Yelets – the place where time has stopped
Yelets is a city of legends, writers, artists and musicians. You will hear, witness and participant of what important events he was and what talented people lived and worked in it. And also you will see the Yelets "Black Sea", reveal the history of houses on the pedestrian Torgovaya Street and be fascinated by the masterpieces of local lacemakers.
What awaits you
Treasures of the historic center
You will learn the history of the name of the local Red Square and be impressed by the size and decoration of the Ascension Cathedral, which was built and painted by famous masters: architects Ton and Kaminsky and artists Lebedev and Korzukhin. And also hear what legend formed the basis of the libretto of the opera "The Legend of the City of Yelets" and when this performance can be seen on the banks of the Sosna River.
Yelets in faces
Throughout history, Yelets has attracted talented people: writers, artists, artists and musicians. You will find out the notes of which song are imprinted on the monument to the composer Khrennikov and for what the artist Zhukov received the first fee. And also: what entrance exams Bunin passed and for what the future writer Prishvin was expelled from the gymnasium.
Yelets secrets
You will write notes with wishes on the grave of Melania the Recluse in the Znamensky Monastery, admire the ensemble of the Grand Ducal Church and find out why the Grand Duke hesitated at the entrance to the church and for what he chastised the Yelets merchant. And also hear what goods were sold in the store "Lew Giraud" and why the creators of the series "Kuprin" chose our city for filming.
Organizational details
The tour is walking and does not imply additional costs.