Mini-trip: what to see in Tula in a couple of days

The sound of weapons hammers and the aroma of freshly baked gingerbread are the first things that come to mind when mentioning Tula. However, behind these textbook images lies a city with a rich, multi-layered history that can be experienced even in a short visit.Located just 180 kilometers from Moscow, Tula is ideal for a busy weekend. A well-planned route will allow you to see the main sights in two days, taste local specialties and feel the atmosphere of a city with almost a thousand years of history.From the Kremlin to the samovar: the classic Tula Kremlin is the heart of the city and the starting point of any journey. Built at the beginning of the 16th century, it has never been taken by the enemy and still impresses with its power. The morning of the first day should be devoted to a walk along the fortress walls and a tour of the Assumption Cathedral with its majestic five-tiered iconostasis.After the Kremlin, it is logical to head to the Tula Samovars Museum, located within walking distance. The collection includes more than 300 exhibits and shows the evolution of this symbol of the Russian tea party from simple copper teapots to real works of art. Special attention should be paid to the giant 250-liter samovar and miniature samples the size of a matchbox.Key sites to visit in the central part of the city:- The Tula Kremlin with towers and the Assumption Cathedral - The Tula Samovars Museum on Mendeleevskaya Street - The Museum of Weapons in the helmet building on the embankment - The Monument to Lefty– the symbol of Tula craftsmanship - Kazanskaya Embankment with modern landscaping. You can finish the first day with a walk along Metallistov pedestrian street, where restored merchant mansions are adjacent to cozy cafes and souvenir shops.Noble estates: outside the city, it is worth devoting a day to the surroundings of Tula, where manors associated with the names of prominent figures of Russian culture are located. The main pearl is the museum–estate of Leo Tolstoy "Yasnaya Polyana", located 14 kilometers from the city.It was here that the great writer was born, created "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina", and was buried. A walk through the alleys of the century-old park, a visit to a house where the authentic atmosphere of Tolstoy's time has been preserved, and an acquaintance with the way of estate life of the 19th century leave a deep impression even for those who are far from literature.If there is enough time, it is also worth visiting Bogoroditsk, where there is a magnificent palace and park ensemble created for the illegitimate son of Catherine II. Architect Ivan Starov's project with an elegant palace and an English landscape park is often called the "Tula Peterhof".Plan a visit to the following estates in the vicinity of Tula:- Yasnaya Polyana Museum-estate – Tolstoy family estate- Bogoroditsky Palace-Museum and park – estate of Counts Bobrinsky - Dvoryaninovo Estate – birthplace of Russian scientist and agronomist A.T. Bolotov- Nikolskoye-Vyazemskoye - estate of Leo Tolstoy's ancestors– Polenovo - estate of artist V.D. Polenov on the shore of the ocean for comfortable movement between these points It is better to rent a car or use the services of the tour desk.Taste of Tula: gastronomic discoveries Tula cuisine is not only famous gingerbread, but also a number of local specialties that are worth trying while traveling. A mandatory point of the gastronomic program is a visit to the Tula Gingerbread Museum, where you can learn the history of the delicacy and taste fresh gingerbread with different fillings.An equally interesting discovery will be the Tula Belevsky marshmallow– an airy delicacy made from applesauce, which is prepared using ancient technology. And as a souvenir, it is worth buying a Filimonov toy, a vivid example of a local craft that has existed for more than 700 years.Coffee shops and restaurants in the city center offer reinterpreted dishes of local cuisine, from porridge pies to herbal infusions. Set aside time for a leisurely lunch to fully appreciate the culinary traditions of the region and relax after a busy sightseeing program. 1xBet WELCOME BONUS copy and input the 1xbet promo code during registration to get a 330% welcome bonus up to ₹65,000. When you visit the official 1xBet website you can download the dedicated mobile app to your device of choice. You can also play poker without downloading any software via your PC or mobile browser such as Chrome or Safari.