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SoCultures November 2018
Sergiyev Posad
It has the privilege to have one of the largest monasteries in the universe dating
back to the 14 th century. Its name is “The Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius!” And when
you feel tired walking around Larva’s huge buildings, head straight to a nearby
restaurant which serves Russian food made from monetary produces. There are
amazing treats available, one must try but the local specialties are homemade
bread, pastries and kvass..
Kostroma
It also had a glorious history; a home to the Romanov Dynasty that ruled Russia
from 1613 to 1917…the Ipatyevsky monastery with its 16 th century architecture
also has unique wall paintings telling ancient stories with colours and arts. There
are cathedrals with its medieval frescos. The Resurrection Church (1652)
represents 17 th century Russian art and it’s superb. Though exact times of
foundation of Kostroma are not known but it’s said to be nine hundred years old.
Kostroma is a major jewellery center of Russia. For centuries, a home to
craftsmen from all over Russia especially of lacquer painting, painted enamel and
many others. Want to get a feel of mundane life? Take a dive in the traditions and
routine lives of the ancient Rus at Shchurovo Gorodishche Museum in the city of
Suzdal. . The most daring of the visitors can even have a whack in farm work.
It’s difficult to put together each and every detail about all the places of the Golden
Ring…but one thing is sure that the Golden Ring has charms and beauty of long
standing Russian culture and history as well as the natural character of a country
life.
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