Saransk was one of the cities that will organize the 2021 FIFA World Cup. It hosted thousands of guests and 4 games. Many considered the city unworthy to host such a major international event. Local residents of the capital of the republic disagreed with this and were offended by such statements. Is it true that Saransk is a big village that did not interest the fans? Let's try to figure it out by presenting the popular attractions of Saransk.
Saransk is the capital of Mordovia. This city is called the sports capital of the Volga region. After all, in Saransk there are many operating sports facilities, and many local residents are closely connected with sports.
For several years in a row, Saransk has become a prize-winner of the All-Russian competition “The most comfortable city in Russia.” Not bad for a “big village,” don’t you think?
Many tourists visited the capital of Mordovia and retained only positive memories in their memory. After all, Saransk is a very calm and beautiful city where you can see many attractions.
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Cathedral Square
Let's start with the most important square of the city - Cathedral Square. It is located in the city center on Sovetskaya Street. The main decoration of the square is the Cathedral named after. F.F. Ushakov, which will amaze every guest of the capital with its beauty, grandeur and architectural execution.
Wonderful flowers are always planted along the square, which will lift everyone’s spirits. A shopping center has been built near Cathedral Square, where you can buy souvenirs or other products that interest you.
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Park named after A.S. Pushkin
If you want to spend your holiday actively, then Park them. A.S. Pushkin is a place that you must visit. Attractions, playgrounds, stages for various concerts, cafes and restaurants where you can try traditional Mordovian cuisine.
And you can also take a lot of beautiful photographs in the park, because there are many sculptures, artificial ponds, and interesting buildings.
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Saransk is the capital of Mordovia
Saransk is the capital of the Republic of Mordovia, located on the left bank of the Insar River (Volga basin), 642 km southeast of Moscow.
Founded in 1641. In 1780, Saransk received the status of a county town. Population - 296.4 thousand inhabitants (2010) National composition of the population: Russians - 70.98%, Mordovians - 21.20%, Tatars - 5.14%.
photo excursion
New Station (2009)
Saransk Airport
Museum of Fine Arts named after S.D. Erzya Stepan Dmitrievich Erzya (real name Nefyodov) is a Russian and Soviet artist, sculptor, master of wood sculpture, representative of the Art Nouveau style. The pseudonym reflects the artist’s belonging to the Erzya ethnic group within the Mordovian peoples.
Updated complex “Forever with Russia” (1000th anniversary of the unity of Mordovia with Russia was celebrated in 2012)
Cathedral of the Holy Righteous Warrior Fyodor Ushakov (opened on August 5, 2006)
Admiral Fyodor Ushakov died on October 2 (14), 1817 on his estate in the village of Alekseevka (now the Republic of Mordovia). He was buried in the Sanaksar Monastery, also located in the Republic of Mordovia. On October 6, 2004, the Council of Bishops of the Russian Orthodox Church ranked Fyodor Ushakov among the general church saints in the ranks of the righteous: “The strength of his Christian spirit was manifested not only by glorious victories in battles for the Fatherland, but also in great mercy, which amazed even the enemy he defeated…”
Monument to Fyodor Ushakov
Temple of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God in one of the residential areas of the city
Not far from the temple there is a light and music fountain
Monument to A.S. Pushkin
Matrimonial Palace
House of Finance
Gymnasium
City administration building
Musical Drama Theater
Mordovian National Theater
Cinema Kinomax
Mordovian State University named after. Ogareva is one of the leading universities in the Volga region. Training is provided in 89 specialties at 11 faculties and 7 institutes.
Faculty of Economics
Faculty of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Sports complex of Mordovia State University
Embankment of the Saranka River
Square of victory
City streets
Park named after Pushkin
Sports complex "Mordovia" (2004)
Start Stadium (2004)
Ice Palace (2006)
Republican ski and biathlon complex (2007)
Gymnastics Center (2009)
Aquatics Palace (2012)
Perinatal Center (2011)
New Republican Clinical Hospital (2012)
Church of St. John the Evangelist
This is perhaps one of the oldest buildings not only in the city, but in the entire region. The date of its construction is considered to be 1693, at which time Saransk did not even have the status of a city.
But in fact, the church has an even deeper history. Before the stone building, there was a wooden church here.
The church has a rather turbulent history, it was completed, adjusted, closed and even refurbished (in the 30s - 40s of the last century, the NKVD archive was located in the building).
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Temple of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God
Like any modern prosperous city in Russia, Saransk boasts not only new shopping centers and office buildings, but also objects of cultural and religious significance.
One of such objects is the Temple of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, built in 2011. This is a modern building, made according to all the canons of the Orthodox faith. The temple is beautiful both inside and outside. It blended harmoniously into its surroundings, becoming the center of attraction for thousands of parishioners.
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all posts by the author Saransk (Moksh. Saranosh, Erz. Saran osh) is a city in the eastern part of Central Russia, the capital of the Republic of Mordovia. Located on both sides of the Insar River (Volga basin), 642 km (500 km in a straight line) southeast of Moscow. The area of the city is 71.5 km². Founded in 1641, it received city status in 1780. City Day is celebrated on June 12. coat of arms of the city of Saransk Saransk arose on the shore, surrounded by large sars. The Saranka River, called Sarley in the 17th century, formed a huge swampy area near the city. The word Saransk is based on the word sara - swamp. To put it simply, the name Saransk means a place in the swamps and the city got its name from the name of the Saransk River, which arose earlier.
Saransk was founded in 1641 as a fortress on the southeastern outskirts of the Russian kingdom, on the Atemar abatis line, which was part of a large fortified line built from 1638 to 1653 and stretching from Belgorod to Simbirsk. House of Soviets of the Mordovian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic On the eastern side of the square in front of the square there is the House of Soviets of the Mordovian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic. It was built a little away from the former Spassky Cathedral, destroyed in the 30s. Millennium Square On August 24, 2012, Millennium Square was solemnly opened in Saransk. It can undoubtedly be called the heart of the city, the new calling card of Mordovia. The square forms a single space from the National Library. A.S. Pushkin to the Universal Hall. New building of the first building of Moscow State University. N.P. Ogareva. Shopping and entertainment complex "Ogarev Plaza"
“Ogarev Plaza” is located in the very center of Saransk at the intersection of Bogdan Khmelnitsky and Bolshevistskaya streets. The total area is 9396.4 m2. This 5-story building has 2 entrances from the street, all floors are connected by 10 escalators and 2 panoramic elevators. The “pearl” of the square was the color and musical fountain “Star of Mordovia,” which has no analogues in Russia. An effective addition to the water jets is color and musical accompaniment; in addition, the fountain is equipped with a so-called “barefoot zone”, where the water level is 2-3 cm and where anyone can take off their shoes and take a walk. Also, according to the project, in the dark, it is possible to transmit an image to a vertical sprayed surface of water.
The height of the fountain jets exceeds 40 meters! Until the 18th century, Saransk was divided into settlements, which were also fortified. The city was built in separate estates in two rows along the main roads. Saransk grew quite quickly and developed not only as a military center, but also as a trade and craft center. By the early 60s of the 17th century, the borders of Saransk had already extended to the lands south of the Saranka River and on both sides of the Insary River.
Saransk city center. “White House” “White House” is a high-rise building of the former Mordovian regional committees of the CPSU and Komsomol. It was built in the form of a complex plastic 9-storey volume and a one-storey part, with a courtyard, two halls for 400 and 200 seats. It is made of brick, the outer sides of the walls are lined with white limestone tiles. Based on the color of the cladding, it is called the “White House.” Railway station Saransk railway station is the main gate of the city. It is located on the Ruzaevka - Arzamas section, in the center of the city of Saransk and connects the main passages of the Gorky and Kuibyshev railways. Station Square On December 7, 1990, the Mordovian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic was transformed into the Mordovian Soviet Socialist Republic, Saransk remained its capital. In 1991, Saransk became the capital of the Republic of Mordovia. The unpreparedness of Saransk enterprises for a market economy led to a significant decline in the socio-economic development of the city. Healthcare, educational, cultural and other institutions found themselves in the same difficult situation. National Library named after A.S. Pushkin
Stone in honor of the Millennium of the unity of the Mordovian peoples with the peoples of Russia in front of the National Library. A.S. Pushkin The economic boom in the early 2000s, observed in Russia, was also reflected in Saransk. Recently, there has been significant development of urban infrastructure. A new Yubileiny stadium, several large residential areas, hotels and other facilities are being built. Construction of two ring roads and a direct route between the urban settlement is underway. Nikolaevka and one of the central arteries of the city - Polezhaeva Street. State Opera and Ballet Theater
fountain next to the Opera and Ballet Theater Currently, industry still plays a key role in the city's economy. Among the most developed industries are mechanical engineering, metalworking, instrument making, electric power, non-ferrous and ferrous metallurgy, chemical industry, machine tool building, production of building materials, light industry, and food industry. Museum of Mordovian Folk Culture The Museum of Mordovian Folk Culture was opened on October 6, 1999. It is located in Saransk at the address: st. Sovetskaya, 19 in a building that is a monument to provincial urban architecture of the early twentieth century. Until 1917 it belonged to the Saransk merchant and entrepreneur K.Kh. Barablinu. Mordovian Republican Museum
The Mordovian Republican Museum of Fine Arts named after S.D. Erzya is one of the largest cultural, scientific and educational centers in the Volga region. Mordovian National Drama Theater
He began his professional life in 1989. Its repertoire includes original drama by Mordovian authors, as well as world and Russian classics. fountain at the Mordovian National Drama Theater Russian Drama Theater
A very beautiful fountain in the shape of a blossoming bud is located in front of the Drama Theater on Theater Square. There are flower beds around and benches where you can relax and admire the beauty of the fountain. In the dark, the composition is illuminated and creates the feeling of a scene from a fairy-tale performance. Main Post Office building
Military Commissariat From the Square of Glory you can clearly see the People's Friendship Square, founded in 1985, when the 500th anniversary of the entry of the Mordovian people into the Russian state was celebrated. The expressive monument “Forever with Russia” was erected here. HISTORICAL_ARCHITECTURAL MONUMENTS OF SARANSK There are many historical and architectural monuments and other attractions in Saransk. Square of victory
It received its official name by decision of the City Council on May 6, 1972. Located in the central part of the city on the street. Sovetskaya, bounded by st. Bolshevik and L. Tolstoy. A monument to the soldiers of Mordovia who fell during the Great Patriotic War was erected on the square. The monument was opened on May 9, 1970, on the day of the 25th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany. Monument to internationalist soldiers The monument to internationalist soldiers was erected on Victory Square in 2005. The authors of the monument are architect V.A. Brodovsky and sculptor N.M. Filatov.
Mother Mordovia blesses her warrior son for a feat of arms
The composition of the monument is simple and solemnly strict: Mother Mordovia blesses her son-warrior for a feat of arms. A stately woman in national dress hands a sword to her kneeling son-soldier. An eighteen-meter granite pylon is installed nearby. There is an inscription on it: “Eternal glory to the soldiers who died in the battles for the freedom and independence of the Soviet Motherland in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945.” You took your own life to save a life. Your feat, Your names are forever in the hearts of the Grateful people.” On the site of the monument, framed by a star, the fire of Eternal Glory burns. In the park at the entrance of secondary school No. 4, instead of the old one, a new monument to the Young Guard Hero of the Soviet Union Oleg Koshevoy was erected. Made of metal on a concrete base according to the plan of the school director A.P. Tarlykov. Monument to pioneer heroes “Eaglet” Located in the city center at the intersection of Sovetskaya-Proletarskaya streets, not far from the State Russian Drama Theater of Mordovia. In memory of the military exploits of fellow aviators who bravely defended our Motherland from fascist invaders during the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945. Installed on the day of the XXX anniversary of the Victory on May 9, 1975.
Soviet square. Monument to V.I. Lenin On holidays and memorable days on Sovetskaya Square. There are demonstrations, rallies, processions, and celebrations of workers. It has become a tradition to install the city’s main Christmas tree here on New Year’s Eve.
Monument to the poet, revolutionary democrat A.I. Polezhaev is made of amazing pink granite
monument to Emelyan Pugachev From July 27-30, 1774, Emelyan Pugachev entered Saransk with his army, whom the residents met with great honors and supplied the rebels with horses, fodder and food
If you come to Saransk by train, then on the station square you will see a monument to the stratonaut heroes. On a high round pedestal stands a bronze figure of a young man looking up. No matter from which side you look at this figure, the impression is the same, his hands will now become wings, and he will fly far to the stars. The monument to the stratonaut heroes was erected in the city of Saransk on the square in front of the railway station on January 30, 1963. Who are the heroes of the stratonauts? On the pedestal there are bas-relief portraits of the conquerors of the stratosphere Pavel Fedoseenko, Andrey Vasenko and Ilya Usyskin and the inscription “To the Stratonaut Heroes.” It was they who began to pave the way into space. This monument is a symbol of courage, romance, thirst for achievement. It is as if he welcomes the guests of the city and calls everyone to a feat in the name of the prosperity of our Motherland. The squares, squares and streets of the central part of Saransk are richly decorated with sculptural monuments. On the Moscow Descent, where a wooden watch tower stood in the 17th century, a sculptural composition dedicated to the builders of the Saransk Fortress was installed in 1982
Monument QUALITY SIGN OF THE USSR and MAN OF LABOR This is the same State quality mark that confirmed that this product was produced according to all standards and meets a high level of production. A sculptural composition called “Make yourself at home” According to the Directorate of Public Utilities and Improvement, the sculptural composition is a collective image of hospitality and comfort. A bronze chair with a cat sitting on the back and slippers have become a symbol of home coziness, comfort and relaxation. A coat is casually thrown over the chair, a cap lies on top, and a suitcase stands on the floor - a symbol of travel.
Family Monument A family monument is a symbol of unshakable values that are and will be the foundation of society. Two adults - mom and dad, and next to them are children - the eldest daughter, son and youngest, plus another baby in the womb. sculpture “New Life” There comes a moment in the life of parents when their child asks questions: “Daddy, mommy, where do children come from? How was I born? How did you know my name?” In response, parents tell their little ones stories about babies being brought by a stork or bought in a store. And yet the most popular version remains that parents discovered them in cabbage. Established on June 10, 2011. To the beloved city in the year of celebration of the 370th anniversary of its founding in 1641. The fox is a symbol of cunning and deceit. But, also, it is a symbol of a subtle, sophisticated mind, insight and mockery. Many peoples have endowed the fox with these symbols, comparing the habits of the fox with the characteristics of human character.
apparently, a janitor... sweeps well, clean. Within the city there are several large sports facilities: the Olympic Training Center of the Republic of Mordovia for race walking, two sports complexes, a sports and entertainment complex, a Sports Palace, an ice palace, two stadiums, and so on... The Aquatics Palace sports Stadium "Start" Stadium "Start" is a sports facility in the city of Saransk, the capital of the Republic of Mordovia, built in 2004. Next to the stadium there is a pond with a beach and two courts for playing beach volleyball. For the active population, there is a rental of roller skates, boats, catamarans, skates, and skis. In winter, a skating rink for public skating is built on the territory of the complex; in summer, open air events are held on the beach.
Ice Palace The Ice Palace is one of the calling cards of our city. This is a unique building not only for our city, but also for Russia, because... The most modern equipment was used for its construction, and it was built in the shortest possible time - in two years. A stele with a soccer ball near the construction site of the Yubileiny stadium for the 2021 FIFA World Cup in Saransk FOUNTAIN Descent The fountain descent to the A. S. Pushkin Culture and Leisure Park is the very first fountain ensemble of Saransk.
Monument to A.S. Pushkin The composition was installed in 2001 for the 200th anniversary of the poet. The recognizable silhouette of the young poet is inscribed in a lovely arch with a soaring muse. The genius enters through the gate into open space and peers into the boundless world.
The forged decorative composition “Flowers of the Millennium” is a bouquet of flowers about two meters high, made by blacksmiths using old Russian technologies. “Flowers of the Millennium” were placed on a granite pedestal and organically fit into the cascade of Saransk monuments. The fountain descent features cascading fountains decorated with beautiful flower beds. Three equidistant round fountains are located on the slope, and cascades stretch on the sides from Sovetskaya Square to the entrance to Pushkin Park. On holidays, fairs and sales of souvenirs, paintings and folk arts and crafts traditionally take place here.
In general, nothing colors the streets more than flowers and trees, even the most traditional ones. Every year new colorful fragrant flower beds appear. And the company celebrated the millennium of the unity of Russia and Mordovia, which was celebrated in August 2006, with a gift.
Time running. Children's locomotives in Saransk. On the reservoir of the park of culture and recreation named after A. S. Pushkin
The modern territory of the park named after. Pushkin is located on the former Assumption Square. Assumption Square was named after the Assumption Church, built in the first half of the 18th century. The area of the park is almost 40 hectares.
The park includes three areas: a recreation area, an attraction area, and an event area. All vacationers in the park can enjoy cotton candy, enjoy delicious ice cream, meet the fairy-tale characters of Pushkin Corner, and feel the unforgettable harmony of “Duck Island”. The modern park has three brands - a Ferris wheel, a brass band, which gathers its spectators every Saturday, and the “Merry Little Engine”, so loved by both children and adults. Once you have visited the park, you will understand that no story about it can replace the vivid, indelible impressions, warm and bright feelings received from communicating with nature, riding on attractions, and seeing cultural programs. 8 Park A. S. Pushkin. Ferris wheel. A reservoir near the park named after A.S. Pushkin Until recently, only one definition was suitable for this body of water - “Gutter”, but the head of the city decided to clean and bring everything into divine shape. Now a reservoir near the park named after A.S. Pushkina “shines” with its purity and beauty.
monument to Vladimir Vysotsky in the city park of culture and recreation. Pushkin Everyone can even go boating. The only thing is that you still can’t swim in this reservoir - it’s low, and there’s a private sector and a road all around. In winter, the pond is turned into a skating rink and everyone who is not too lazy can relax on skates for their own pleasure.
Newlyweds like to come to the embankment after marriage; beautiful places encourage walks and fun! AROUND THE STREETS, PARKS AND SQUARE OF SARANSK city center of Saransk Lenin Avenue and Kommunisticheskaya street
st. Lev Tolstoy.
Sovetskaya st. (1918), ex. Bazarnaya Bazarnaya was considered the main street of the city. But despite this, it differed little in terms of amenities from other streets. After the October Revolution, on November 1, 1918, Bazarnaya was renamed Sovetskaya Street. From that time on, the next stage of her biography began.
Bogdan Khmelnitsky Street
Botevgrad Bridge The bridge over the Saranka River went into operation at the end of 1981. It has become a tradition for all newlyweds to visit this bridge. The groom carries the bride in his arms, which symbolizes overcoming difficulties together and a happy life. According to tradition, glasses are broken here for good luck. Crossroads Voinova Street and Kovalenko Street. Avenue 60 Let Oktyabrya st. Communist and Hotel "Saransk" Hotel "Saransk" opened its doors to its first guests in December 1979. Its location is very convenient and prestigious: it is located in the historical and business center of the city, next to state and government institutions, banks. Stela “Soccer Ball” In a cozy public garden located near the Saransk Hotel, a monument-installation in the shape of a soccer ball appeared. The stela is a forged decorative composition 5 meters high, decorated with the coats of arms of Mordovia, Saransk, as well as the logos of the company that made the creation of this composition possible. House of Finance Fountain on Kommunisticheskaya "Dandelion"
st. I.S. Kovalenko Ivan Semenovich Kovalenko (1927-1978) - organizer of lighting production in Mordovia, Honored Worker of Industry of the MASSR, Hero of Socialist Labor.
Fountain "Tornado" on the street. I.S. Kovalenko “Tornado” is a geyser-type fountain that works with color and musical accompaniment. The latest technologies were used to create this fountain; the water supply in the decorative bowl is regulated by a special electronic program that helps create amazing compositions. Using a modern water flow control system, unique water effects of “explosions,” “shots,” and “fireworks” are created. At night, the fountain is illuminated by spotlights and shimmers with all the colors of the rainbow. Residents come here to relax and cool off during the hot season. Shop "Gulliver" on I.S. Kovalenko
City Children's Wedding Palace. Opened in 1992. Hall with 230 seats. Former cinema "Mordovia". Year of construction 1958 Typical building of a post-war Stalinist cinema of the 50s with 300-330 seats Entertainment complex Proletarsky Park
Proletarsky Park of Saransk is intended for family recreation. A recreation and attraction area is equipped on an area of 8.5 hectares. Here is the city's tallest Ferris wheel of 38 meters, an autodrome, a Sputnik roller coaster, a swimming pool with boats, the Flying Saucer, Extreme Storm attractions, the Fairy Tale Train rail track, the Flying Ship children's carousel, " Sunny”, “Helicopter” and the game complex “Fairytale Kingdom”.
Park - Hotel "Saransk"
The hotel complex "Park-Hotel" is located in the city, perfect for both business people and guests arriving on vacation. SAINTS OF SARANSK Cathedral of the Holy Righteous Feodor Ushakov The temple in honor of the Holy Righteous Warrior Theodore Ushakov in Saransk was solemnly opened on August 6, 2006 and consecrated by Patriarch Alexy II of Moscow and All Rus'. The walls of the church building were erected and bells were installed on the bell towers of the cathedral. The domes are covered with a special titanium alloy, which is no different in appearance from gold plating. The cathedral, made in the Empire style with a neo-Byzantine dome, can simultaneously accommodate more than 3,000 people. The height of its main dome together with the cross is 62 m. According to the project, the total area of the cathedral is about 900 sq. m. meters. The shape of the building resembles the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow. The 12 bells of the cathedral, cast using ancient technologies in the city of Tutaev, are located in four belfries along the perimeter. The iconostasis made of gilded wood located inside the temple is divided into three altars dedicated to St. Fyodor Ushakov (chief), St. Seraphim of Sarov (right) and St. Mordovian martyrs (left). The iconostasis was made in Saratov under the direction of I. Shemyakin.
iconostasis made of gilded wood
interior of the Cathedral of the Holy Righteous Warrior Fyodor Ushakov
Easter message of His Eminence Zinovy, Metropolitan of Saransk and Mordovia, to the pastors, monastics and all faithful children of the Church of Christ in the Saransk diocese on April 19, 2014
After the canonization of Admiral Fyodor Ushakov by the Russian Orthodox Church in 2001, he was elected patron saint of the future cathedral. In agreement with the city authorities, the square at the intersection of Bolshevik and Sovetskaya streets was chosen as the location of the shrine. In 2002, the building was given the status of national significance and was supported by a number of private sponsors. On May 8 of the same year, the cornerstone of the building was laid. Construction was completed in 2006. On August 6, the object was consecrated by Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus' Alexy II.
Monument to Ushakov F.F. Monument to Admiral of the Russian Fleet Fyodor Fedorovich Ushakov on Cathedral Square. It is located opposite the Fyodor Fedorovich Cathedral. Monument to Patriarch Nikon. Next to one of the Orthodox churches in the center of Saransk, a monument was erected to Patriarch Nikon, who played an important role in the Christianization of the Mordovians. Although Patriarch Nikon was born in the village of Veldemanovo in the neighboring Nizhny Novgorod region, in Saransk he is considered the son of the Mordovian people. For his anniversary, a worship cross made of black marble with the inscription “To His Holiness the Patriarch of All Rus' Nikon from the Mordovian people” was installed on the site of the patriarch’s parental home.
Temple of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God
The site for the construction of the temple was consecrated on December 23, 2000 by Archbishop of Saransk and Mordovian Barsanuphius. Construction began in the summer of 2001 and was carried out with donations from large industrial enterprises of the republic and private benefactors. The names of the donors are inscribed on the bricks that make up the walls of the temple. Russian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriarchate) Temple of the Icon of the Mother of God Joy of All Who Sorrow. Located in the South-Western district of Saransk, at the intersection of Ulyanov and Engels streets, in the square of the 4th city hospital.
A chapel named after St. George the Victorious appeared in Saransk at the intersection of Kommunisticheskaya and Botevgradskaya streets. St. John the Theological Church
One of the oldest monuments of Orthodox architecture in the Mordovian region is the Church of St. John the Theologian in Saransk. The brick building of the former parish church is located in the central part of the city on the street. The Democratic Church of St. John the Theologian is one of the few surviving examples of stone architecture of the late 17th century, which stylistically can be attributed to pre-Petrine architecture; the methods of reconstruction of the ancient Russian temple at the beginning of the 19th century deserve attention. St. Nicholas Church
St. Nicholas Church, built on Posop in the mid-19th century, was previously considered a suburban church. Now she is located in the Khimmash microdistrict. Many people consider it heavy, massive, even somewhat boring. But it has its own charm. Museum-ethnographic complex “Mordovian Village” A museum-ethnographic complex was built on the territory (area of Saranskaya-Kavkazskaya street) in preparation for the celebration of the Millennium of the unity of the Mordovian people with the peoples of the Russian state. The complex itself includes a miniature copy of the farm of a village Mordovian family - a wooden house with an internal national design and a colorful courtyard setting - rural outbuildings, ancient household appliances, a small stylized pond, etc.
The complex also plans to build a national cafe in folk style, which will be located on the pier - a site facing directly to Saranka. At the same time, the bed of the reservoir has been expanded and cleaned, and the banks have been strengthened. In the future, however, it cannot be ruled out that the museum-ethnographic complex will be replenished with other objects.
In particular, the idea of recreating part of the fortress wall with a tower in this area was recently voiced. According to the plan, this is where training and demonstration performances by members of historical reconstruction clubs will take place. Museum and ethnographic complex “Mordovian Compound”
Almost 373 years have passed since the city of Saransk was founded. During this time, from a small fortress on a guard line, it grew into a modern beautiful city - the capital of the Republic of Mordovia. This vibrant city is small, its territory is 71.5 square meters. km, population – 320 thousand people. Most of the inhabitants are Russians, Mordovians, Tatars. But the point is not at all in size and quantity. The fact is that for many residents their city is their favorite and most beautiful. from here
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Other important sights of Saransk
The city will be able to satisfy all the desires of tourists. After all, there are theaters here: both for children and for adults; and museums, and shopping centers, and entertainment, and a wonderful and cozy atmosphere. Moreover, the most important attractions are located in one place, which allows you to avoid wasting time moving from place to place.
Mordovia is the birthplace of many world-famous personalities. And athletes, and actors, and sculptors.
Thus, in the capital there is the Mordovian Museum of Fine Arts named after S. Erzya. The museum's halls display the largest collection of works by the famous sculptor Erzya.
New Year holidays in Saransk: What? Where? When?
The main holiday of the country is coming on our heels. The children are already on vacation. Their parents will soon follow the example of their children. The festive feast will end. Russians will be faced with a dilemma: what to do after the Olivier basin and the wishes of Vladimir Putin. Answers in the New Year's poster "Capital C" (from December 28 to January 8*)
Sovetskaya Square and city microdistricts (plan for December 31)
15:00 “Me and my whole family are at the start!” New Year's sports project (0+). 16:00 “Songs of the New Year’s City” Concert of creative groups of the Saransk urban district (0+). 17:00 “Hits of the passing year” Festive concert of masters of art of the Republic of Mordovia and artists of the Mordovia State Philharmonic (0+). 17:50 Congratulations from the Head of the Republic of Mordovia V.D. Volkova (18+).
18:00 "Salute, Saransk!" Musical light - pyrotechnic performance. “New Year's Show” Theater-booth of life-size puppets and giant dolls (6+).
18:15 “All the best for the New Year!” Concert of the Rosichi Song Theater (16+). 19:15 “Happy New Year! With new happiness!" Concert of the Mordovian state song and dance ensemble “Umarina” (16+). 20:30 – 22:00 “In New Year’s rhythms” Dance show project from DJ&MC Toni and DJ Relax (Nizhny Novgorod) (18+).
City microdistricts 17:00 – 22:00
“Saransk! Let's celebrate the New Year together!” New Year's theatrical celebration Square (intersection of M. Raskova St. and Ulyanov St.), square on the street. Kovalenko, square on the street. Gorzowska (12+). Square (intersection of M. Raskova St. and Ulyanov St.). Fireworks at 20:00 (0+). Square on the street Kovalenko. Fireworks at 20:30 (0+). Square on the street Gorzowska. Fireworks at 21:00 (0+).
Movies
“People come to the movies to share the same dream.” Bernardo Bertolucci.
New Year's items
“Doctor Who: The Solution” (12+) (January 1 – “Madagascar”) Science fiction, UK. Directed by Wayne Whip. The New Year is coming, and a terrible evil is awakening in different parts of the earth's past. The Doctor, Ryan, Graham and Yasmin return home - can they protect planet Earth from the danger that threatens it?
“The Snow Queen: Through the Looking Glass” (6+) (from January 1 – “Madagascar”) Animation, fantasy, Russia. Alexey Tsitsilin, Robert Lens. The powerful King Harald almost lost his family because of the Snow Queen. He finds a way to cleanse the world of magic - all those with magical abilities are now imprisoned in the Looking Glass.
“Mary Poppins Returns” (6+) (from January 3 – “Madagascar”, “Cinema Star”, “Russia”) Musical, USA. Directed by Rob Marshall. The film follows the new adventures of Mary and her friend Jack, who will meet the next generation of the Banks family.
“Once Upon a Time There Was a Deadpool” (16+) (from January 3 – “Madagascar”) Science fiction, comedy, USA. Directed by David Leitch. A picture about the Christmas adventures of a talkative mercenary.
New Year's hits
“Spirited Away” (through January 7 – “Madagascar”) Anime, Japan. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The best picture for the New Year holidays for every inhabitant of the Earth. The Oscar-winning masterpiece of the great Hayao Miyazaki on the big screen in the original language.
“Policeman from Rublyovka: New Year’s Mayhem” (16+) (until January 7 – “Madagascar”, “Cinema Star”, “Russia”) Comedy, Russia. Directed by Ilya Kulikov. On New Year's Eve, the Barvikha Northern police station is under threat of closure.
“Bumblebee” (6+) (until January 7 – “Madagascar”, “Cinema Star”, “Russia”) Science fiction, family, USA. Directed by Travis Knight. The film will tell us about the cutest and most beloved transformer and his friendship with the 17-year-old girl Charlie.
“The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” (6+) (until January 7 - “Madagascar”) Fantasy, musical, adventure, family, USA. Directed by Lasse Hallström, Joe Johnston. Having received an unusual gift for Christmas, young Clara sets off on an exciting journey through mysterious places: the Land of Snows, the Land of Flowers and the Land of Sweets. But the girl also needs to get to the fourth kingdom, where she will have to face an entire army of mice led by the incredibly dangerous Mouse King.
“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (6+) (through January 7 – “Madagascar”) Science fiction, comics, animation, family, USA. Directed by Peter Ramsay, Bob Persichetti, Rodney Rothman. We all know about Peter Parker. He saved the city, fell in love, and then saved the city again and again... But all this is in our dimension. What if, as a result of the work of a giant collider, a window opens from one dimension to another? Will he find his own Spider-Man?
“Aquaman” (12+) (until January 7 – “Madagascar”, “Cinema Star”) Science fiction, action, Australia, USA. Directed by James Wan. DC presents the solo story of the ruler of the deep sea, Arthur Curry.
Performances
“Theater is the art of reflection.” Konstantin Stanislavsky.
Small alternative art theater (MKhATik) (Sovetskaya str., 65, tel. 367-368)
On December 28, 29, 30 and January 3-6 at 12.00 and 16.00 the most mischievous and fun holiday from the most naughty and mischievous heroes will take place: Christmas tree at the Moscow Art Theater (6+). January 4 at 17.00 “Little Tragedies” (16+) January 5 at 17.00 “Mom and Dad” (16+)
Ticket from 350 rub.
Mordovian National Theater (Sovetskaya str., 27, t. 38-07-03, 47-25-33)
December 27–28 and January 2–7 at 10.00, 12.00 and 14.00 – New Year’s performance “Morozko” (0+).
Republican Puppet Theater (Volodarskogo St., 90a, t. 47-41-46)
December 28–31 – New Year’s performance with the participation of Father Frost and the Snow Maiden (0+). Performance in the hall “Two Cheerful Geese” (6+). Starts at 10.00 and 13.00.
State Musical Theater named after. Yausheva (Bogdana Khmelnitsky St., 36, tel. 8 (834) 247-13-59)
Children's musical "The Scarlet Flower". (6+)
Schedule: at 11.00: December 27, 28, 29, January 4, 5, 6; at 14.00: December 25, 26, 27, 28, January 4, 5, 6; at 17.00: December 29, January 4, 5.
Tickets – 200 rub.
Theater "Kroshka" (Polezhaeva str., 159 G, Saransk, tel)
December 29th
10.00 — New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “How Zlyuka Zakaryuk met winter” (6+) 12.00 — New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “What is New Year?” (6+) 13.00 — “Little Raccoon and the one who sits in the pond” (6+)
December 30th
10.00 — New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “How Zlyuka Zakaryuk met winter” (6+) 12.00 — New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “What is New Year?” (6+) 13.00 – “Tricks of a cunning troll” (6+)
January 2
12.00 – New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “How Zlyuk Zakaryuk met winter” (6+) 13.00 – “The Three Little Pigs” (0+)
January 3
12.00 — New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “How Evil Zakaryuk met winter” (6+) 13.00 — “Lipunyushka against Baba Yaga” (6+)
4 January
12.00 – New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “What is New Year?” (6+) 13.00 – “Kot Kotofeich” (6+)
5 January
12.00 — New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “What is New Year?” (6+) 13.00 – “Thumbelina” (6+)
6th January
12.00 – New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “How Zlyuk Zakaryuk met winter” (6+) 13.00 – “Morozko” (3+)
Jan. 7
12.00 – New Year’s performance at the Christmas tree “What is New Year?” (6+) 13.00 – “Little Fairy” (6+)
Russian Drama Theater (Sovetskaya str., 60, 47-53-04, 77-74-84)
New Year's performance at the Christmas tree and a fairy tale for children. “The Adventures of Funtik” (0+).
Schedule: December 29 at 11.00 and 17.00 January 3 at 10.00 and 13.00 January 4 at 11.00 January 5 at 10.00 and 13.00
Tickets – 250 rub.
Black Room (tickets by phone: 8-917-008-41-49) January 3 at 17.00 performance of LOVE STORY by Eric Segal (12+). January 3 at 19.00 and January 4-5 at 20.00 creative meeting “Gatherings at the Theater” (16+). January 4-5 at 17.00 comedy in two acts “Baikal Quadrille” by Vladimir Gurkin (16+).
Republican Palace of Culture (Proletarskaya St., 39, 47-33-92)
December 28, from January 1 to January 6 at 11.00 and 14.00, December 29 and 30 at 10.00 New Year's performance: “Emelya and the New Year” (0+)
Museum of Fine Arts. Erzi (Kommunisticheskaya St., 61, ticket office 47-80-94,; 8 (906) 160-33-27)
December 28, 2021 (Friday) – at 12.00 and 15.00 New Year’s performances at the Erzya Museum “Nyusha & Funtik and all-all-all” (6+).
Ticket price: children – 400 rubles, adults – 200 rubles.
Children's club "Umisity" (50 Let Oktyabrya Ave., 30, tel. 30-05-39) December 28 "Fairy tale machines" for kids (0+).
House of Culture "Luch" (Veselovskogo St., 40-a, 75-45-29)
December 28 at 11.00 New Year's theatrical performance "Chest of Happiness or New Year's Tablet Performance." (6+)
Tickets – 120 rub.
Exhibitions
“Nothing reminds me of a brothel like a museum.” Michelle Leiris
Museum of Fine Arts. Erzi (Kommunisticheskaya St., 61, ticket office 47-80-94)
Until January 9, the exhibition of avant-garde artists “Unclosed Circle” of the free creative association “Mutual responsibility” (Moscow). (6+) Until January 13, the exhibition “Landscapes of Donbass”. (12+) Exhibition “Modern Russian Art”. (0+)
Exhibition hall of the MRMII named after. S.D. Erzi (Sovetskaya St., 29, tel. for information: 47-40-28) “The Mystery of Winter Dreams” is an exhibition where viewers will get acquainted with the work of Yuri Dyrin. (18+)
Mordovian Museum of Local Lore named after Ivan Voronin (Saranskaya str., 2, 39-14-97)
The exhibition “In the Footsteps of the Championship” (6+) is open for your attention and curiosity. The exhibition features more than 200 exhibits symbolizing the brightest moments of the 2021 FIFA World Cup. The highlight of the exhibition is the glove of CSKA Moscow goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev, with the goalkeeper’s autograph.
The following exhibitions are also available for viewing:
“Destined to be kept”, dedicated to a significant event - the 100th anniversary of the Mordovian Museum of Local Lore. I.D. Voronina (0+). Exhibition “Saransk as an object of archaeological heritage” (12+). Exhibition “Song of Shural” (6+). “People and dolls. 80 years of the State Puppet Theater of the Republic of Mordovia” (6+).
In addition, for your attention: the museum operates from December 28 to January 6 (except 31, 1 and 2) at 12.00 and 14.00 Father Frost's workshop, where you can make New Year's decorations.
Opening hours: daily from 10.00 to 18.00. Closed on Monday. The ticket office is open until 17.00.
Museum of Mordovian Folk Culture (19 Sovetskaya St., tel. 24-67-94) Picturesque and fascinating exhibition “New Year's Fantasy” (6+).
Memorial Museum of Military and Labor Feat (Sovetskaya St., 34a, 47-44-95) Exhibition “Man of Duty and Honor”, dedicated to the 95th anniversary of the birth of the economic leader of the Mordovian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic Nikolai Khovryakov (0+). "Our Museum" (0+) “Saransk is my favorite city.” (0+)
Museum of History of Mordovia State University named after N.P. Ogarev" (Main building, Bolshevistskaya St., 68) Until the end of January, a unique exhibition of prefabricated models of military equipment is open. An unusual exhibition, which included about 70 exhibits, was presented by the rector of the Archangel Michael Church in the village of Ichalki, Archpriest Sergei Sakovich (6+).
Clubs
“What is called a crush in the subway is considered pleasant intimacy in nightclubs.” Alexander von Schonburg
Restaurant “Samovar” (Bolshevistskaya str., 30, 9th floor of the Admiral business center, tel., 37-37-70) New Year’s Eve on December 31 with “our” Verka Serduchka, the cover band “April” and di -Jay LOSKIN from the Black Star label. (18+)
HARATS PUB (7a Tereshkova St., 8 (927) 977-07-19)
December 28 at 22.00 Curly band from Saratov itself. (16+) December 29 at 22.00 Marianna Zhakovic and Co. (16+) December 30 at 22.00 Bubble Body. (16+)
the entrance is free
“HOROVOD” (Lenin Ave., 29, tel. 375-380; 36-00-29.)
December 31 “New Year's Eve” (18+). Hurry up, the number of places is limited! Celebrate the New Year with us!
Tickets from 1000 rub.
Restaurant-club “Chateau” (Bolshevistskaya st., 60, 23-31-13)
New Year's Eve will be spent for you by: Father Frost and Snow Maiden; “our” Verka Serduchka is parodied; sing MAHITO; will amaze: a real magician (18+).
Cafe-Bar “SONATA” (Proletarskaya st., 39, tel. 37-36-26)
On December 31, you will meet sports and dance presenter Pavel Mikhailov, the show ballet “Mint” and the group DISCO-BAND (18+).
Zoo and Circus
“The circus is the last refuge of pure art.” Francois Mauriac
The area next to the Max shopping center (Gagarin St., 99a, details by phone)
From December 29 to January 6 New Year at the circus (0+).
Tickets from 300 rub.
healthy lifestyle
“Movement is the storehouse of life.” Plutarch
On January 5, 2021, as part of the citywide Health Day, sports events will be held at 6 venues in all microdistricts of Saransk:
1. Park of Culture and Recreation of Proletarsky District from 9.00 to 16.00 – ski rental; from 12.00 to 14.00 – concert programs; competitive programs; work of animators and life-size puppets; from 12.00 to 14.00 – Fun starts “Starts among the strongest”, cross-country skiing competitions.
2. Leninsky District Culture and Leisure Park from 9.00 to 16.00 – ski rental; from 12.00 to 14.00 – concert programs; competitive programs; work of animators and life-size puppets, skiing competitions, “Merry Starts”, tug of war.
3. Ecopark on the street. Mokhovaya from 9.00 to 16.00 – ski rental; from 12.00 to 14.00 – concert programs; competitive programs; the work of animators and life-size puppets, sports competitions among families, cross-country skiing competitions among the population of the city. Saransk; from 12.00 to 13.00 – floorball competitions (bandy), snow football; from 12.30 to 13.00 – youth fun (lifting weights, tug-of-war, bag fight on a balance beam).
4. Saransk Stadium from 9.00 to 21.00 – Skate rental; from 12.00 to 14.00 – concert programs; competitive programs; work of animators and life-size puppets; from 12.00 to 14.30 – football in the snow; "Fun Starts"; ski race; race among speed skaters; lifting weights 16 kg; attraction "The Most Accurate".
5. Square on the street. Kovalenko from 12.00 to 14.00 – “Dad, Mom, I am a sports family”, team race, tug of war, weight lifting.
6. Square on the street. Gorzowska from 12.00 to 14.00 – Ice sports games; sports games with families, Mordovian folk games “Tushtyan Nalksemat”. Skate and ski rentals will be free at all sites on the citywide Health Day. Mobile buffets and field kitchens will operate everywhere. Valuable gifts await the winners of the competitions.
Ski resort named after. F.S. Ogorodnikova. (Ulyanova St., 26a, ground floor 15 of the Ogarev Moscow State University dormitory) During the New Year holidays, the base’s operating hours will change slightly: December 29, 30 - from 9:00 to 16:30 December 31 and January 1 - days off January 2-8 - from 9:00 to 16:30
Skis will be issued until 14:30.
*schedule subject to change
Let's sum it up
Saransk is the cultural capital of the republic, which is not a shame to show to foreigners. Despite the fact that the city is relatively small, it contains many interesting attractions.
The editors of most-beauty.ru ask you to write in the comments what other attractions of Saransk you would include on our list.
Editor's note: This article has been updated since its original publication in September 2021.
Top 5 places worth walking in Saransk in the summer of 2021
Our answer to Zaryadye Park: what will grow in place of construction sites and vacant lots
How we did it We are already accustomed to the fact that Saransk is being built every minute. The key point is next summer, when the guests of the championship (and at the same time you and me) will see the city in all its glory with new sports arenas, hotels and residential neighborhoods. But the city is not only buildings. It is also the sum of open spaces: streets, courtyards, squares, parks. And here we also expect an increase - the area near the stadium will be seriously improved. Evgeniy SHIRCHKOV , an architect and blogger , helped us understand exactly how
Eugene:
The Insar and Tavly floodplains have always had great potential for development. In all master plans, this territory was considered as a large city-wide park, but things did not go beyond good wishes. But now we are on the verge of positive changes. Saransk has always lacked access to water, now we will be able to use empty areas for outdoor recreation, and this will significantly improve the quality of life. We must not forget the urban planning aspect - the floodplain lowlands used to be a serious barrier between the center and Khimmash, but soon they will connect these areas with each other.
Embankment of the Insar River
The stadium will have a real embankment - with fortified banks, slopes to the water, bicycle paths and sports grounds. The riverbed here will be expanded several times and thoroughly cleaned. According to tradition, the authorities did not share any pictures of the project with the townspeople, leaving room for our imagination.
Eugene:
The embankment in this place is a thing in itself. A good embankment should have living edges - dense buildings with shops, cafes and entertainment on the ground floors. Our embankment will run along the stadium fence on one side, and along the highway on the other. And yes, there won't be a single tree there. The only hope is that the townspeople will flock there because of the big water. The bridge along Sovetskaya Street was made pedestrian, but it was not highlighted in any way. But this is a masterpiece of pre-revolutionary engineering art, with openwork reinforced concrete supports. Judging by the pace of construction, work will continue in winter. Therefore, there is a high probability that in a year a lot will fall apart and come unglued.
Park along the Insar River
The coastal strip will become a natural embankment with an embankment and a gravel path, and the mouth of the Saranka will be led into an underground pipe. The information is not 100%, but there is a high probability that the area between the new embankment and the bridge along Nevsky Street will also become a park. Last year, all the undergrowth was cut down there, which means that all that’s left to do is to lay pedestrian paths and install streetlights.
Eugene:
Nice area for a river park, but the main problem is access. It's very difficult to get there! If you don't make several crossings across the railway, the place risks becoming marginal. From the river side it’s the same - at least one pedestrian bridge is needed. But, as far as I understand, no bridges are planned. This is mistake. By the way, I don’t understand how these embankments will look during spring floods. I'm afraid they might not have thought about this, and they would simply be flooded.
Tavla embankment
The construction of the embankment, which had been frozen, resumed in the summer when a new contractor was found. For now, the concrete slopes go into a shallow stream with frogs, but they promise to eliminate this - when the dam is completed, the water level will rise by a couple of meters. It is unknown how this will affect the life of the local muskrat, but it will look more decent.
Eugene:
You shouldn't expect anything supernatural from the Tavla embankment. This will be a quiet green area near the water for residents of Yubileiny. Lawn, paths, a minimum of benches and trees, no descent to the water. I repeat - we need more bridges! In order for the embankment to come to life, bridges must be built at its borders - then it will be possible to create a circular pedestrian route. The existing bridge does not suit me very much - it is located in a random place, and was made very cheaply. And recently, tall metal fences were welded to it, so you can no longer admire the river from the bridge.
Boulevard in the second microdistrict
We wrote about it in detail earlier, but let us only remind you that the boulevard will allow residents of the upper floors to enjoy the beauty of Mordovian ornaments made of multi-colored tiles.
Ecopark on Mokhovaya
The recently opened park has already been tested by barbecue lovers. The test was not passed, which means the park needs to be completed. A ring path with lanterns is good, but is that all that a park can give people?
Eugene:
This is not an eco-park! The prefix only discredits the idea of ecology, and nothing more. I discussed the park in detail on my blog, I won’t repeat it. I will only note that there is no protection from flooding here either. Connections with nearby parks and embankments are also extremely necessary, because public spaces do not work in isolation. They must be connected to a common network. This is not the case. But the worst thing I see is that the work is being done amateurishly - good intentions lose a lot when faced with reality. But the reality is that public spaces are designed and built by people who understand little about it. I recommend taking a closer look at the experience of Tatarstan, where they do not hesitate to invite professionals from Moscow and from abroad, but at the same time think about themselves - local young architects and students are always involved in the design, who absorb new experience and learn new things along the way affairs. And what’s surprising is that they ask local residents what they need in these spaces! As a result, they kill three birds with one stone: they get good projects, train local specialists and help people. In our country, everything is done on the knees, and no one is interested in the opinions of citizens and experts. And I'm afraid the chances are lost - federal money is not endless.
We thank the “Aerial Photography Saransk” group for the photo from the quadcopter.
