Obninsk: Old Town Walk
Описание
The history of Obninsk is a chronicle of the lands on which the city grew. Pages of life of prominent public figures - the Morozovs, Buturlins, Troyanovskys. Events of the Great Patriotic War and the creation of a secret facility for research on atomic energy. You will visit the part of the city where it originated and trace the path of the first science city.
What to Expect
A Bright Spot on the Map
Obninsk is a fairly young city with a rich history. We will visit the places where the first science city in Russia was born. You will see the first houses built for German scientists. Learn where the first school stood and what was on the site of the modern nuclear power plant.
Obninsk: Before and After
We will explore the historical part of Obninsk - the Old Town. Once villages and manors were located here. We will talk about their owners - famous public and political figures, representatives of art of the 18-19th centuries. We will inspect a 19th-century manor, associated with a beautiful love story.
We will not forget about the outstanding educator Stanislav Shatsky and his school-colony 'Joyful Life'. We will discuss why there is a monument to Spanish children in Obninsk. We will walk along cozy streets built in the Stalinist Empire style. We will peek into small courtyards, take photos, and discuss the difficult path to the 'peaceful atom'.
I will tell you the story of the creation of the first nuclear power plant on the site of the historical Old Town. We will find out why Obninsk is called the city of 'firsts'. We will see a real cut of a nuclear submarine, the tallest meteorological mast in Europe, the oldest monument in the city, and the only monument to a foreigner. And also learn where the local collar is located.
Organizational Details
- The tour can be either entirely on foot or conducted in your vehicle. You can also rent our car by prior arrangement with the guide. Car rental cost:
- The program involves only exterior inspection of buildings
- Dress according to the weather, choose comfortable shoes
- Upon request, a tour can be arranged for a group of up to 45 people (including a school class), details to be clarified when booking
- Discounts are available for privileged categories: large families, disabled persons, schoolchildren (if all group members belong to them). Details to be clarified when booking.
up to 4 people - 1500 rubles
up to 10 people - 3500 rubles
up to 20 people - 5500 rubles