Yaroslavl is an ancient city of symbols
This author's route is created for aesthetes, lovers of history, cultural codes, riddles and legends. You will not only see the ceremonial face of Yaroslavl, but also discover its secrets, hidden from prying eyes in the ancient symbols of the city. I will show you how the temple to the god Perun and the Orthodox church can coexist very close, I will lead you in the footsteps of the Yaroslavl freemasons, tell you the legends of the Chopped City and help you understand the ambiguous symbolism of the Church of the Nativity of Christ.
What awaits you
The interweaving of symbols and cultures in the architecture of the city
The architecture of Yaroslavl is filled with symbols of paganism, Christianity, Islam and Buddhism, which not only coexist, but also intertwine with each other on the facades of the city. You will visit the places where the temples of the pagan Slavic gods Veles and Perun were located, and now the Christian shrines, the VlasievSkaya Tower and the Ilyinsko-Tikhonovskaya Church rise. Reveal the symbolism of crosses in the temple architecture of Yaroslavl, see the details of domes and bell towers, and at the Church of the Nativity of Christ (a monument of National Heritage) you will learn about its connection with Islam. And, of course, be prepared to meet on the way symbolic and architectural riddles that will help to look deeper into the history of the city.
Places of power and legends of Yaroslavl
You will immerse yourself in the history of the ancient Chopped City – the Yaroslavl Kremlin, stroll along the Embankment of the Volga and Epiphany Square and find the place where the mysterious totem was located, which became the center of the drama of the majestic city. Passing through the ancient streets, you will hear local legends and legends passed down from generation to generation, as well as learn about the role of Freemasons in the life of Yaroslavl, their heritage and influence on the way of life of the city.
Who is suitable for a walk
Travelers who watched the films "The Da Vinci Code", "Angels and Demons", "National Treasure" with inspiration, as well as lovers of ancient symbols and urban legends.
Organizational details
The tour can also be carried out by car (yours or rented) - in this case, we will also have time to visit the church of St. Nicholas The Baptist and the Church of St. John the Baptist. When renting a car with a driver for 3 hours, the cost of the tour will increase by 1600 rubles.