City of Grozny: attractions, reviews

The article is devoted to the description of the sights of the beautiful city of Grozny and the reviews of those people who have visited or live in this wonderful place.

A few historical facts

Modern Grozny is a large metropolis with a developed industry. Since 1992, the city is "the heart" and the capital of Chechnya. It is located at the slopes of the Sunzhensky Range of the North Caucasus, in the valley of the Sunzhi River. The area of the Chechen capital is 305 square meters. Km, the population of the city is 280 thousand people.

Culture in the city

The historical and cultural heritage of the Chechen people, ancient traditions and original folk art were reflected in the numerous museum compositions that Grozny is rich with. Attractions make it possible to better understand and learn this country and its proud people. Residents and visitors of the city can visit the following museums:

1. The Chechen Museum of Fine Arts.
2. The State Museum of A. Kadyrov.
3. Local History Museum.
4. National Museum of the Chechen Republic, etc.

In the capital of the North Caucasus are located:

1. Chechen State Drama Theater. H. Nuradilov.
2. Grozny Russian Drama Theater. M. Lermontov.
3. The Chechen State Theater of the Young Spectator.

A little to join the cultural life of the Chechen people can not only visit museums and theaters in Grozny. Sightseeing does not end there. Great popularity and love among local citizens and guests enjoy such cultural institutions as concert halls, libraries, circus and others.

Many famous poets, writers, composers, artists, public figures began their way here, in the very heart of Chechnya. The republic pays much attention to the development of sports. This is facilitated by well-equipped sports schools and sports facilities.

Sights of Grozny

In connection with the military operations on the territory of Chechnya in the 90s, there are no ancient buildings, structures and historical sites here. The city at that time was almost completely destroyed. In just a short period of time rose from the ruins, like a bird "phoenix", Grozny (city). Sights of the present appeared along with new houses, wide streets, bright avenues, green parks, cozy squares, etc.

Terrible today, the mosque of A. Kadyrov

In the Chechen capital, rebelled from the ruins, there is something to see where to spend your free time, while enjoying the local color, traditions, way of life, culture.

Let's look at some modern sights of Grozny with a description of the structures, their purpose, etc. Let's start with the main structure of the city, you can say, the business cards of Grozny - the mosque of A. Kadyrov (the first president of Chechnya), built in 2008. It is recognized as one of the most beautiful and magnificent mosques in Russia and Europe. This magnificent building of Ottoman architecture is located on the avenue of V.V. Putin in the middle of the park on the bank of the river Sunzha. The mosque is the largest in the world. It holds about 10 thousand believers. Minarets reach a height of 63 meters, the walls of the structure are decorated with white marble and paintings of sayings from the Koran. The territory of the mosque is surrounded by several fountains and garden alleys. "The heart of Chechnya" is part of the Islamic center, which unites:

1. The Spiritual Administration of Muslims.
2. Russian Islamic University named after Kunta-Hadji.
3. Islamic library.
4. Madrasah.

The construction of the mosque combined the eastern elements and modern European design. Reviews of people who have visited the city of Grozny, very sincere. Local residents are very fond of their city and president especially.

Temple of Michael the Archangel

Undoubtedly, the restored church of Michael the Archangel is known to everyone who has ever visited Grozny. Attractions such as this temple attract even more attention of all who want to visit this glorious city.

The only Orthodox church in the entire territory of the Chechen Republic was founded in 1892 by Terek Cossacks. This church was built on the public donations of parishioners and still works. It was destroyed at the end of the last century, but since 2004 its partial restoration began.

A. Chekhov Park

Although before the complete restoration of the capital it is far, but now it is conquering with its beauty the "heart" of Chechnya - Grozny, whose sights open the doors for its visitors, tourists and guests. The main attraction of the Chechen capital is the square named after A. Chekhov, a famous Russian writer. It is located on the left bank of the river Sunzha and occupies more than 6 hectares of area. The square was built in 1934 on the site of the fortress. This place attracts a lot of young people, because in its territory are:

1. Swimming pool "Sadko".
2. Library them. Chekhov.
3. The Cosmos Cinema.

In this park grow Japanese Japanese (10 meters high) and Chinese ash, which can reach a height of more than 27 meters.

Memorial to fighters against terrorism

The city, which was almost completely destroyed during the hostilities, lives and thrives, builds temples and mosques, restores monuments - the sights of Grozny. Chechnya does not forget its heroes and culture. The memorial to the fighters against terrorism is dedicated to the heroes. Residents of the republic want to live and work in peace without fear for their own lives and their children. In 2010, on the square named after A. Kadyrov, a monument of 38 stone blocks was erected. On the stones are carved the names of policemen, clergy, the administration of the Republic, who died at the hands of terrorists who encroached on the freedom and independence of the Caucasus.

«Alley of Glory»

The fate of the Chechen people is closely connected with the Russian, only by uniting you can defeat any enemy. "Alley of Glory", which is also famous for Grozny, (the sights of the Chechen capital do not end there) is the most grandiose memorial complex of the country. It was erected for the 65th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War over world fascism in 2010.

The memorial is located in the center of Grozny, occupying a large area of 5 hectares. On the territory of the complex there is a museum named after A. Kadyrov who, due to rich interior decoration and beautiful architecture, can compete with famous monuments. The main building of the memorial consists of several levels, at the bottom is the museum to the first president of Chechnya. The second level is occupied by an art gallery with compositions about the Great Patriotic War. On the street side are portraits of Heroes of the Soviet Union - people from the Chechen Republic who died for peace on the whole earth. Also there are thematic bas-reliefs with famous people and events, such as "Defenders of the Brest Fortress", etc. On the fourth level there is the Eternal Flame, which reminds with its flame the events of those days. Movedu Visaitov is equestrian monument to the hero of the Great Patriotic War at the beginning of the alley leading to the memorial.

This memorial further exalted the city of Grozny. Sights, reviews of which only confirm the significance of the Chechen capital, speak for themselves: the Chechen people honor the memory of their heroes and all the wonderful people who live here.

Everyone should visit this heroic city, touch the history of the people and get to know his culture more closely, in order to understand how people live in Chechnya and Grozny in particular.