In the east of the Moscow region, on the banks of the Klyazma River, the beautiful city of Orekhovo-Zuevo is located. The city on the world map appeared at the beginning of the 20th century as a result of the merger of four small villages: Orekhovo, Zuevo, Nikolskoye and Dubrovka. The first mention of these villages dates back to the beginning of the XIII century. In these villages, already in the XVIII century, the textile industry successfully developed. At the end of the 19th century, in these picturesque places, famous manufacturers and patrons of art Morozov launched a cotton mill. Thanks to this industrial activity, various sights of Orekhovo-Zuevo appeared. In 1990, the city was added to the list of historical settlements of Russia.
Architectural attractions of Orekhovo-Zuevo
In this city, architectural monuments and historically interesting places are located on almost every street. While walking through the cozy old streets you can admire the beautiful buildings, among which there are many unusual ones. Tourists are recommended to visit the most famous sights of the city of Orekhovo-Zuevo:
- Dulevo Porcelain Factory. It was built by order of the merchant Terenty Kuznetsov in the 30s of the 19th century. And after 20 years it became a state-level enterprise. Dulevo porcelain is distinguished by its originality and ease of execution. The legendary "earthenware" became a symbol of Dulevo porcelain. The museum, which is conveniently located at the factory, constantly attracts visitors.
- The first city hospital. It was made in modern style at the beginning of the 20th century. At the beginning of its history, the hospital was technically well equipped and was one of the best medical institutions in Europe. A feature of the structure is a glass dome above the operating room. The hospital ensemble has facilities for medical staff, as well as a chapel named after Ksenia of Petersburg.
- Old House of Soviets. This building was erected at the beginning of the 20th century and at first consisted of three floors. In it lived employees and workers of the factory "Savva Morozov and K." The fourth floor was erected in 1932, and since then the building housed various departments. A significant event for this architectural construction is the fact that Lenin himself visited it. This is evidenced by plaques on the building.
Sculptural sights
Orekhovo-Zuevo is famous for a large number of monuments. Although the city is still considered young, there is something to see in it. The sculptural sights of Orekhovo-Zuevo always attract tourists:
- Monument to A. S. Pushkin. This attraction appeared in the city in 1957 on the square named after the great Russian poet. The sculpture was set in honor of the 120th anniversary of the memory of Alexander Sergeevich. The poet has very fond memories of Orekhovo-Zuevo. It was here that the work "My Family Tree" was born.
- Monument to the fighters of the revolution. In 1923, this landmark was erected in the strike yard. Throughout its history, the monument "changed clothes" three times in a new look.
- On the October Square of the city in the 80s, a monument was erected in honor of the Morozov strike of 1885. This interesting monument is an interesting bronze composition of several figures.
Religious attractions Orekhovo-Zuevo
There are a lot of different cathedrals in the city, there are beautiful monasteries, an Old Believer church and a mosque. Tourists when visiting Orekhovo-Zuyevo religion-related sights are most often visited:
- Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The building was built in 1849. The construction has the appearance of a large quadrangle. Decorated with five domes. There are four thrones in the cathedral. It is the main place for prayers of the Orthodox Christians of the city.
- Cathedral mosque. Built in 2001. It is the main religious center of Muslims Orekhovo-Zuevo. The leadership of the mosque organizes pilgrimage trips and excursions to the main Muslim places and mosques of the country.
- It is interesting to visit the new Transfiguration Church. It is built in the tradition of Russian wooden architecture.
City parks
These sights of Orekhovo-Zuyevo in the Moscow Region were in an abandoned state until 2011. But now they are a resting place for citizens and tourists:
- City park of culture and rest. Erected in the 20s of the 20th century. For a long time remained in a wretched state. And only in 2011 the park seemed to be reborn. They built flower beds, planted young seedlings of trees, launched fountains. For the children built rides. The highlight of the park is the city mini-zoo.
- Park 30th anniversary of the Victory. The park was "born" in the 70s in honor of the Great Victory over Nazi Germany. For many years he was in a deplorable state. And in 2011, they finally took up it. In 2013, a beautiful fountain was erected in the park. There is a restoration of the Walk of Fame.
- Park named after May 1. It was founded at the end of the 19th century. Workers from the Morozov factory were resting in the park. There is a small theater. The legendary Fedor Ivanovich Chaliapin gave a concert in the park.
Museums and theaters of the city
In Orekhovo-Zuyevo, you can spend time also for lovers of cultural life. Two places are especially known:
- Orekhovo-Zuevsky National Drama Winter Theater. Built at the beginning of the 20th century by order of S.T. Morozov. The theater resembles the famous Moscow Art Theater in the capital. It opened with M. Glinka’s opera Life for the Tsar.
- Orekhovo-Zuevsky Museum of History and Local Lore. Built in 1929. In the museum you can get acquainted with the history of the city, see unique documents, postcards, the famous Dulevo porcelain, as well as paintings by local artists.
