Galichcan be called a holistic monument to the history of that goes back to the ancient centuries. Well-preserved ancient look of the city includes a large number of buildings related to the building of the late XVIII-XIX century. And also – ancient temples: Paiziev monastery, built in the XIV century, Church of the Epiphany, the complex of temples Vasilievsky monastery, consisting of winter Vvedensky Church and the summer of St. Basil the Great, in the style of Russian Baroque, Nicholas Starodorozhski monastery, with a large complex of buildings and Holy Trinity Cathedral, and many others. In ancient times these lands were inhabited by warlike and brave tribes of the measure, which accounted for half the troops of Prince Oleg, and helped him to seize Kiev and Constantinople in the late ninth century. Also, there was found a value called "Galich treasure", indicating that this region was inhabited by people since prehistoric times. Within a century after its founding, the city became the capital of the Galician Principality. And after a couple of centuries here was erected the massive fortifications, fragments of which can be found in our days. In the center of the city extends a magnificent architectural ensemble of the one and two-story stone and wooden houses. And also a Shopping arcade, built on the brilliant project of the architect P. Fursova, and which is the true heritage of Galicia. In addition to the amazing architectural and religious monuments, Galic has the most beautiful nature. It is surrounded by the scenic shores of lake and high hills of Balog and Shemyakin mountain, where in summer you can enjoy plenty of overview of the surroundings, and in the winter months to spend a thrilling extreme sports. For those who want to swim in open water on a hot summer day, you can go to the Central city beach or a long walk in search of upland shores. In addition, lake Galich promise all the avid fans of fishing, a good catch. While the history of fisheries development in the city, you can hear the local history Museum. In addition, the Museum houses an extensive display of household items and interior, clothes, Handicrafts and jewelry that belonged to the people who inhabited the region in the XVIII-XIX century. In other halls of the Museum can be found a magnificent exhibition of contemporary painting. Galich in our time full of cultural events. For example, the city annually held all-Russian festival of short films.