The City Of Stavropolit has not only developed infrastructure but also the amazing appearance amazing, healing nature and rich cultural and historical heritage. Stavropol was founded by order of Catherine II as an Outpost of the Azov-Mozdok defensive line, but soon took an important place in the development of transport and trade regulations not only of the region but the entire state. The name Stavropol is literally translated from Greek as "the city of the cross" and was given no chance. After all, in the lands where it was planned to erect fortifications, the builders had discovered a stone cross. The modern city is a major cultural, economic and industrial center. It is a multi-ethnic population, and a variety of denominations. About the history and development of this wonderful city can be found in the walls of the impressive old building of the State Museum. Its collection contains about 300 thousand exhibits of archaeological, artistic, ethnographic and numismatic values, a large number of archival materials, the collection of military attributes and weapons over the years. An important place in the improvement of Stavropol is the wonderful parks that seamlessly flows into the forest city's outskirts. One of the most beautiful and largest parks – Victory Park. Here, in addition to well-groomed alleys, a great zoo, a Hippodrome and a riding school, several sporting facilities, cafes and attractions for children and adults. Monument of nature and history of the city is Central Park, planted about 150 years ago, and generously decorated with artificial caves and streams, fountains and unique flower arrangements. The city honored the memory of the heroes of the war years. So, in Stavropol built a large memorial complex "Eternal glory"with large sculpted stele and the eternal flame. The memory of the victims of political repression and war veterans dedicated a unique memorial "Cold spring", where in addition to an impressive and touching monument, there are 5 mass graves. The complex is really a few natural springs with cold, clear water. Special attention should be given to the pilgrimage in the Stavropol temples. After all, even for not religious people, they are of great interest as an architectural masterpieces. The most prominent and oldest of them are Church of the assumption, gorgeous St. Andrew's Cathedral and St. John the Mariinskiy convent.
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