Uglich: A Journey Through the Centuries

9 points6 km4 hours

Over its long life, Uglich has witnessed the whole of Russian history. It was the center of a small principality; the last heir of the Rurikid dynasty died here; merchants carried on a lively trade; and in Soviet times one of the country's first hydroelectric power plants was built in the town. Join us for a walk through the streets of ancient Uglich to learn its life story.

Route author

Susanin Team

Things to do

📜 Learn the city's history
🏛️🕰️ Compare the eras

Route points (9)

Kremlin
📜 Historic site · 🏟️ Architectural landmark
Princes' Chambers
🏰 Palace · 📜 Historic site
Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood
🕍 Place of worship · 📜 Historic site · 🏟️ Architectural landmark
Uspenskaya Square
⛲ Square · 📜 Historic site
Resurrection Monastery
🕍 Place of worship · 📜 Historic site · 🏟️ Architectural landmark
Museum of Hydropower
🏛️ Museum
Kalashnikov House Museum
🏛️ Museum · 🏟️ Architectural landmark
Alexeevsky Monastery
🕍 Place of worship · 📜 Historic site
Chaika Watch Factory Museum
🏛️ Museum