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City in the Republic of Karelia, Russia

Kondopoga

(Russian: Kondopoga; Karelian: Kondupokhyu; Finnish: Kontupokhya) is a town and administrative center of the Kondopoga District of the Republic of Karelia, Russia, located at the northern tip of the Kondopoga Bay of Lake Onega, near the mouth of the Suna River and the Kivachsky Nature Reserve, approximately 54 kilometers ( 34 miles) from Petrozavodsk. Population: 32,987 (2010 Census);[3]34,863 (2002 Census);[9]36,365 (1989 Census).[10]

Story

Historical affiliation

Tsardom of Russia 1563–1721 Russian Empire 1721–1917 Russian Republic 1917 Soviet Russia 1917–1922 Soviet Union 1922–1941 Republic of Finland 1941–1944 Soviet Union 1944–1991 Russian Federation 1991–present

The very first written mention of Kondopoga dates back to 1563.[2] This became important after rich marble deposits were discovered nearby in 1757 and quarries were established. Kondopoga became a logistics hub for shipping marble to St. Petersburg. Later, deposits of iron ore were discovered nearby, which were sent to metallurgical plants in Petrozavodsk and Kentyarvi.

By 1892, Kondopoga had 48 buildings, three hundred residents, two churches and a school, and a fair was held annually on September 8–15.

During World War I, the Main Artillery Directorate of the Russian War Ministry began construction of a plant for the production of nitric acid, necessary for the production of gunpowder. The hydroelectric power plant was designed to meet the significant energy demand for such a plant. Kondopoga was well suited for such a station due to the significant difference in water level between Lakes Nigozero and Onega. And the 30 MW station was supposed to be the largest in Russia. However, the October Revolution and subsequent civil war delayed the project, which was only revived during Soviet times as part of the GOELRO Plan. According to the project, the waters of the Suna River were to be redirected to a hydroelectric power station through a system of lakes. On July 19, 1923, the Economic Council of Karelia ratified the creation of a construction company (Kondostroy) for the construction of a hydroelectric power station and a large pulp and paper mill. Kondopoga became the administrative center of the district in 1932 and received city status in 1938.[ citation needed

] At that time its population was about fourteen thousand inhabitants.

November 3, 1941 World War II Kondopoga was occupied by Finnish troops and completely destroyed. Industrial enterprises and factories were looted, including a pulp and paper mill, a hydroelectric power station, a granite and brick factory, a furniture factory and other facilities. About 250 houses and apartment buildings were demolished, as well as concert halls, museums, a kindergarten, a school, hotels, a fire station and government offices. All bridges in the surrounding area have been blown up. The city was liberated on June 28, 1944 by the Red Army from the Karelian Front as part of the Svir-Petrozavodsk offensive. After the war the city was rebuilt. In 1957, Kondopoga was declared All-Union. Komsomol construction site. A number of new factories were built, and the pulp and paper mill was expanded. The population grew to 38 thousand people.

On the night of August 29–30, 2006, two ethnic Russians were killed and several other Chechens were seriously wounded, starting 2006 ethnic tensions in Kondopoga.

Ecology

The main concern of local environmentalists is the work of the Kondopoga plant, the emissions of which, like any industrial enterprise, have a negative impact on the environment in the area of ​​health resorts.

The modernization program of the plant's heat and power complex has made it possible to significantly reduce harmful emissions. Since 2015, Kondopoga has been excluded from the list of environmentally unfavorable points.

Architecture

Assumption Church in Kondopoga
First recorded back in 1495, a rare monument of Russian wooden architecture has been preserved in Kondopoga - the Assumption Church (Uspenskaya Church), built in 1774. The central column of this church was crowned with a hipped roof. The total height was 42 m. The column was based on a central rectangular frame with adjacent frames for the refectory and altar. The frame of the altar was covered with a traditional wooden roof called a barrel roof.

The church was burned down in 2022 by a mentally ill teenager, leaving only a few charred remains in its place.

Climate

The city of Kondopoga is located in a zone of moderately cold continental climate with marine influence. This climate is characterized by long winters and short, cool summers.

Characteristic:

• The average annual temperature is 2.2°C.
• Average precipitation is 564 mm.
• The largest amount of precipitation falls in August.
• The driest month is February.
• The hottest month is July (average temperature 15.7°C).
• The coldest is January (-11.5o C on average).

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Notes

1. ^ a b c d f
   Law No. 871-RZK
2. ^ a b
   "Kondopoga: History". Retrieved July 25, 2013.
3. ^ a b
   Federal State Statistics Service of Russia (2011).
   “All-Russian Population Census 2010. Volume 1" [All-Russian Population Census 2010, vol. 1]. All-Russian Population Census 2010 [All-Russian Population Census 2010]
   (in Russian). Federal State Statistics Service.
4. "26. The size of the permanent population of the Russian Federation by municipalities as of January 1, 2022.” Federal State Statistics Service. Retrieved January 23, 2022.
5. ^ a b c d
   Law No. 813-RZK
6. Law No. 825-ZRK
7. "On the calculation of time." Official Internet portal of legal information
   (in Russian). June 3, 2011. Retrieved January 19, 2022.
8. Post office. Information and computing center of OASU RPO. ( Post office
   ).
   Search for postal facilities ( Search for postal facilities
   ) (in Russian)
9. Federal State Statistics Service of Russia (May 21, 2004). “The population of Russia, the constituent entities of the Russian Federation as part of federal districts, urban settlements, urban settlements, settlements, settlements of 3 thousand or more people.” [Population of Russia, its federal districts, federal subjects, districts, urban settlements, rural settlements - administrative centers, rural settlements with a population of more than 3000 people] (XLS). All-Russian Population Census of 2002 [All-Russian Population Census of 2002]
   (in Russian).
10. “All-Union Population Census of 1989. The actual population of the union and autonomous republics, autonomous regions and districts, territories, regions, urban settlements and villages of Karelia”, No. 48, May 7, 2005 (Legislative Assembly of the Republic of Karelia. Law No. 871- ZRK dated April 29, 2005 On the administrative-territorial structure of the Republic of Karelia
    As amended by Law No. 1895-ZRK dated June 2, 2015.
    On amendments to Article 9 of the Law of the Republic of Karelia “On the administrative-territorial structure of the Republic of Karelia.”
    Valid from the official date publications).
11. Legislative Assembly of the Republic of Karelia. Law No. 813-ZRK of November 1, 2004 “On urban and rural settlements in the settlement of Karelia,” as amended. Law No. 1694-ZRK of April 2, 2013 “On the transformation of municipalities” Nyukhchinskoye rural settlement “and” Sumposadskoye rural settlement “Belomorsky municipal district and amendments to some legislative acts of the Republic of Karelia”. Came into force after ten days from the date of official publication. Published: newspaper “Karelia”, No. 124, 126, 129, 132, 135, 136, 139, November 4 - December 9, 2004 (Legislative Assembly of the Republic of Karelia. Law No. 813-ZRK of November 1, 2004 On urban, rural settlements of the Republic of Karelia
    As amended by Law No. 1694-ZRK dated 02.04.2013.
    On the transformation of the municipalities “Nyukhchinskoe rural settlement” and “Sumposadskoe rural settlement” of the Belomorsk municipal district of the Republic of Karelia and on amendments to various legislative acts of the Republic of Karelia
    . Valid from the date , which occurs ten days after the day of official publication.).
12. Legislative Assembly of the Republic of Karelia. Law No. 825-ZRK of December 1, 2004 “On municipal districts in Karelia”, as amended. Law No. 1694-ZRK of April 2, 2013 “On the transformation of municipalities” Nyukhchinskoye rural settlement “and” Sumposadskoye rural settlement “Belomorsky municipal district and amendments to some legislative acts of the Republic of Karelia”. Came into force after ten days from the date of official publication. Published: newspaper “Karelia”, No. 141, December 16, 2004 (Legislative Assembly of the Republic of Karelia. Law No. 825-ZRK of December 1, 2004. On municipal districts of the Republic of Karelia
    As amended by Law of 02.04.2013 No. 1694-ZRK.
    About transformation of the municipalities "Nyukhchinskoe rural settlement" and "Sumposad rural settlement" of the Belomorsky municipal district of the Republic of Karelia and on amendments to various legislative acts of the Republic of Karelia...
    Valid from the day that occurs ten days after the day of official publication.).

Kondopoga

(Republic of Karelia)

OKATO code:
86215501
Founded:
1938
City since:
1938 City of district subordination (Kondopoga district of the Republic of Karelia)
Center:
Kondopoga district
Telephone code (reference phone)

Deviation from Moscow time, hours:
0
Geographic latitude:
62°12′
Geographic longitude:
34°16′
Altitude above sea level, meters:
60 Sunrise and sunset times in the city of Kondopoga

Economy

Industry

The main machine of the Kondopoga paper mill, Heinrich Vogeler Kondopoga pulp and paper mill TRC "Lotos"
The city's main enterprise is the Kondopoga pulp and paper mill.

The oldest enterprise in the region, OJSC Kondopozhskoye Timber Industry, was founded on August 9, 1929.

In addition, OJSC Karelian Bread Products Plant operates in the area. MMP Housing and Communal Services of Kondopoga, OJSC "Stone Processing Plant".

Tourism

Since 2007, a program designed to change the situation in the tourism industry began in the Kondopoga region. A phased overhaul of the municipal hotel “Kivach” is being carried out.

Most tourist sites and routes are located in the Kondopoga region. In Kondopoga itself, mainly museum and hotel activities are developing.

The rivers and reservoirs of the surrounding areas of the city are popular among fishing enthusiasts.

Main attractions

In Kondopoga you can find several remarkable unique places unique to this region.

Religious buildings

Until August 2022, the main attraction of Kondopoga was the wooden Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which rose majestically on the rocky shore of Lake Onega. As a result of barbaric actions, the ancient architectural monument was significantly damaged by fire.

Kondopoga. The attractions are headed by the wooden Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Experts estimate that about 10% of the original historical elements remain. There is hope that through the efforts of patrons and concerned citizens the temple will be restored.

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• Church of the Seventh Day Christian Adventists is located on the street. Zavodskaya, 24 a. Open from 9.00 to 18.00.
• The Evangelical Lutheran parish in Kondopoga is the largest Lutheran church in Karelia. Address: st. Zavodskaya, 4.
• The new operating Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary was built in the period 2004-2009. Address: st. Bumazhnikov, 19.

Museums

The sights of the Kondopoga museum complexes tell about the historical events with which this land is rich:

• Museum of the Kondopoga Region opened its doors in 1981 for everyone who wants to get acquainted with the development of industry in the Russian North. Its exhibitions tell about different stages in the life of the city. A separate room is allocated for the exhibition of works by Karelian artists and craftsmen. The museum is open from 10.00 to 18.00 from Monday to Thursday, until 17.00 on Sunday. Entrance ticket cost: 20-50 rubles.

• Kizhi is a museum-reserve on an island in Lake Onega. Here, in the open air, buildings of wooden architecture from all over Karelia are collected. Excursion boats go from Kondopologi to the museum island. The cost of visiting the exhibitions is 500-600 rubles. for an adult. There are a number of discounts for various benefit categories.
• The Kondopoga hydroelectric power station is the oldest power plant in Karelia and one of the very first in Russia. Today it is not only an energy system facility, but also an architectural monument included in the list of state-protected buildings. You can visit here as part of a tour. A hydroelectric power station was built at the confluence of the river. Suny to Sandal Lake.

Natural attractions

Kondopoga, whose surrounding landscapes attract thousands of outdoor enthusiasts every year, is located surrounded by the famous Karelian forests and lakes.

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• Reserve "Kivach" named after the central attraction - a waterfall, 10 m high. Created to protect hundred-year-old pine forests from cutting down. Near the waterfall there is the central estate of the reserve, a nature museum and an arboretum. Entrance ticket price 150 rubles. for adults, children under 7 years old - free. There are benefits for pensioners and students. Museum opening hours: from 9.00 to 21.00.

• The Marcial Waters balneological resort is located 35 km from Kondopoga. The initiative to build a resort on the site of the miraculous springs came from Emperor Peter 1, who repeatedly experienced their healing power. The main strength of local waters is the high concentration of active iron. Sapropelic sulfide-carbonate medicinal muds were found in the Gabozero valley. Patients with diseases of the cardiovascular system and respiratory organs are treated in the Martialnye Vody sanatoriums. This is an excellent base for the rehabilitation of people with musculoskeletal problems.
• Kedrozero is one of the blue pearls of the region, located 30 km from the city. You can easily get here by commuter train or car. The peculiarity of the lake, with an area of ​​24 m2, is that it is located 62 m above sea level. The rocky shores and fabulous ornaments of the houses of the local village attract those who want to hide from the bustle of the city. The riches of the underwater world of Kedrozer were appreciated by fishermen.

Monuments

On the territory of the city you can find several interesting sculptural compositions and monuments:

• Kondopoga received unusual compositions of bells, which are controlled by a computer and count down the hours with melodious chimes, as a gift from Holland. One of the carillons is located near the Ice Palace, the second is on the street. Proletarskaya.
• Memorial to the soldiers who died during the Great Patriotic War, on the Walk of Fame, not far from the Palace of Culture.

• Memorial plate in honor of the peasants of Kondopoga, participants in the War of 1812 - Square of Military Glory.
• Bust of G. Derzhavin, installed near the school, on the street. Proletarskaya, 14.

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• 1Etymology
• 2Geography 2.1Geographical location
• 2.2Climate

Reviews about the holiday

Kondopoga is not a city that will surprise tourists with an abundance of historical attractions, especially after the only relic, the Assumption Church, was destroyed in a fire. Connoisseurs of antiquities, as well as those looking for noisy, sophisticated entertainment, will find nothing here for themselves.

This land of lakes and forests invites you to enjoy the landscape wonders of the Russian North or take part in active outdoor activities. Nature in the area gives all its riches for health and recreation.

Author: Nadya Boyko

Article design: Oleg Lozinsky

Coat of arms

The first draft of the city's coat of arms was proposed by Petrozavodsk engineer V.V. Khakala in 1983 - it consisted of a white roll of paper and an electric light bulb against the background of a blue field of a heraldic shield and a red polygon on which a green spruce was depicted and the date Kondopoga was awarded city status. This project has not been approved.

Currently, the coat of arms of the Kondopoga district, approved in 1999 (author - I. R. Kabanova), is unofficially used as the coat of arms of the city.

The coat of arms is a heraldic shield, which depicts: on the left side - the Assumption Church, on the right - two spruce trees on a rock, in the lower part - a stream of falling water, symbolizing the Kivach waterfall.

— Heraldry of Karelia

In 2011, the Kondopoga urban settlement announced a competition to create a city coat of arms. The Assumption Church, depicted on the coat of arms, burned down on August 10, 2022.

Education

Stage of the Palace of Arts of JSC "Kondopoga"
Basic general and complete general education in Kondopoga is provided by Municipal Educational Institution Secondary Schools No. 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8. Children receive additional education in art, music and two sports schools, the Palace of Arts of JSC "Kondopoga" , the Sports Palace of OJSC "Kondopoga", the House of Creativity for Children and Youth, the creative, military sports club "Paratrooper" and some other institutions.

• Secondary vocational education is provided by the State Budgetary Educational Institution of the Republic of Kazakhstan "Kondopoga Technical School" (formerly vocational school No. 15).
• Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution “Public School (Technical School) of the Olympic Reserve in Kondopoga.”

Carillons

Carillons are large musical instruments consisting of a series of bells that play a limited set of melodies. There are five of them in Russia - two in the Northern capital, one in Peterhof, and two more in Kondopoga.

Kondopoga carillons were installed in 2001. One of them - a large one - is located on the square in front of the Ice Palace, has the appearance of a 14-meter arch and is equipped with 23 bells. Another carillon - a small one - is located on Proletarskaya Street and is equipped with 18 bells.

How to get there

Kondopoga is located from the center of the Republic of Petrozavodsk at a distance of 46 km in a straight line and 54 km along the road.

By train

The Murmansk – St. Petersburg railway route passes through Kondopoga. Transit trains run daily. The city has a railway station from where commuter trains depart from Petrozavodsk to Medvezhya Gora.

By bus

There are two bus stations on Station Square, from which there are bus routes to Petrozavodsk and other nearby settlements.

By car

You can get to the city by your own or rented car. The road from Petrozavodsk to Kondopoga along the M-18 Kola federal highway takes about an hour.

By the lake

The waterway along Lake Onega previously connected Kondopoga with lakeside villages and islands. Now only excursion boats sail to Kizhi.

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Twin Cities

• Orsha (Belarus),
• Gatchina (Leningrad region),
• Kontiolahti (Finland),
• Jamsyankoski (Finland).

There are public organizations “Friends of Kondopoga” and “Kondopoga-Herrliberg Friendship Society” (both in Switzerland).

What to bring as a souvenir

No trip is complete without buying a memorable gift for yourself or loved ones. In Kondopoga, souvenir stalls and shops can be found in shopping centers. A wide selection of products from local craftsmen is available at the Central Market.

Popular souvenirs from this region:

• A wide variety of bells (in memory of the carillons). The cost will depend on the material of the product.
• Models of wooden churches of various sizes. Prices from 500 rub.
• Products made from Karelian birch, small (for example, pens) - from 500 rubles, exquisite boxes can cost 1,500 rubles.
• Karelian balsam and berry tinctures will cost about 400 rubles. per bottle with a capacity of 0.5 liters.
• Shungite products and cosmetics. The price range is varied, depending on the product: bracelets - 400 rubles; shampoos – 200 rubles; creams – from 150 rub.
• Berry preserves and jams – from 200 rubles. per jar.

• Dolls - amulets from local craftsmen cost from 300 to 1000 rubles.

Interesting places to relax with children

The main entertainment for children in Kondopoga is walking through natural attractions. When planning a vacation with the whole family, you should find out in advance about the availability of conditions at the camp site for children's accommodation and meals.

List of interesting places:

• Country recreation center "Chunki" is located in the "Kivach" nature reserve. Nearby there is a famous waterfall, a nature museum and an arboretum. Separate cottages with a kitchen and everything necessary are provided for accommodation. Children of all ages are accepted. The cost of daily accommodation is from 6600 rubles. Location: village Bolshoye Voronovo (12 km from the center of Kondopoga).
• Guest house "Kizhi Grace" is located in a picturesque location of the famous Kizhi island, in the village of Ersenevo. Comfortable rooms are designed to accommodate families with children of different ages. Room rate per night – from 3960 rubles.

Excursions

It is always better to get acquainted with the sights of any new place with an experienced guide. The choice of travel routes in Karelia, which include Kondopoga, is very wide.

Karelia – the soul of the North

A thematic excursion under this name is offered by the WikiPlanet excursion bureau. The trip lasts 2 days.

Route:

• Petrozavodsk;
• Kondopoga;
• reserve "Kivach";
• resort "Martialnye Vody"

The number of people in the group is from 5 to 44. The cost for an adult is 7350 rubles.

Included in the price:

• excursion services;
• hotel accommodation;
• food (breakfast and lunch);
• tickets to museums.

One-day excursion from Artem Nazarov

A brief acquaintance with the beauties surrounding Kondopoga lasts 5 hours.

On the route:

• Mount Sampo;
• reserve "Kivach";
• resort "Martialnye Vody"

The cost of the excursion is from 1400 rubles, it includes:

• transfer;
• excursion services;
• entry tickets.

Karelian fun

A tour with this name is offered by a tourist agency (St. Petersburg).

The three-day excursion follows the following route:

• Alexander-Svirsky Monastery;
• Kondopoga;
• Marcial waters;
• Mount Sampo;
• Kivach Nature Reserve;
• Girvas volcano;
• Petrozavodsk.

The tour price (RUB 12,500 per person) includes:

• Accommodation at the Karelia Hotel.
• Meals (2 lunches and 2 breakfasts, tea).
• Excursion services.
• Guide and animator services.

Mount Sampo

Mount Sampo is another place in the Kondopoga region that is definitely worth a visit. A person who climbs it has magnificent views of local forests, Lake Konchezero and countless islands on it. It is especially beautiful here in early autumn, when Karelian forests are painted in all shades of yellow and red.

Mount Sampo is considered a place of power. There is a belief that any wish made at the top of Mount Sampo will certainly come true. There is also a wishing pine growing here - tourists hang small pieces of fabric on it and also make a wish. Some people go further and leave their entire clothing, such as underwear, here. Which certainly spoils this place and violates the atmosphere of beauty.

It should be noted that Mount Sampo is not loved by the local authorities - the stairs to the top are increasingly falling into disrepair. Despite the popularity of the place, there is no toilet here, and local guides remove garbage so as not to scare away tourists. It is not recommended to come here in rainy weather, as you may slip and fall. It is not safe for children to climb the mountain.

Sport

Ice Palace in Kondopoga
There is an Ice Palace and a Sports Palace in Kondopoga. The ice palace for 1850 spectators was opened in December 2001.

The first football team in Kondopoga was formed in 1918 at the sports club of the office for the construction of a nitric acid plant. In 1924, the Kondostroy football team was formed. Since 1997, there has been a football club in the city called “Kondopoga” (it competes in amateur club competitions). In 2001, the team became the winner of the qualifying tournament of the Russian Championship among amateur football clubs in the North-West MRO.

Since 1951, the municipal institution of the Olympic Reserve Sports School named after A.P. Shelgachev (ski racing) has been operating.

From October 2012 to 2015, the VHL team HC VMF / “VMF-Karelia” / “SKA-Karelia” played in the city, in 2015-2016 the MHL-B team “SKA-Karelia” played home matches, in the 2019-2020 season . The GUOR Karelia hockey club plays in the NMHL championship.

Leisure

Kondopoga region is a place that attracts those who prefer outdoor activities to comfort and tranquility. What exactly to do, everyone chooses according to their interests.

Fishing

Karelia is a land of fishermen. Kondopoga, which is surrounded by lakes and rivers, is exactly the place where lovers of “quiet hunting” go. At country fishing bases, most often, there are conditions not only for fishing companies, but also for family recreation.

One of these places, “Zaykina Dacha,” is a cozy corner on the lake shore, a 20-minute drive from the city. In addition to fishing, guests can enjoy hiking and horseback riding, picking berries and mushrooms. The cost of a daily stay is from 2150 rubles. You can get to the base from Petrozavodsk by bus No. 133e to the “Pochta” stop.

Rock climbing

Extreme tourists come to Kondopoga from all over the country. Thanks to the efforts of passionate activists in Karelia, the sport of rock climbing has been reborn. Annual festivals and mountaineering competitions are held here.

In the city, on the basis of the Youth and Youth Sports Center, there is a climbing wall where training takes place under the supervision of experienced instructors. Address: Kondopoga, Komsomolskaya st., 14.

Kayaking trips

Kayaking, with the passage of rapids of the 3rd difficulty group, takes place along the Semcha and Suna rivers, through lakes, rivers and rapids. The route, attractive for its diversity, is suitable for people with good physical fitness.

Winter fun

Winter in Kondopoga is a great time for active people.

Winter activities:

• skis;
• snowboarding;
• dog sledding;
• winter fishing.

Heads of the urban settlement

Head of the Kondopoga urban settlement (elected by residents): [ source not specified 1775 days

]

• In 1994-1998, the head of local government of Kondopoga was Andrei Andreevich Kriger,
• 1998-2006 - Alexander Ivanovich Turkenichev (resigned),
• 2006-2009 - Anatoly Mikhailovich Papchenkov,
• 2009—2018 Valery Ivanovich Ankhimov.
• Since 2022, Dmitry Aleksandrovich Zatsepin has been the head of the Kondopozhsky urban settlement, chairman of the council. Since September 2018, the powers of the executive branch have been transferred to the Administration of the Kondopoga Municipal District. [ source not specified 126 days
  ]

Ukshozero

Ukshozero, like many natural attractions of Kondopoga, is located in the vicinity of the city. Local residents simply call it Uksha. This is a small, irregularly shaped body of water connected by a narrow channel to Lake Surgub. Uksha is interesting because about one and a half dozen picturesque islands are scattered across its surface, where fishermen, kayakers and “savages” with tents like to spend time.

The shores of Ukshozero were absolutely untouched by the influence of civilization. The forest here is located almost at the very edge of the water, and the shores are rocky, with occasional coarse sand. But still, those who are more inclined towards a civilized holiday can find several guest houses on the banks of the Uksha that can be rented in advance.

You can also rent a pleasure boat here. The waters of the lake, although they may seem cool to a resident of the middle zone, are gladly used by local residents who are not spoiled by the heat for swimming.

Church of the Ascension of Christ

The construction of the Lutheran church in Kondopoga started at the beginning of the 21st century - the foundation stone was lit in 2003. In the same year, a bell was installed on the building under construction. A year later, the largest Lutheran church in Karelia, almost entirely built with voluntary donations, was consecrated and began its activities.

This amazingly beautiful building with a red roof is located on Zavodskaya Street and blends harmoniously into the surrounding area, and tourists love to capture it in their photographs.

Kondopoga HPP

The building of the Kondopoga hydroelectric power station is a unique example of industrial architecture of the 20s of the last century. Today it is one of the oldest hydroelectric power stations in our country. The strict and monumental appearance of the building makes it look like the fortress of a medieval feudal lord.

The Kondopoga hydroelectric power station uses the runoff from the Suna River and the nearby Sandal Lake. The surrounding area of ​​the station is a favorite vacation spot for townspeople - here you can take a walk or stop for a picnic. And Lake Sandal is highly respected by fishing enthusiasts, because it is home to trout, pike, bream, roach, burbot and many other species of fish.

The diversion canal of the Kondopoga hydroelectric power station stretches from Nigozero to the Kondopoga Bay of Lake Onega. Its depth is 7-8 meters, length is about two kilometers.

Comments

1. ↑ The Karelian name of the city is a compound word, and therefore the first syllables of both of its components are stressed ( Kóndupòhju
   );
   Kóntupòhja,
   is pronounced similarly [
   source not specified 62 days
   ]. The Russian name of the city in Karelia is pronounced with emphasis on the first syllable. In other regions it is more often pronounced with stress on the third syllable, since this stress position is typical for four-syllable words in Russian. In the normative “Dictionary of Proper Names of the Russian Language” by F. L. Ageenko, the main stress is indicated on the third syllable and the secondary (minor) stress on the first.