Excursions in Veliky Ustyug
Veliky Ustyug is one of the most ancient cities located in the north of Russia. In this city, beautiful temples, monasteries and merchant houses have been preserved in their original form. It is best to come here in winter, then you will be able to appreciate the excursions in Veliky Ustyug.
Rest and accommodation in Veliky Ustyug for the New Year holidays
Going on vacation to Veliky Ustyug on the eve of the New Year, you need to take care of where you will stay in advance, since during this period all hotels in the city are overcrowded. You can also stay in comfortable cottages, which are located in the Estate of Santa Claus.
There are a lot of restaurants, bars and cafes in the city where you can take a break from entertainment and excursions. A small cafe located on Sovetsky Prospekt invites tourists to taste delicious pies and liqueurs. You can bring various souvenirs to remember your stay in this wonderful place. The following souvenirs are in great demand among tourists:
- Silver products produced by the plant «Northern rabble».
- Brush factory products.
- Souvenirs with the image of Santa Claus.
- Linen products.
Excursions in Veliky Ustyug
Sightseeing tours in Veliky Ustyug involve showing various temples and churches, buildings and structures, cultural and historical monuments.
The main attractions that you need to see while on vacation in this wonderful Russian city:
- The soul of Veliky Ustyug is the Cathedral Courtyard. All unique objects of antiquity are collected in the Cathedral courtyard, such as: the churches of the Moscow Metropolitan, the Epiphany of the Lord, Alexy; cathedrals of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Procopius the Righteous, St. John the Righteous and many others.
- One of the most unique sights of the city is the bast shoe monument. This peculiar monument is of great interest among tourists, and also attracts married couples who celebrate the so-called «bast shoes» wedding.
- The second architectural complex, after the Cathedral Courtyard, is the Archangel Michael Monastery. In the very center of this monastery there is a bell tower and a huge cathedral. Not far from them is the Church of the Introduction and the refectory.
- The Church of the Ascension of the Lord is a church that was built of stone in the middle of the 17th century. This is the most beautiful church in Veliky Ustyug.
It is better to come with children to Veliky Ustyug for the Christmas and New Year holidays. Having visited the homeland of Santa Claus, you and your children will plunge into the world of magic and miracles, plunge into the atmosphere of childhood and fairy tales. Rest in Veliky Ustyug will bring you only good mood and positive emotions!
