Pskov is one of the oldest cities in Russia. And of course that means the Krom, churches with unique frescoes, merchant chambers, and walks along the rivers. This route introduces you to the city's main landmarks, its history, and its inimitable old-world atmosphere.
Mirozh Monastery
🕍 Place of worship · 📜 Historic site
Mirozh Arboretum
🌿 Public garden or park
St. Olga's Cross
🕵️ Urban legend
Velikaya River Embankment
🚶♂️ Waterfront
Pskov Krom (Kremlin)
📜 Historic site · 🕵️ Urban legend · 🏯 Fortress remains
Holy Trinity Cathedral
🕍 Place of worship · 🕵️ Urban legend · 📜 Historic site
Prikaznye Chambers
📜 Historic site
Varlaam Tower
🏯 Fortress remains · 🏛️ Museum
Pogankin Chambers
🏟️ Architectural landmark · 📜 Historic site
Point 4
🚶♂️ Waterfront
The riverbanks were gradually landscaped from the mid-19th century. That was when embankments and piers first appeared, while the fortress walls and towers, including the Mstislavskaya and Pokrovskaya towers, partly reach down to the river. Around them, wooden houses and buildings from the late 19th century have survived, creating an atmosphere of living history.
Today the embankment stretches for about 1.7 kilometers (1 mile) along the right bank of the Velikaya River, from the 50th Anniversary of October Bridge to the Olginsky Bridge. It has two levels: an open footpath runs along the water, and above it is a shady linden avenue with benches and lampposts. Stairs and ramps connect the two levels, creating a comfortable space for walks and sports. There are piers for pleasure boats here, and in the warm season cafés are open.
Point on route “Old Pskov”
Point 4
🚶♂️ Waterfront
The riverbanks were gradually landscaped from the mid-19th century. That was when embankments and piers first appeared, while the fortress walls and towers, including the Mstislavskaya and Pokrovskaya towers, partly reach down to the river. Around them, wooden houses and buildings from the late 19th century have survived, creating an atmosphere of living history.
Today the embankment stretches for about 1.7 kilometers (1 mile) along the right bank of the Velikaya River, from the 50th Anniversary of October Bridge to the Olginsky Bridge. It has two levels: an open footpath runs along the water, and above it is a shady linden avenue with benches and lampposts. Stairs and ramps connect the two levels, creating a comfortable space for walks and sports. There are piers for pleasure boats here, and in the warm season cafés are open.
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