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The hotel
"Valday"
is situated in a National Park in the heart of central Russia,
400 km North-West of Moscow and 300 km South-East of
St.-Petersburg. The lake Uzhin surrounds the hotel site, which
occupies two semi-islands covered by forest. Large distance
from big cities and roads ensures clean air and water in this
area, and gives a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the beauty
of Russian nature.
More photos from the Hotel "Valday" site.
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| The Kremlin of Novgorod - the Detinets |
Novgorod
is an ancient city whose history dates back to the IX
century. Capital of the Republic of Novgorod, in XII to XV
centuries it was one of the biggest and most powerful Russian
cities. Vast trade with Western and Eastern Europe entailed its
prosperity and wealth which lead in turn to the development of
culture and art. Many of the architectural and painting
masterpieces created at that time have survived till our
days. Among them are worldwide famous St.Sophia's Cathedral
(1045-1050), the Cathedral of St. Nicholas in the Prince Yard
near the Market (1113) and many others.
More photos from Novgorod the Great.
Last modified: Fri Oct 5 17:54:38 MSD 2001