The City Of Astrakhanwas founded in the middle of the XVI century. But the most glorious land of the chosen people in ancient times. Initially it was a small town that was part of the Kazan and Astrakhan khanates and had a very awkward geographical and strategic position, because from all sides it was surrounded by deaf steppe. With the expansionRussian possessionsto the Volga region, the town was moved to the left Bank of the Volga, where he formed the natural hill that served as excellent protection from enemy attacks. By decree of Ivan the terrible built a strong Outpost, is surrounded by a high earthen rampart. Already by 1589 here stoodthe stone Kremlinwith towers and gates, Arsenal, cellars, monasteries and churches, magnificent palaces. Near the main gate rose to heaven large 4-tiered bell tower. The city has incorporated the typical features of Russian Orthodox settlement, despite the great diversity of nationalities that have lived here. Today Astrakhan has kept intact the walls of the fortress, stunning eyes, like hundreds of years ago. Among the oldest temples of the city are worth a mention, the assumption Cathedral, built on the site of two wooden churches, where rested the great Georgian monarchs, as well as various representatives of the Church hierarchy. This is a beautiful 2-tiered, 5-domed building, consecrated in 1710. Another famous architectural monument of the city related to the construction of the Kremlin is the Bishop's residence, which is located at the southern wall of the assumption Cathedral. Special appearance, imbued with the spirit of antiquity has also Cyril chapel, where for a long time kept the remains of the first Abbot of the Trinity monastery. Will not escape from the careful eyes of a tourist and one of the historical districts of Astrakhan – the White city. Built on a hill, behind the Eastern Kremlin walls, it has retained its initial layout as well as a number of unique historical value of the objects – the Demidov mansion, Hipped-roof tower, merchant houses and mosques. In addition to historical buildings, the architectural ensemble of no less blended and more modern buildings. For example – the Astrakhan Puppet theater, which is included in the list of monuments of Federal significance. But not only the majestic buildings of the famous city of Astrakhan. In the suburbs in the second half of the twentieth century were open to the world an amazing sight – the capital of the Golden Horde, "Sarai-Batu", which is now a Museum.
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