The Golden Ring of Russia is the best place for beginner autotourists. Such excursions are also suitable for those who have limited time for rest. Despite the fact that the journey by car around the cities of the Golden Ring is short, the impressions will be unforgettable and versatile. Thanks to this pastime, you can see the beautiful, ancient cities of Russia, which have preserved cultural monuments of Ancient Rus' to our time.

The Golden Ring is based on 8 cities. Among them are Vladimir, Suzdal, Kostroma, Yaroslavl, Ivanovo, Pereslavl-Zalessky, Rostov the Great, Sergiev Posad. To see the charm and grandeur of each of them, it will take at least 2 weeks. But if you don't have time, then you can do it in a week, but of course, you won't be able to see every city in its entirety.

Route point: Sergiev Posad

The distance from Belokamennaya is 75 km., you will have to spend about an hour. Among the sights, it is worth noting the Trinity-Sergius Lavra, which is considered the largest male monastery in the entire territory of Russia. In addition, the Chernigov temple, under which there is a cave church, will also be interesting. Its construction was completed in 1851.

There are also many interesting places around Sergiev Posad. For example, the Abramtsevo estate, which is 15 km away from the city, is worth visiting the Gremyachiy waterfall, its height is more than 25 meters. This miracle of nature is located near the village of Vzglyadnevo. By the way, it is believed that the waters of the waterfall are healing. The water temperature at any time of the year remains unchanged. It is better to go here in dry weather.

Also, traveling by car along the Golden Ring is a visit to the Paraclete Desert of the Holy Spirit, which is located 6 km from the Lavra. In the Desert to this day there are monastic cells, a bell tower, a stone temple. It is also worth visiting the village of Deulino, where Poland and Russia reconciled in 1618 by signing an appropriate treaty.

Route point: Pereslavl-Zalessky

The distance from Sergiev Posad is 75 km. Of course, the road will not be easy due to bad roads, but this path must be overcome in order to see the beauty of the place. Among the attractions worth highlighting are cathedrals and monasteries, of which there are a lot.

These are the monasteries of Goritsky, Nikolo-Solbinsky, Nikitsky, Feodorovsky, Holy Trinity Danilov, the Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Savior and others. Also in Pereslavl-Zalessky there are well-known sources: St. Anthony and Theodosius of the Kiev Caves, Varvarin, Nikitsky.

In addition, tourists like to visit the museum-estate "Boat of Peter I". And on the banks of the Pleshcheevo lies the Blue Stone, near which guests love to take pictures. According to geologists, this stone was dragged here by a glacier. In addition, guides will be able to take you to the streets where famous films were shot, for example, "The Thief", "The Orphan of Kazan", "Boomer".

Route point: Rostov Veliky

Do not confuse Rostov-on-Don with this place. The distance from the previous point is 66 km. Among the sights of the city, I would like to highlight the Rostov Kremlin, it was here that the cult comedy "Ivan Vasilyevich Changes His Profession" was filmed. Also, be sure to visit the Sarsk settlement, where the Life-Giving Cross stands, which simply works wonders. From the side of Lake Nero, from the board of the old Russian boat, you can look at the city. Also, the most beautiful places will open to guests from the platforms of the monastery towers.

Route point: Yaroslavl

The length of the road from Rostov is 57 km. Traveling along the Golden Ring will give you the opportunity to see the Transfiguration Monastery, where the headquarters of Minin and Pozharsky were previously located. Also, you should definitely visit the Vasilyev Tower, which is the pride of Yaroslavl.

Its construction was completed in the 17th century. In the church of Elijah the Prophet, guests are offered to see frescoes, and a huge collection of bells will be presented to tourists at the Music and Time Museum. If you went on a trip with children, then you should visit the Bear monument and the My Favorite Bear Museum. In this place there are toys made from a wide variety of materials: straw, wood, metal, plush, etc. You can ride the kids on the railway, the length of which is 3.5 km.

Route point: Kostroma

From Yaroslavl to Kostroma 86 km. Having overcome this distance, you find yourself in a cozy and quiet city. Here it is worth visiting the Ipatiev Monastery, which was founded back in 1330. Also interesting places will be the tower of the Snow Maiden, the monument to the Dog, the museums of flax and birch bark, wooden architecture. By the way, according to the travelers themselves, having visited the monument to the Dog, you should definitely touch it by the nose, it is believed that such a gesture can bring good luck.

Route point: Ivanovo

It is necessary to drive 106 km from Kostroma to the city of brides. And now a small town opens up before tourists, where you can look at a unique house-ship, which was built in 1930. In fact, it is very similar to the ship. In the center of Ivanovo, you can see an architectural monument of the 20th century - the Vvedensky Orthodox Women's Monastery. It is also a must to visit the museum of Ivanovo chintz, which has a collection of half a million exhibits on textile subjects.

Route point: Suzdal

After 78 km from Ivanovo, the city of Suzdal is located. This is the pearl of the Golden Ring. A stop in the city of Suzdal will provide an opportunity to see the Spaso-Evfimiev and Pokrovsky monasteries, the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin, the Suzdal Prison Museum, and the Golden Storeroom. The journey can be continued at the Museum of Wooden Architecture, where a church, a poor peasant's house, a master's house, mills, a barn, a well and several rural houses are presented.

Route point: Vladimir

This is the last stop of the journey. Here it is worth seeing the Golden Gate, installed at the entrance to the city, go to the Market Rows, visit the Cathedral Square, Kozlov Val, the Nativity Monastery and the water tower. In addition, tourists like to take photos near the monument to Vladimir, where the pyramids with 3 heroes rise. And in the central cathedral of Vladimir you can see the icons painted by Andrei Rublev.