The best tourist attractions of Moscow
Region
Kolomna• first mention in 1177
• In Kolomna be sure to visit
the Historic Kremlin
the Bobrenyov and Old Golutvin monasteries
The city also features
• a local art museum• an art gallery• a new state-of-the-art
skating rink
the Locomotive-building centre
Dmitrov
• was founded by Prince Yuri
Dolgoruky in 1154
The earthen ramparts of the 12 century citadel are preserved in the centre of the town
The Boris and Gleb Monastery
Zvenigorod
• Founded in the 12 century, • was the capital of a
princedom
the St.Sawa Monastery
• The Assumption Cathedral, build around 1400
Andrey Rublev
The Barvikha
Arkhangelskoye-Mansion and Museum
• The 18 and 19 country estate of the Youssupov
princes. • The grounds include:• a residental palace, • the functioning Church of
Michael the Archangel• the Tea House Pavilion,
built in 1829
Borodino Museum and Military History Preserve
• founded in 1839
The preserve features authentic fortifications, communal graves, and monuments from the 17 through the 20 century
The museum includes authentic weapons, millitary uniforms,
documents, art, archaeological findings, and personal belongings from participants in the
Patriotic war of 1812.