Orsk: sights of the Russian hinterland

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In the Orenburg region is unique and picturesque city-Orsk. Attractions, photos and described in this article will help you decide where to go and what necessarily to see in this city. In Orsk many temples and monasteries, there are not only architectural but also natural monuments. Has its own “highlight” – deposits of Jasper.

Surrounding area

One of the most interesting Russian cities – Orsk. Attractions it is necessary to begin to explore the area. The area around the city is dotted with ancient settlements, single burial mounds, burial grounds. One of them – Kumanskii. It burial was made in the bronze age.Orsk attractions

There are mounds 7-6 centuries BC, the early iron age. They found the hryvnia, the Egyptian vessels. Winter in the vicinity of Orsk can be snowboarding and skiing in the Ural mountains. There is even a ski resort located a hundred kilometers from the city of Orsk.

Wonderful mountains

Each city has its “highlight”. Was no exception and Orsk. The sights of the city will be inspected not fully, if you do not visit mount of Transfiguration. Among its major virtues – the treasures of mottled wax and jade, hidden in the depths.

This Orskaya mineral is famous all over the world. Jasper poured lots of colors and shades, has numerous amazing patterns. Orskaya mineral can be found in the Winter Palace, the Louvre, the Hermitage, even in the Moscow metro and in Britain.Orsk attractions photo

Another mountain, called “Colonel” is a natural monument. It is located in the South-East of the city, on the left Bank of the river Or. The mountain is famous as one of the deposits of Jasper.

Museums

Though small, but there are one interesting town – Orsk. Attractions it can be viewed, starting with the museums. All information about the city's history is the local history. It is located on Lenin Avenue, 46. The Museum contains a magnificent collection of art, archaeological findings, ancient coins and household items.

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Attracted the attention of the exhibition dedicated to the valley of the Amazons. All the exhibits were found in Orsk. For children there is a special tour “Russkaya Gornitsa” created in the form of the game. And the area has been found a polished piece of Jasper with the image of Lenin. Now this exhibit is also stored in the Museum.

Architectural monuments is in the city of Orsk. The main sights contain in their list of the station building. It is made in the spirit of German classicism, has a hipped roof and pointed spires. And on the platform stands a monument to the steam locomotive that traveled from 1934 to 1964Orsk city sights

Temples

Another attraction-the Spaso-Preobrazhenskiy temple. This is the first Church that came to town. Deserves the attention of tourists and the Temple of Orsk of the convent, which was founded in the late nineteenth century. On its territory there are preserved old stone Church, rectory and bell tower. In Orsk there are the Roman Catholic Church, which is surprising, as the town is small and is located almost on the outskirts of the country.

Parks

Green spaces and parks is in the city of Orsk. Attractions parks concluded in the nature, the clean forest air. Just in Orsk three large square: Central to them. Polyanichko, Builders and name Maliszewski. The winding alleys and paths, the silence and the birds singing-all this will give nature lovers the tranquility of the soul. Parks have secluded gazebos.

There is also the memorial of Glory. For citizens it is a Holy place. The memorial-a bronze plaque, lined with green-black serpentine. Eternal flame burns. And at the plate embossed lists of the dead and attained eternal memory 10 residents.Orsk main sights

Interesting in the Orsk district Sotsgorod. It was conceived as a single system linking the industrial and residential complexes. Moreover, they should become a garden city. The idea was Hans Schmidt.

Where's the rest?

Though not great, but interesting town of Orsk. Attractions are in the surrounding area. But when you examine them, there is no doubt that you will want to eat and relax. You can do it in cafes “Jade”, located on Lenin Ave., 24. This institution has been working since 1965. But in the modern version of the café was mainly for any meetings. And next to "Jasper" is a Drama theatre. Pushkin.


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