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Destination104 Sovetskaya St., Yoshkar-Ola, Republic of Mari El
The Tsarevokokshay Kremlin in Yoshkar-Ola is a reminder of the fortress from which the history of the city began in 1584. The wooden walls have not been preserved, but it was here, on the right bank of the Malaya Kokshaga, that Tsar Fyodor Ioannovich laid out the Tsar's city. Today, the complex is considered the youngest Kremlin in Russia and at the same time the starting point of the city's history.
The appearance of the fortress is associated with the events of the XVI century. After the capture of Kazan by the army of Ivan IV in 1552, the Mari lands became part of the Moscow state. Defensive posts were created to strengthen power in the new territories. One of them was Tsarev Gorod on Kokshaga, which later became known as Tsarevokokshaysk.
The fortress was originally made of wood. Stone was hardly used in the region, and the river did not allow for regular delivery of building materials. In 1696, a severe fire destroyed the city, and the defensive walls were no longer restored – the military significance gradually lost.
The modern cultural and historical complex "Tsarevokokshaysky Kremlin" was opened in 2009. Its task is to preserve the historical environment, show the stages of development of the center of Yoshkar-Ola and make the past understandable for guests and residents of the city.
Tsarevokokshaysky Kremlin today: description and architecture
Before the construction of the complex, archaeologists conducted large-scale excavations. The remains of a 17th–century moat and rampart, fragments of trade shops from the 18th and 19th centuries, coins, jewelry, household items and weapons were discovered. These findings confirmed that the Kremlin was replaced by a Market Square, the center of urban life.
The architectural appearance of the complex is made in the traditions of medieval Russian architecture. The enclosed area with four towers and walls with galleries forms an integral ensemble of the historical part of the city. It is spacious inside, which allows for festivals, fairs and city celebrations.
On the territory you can see:
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- Chapel of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- historical cannons made according to ancient drawings , the
- composition "The Tree of Love and Desires" , the
exposition "Wooden lace of the Volga region" in the galleries
- historical reconstruction complex "Tsarev Grad"
- souvenir shops
The Tsarevokokshay Kremlin in Yoshkar-Ola fits seamlessly into the ensemble of the Voskresenskaya Embankment and adjoins the Voskresenskaya Church, creating a recognizable urban silhouette.
Interesting facts about the Tsarevokokshaysky Kremlin
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- historical fortress existed from 1584 to 1696 and consisted of earthen ramparts with wooden walls and towers.
- In 2009-2011, a monument to Tsar Fyodor I stood in the center of the complex. Later it was moved to the embankment.
- In 1921, a rally was held here in honor of the formation of the Mari Autonomous Region.
Practical information for tourists and vacationers
Address:58 Voznesenskaya St., Yoshkar-Ola, Republic of Mari El.Workinghours of the Tsarevokokshaysky Kremlin: Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00 to 20:00, Monday is a day off. Schedule changes are possible on event days.
Cost of admission:entrance to the territory is free, individual events are ticketed.
How to get to the Tsarevokokshaysky Kremlin
- By car: along Leninsky Prospekt with a turn onto Sovetskaya Street and further to Voznesenskaya. By
- public transport: city routes leading to the stops "Tsarevokokshaysky Kremlin" and "Pharmacy No. 1".
- Walking distance: it takes about 10-15 minutes from the city center.
The territory is accessible to people with disabilities.
Tips for tourists: what to see in Yoshkar-Ola near the Kremlin
Allow 1-2 hours for inspection. Festivals and reconstructions take place here in summer, and city celebrations in winter. If you plan to take a photo, come closer to sunset: the walls are beautifully illuminated.
Nearby are:
- Merchant Naumov's House
- The house of the merchant Bulygin
- The Resurrection Church is
- an open-air Fairy Tale Museum
If you are planning a "what to see in Mari El" route, include the Malaya Kokshaga embankment in it – a walk logically complements a visit to the complex.
Where to stay and eat nearby
Onar Hotel is located within walking distance. You can have a snack at Onar Grill Bar cafe, FrendY gastropub, Sangrita cafe, Soyuz and other establishments of the center.
The Tsarevokokshaysky Kremlin is a place where the history of the founding of the city becomes clear. It helps to understand how Yoshkar-Ola began and to feel the rhythm of the modern capital of Mari El. If you are looking for a way to spend a day in the city center, start your walk from here.Contacts:
Phone: +7 (8362) 45-09-01
Email: kremlin@mari-el.gov.ru
VKontakte: https://vk.com/kremlin.mari
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