Sovetskaya square, Dmitrov

In the distant 1154, near the river Yakhroma, as an Outpost of the Vladimir-Suzdal lands, the glorious Prince Yuri Dolgoruky, was foundedcity Dmitrovnamed in honor of the Prince heir. On the place where the city was built the Kremlin, but to have survived only the earthen shaft, with a length of about a kilometer. Gradually, the city gained increase, there appeared new streets and settlements. In its history, Dmitrov was in the status of the fortress, the center of an independent Principality, belonging to the huge number of governors, County-level city and regional center. In the early period, Dmitrov was repeatedly plundered by the Tatar troops, and then the poles. A key moment in the development of the city was its accession to the Moscow Principality. Since the middle of XVI – the city prospered as a trade centre. In its history, the city suffered repeated devastation and economic booms. This place became a centre for the reconciliation of the Russian Grand Dukes. Also, here were some of the most important military operations in world war II. Modern features Dmitrov acquired in the late Soviet period, when actively produced residential and industrial development areas of the city. Prior to this period, the city was dominated by wooden houses, farmsteads. In the early twenty-first century Dmitrov was awarded the prestigious prize in the nomination "the Most landscapedcity of Russia". And, a few years ago, the city was awarded the honorary title of city of Military glory. In our days the city has plenty of attractions. This is the old manor of the eminent nobles, a great number of monuments and memorials, modern fountains and sculptures, theaters, unique churches and monasteries, palaces of culture and sport, architectural monuments, beautiful wide square, museums and parks. Also, the city perfectly formed cultural and entertainment area. In Dmitrov well developed education operates a large number of Universities, including branches of the prestigious Moscow universities and academies. Here is the first prize winner of the all-Russian competition "Best schools of Russia" gymnasium "Dmitrov". Modern Dmitrov is a center of Aeronautics, where every year international competitions of hot air balloons. For all visitors, Dmitrov has a great selection of hotel establishments and tour Desk.