the Patriarchal Garden . There is a sculpture dedicated to the Vladimir cherry tree and a monument to the Scientist Cat.

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Monument to Prince Vladimir Photo: © Vitaly Akhmedyanov

Dmitrievsky Cathedral

Another masterpiece of Russian architecture was erected in Vladimir by Prince Vsevolod the Big Nest. And the prince dedicated this magnificent temple to the martyr Dmitry of Thessalonica.

The Principality of Vladimir was experiencing its heyday, and the temple was supposed to emphasize the power and strength of Vladimir. But its relatively small size is explained by the fact that it was a family, so to speak, house church of a large princely family.

Among similar religious buildings, Dmitrievsky Cathedral stands out for its unique and inimitable stone carvings.

Museums

Since winter weather is not always conducive to long walks, tourist routes around Vladimir always include museums. Most of them are located in the historical center of the city, between important architectural sites. A visit to the museums of Vladimir will perfectly complement your immersion in the history and culture of this ancient city.

Historical Museum of Vladimir

Housed in a brick building from the early 20th century, the museum introduces visitors to all the important milestones in the history of the city: from ancient times and the Mongol invasion to the Soviet period. In the exhibition you can learn about the settlement of ancient people on Vladimir land and the defense of the city from the Tatar-Mongols, see a model of medieval Vladimir and objects from a treasure trove of silver jewelry of the 13th century.

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The exhibitions of the museum center are located inside the historical building of the Chambers of Representatives . The museum center's collections are extensive and varied. Within the walls of the “Chambers” there are: an art gallery, a children's museum. In the art gallery you can see masterpieces of Russian painting, ranging from ancient icon paintings. The Children's Museum Center introduces visitors to the interiors of Russian houses of past centuries: the interior of a Russian hut and a school classroom of a pre-revolutionary educational institution.

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Museum "Old Vladimir"

The exhibition is housed in a red brick water tower building. Inside are archival photographs of the city from the 19th–20th centuries, posters and newspapers of that time. The halls contain displays with mannequins, recreating various establishments of past centuries. On the top floor there is an observation deck with one of the best views in the city of the Assumption Cathedral.

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What to see in Vladimir with children? The city has several interactive and educational museums that are ideal for cultural family fun. The “Museum of Nature” will introduce visitors to the flora and fauna of central Russia. The exhibitions are decorated in forest corners: you will see a family of beavers on the shore of a pond, a fight between bears; wolf habitat. All this is accompanied by the sounds of nature, and there is the opportunity to watch several documentaries.

Fairy tale museum “Granny Yagusya” Photo: © Svetlana Vorobyeva

The fairytale museum “Babusya Yagusya” is an interactive space: in addition to the collection of Baba Yaga figurines, children can see the characters of Russian fairy tales live, take part in master classes and be treated to tea and pies. At the Gingerbread Museum, visitors can paint their own printed gingerbread and taste local products. In the chocolate workshop you can learn how to make chocolate yourself, and after the master class you can buy souvenir bars as a keepsake. At the Borodins' forge, guests will be shown the forging process and invited to take part in it; at the Kolokol pottery workshop, they will help them create their first ceramic miracle.

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Museum complex "Chambers"

Surrounded by centuries-old trees of the park, there is a government building. On both sides the building is surrounded by ancient monuments of Russian architecture.

The three-story building of the Chambers is made in a classical architectural style with a large arch at the main entrance.

Before the revolution, it was the place where trade and commercial contracts were signed, as well as the place where honorary delegations were received. Now the building houses a branch of the Vladimir-Suzdal Museum-Reserve.

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Festivals and holidays

The main winter holiday in Vladimir, as in other Russian cities, is New Year. The main fair of the city, Rozhdestvenskaya, opens during this period on the pedestrian Georgievskaya Street . Craftsmen and craftsmen from other cities in the region and regions of Russia come to the Vladimir fair. Visitors can purchase handmade goods, edible souvenirs and original Christmas tree decorations. On the observation deck of Cathedral Square, a gazebo made of New Year's garlands is being created. Entertainment programs are also held here throughout the New Year holidays. New Year's festivities end on January 12 with the traditional Santa Claus race. Theatrical quest games dedicated to the New Year are held in the Zagorodny Culture and Leisure Park.

New Year's fair Photo: © Ivan Yakunin

At the beginning of December, the “Brine Day” takes place in the Central Park of Culture and Recreation . These are folk festivals with competitions and games. The event is timed to coincide with a homemade preparations competition. Here you can buy Vladimir pickles and jam. During the festival, horseback riding and Finnish sleigh rides are organized. At the end of winter, Russian Maslenitsa is celebrated on a grand scale. Theatrical performances, competitions with prizes and round dances are organized in city squares. Many tourists prefer to go to this ancient region to celebrate Maslenitsa - in the Vladimir region the holiday is celebrated with a special ancient flavor.

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Theaters, concerts

Many travelers prefer to spend winter evenings enjoying a cultural program. You can get acquainted with the modern cultural life of Vladimir by visiting theatrical performances or concert programs. The main theater of the city is considered to be the Vladimir Drama Theater . The repertoire of the drama theater includes productions based on classical works and performances based on plays by modern authors. Tourists are especially interested in performances dedicated to the history of the city and its outstanding personalities, for example, the production of “Andrei Bogolyubsky”.

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The Vladimir Regional Puppet Theater is interesting not only for children’s performances based on popular fairy tales, but also for productions based on such serious works as Solzhenitsyn’s “Matrenin’s Dvor.” From the beginning of December to mid-January, New Year's themed performances are staged in the puppet theater. The Razgulay Folklore Theater will introduce folk songs and dances to city guests. Performances based on folk tales are staged here, and ritual and play programs dedicated to Russian holidays are organized.

Vladimir Philharmonic Photo: © Vitaly Akhmedyanov

You can listen to classical music at the Vladimir Philharmonic or at the Classical Music Center . The city Philharmonic has several groups of Russian folk dances and music - tourists come here to see the performances of these artists and immerse themselves in the atmosphere of ancient Rus'.

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Temple of St. George the Victorious

In the very center of the ancient Russian city, the majestic and unique temple of the Holy Great Martyr George the Victorious is comfortably located. Historians and antiquity lovers will appreciate this part of the city.

In front of the church, the ancient pavement of the street has been preserved, and the building itself, built back in 1157, is simply filled with the ancient charm of Russian architecture. In the old days, there was a monastery attached to the temple.

The church survived the tragic events of Russian history and today delights the eyes of parishioners and tourists with its monumentality and splendor.

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Leisure

There are several active recreation centers in the vicinity of Vladimir and the region. The region is not famous for its high hills and slides, but you can still ski or snowboard on small hills. The ski season in the Vladimir region begins in the second half of November and early December. The most popular winter holiday resorts in the region:

• Ski complex "Hare Hill" . The complex is located just 16 km from the city, in the village of Sadovy. The resort has slopes for both professionals and beginners. The length of the ski slopes is 350 meters. There is a tubing park for cheesecake riding.
• Ski complex "Puzhalova Gora" . The resort is located near Gorokhovets, 150 km from Vladimir. The total area of ​​the resort is 12 hectares. On the slopes of Puzhalova Gora there are 16 trails for skiing of varying difficulty levels. There is also a sledding slope, biathlon and cross-country skiing tracks.
• Ski complex "Krasnaya Gorka" . The ski complex is located 70 km from Vladimir, near the village of Melekhovo. The resort has 5 slopes: the length of the slopes is from 150 to 450 meters. There is also a slope for cheesecake skiing.

If you come to Vladimir for 1-2 days and don’t have time to go to winter recreation centers, then you should pay attention to city activities. Holidays in Vladimir in winter When the weather sets in below zero, the alleys and paths for skating are flooded Pushkinsky Boulevard One of the largest skating rinks is located in the Central Park of Culture and Recreation. In case of warm weather, you can go skating at the ice palaces: “Vladimir” or “Polaris” . City parks offer snowmobiling, husky sledding, and ATV riding.

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Botanical Garden

The exact name of this most beautiful and unique object of Vladimir is “Patriarchal Garden”.

The multi-tiered park is located on the slopes of an ancient hill. Interesting park. First of all, its amazing landscape. In addition, unique and exotic varieties of trees and flowers are collected here.

Guests of the city and residents of Vladimir can stroll along the shady alleys, as well as relax on benches in the picturesque landscapes of the garden.

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Stories, routes and tips from tourists with photos

In reviews of Vladimir in winter, travelers share their impressions of the city during the cold season, leisure options and recommendations for visiting places. From the photos of Vladimir in winter from tourists you will see what the sights look like under the snow. Travel notes will help you navigate the weather conditions on your travel dates.

• “Vladimir. February weekend 2016" - a photo album about the city of Vladimir in winter from Vitaly Akhmedyanov.
• “Streets of Vladimir Rus'” - a story about Christmas Vladimir from Ivan Yakunin.
• “Winter Vladimir” is a photo album about December Vladimir from Svetlana Vorobyova.
• “Frosty days of February 2022” - a photo album about holidays in the Vladimir region in winter from Andrey Muravyov.

All tourist reviews about trips to Vladimir

Winter Vladimir Photo: © Vitaly Akhmedyanov

Summarize

Well, our little journey is over. But in one article it is difficult to convey the charm of the Russian city, to tell about the most beautiful places in Vladimir. It’s better to come and personally touch the ancient shrines of Vladimir with your soul and heart, and the hospitable city is always happy to meet new friends.

The editors of most-beauty.ru will be happy to read your comments on this article. Perhaps you can tell us and our readers about other equally beautiful places in Vladimir.

Editor's note: This article has been updated since its original publication in July 2022.

Where to stay in Vladimir

“Prince Vladimir”, “Monomakh”, “Zastava”, “Voznesenskaya Sloboda” - the names of some hotels in Vladimir, like its attractions, refer to the distant times of Rus', while the interiors of others are practically transported back several eras.

Tourists in the city are offered to stay in hotels, most of which do not have a specific star rating, as well as 2, 3 or 4 star hotels, several hostels and apartments. The variety of the latter will allow you to find a suitable option both in terms of comfort level, availability of necessary equipment, and convenient price.

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Winter Vladimir Photo: © Vitaly Akhmedyanov

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Excursions from Vladimir in winter

In winter, the towns of the Vladimir region seem to freeze in time. Ancient settlements wrapped in snow embody ideas about ancient Rus'. Thanks to the short distances, even in a short daylight hours you can see several cities. The itinerary for one day can be:

• Bogolyubovo - Suzdal - Kideksha . The distance between Vladimir and Suzdal is 35 km. On the way to the city-museum with the white-stone Kremlin and ancient temples, it is worth visiting Bogolyubovo with its convent and the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl a couple of kilometers from the settlement. After a walk around Suzdal, you can stop by the settlement of Kideksha with the Boris and Gleb Church of the pre-Mongol period.
• Yuryev-Polsky - Alexandrov . In the city of Yuryev-Polsky (founded by Yuri Dolgoruky), tourists explore the St. George's Cathedral and the St. Michael the Archangel Monastery . In the city of Alexandrov there is a white-stone ensemble of the Holy Dormition Convent .
• Sudogda - Gus-Khrustalny . The city of Sudogda, founded in the mid-16th century, is notable for its St. Catherine's Cathedral . In the Sudogdsky district there is an unusual building - Khrapovnitsky’s estate in the form of a castle. Gus-Khrustalny is interesting because of its crystal museum and a factory for the production of crystal products.

Winter Suzdal Photo: © Andrey Muravyov

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Cathedral Square

The appearance of the most beautiful Vladimir Square is formed by monuments and ancient buildings of Bolshaya Moskovskaya Street.

In the very center of the square you will find a beautiful monument, which was erected in honor of the 850th anniversary of the city. On three sides of the pyramid, which goes up into the sky, there are figures of a warrior, a worker and an architect.

In 1995, the square was decorated with a magnificent monument to the Russian icon painter and artist Andrei Rublev.

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About the city

Vladimir is a modern, beautiful city with a lot of green spaces. Included in the list of cities of the Golden Ring of Russia. A city with a long history (more than 900 years, older than Moscow), the former capital of the Rostov-Suzdal Principality, which became the prototype of the future Russian state. In the Middle Ages, Vladimir became a provincial city, a cultural center that attracted creative people of that period. During the Soviet period of history, the city lost somewhat in terms of cultural development, the number of religious sites decreased significantly, but at the same time Vladimir took a big step forward in terms of scientific, technical, and industrial development.

The city can be very interesting for those interested in history, for tourists who want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the capital and big cities.

Vladimir is located at the intersection of railways and highways, therefore, from the point of view of convenient transport logistics, the city is attractive both for organized tourist groups and for individual guests.

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Ferris wheel "Sky 33"

The main tourist “pearl” of Vladimir’s Central Park appeared in 2015, causing a great stir in the city and its surroundings. Thousands of people wanted to ride the 50-meter Ferris wheel and see the city from a bird's eye view. The new design turned out to be the only one in the area in terms of dimensions, so the flow of people wanting to ride has not dried up to this day. The 15-minute journey allows you to enjoy a complete panorama of the surrounding area: the wheel is positioned in such a way that people sitting in the cabins can see all areas perfectly. In total, the attraction contains 32 cabins and can accommodate 192 visitors.

Mother of God Nativity Monastery

This monastery played a significant role in ancient Russian history. It was built by Vsevolod the Big Nest in 1191, and since then this structure has seen many large-scale upheavals and changes. In addition to the prominent political figures who visited here, the monastery is famous for the fact that it was here that the body of Alexander Nevsky was buried. During the Soviet period, the monastery was used by security officers, which gave it the bad reputation of bloody repressions. Today there is a newly functioning monastery here, which plays an important role in the Russian Orthodox Church system.

Water tower

The Vladimir water tower is a very interesting structure, which was created by the architect S. M. Zharov in 1912. However, the real history of this structure begins in the 60s of the 19th century, when the authorities implemented the construction of the first reservoir. After 50 years, the tower was moved and built in a new location, where it was used until 1950. After that, the tower was recognized as an architectural monument, and a museum exhibition of more than 800 exhibits dedicated to the past of the city was placed in it. The tower also contains a large spiral staircase and an observation deck.