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DestinationRepublic of Yoshkar-Ola, Yoshkar-Ola, Voznesenskaya str., 49
The Korepov Merchants' House in Yoshkar-Ola is a rare example of early 20th century urban merchant architecture. The building was built in 1901 and reflected the era when Tsarevokokshaysk was a small but actively developing county town.
The facade is decorated with a curly frieze under the cornice. The stucco elements have been preserved above the deep semicircular windows. On the second floor, at the southern end, there was previously a veranda with carved frames. The roof was metal and, according to historical data, painted red. Decorative metal flower pots were installed at the junction of the two buildings on the edge of the roof – an expressive detail emphasizing the status of the owners.
The history of the Korepov Merchants' House began with two separate buildings. One house belonged to retired Lieutenant Afanasy Birin, the other to Sofya Remizova. In 1871, Grigory Korepov, a merchant of the second guild, purchased the Birin house. After his death, his wife, Matryona Ivanovna Korepova, took over the business. In 1891, she bought the neighboring house and combined both buildings into one to open a spacious store.
There are sales halls and warehouses on the ground floor. Haberdashery, manufactory and groceries were sold here. The goods were purchased in Kazan and at the Nizhny Novgorod Fair. In 1894, Matryona Ivanovna's annual turnover reached 30,000 rubles, a significant amount for a county town. The second floor was rented out: the county postal and telegraph office operated here, through which all the correspondence of the city passed.
In 1907, the trade passed to his sons, Peter, Alexei, Nikolai and Pavel. They created the Korepov Brothers Trading House. After 1917, the building witnessed important events: on July 1, the county council of peasants' and soldiers' deputies was located here, and on December 23, 1917, the transfer of power to the Soviets was announced. The memorial plaque reminds of this.
The house was later nationalized. Over the years, the executive committee, the post office, the People's Court and the grocery store worked here. Today, the Korepov Merchants' House is an object of cultural heritage of regional significance.
Today, the building houses:
- Migration Department for Yoshkar-Ola
- Scientific and Production Center for the Protection and Use of Historical and Cultural Monuments
Practical information
Visiting the building is possible only within the framework of the work of the institutions located in it.
How to get to the Korepov Merchants' House
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It is
- convenient to travel by private car through the central part of the city along Voznesenskaya Street. By
- public transport – to the stops in the historical center of Yoshkar-Ola, then 5-7 minutes on foot.
- Parking is possible along the street in permitted locations.
Tips for tourists
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The
- best time to inspect is during the daytime, when the details of the facade are clearly visible. 15-20 minutes is enough for an external examination. It is recommended to combine a walk with a visit to the neighboring historical sites in the city center.
- Photographing the facade is allowed. The internal inspection is limited by the operating hours of the organizations.
Where to stay and what to see nearby
The Onar mini-hotel is located within walking distance, where you can comfortably stay. The restaurant of the same name will offer an exquisite adaptation of national cuisine, and cafes nearby will delight with a variety of menus.
The house is located in the historical center. Other merchant buildings and the Malaya Kokshaga embankment are located nearby. If you are planning a "what to see in Yoshkar-Ola" itinerary, include a walk through the old streets of Tsarevokokshaysk with a visit to the Ascension Cathedral, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and don't forget to take a look at Russia's youngest Kremlin, Tsarevokokshaisky.
The Korepov Merchants' House is a living memory of the city's commercial past and the crucial events of the early 20th century. Walking along Voznesenskaya Street, be sure to stop at this building to feel the atmosphere of the old Tsarevokokshaysk.
