Not every person can pronounce the name of the capital of Komi the first time, and some have not even heard of it. It is a medium-sized city, but tourism has only recently appeared here. This old city has many attractions and beautiful natural places. But unfortunately, the locals hiking trails are not yet very well known, and an ignorant person may not find the desired object. To avoid this, you need to get acquainted with the main attractions of the city of Syktyvkar in advance.

Brief description of Syktyvkar

Syktyvkar is the capital of the Komi Republic and the center of the city district of the same name. The total area of ​​the city is 152 km 2, and the population is more than 280 thousand people. Syktyvkar took 128th place out of 165 cities in the ranking of attractiveness of urban living (2013). The city is located in the southwestern part of the republic (the left bank of the Sysola River), not far from the borders of the Arkhangelsk and Kirov regions.

Syktyvkar is located 412 km from Kirov

City `s history

The exact date of the formation of the first settlement in the city is unknown. In the Syktyvkar area, archaeologists have discovered traces of people from the Neolithic era (3rd century BC). Later evidence of settlement dates back to the 4th–9th centuries AD. The Komi people appeared here in the 16th century. Thanks to the close location of the Vychegda and Susola rivers, the territory was “inhabited” quite quickly. Since then, the status and name of the settlement have changed several times. At different times it was called Ust-Sysola, Syktyvdin, Kar, etc. Modern name the city was assigned in 1930 (from the Komi language “Syktyv” is the name of the local river, “kar” is the status of the city).

In the 18th century, Ust-Sysolsky district became part of the Vologda governorate, and the city was officially founded in 1780. Later, the surrounding villages and towns were annexed to the district city, and 19th century a large trading center of the North was formed here. By 1897, Ust-Sysolsk became the fourth most populous city in the Vologda province. In 1921, the city became the center of the Autonomous Region of Komi, and the name Syktyvkar was given in honor of the 150th anniversary of the city status. In 1990, Syktyvkar became the capital of the republic. Now Syktyvkar is considered a provincial city, but its age and abundance of attractions make it attractive to tourists.

How to get to Syktyvkar

You can get to the capital of Komi in several ways:

1. By plane from Moscow (Sheremetyevo, flight time about 2 hours), St. Petersburg, Sochi, Anapa, Kaliningrad, Perm, Surgut, Minvod, Ufa, Samara, Vorkuta and Yekaterinburg.
2. By train from Moscow (about 25 hours), Northern capital, Mikuni, Pechora, Ukhta, Anapa, Vologda, Yaroslavl, Koslan, Usinsk, Vorkuta and other cities, but with a transfer.
3. By bus from nearby cities (neighboring regions and autonomous okrugs).
4. By car (roads: M7 and P-176, M8 and P-98).

You can get to Syktyvkar through the nearest cities: Arkhangelsk, Volsk, Vologda, Kirov, Ukhta

Sights of Syktyvkar

The capital of Komi has architectural and historical attractions, many cultural sites and beautiful natural places.

City architecture

The main architectural attractions of Syktyvkar are temples and cathedrals, as well as unusual works of monumental art.

St. Stephen's Cathedral

St. Stephen's Cathedral is a functioning Orthodox church dedicated to St. Stephen of Perm. He was a saint of the Zyryans (indigenous people of the republic) and an educator. The temple project was completed by architects: Kokushkin and Borichevsky. The cathedral has been built since 1856. After 27 years, the lower church of the cathedral was built, and after another 13 years, the entire cathedral was consecrated. Previously, there was another temple on the site of Stefanovo Cathedral, but it was destroyed by the Bolsheviks during the revolution.

Tourists may be interested not only in the architecture of the building, but also in the interior decoration - the walls of the cathedral are decorated with paintings in the Byzantine style. There is also a bell tower with the Tsar Bell next to the cathedral. Some are interested in the relics of St. Stephen, who converted pagan Zyryans to Christians in the 14th century. However, this shrine is kept in the Moscow Kremlin.

Information for tourists:

• address: Svobody Street, 60;
• official website: http://sykcentr-okrug.ru;
• Opening hours: daily from 7:00 to 1:00;
• the entrance is free.

Stephen's Cathedral, as the main spiritual center of Komi, was erected as a tribute to the memory of all compatriots who suffered during the repressions at the beginning of the 20th century, as a reminder of the persecution for the faith that the Church endured in Komi

Church of Christ the Savior

The Church of Christ the Savior was built in 1995. This is a Baptist church, it is also called the Syktyvkar house of prayer. The central religious building of this denomination stands out among the others, and there are 15 of them in total. The creator of the project was the architect E. P. Bulatov, and the temple building was built by teams of Baptists from other Russian regions, Ukraine and Moldova.

This church has its own choir, and services are conducted in both Russian and Komi. There is also a teenage club and a Sunday school at the temple. It is planned to install an organ, the sounds of which will accompany Sunday services. The interior of the temple is modest, there are no icons or frescoes, and the elders (Baptist priests) are not distinguished by special attire. They are chosen from members of the Baptist community.

Information for tourists:

• address: Oktyabrsky Avenue, 35;
• official website: http://tserkovkomi.rf;
• Opening hours: daily from 9:00 to 20:00;
• the entrance is free.

The Church of Christ the Savior is one of the largest Protestant temple buildings in the CIS

The Kazan Church (Holy Kazan) was built before the 19th century. Then this church was called the chapel of Procopius and John of Ustyug. In 1860, peasants rebuilt the building, and in 1901 the temple was named in honor of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God. This served as a miraculous rescue of the relic in a fire. After 1917, the church became a place of exile. Priests and lay people were sent here, and they were supported by the exiled Bishop Herman. Later he was accused of subversion and shot (1937). Since 1944, the temple became a reading hut, but when the war ended, it was used again. In 2001, Bishop Herman was canonized.

The church has a library, a Sunday school and a teenagers club. The main attraction, shrine and pride of the temple is the Kazan Icon. On major Christian holidays, the miraculous icon is lowered from the iconostasis so that worshipers can touch it. Tourists and pilgrims from different regions come here, as it is believed that the shrine can cure troubles, misfortunes and serious illnesses.

Information for tourists:

• address: Naberezhnaya street, 10 (Kochpon);
• official website: http://sobor.ucoz.ru;
• Opening hours: daily from 7:00 to 19:00;
• the entrance is free.

The walls of the temple are painted blue for a reason - it is believed that this color symbolizes the Virgin Mary

Monument to Peter and Fevronia

The monument to Peter and Fevronia was erected in 2004. The four-ton sculpture was created by the convicted A. Galushkin, and the sketch of the monument was drawn up by Bishop Pitirim. The 3-meter-high monument is covered in bronze, but the sculptor used a new sculpting technique, covering a concrete blank with bronze.

For 800 years, Orthodox Christians have been honoring Peter and Fevronia, but not everyone knows their story. In such cases, I turn to my friend Raya, who is a devout Christian. Raya told me a sad story of strong and faithful love. Prince Peter helped his brother Pavel by killing the insidious serpent-tempter, who had trampled upon the honor of the prince's wife. The dying snake infected Peter with leprosy, and only a village woman, the daughter of a beekeeper who made his living by extracting honey, could save him from death. Fevronia agreed to help, making the prince promise that he would marry her. Peter refused to marry after his recovery, but Fevronia foresaw this. One scab she specially left behind caused a repeat illness, and this time the prince kept his promise. After the death of Paul, the people opposed the unequal marriage of Peter, the heir to the throne. Together with his wife of peasant origin, the prince sailed from the city, but the unrest that began over the throne softened the harshness of the courtiers, and Peter and his wife returned to the city. In old age they went to different monasteries and took monastic vows. The loving spouses prepared a common coffin in advance and wrote a will so that they would be buried together. Surprisingly, Peter and Fevronia died on the same day, and the monastery ministers buried them in different places, considering a common grave not pleasing to God. The legend says that the next day the lovers lay in the same coffin.

Information for tourists:

• address: Svobody Street, 60 (territory of Stephen's Cathedral);
• exact coordinates: N61.6780810 E50.8322650;
• You can explore the attraction for free and at any time.

A three-meter sculpture, which personifies the symbol of the hearth and the protection of family ties, was placed at the entrance to the Stephen Church

Cultural sites of Syktyvkar

The main sculptural attractions of the city are theaters, museums and sculptural complexes.

Opera theatre

The Syktyvkar Opera and Ballet Theater was created in 1958. The name of the institution changed several times: Musical Drama Theater, Musical Theater of the Komi ASSR. The current name was assigned in 1992. The building that now houses the opera house was built in 1969. The auditorium can accommodate up to 778 spectators at a time.

In the repertoire cultural site there are operas, choreographic performances, etc. Ballet is especially popular (The Young Peasant Lady, Swan Lake, Giselle, Don Quixote, etc.).

Information for tourists:

• address: Kommunisticheskaya street, 32;
• exact coordinates: 61°39′58″N 50°49′09″E;
• official website: http://komiopera.ru;
• Opening hours: from Tuesday to Saturday - from 11:00 to 18:00, on Sunday - from 10:00 to 18:00;
• Ticket prices depend on the concert.

Since 1991, the theater has annually held the International Festival of Opera and Ballet Arts “Syktyvkarsa Tulys” (Syktyvkar Spring) named after People’s Artist of Russia Iya Petrovna Bobrakova

Drama Theater named after Savin

The Drama Theater named after V. A. Savin was created in 1936. This was preceded by the formation of a small theatrical association, headed by Savin. For about 8 years the theater group worked at the level of amateur performances. In 1930, theater courses were held in the city; For this purpose, professional figures in the field of dramaturgy were invited from Moscow: a director and composer. So the Savin Theater became the first such institution in Syktyvkar. True, the name of the founder was given to the institution in 1978, and the title of “academic” - in 1995.

The performances that can be seen here are staged based on the works of Shakespeare, Sadur, Lorca, etc. The troupe includes honored artists of Russia and the republic - A. Tribelgorn, V. Gradov, V. Gabova, etc.

Information for tourists:

• address: Pervomaiskaya street, 56;
• official website: http://komidrama.ru;
• Opening hours: Monday to Friday (9:00 to 17:00);
• ticket price: from 100 rubles.

On October 27, 1980, by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR, the drama theater was awarded the Order of Friendship of Peoples

The National Art Gallery in Syktyvkar was created in 1943. The founder of the institution was D. T. Yanovich, an ethnographer and anthropologist. In 1925, Yanovich arrived in Komi and formed the first collection of works of art of the 18th–20th centuries. And 3 years later the first organized exhibition of paintings took place. For some time the gallery did not have premises, so the exhibition was presented in the local history museum. The collection of paintings has expanded thanks to museums from other regions (institutions and citizens). And in 1980, some of the paintings were purchased by the gallery from private individuals.

Now the collection contains about 7 thousand works of Russian and foreign art. The earliest exhibits are paintings from the 17th century. In addition to paintings, there are sculptures, ancient icons, copper items, etc. Recently, the exhibition has been replenished with modern works.

Information for tourists:

• address: Kirova street, 44;
• exact coordinates: 61°40’10″N 50°50’33″E;
• official website: http://ngrkomi.ru;
• Opening hours: Tuesday and Wednesday - from 10:00 to 18:00, Thursday - from 10:00 to 20:00, Friday-Sunday - from 10:00 to 18:00;
• entrance fee: up to 150 rubles.

In recent years, the gallery’s collection continues to grow due to gifts (the most significant recent years became a gift from the Moscow collector N.I. Kornilov)

Ethnographical museum

The Syktyvkar Ethnographic Museum was created in 1911. Funds were collected for the opening of the exhibition local residents, and the initiators and organizers were public figures: Starovsky, Zhakov, Cheusov, etc. At first, the exhibition related to the society for the study of northern ethnic groups. The collection was based on archaeological and paleontological finds. Ethnographic exhibits also took their place in the exhibition. The permanent exhibition received the status of a local history museum in 1940. The branches of the ethnographic museum are the local literary museum and the Morozov memorial house.

The uniqueness of the museum lies in its collection - objects, most of which cannot be found in everyday life. There are national costumes of the Zyryans, shamanic attributes (including tambourines), antique fur items, rare publications and icons. Collectors may be interested in collections of glass and porcelain objects, ancient coins, objects made of non-ferrous metals, etc. In addition, the museum has a cinema hall where you can watch films and materials that are independent exhibits.

Information for tourists:

• address: Kommunisticheskaya street, 2;
• official website: http://museumkomi.ru;
• Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday (10:00 to 17:00);
• entrance fee: up to 80 rubles.

This museum is worth a visit to get acquainted with the Komi people, their customs, history and way of life

Sculpture Garden

The sculpture garden in Syktyvkar is an open-air exhibition of works of monumental art. The garden has existed since 2000 and belongs to the Republican Art Gallery. Sculpture symposia were held to popularize the object (2002–2012). Now the collection of the sculpture garden includes 30 objects, on which modern sculptors from Russia and abroad worked.

Previously, on the site of this object there was a square of the Theological School, but in 1991 it was decided to restore the object for an open exhibition of the gallery’s sculptures. It is important that all plantings (more than 140 trees) were preserved.

Information for tourists:

• address: Kirova street, 44 (entrance is the art gallery gate);
• exact coordinates: 61°40’08″N 50°50’34″E;
• It’s convenient to get there by buses No. 1, 3, 5, 20, 23, 29, 46 (stop “National Museum”);
• the garden is open to the public during gallery opening hours;
• the entrance is free.

It’s nice to stroll along the alleys of the garden, as they are almost always deserted, you can take interesting photographs and enjoy the view of plants and trees

Natural attractions

Some tourists come to Komi for the picturesque northern landscapes. There are taiga forests and cold rivers. Syktyvkar itself is considered a green city, since the volume of plantings exceeds the standards by 1.5 times. Within the city there are 2 popular parks: Michurinsky and Kirovsky.

Michurinsky Park

Michurinsky Park was founded in 1890. There was a free area near the Theological School that was suitable for this project. However, apart from students, few people walked in the park. For many years the object was abandoned. In 1911, theatergoers proposed organizing an open stage in the park, but due to lack of money the idea did not come to fruition. New story The park began in 1932, when Syktyvkar became the capital. Trees were planted here, attractions were installed and the area was improved. Now you can come to Michurinsky Park with the whole family.

My former classmate Alexandra is from Syktyvkar. She said that local residents do not know much about the history of this place. It is known that at the time of its founding there were few places for cultural recreation, and Ust-Sysolsk was a small town in which one could simply dream of a public park. The idea of ​​creating it arose just at the time when the fashion for French and English parks appeared in the country. The paths were to connect in a beautiful web, and in the center of it there was to be a beautiful white gazebo. The garden was created and planted with linden and poplar trees, but the Syktyvkar residents ignored the innovation. Sasha believes that this happened due to the location of the park. Then it was the outskirts of a provincial town.

Information for tourists:

• the park is located near the art gallery;
• You can get there by buses No. 4 and 15 (stop “Peduchilishte”);
• exact coordinates: 61.659234°, 50.818152°;
• you can visit the park at any time, and the operating hours of the attractions depend on the day of the week and time of year;
• cost of visiting attractions - from 60 rubles.

Michurinsky Park was once an abandoned urban area, but now it is a popular amusement park

Kirovsky Park

The park named after S. M. Kirov was founded in the 19th century. At first it was a small garden, which later grew and began to be popular. They started to hold here various exhibitions and concerts. Before the formation of the park, there was a market square here, and the Trinity Cathedral stood nearby. At the beginning of the 20th century, the temple was destroyed, and a park stadium was built on the site of the square. Now the park has children's playgrounds, attractions and many art objects. Tourists especially like the “Heart” sculpture, on which for some reason it is customary to write their names. There are also many sports facilities: exercise equipment, a tennis court, a volleyball field, etc.

Another attraction of the park is the Berendey Tower. Previously, a merchant lived in this house, so there is an urban legend associated with this place. Local residents believe that merchant treasures are hidden under the cedar tree cut down near the house. This mansion now houses a children's cafe.

Information for tourists:

• address: Kirova Street, 21 (you can get there by buses No. 3, 12, 23, 25, 46 and 174, stop “National Museum”);
• exact coordinates: 61°40’19″N 50°50’36″E;
• official website: http://parkkirova.ru;
• You can visit the park 24 hours a day; the operating hours of the attractions depend on the day of the week and time of year;
• cost of visiting attractions: up to 150 rubles.

Kirovsky Park is the most popular among citizens

Weathering pillars (Manpupuner)-these are natural stone pillars in the Troitsko-Pechora region. They got their name thanks to the mountain Man-Pupu-ner on which they stand. The pillars have other names: Mansi blockheads, Bolvano-iz (“Mountain of Idols”), etc. There are 7 of these blocks in total, and they are a cult place of the Mansi people. The height of the remains is up to 42 meters. The complex of pillars is considered one of the 7 wonders of the world.

Many legends are associated with this mountain. Some Mansi believe that these are fossilized figures of giants. But official version archaeologists say that 200 million years ago there were rocky mountains here. Winds, rains, winter cold and summer heat did their job - weak rocks collapsed and turned into sand. And the remains are layers of surviving sericite-quartzite schists.

Information for tourists:

• Weathering pillars are located on the territory of the Pechora-Ilychsky Nature Reserve (in the interfluve of the Ilych and Pechora rivers);
• exact coordinates: 62°15′28″N 59°17′53″E;
• You can visit the attraction at any time;
• There is no need to pay for the inspection.

In past times, the Mansi deified grandiose stone sculptures and worshiped them, but climbing Manpupuner was the greatest sin

What time of year is best to come?

Syktyvkar has a temperate continental climate. There are warm but short summers and long, cold winters. Sometimes frosts occur even in late spring or summer. Tourists prefer to come to Syktyvkar in the summer. There are travelers who are ready to go to Komi in winter, because the sights are beautiful and interesting all year round.

Entertainment for children

Tourists with children should first visit the city parks and sculpture garden; museums can also interest the young traveler. Syktyvkar also has special entertainment for children, such as a zoo.

Syktyvkar Zoo

The main zoo of the republic was opened in 2002, although its history began in 1947. The zoo is part of the ecological and biological center, better known as the “Station of Young People”. The first inhabitants (bees) appeared here under F.A. Girko, the head of the zoological circle of young people. Now there are about 300 animals in the zoo: chinchillas, llamas, hamadryas, foxes, ponies, raccoons, degus, Persian gerbils, etc.

Information for tourists:

• address: Pechorskaya street, 30;
• exact coordinates: N61.6875410 E50.8122080;
• official website: http://ecocenter.rkomi.ru;
• Opening hours: daily, except Tuesday (from 10:00 to 17:00);
• entrance fee: from 70 rubles (children under 3 years old - free).

Video: Zoo in Syktyvkar

How long does it take to look around the city?

You can explore the interesting places of the Komi capital in 1–2 days (more time will be required in the cold season). If you travel to out-of-town attractions, additional time may be required. If you didn't finish it in 1 day, you will need a place to stay for the night. There are many hotels of different star levels in Syktyvkar. Here are some options:

• hotel "Builder";
• three-star hotel "Avalon";
• three-star hotel "Kutuzov";
• mini-hotel "StandArt";
• Pullman Hostel.

What else to see

If you have time, visit a few more interesting places - unusual objects, loved by tourists and locals.

The monument to the Russian ruble was opened in 2015. The initiative to create an unusual monument belonged to the National Bank of the Republic. The sculpture was created to attract attention to the national currency.

Information for tourists:

• address: Lenin Street (next to the National Bank building);
• exact coordinates: 61°40’10″N 50°50’10″E;
• You can explore the attraction at any time.

Sometimes you can see flowers near the monument, which indicates the attitude of the locals towards this monument

The “Metro” art object is a sound installation in the arch of an ordinary residential building.“Metro” was installed in 2013, disguising several speakers in the walls of the arch. Every 15 minutes, the sounds of the subway are broadcast: passing cars, the voice of the dispatcher, the clicking of heels, the voice of a beggar and music. The creators of the art object are the creative team “Akt”. Representatives of the creative team call their creation the future tourist spot of the city, where anyone can merge with underground life. However, some local residents consider the updated arch a sad symbol of the fact that there will most likely never be a metro in Syktyvkar.

Information for tourists:

• address: Lenin street, 89;
• exact coordinates: N61.66487 E50.84261;
• installation opening hours: from 9:00 to 19:00;
• You can come to Metro at any time.

Finding yourself in an arch with an art object, you can seriously think that you are in the subway, it has become so atmospheric, something that was never before remarkable place

The art object “Sign in Syktyvkar, next to which everyone takes pictures” was installed in 2012. In the city center, at the intersection of International and Kommunisticheskaya streets, it attracts not only tourists, but also local residents. Outwardly, this object resembles an ordinary one road sign, it hangs at a height of 2 meters. The sign was made in the creative workshop of A. Lebedev and installed by P. Safronov.

A journalist and photographer I know, Oleg, told me that in 2012, the installation of such signs was an all-Russian action. The flash mob was actively supported by journalists from different regions. Thus, a symbolic object appeared in Volgograd, Khabarovsk, Moscow, Perm, Tyumen and other cities. He also said that parts of some signs were manufactured abroad and installed locally. True, some signs had to be removed after a couple of years, since increased attention to metal art objects led to its unusability.

The art object fulfills its function 100%: not only city guests, but also local residents willingly take pictures with it

A few tips to help you spend your holiday comfortably and interestingly:

Syktyvkar is a city in the Northwestern part of Russia, the capital and administrative center of the Komi Republic. Syktyvkar is quiet and calm, but at the same time luxurious and modern city, where you can find many interesting and curious places, as well as historical and cultural monuments.

What to see in Syktyvkar on your own?

Beautiful places and main attractions of the city and its surroundings: photos with descriptions, tips on where to go, where to go by car, what to see in one day.

St. Stephen's Cathedral

The Orthodox “pearl” of the city of Syktyvkar is St. Stephen’s Cathedral(in English: Holy Cathedral Stefanovsky). It was founded in 1852 under the patronage of Nicholas I and consecrated in honor of Bishop Stefan of Perm. The temple was erected in the very center of the city, its height was about 35 meters. The cathedral was crowned with 5 domes of various sizes.

During the Soviet era, the temple was closed, and in 1932 it was completely dismantled for the economic needs of the city. At the end of the 20th century, a decision was made to restore the cathedral, and its construction was completed in 2001. The white stone temple was built in Russian architectural style. Its façade is decorated with golden domes and crosses.

The height of the modern building is 64 meters. Currently, the cathedral is in operation, and a project for the construction of a separate bell tower is being developed.

• Address: st. Svobody, 60, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Sun 7:00-19:00

State Opera and Ballet Theater of the Komi Republic

The State Opera and Ballet Theater of the Komi Republic is of great interest among residents and guests of the city. It was opened in 1958, and P. I. Tchaikovsky’s play “Eugene Onegin” was chosen for its first performance. In the early years, a troupe of talented actors was formed, who, thanks to their creative approach, gradually became one of the most professional.

Currently, their performances include famous operas and operettas. The troupe actively tours different cities Russia. World-class ballet stars regularly perform on the theater stage, as well as performances by domestic and foreign performers. Little spectators are not forgotten here either. Each theater season surprises with new productions for children and adults.

• Address: st. Kommunisticheskaya, 32, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Tue - Sun 11:00-18:00

Fire Tower

One of the calling cards of the city is the fire tower (in English: Pozharnaya Kalancha). It was built in 1907 according to the design of the talented architect I.I. Pavlova.

The building is made in the form of a rectangle, its central part is crowned with a stone tower. In addition, there were premises for firefighters and a stable. The snow-white facade is decorated with brown decorative elements. The fire tower ends with a hipped roof, on which you can see a weather vane in the shape of a rooster.

In addition, one of the main details of the facade is the chimes, which strike twice a day. Currently, the building houses an active fire department and a fire museum, where you can learn a lot of interesting things about the history of its creation and development.

• Address: st. Sovetskaya, 9, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

Chapel of the New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia

Not far from the city airport there is a small chapel in honor of the New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia. It was built in 2000 in memory of the numerous victims of political repression in Russia.

The chapel is a small white building, crowned with a golden dome with a cross. The walls on the outside are covered with scenes of everyday work, the arrest and execution of repressed people. In addition, here you can read the names of all settlements Komi Republic, which housed camps for political prisoners.

The interior decoration of the chapel is represented by icons and a small bell for alarm. Due to the fact that the building is located in a small park, it harmonizes perfectly with the urban landscape. In the evening, the chapel is illuminated by surrounding lanterns, which gives it a magnificent appearance.

• Address: Kirova st./ st. Domna Kalikova, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

State Academic Drama Theater named after. V.A. Savina

The oldest theater in the entire territory of the Komi Republic is the State Academic Drama Theater named after. V.A. Savin (in English: V. Savin State Academical Drama Theatre). It was opened in 1930 thanks to Victor Savin.

It was under his leadership that the first troupe of amateur actors was organized. After some time, its composition was replenished with professional actors, as well as graduates of many theater universities in the country.

In 1978, the theater was named after its first director. Currently it is one of the leading theaters in the city and region. Performances are held here in two languages, traditional classical works are replaced by modern productions. Among the most beloved performances by the audience are performances based on the works of W. Shakespeare, G. Lorne, E. Rostand and many others.

• Address: st. Pervomaiskaya, 56, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

Monument to I.A. Kuratova

On a small city square in front of the Opera and Ballet Theater there is a monument to I. A. Kuratov (in English: Monument to Kuratov). It was installed in 1977 in honor of the famous Komi writer. His work is distinguished by a wide variety of genres. Among his works are fables, poems, parables, parodies, love lyrics and much more.

In addition, Ivan Alekseevich translated works of Russian and foreign geniuses of poetry into the Komi-Zyryan language. He wrote many linguistic studies of this dialect and described its features. The architect V.E. worked on the creation of the monument. Edelgaus and sculptor V. N. Mamchenko.

The monument is a figure of Kuratov, made of bronze. He leans casually on a tree behind him. Even now, city residents respect Ivan Alekseevich’s valuable contribution to the study and development of the Komi language. Creative readings based on his works are held here every year.

Museum of Olympic champion Raisa Smetanina

As a sign of respect for the merits of the famous skier Raisa Smetanina, a museum dedicated to the Olympic champion (in English: Raisa Smetanina Olympic Champion's Museum) was opened in 1997. This athlete participated in the Olympics more than once and brought home medals of the highest dignity.

Smetanina has a large collection of various awards and titles. On the ground floor of the house where the skier lives, a small exhibition hall was created. The museum's collection includes prizes, medals, photographs and other personal belongings of the athlete.

In 2008, the exhibition expanded. Halls dedicated to the history of the development of skiing in the second half of the 20th century appeared. In addition, personal belongings and documents of other famous skiers of the Komi Republic took a separate place.

• Address: Tentyukovskaya st., 301, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9:00-17:30

House-Museum of I.P. Morozova

One of the most interesting sights of Syktyvkar is the house-museum of I.P. Morozov (in English I. Morozov's House Museum). It was opened in 2004 in honor of the local statesman Ivan Pavlovich Morozov. He was the leader of the Komi Republic for more than 20 years.

The museum is a wooden hut in which the atmosphere of the 20th century has been recreated. The exhibition includes original photographs and documents of Morozov. In the first room you can get acquainted with the life of the family, and in the second - with the social and political activities of Ivan Pavlovich.

The museum regularly hosts temporary exhibitions dedicated to outstanding people Soviet era. Frequent visitors to Morozov's house are local schoolchildren, who learn about the life and work of people of the 20th century.

• Address: st. Kirova, 32, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Tue - Sun 10:00-17:00

Literary and Theater Museum named after. N.M.Dyakonova

In memory of the famous director, talented actor, playwright N. M. Diakonov, a literary and theater museum named after him was opened in 1989 (in English: Diakonov Museum of Literature and Theater). Thanks to this man, the repertoire of Komi creativity has expanded significantly.

The museum consists of two main exhibitions: in the first you can get acquainted with the history of the founding and development of theaters on the territory of the Komi Republic, in the second - with the life and work of the actor himself. In addition, temporary exhibitions dedicated to theater and art are regularly held here.

The hall on the first floor attracts special attention. There is an exhibition here that tells about the life and home interior of the houses of city residents in the 19th and 20th centuries. In 2002, a workshop for processing birch bark was opened on the basis of the museum, in which children and adults work.

• Address: st. Mayakovskogo, 3, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9:00-17:00, Sat - Sun 10:00-17:00
• Price entrance ticket: 50 rubles

House of merchant V.P. Oplesnina

One of the oldest buildings in the city is the house of the merchant V.P. Oplesnin. He was the son of a peasant who continued his father's small trading business and eventually became a very successful entrepreneur.

The house was built in 1891 after he opened his own store and lumber mill. There was a store on the ground floor, and living quarters on the second. At the beginning of the 20th century, a merchant built a mill and opened a tannery. His business flourished, but after the revolution, all of Oplesnin’s property was municipalized. The production became the property of the city, and a canteen for workers was opened in his house.

Throughout the 20th century, the purpose of this house constantly changed. Currently, the building houses a small educational center and the FSB Directorate.

• Address: st. Sovetskaya, 5, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

National Gallery of the Komi Republic

One of the richest in the country and the only one in the Komi Republic is National Library(in English National Gallery of The Komi Republic). It consists of several large sections, which include works of art from the 17th century to the present day.

Now the gallery's collection numbers more than 7 thousand items. The first exhibition was based on the collection of ethnographer Yu. V. Gagarin, who collected wood and metal products, in addition to many icons. The gallery houses paintings by famous artists, works of sculptors and masters of applied art.

Here you can see the creations of painters from Germany, America, France and other countries. In addition to works of art, the gallery has a unique library containing about 8 thousand books.

• Address: st. Kirova, 44, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Tue - Wed 10:00-18:00, Thu 10:00-20:00, Fri - Sun 10:00-18:00
• Entrance ticket cost: 150 rubles

Monument to M.S. Babushkina

The oldest monument in Syktyvkar is the monument to M.S. Babushkina. It was installed in 1940 on the street of the same name in honor of the Soviet pilot who repeatedly participated in expeditions to the North Pole.

The monument is made of bronze and is a bust of Mikhail Sergeevich. It was originally located at the main entrance to the city park, but in 1972 it was moved to a small square in the city center. The talented sculptor N. E. Sarkisov worked on the creation of the monument.

In its original form, the bust was installed on a high pedestal consisting of several steps. A memorial inscription was engraved on it. After the monument was dismantled, the pedestal had to be significantly reduced due to the small size of the park.

Derbenev Trading House

One of the branches of the National Museum of the Komi Republic is the Derbenev trading house. At the end of the 19th century, trade was actively developing in the city, so visiting merchants needed premises to store their goods. The Derbenev house was no exception.

It is a small one-story building. The interior of the house is divided into three large halls, in which icons, furniture, manufactured goods and much more were stored. The central part of the building was built a little later at the beginning of the 20th century and consisted of two floors.

During Soviet times, the house was nationalized and became the property of the city. Its premises first housed a library and a cinema, then a printing house, a department store and much more. In the 1990s, large-scale work began on the reconstruction of the trading house. In 2005, it opened its doors to visitors.

• Address: st. Kommunisticheskaya, 2, 20, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

National Museum of the Komi Republic

In the very center of the city is National Museum Komi Republic (in English: National Museum of The Komi Republic). It contains a large collection of items that allow you to learn a lot about the traditions of local residents and the culture of the region.

The museum was opened in 1911. All finds from archaeological excavations on the territory of the Republic were stored in it. The museum's exhibition is very diverse. Here you can see glass and porcelain objects, national costumes, icons, paintings, old photographs and much more.

In addition to replenishing the collection, employees are engaged in scientific activity, conduct seminars. Designed especially for schoolchildren interesting excursions and creative Olympiads. A large exhibition is dedicated to the history of the emergence of the Komi-Zyryans. This nation appeared in the 18th century and attracts the attention of many scientists and ethnologists.

• Address: st. Lenina, 57, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Entrance ticket cost: 80 rubles

Metochion of the Trinity Stefano-Ulyanovsk Monastery

An architectural monument of the 19th century is the courtyard of the Trinity Stefano-Ulyanovsk Monastery. The building was built in 1889. In the 14th century, a monastery appeared on the territory of the Komi Republic, and in 1866, the widow of the merchant Sidorov gave him ownership of a two-story log house.

In 1889, instead of a wooden building, a stone one was erected. The house was built specifically for the monks and pilgrims who came to the city. During the years of Soviet power, the building was nationalized and became the property of the state. Its premises were used as a theater and then a choreography school.

In 2000, the compound was returned to the ownership of the Russian Orthodox Church. In 2008, a major reconstruction was carried out here, funds for which were allocated by local authorities. Now the building, as before, houses the courtyard of the Trinity Stefano-Ulyanovsk Monastery.

• Address: st. Babushkina, 20, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

National Music and Drama Theater of the Komi Republic

In the city of Syktyvkar there is a professional theater in which all performances are shown in the language of the Komi people. The National Musical and Drama Theater of The Komi Republic was opened in 1992 in order to preserve the uniqueness and self-sufficiency of this people.

Its repertoire is very diverse, despite the limited choice of writers and poets. Here you can watch a comedy, a children's fairy tale, a fantasy action film, a melodrama and a mystical tale. In 2010, a children's play was shown in the Komi language for the first time.

The troupe actively tours not only throughout the Komi Republic, but also to remote corners of the country. This unique theater helps local residents preserve the language of their ancestors, pass it on to the younger generation and introduce it to city guests.

• Address: st. Babushkina, 4, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Sat 12:00-18:00
• Entrance ticket cost: 150-450 rubles

The building of the district zemstvo hospital

One of the most interesting buildings in the city is the building of the county district hospital (in English: The Building Of The County District Hospital). It was built in 1908-1916 due to the fact that the existing medical facility could not fully provide the necessary care to the entire population of the city.

The builder E. G. Sorokin worked on the creation of the project. A surgical block with an operating room and an outpatient clinic were planned in the new building. Initially, only emergency care was provided here without inpatient treatment. Only in 1922 a hospital with 40 beds was opened in the building.

Treatment was provided here in 4 medical areas: gynecology, surgery, therapy and neurology. In 1938, a city maternity hospital was located in one of the premises. In the mid-20th century, the second floor of the hospital was built, significantly increasing its area. In 1998, the hospital was closed and the building was transferred to the medical academy. Now it is an architectural monument of the 20th century.

• Address: st. Babushkina, 11, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

Exhibition hall of the Ezhvin School of Art

Very popular among local residents showroom Ezhvinskaya School of Art (in English: Exhibition Hall of the Ezhvinskaya Children's Art School). Various exhibitions and master classes are held here every year.

Much attention is paid to schoolchildren. Educational Olympiads and quizzes are held for them. Emerging artists present their first works. Visitors have the opportunity to be the first to appreciate the skills of the school's students.

The hall often hosts exhibitions dedicated to famous Russian cartoons. I tell the children about how they are created now. Each visitor can try to draw his favorite character. In addition, master classes on birch bark processing are held in the hall. They are conducted by the talented master V. A. Frolov.

• Address: st. Mira, 11a, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Sat 9:00-17:00

Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God

The most visited temple in the city is the Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God. It was founded in 1861 on the site of a small chapel. In 1901 there was a fire, as a result of which the temple had to be restored.

During the Soviet era, the church and parishioners were persecuted. The building was transferred to the ownership of the state, and a reading room was located in its premises. In 1945, at the urgent request of believers, the church was reopened. The main shrine of the temple is the image of the Kazan Mother of God. The icon survived the great fire and was recognized as miraculous. He comes to church to worship her a large number of pilgrims from all over the country.

The temple consists of a main building and an attached bell tower. The light walls are perfectly complemented by the blue roof and domes. There are many trees and lilac bushes around the church. During the flowering period, it gives the temple a magnificent appearance.

• Address: st. Embankment, 10/1, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Sun 9:00-18:00

Zoological Educational Museum

A zoological educational museum (in English: Zoological Educational Museum) was opened on the basis of Syktyvkar University. Thanks to the department's teachers and enthusiastic students, the first exhibits for the future museum were collected during educational practices. It opened its doors to schoolchildren and students of other educational institutions in 1987.

University teachers conduct exciting excursions for visitors. They talk about different types of animals and birds, their characteristics and habitat. The collection is regularly updated with new exhibits thanks to students of the Faculty of Zoology. Everyone can get acquainted with the fauna of the region, examine stuffed animals and listen to fascinating information.

• Address: st. Petrozavodskaya, 12, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9:00-16:00

Memorial "Eternal Glory"

In memory of all residents of Syktyvkar who died during the Great Patriotic War the memorial “Eternal Glory” was built. It is located in the central part of the city on the territory of the Alley of Heroes square.

The monument is made of bronze. Several talented sculptors and architects worked on its creation. The place for the construction of the memorial was not chosen by chance. During the war, there was a one-story wooden building here, from which soldiers went to the front. On a small dais there is a bronze bowl with an “eternal flame”.

The sculptural composition consists of three female figures: the first symbolizes wives, the second - daughters, the third - mothers. In the hands of the central figure you can see a cedar branch with ribbons. Behind the sculptures there is a memorial stele on which you can read the names of all the townspeople who died in the war.

• Address: st. Communist, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

Komi Republican Philharmonic

Fans of pop performances should visit the Komi Republican Philharmonic Society. It was opened in 1940. Its first composition consisted of 118 participants. It included a song and dance group, circus and concert teams, and a symphony orchestra.

Since their appearance, they regularly went on tour throughout the Republic. For a long time, the group did not have its own concert venue for performances. In 1975, a new Philharmonic building was built. Currently it is one of the leading ones in the country. It brings together talented participants who are repeated winners of many Russian and foreign awards.

Almost all major concerts and festivals take place at the Philharmonic. In addition, concerts of leading pop and show business performers are held here every year.

• Address: st. Lenina, 61, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Fri 11:00-18:00, Sat 12:00-18:00
• Entrance ticket cost: from 100 rubles

Sculpture “Dawn over Chukotka”

In front of the central entrance to the airport terminal in the city of Syktyvkar, on a magnificent flowerbed, there is a sculpture “Sculpture Sunrise Over Chukotka”. It is made of forged copper.

Famous Leningrad sculptors worked on the creation of the monument. The monument represents the figure of a reindeer herder who mentally strives to fly into the sky. The young man spreads his arms wide apart, his gaze fixed on a flying flock of birds. It’s as if he’s trying to fly with them into the heavens.

The monument is the calling card of the city. It symbolizes the will and desire of the residents of the entire Komi Republic to achieve new uncharted heights. The sculpture reflects the very essence of the North, which was repeatedly conquered by local sailors and pilots.

Scientific Geological Museum named after. A.A.Chernov Institute of Geology Komi Scientific Center Ural Branch RAS

One of the most interesting places in the city is the Scientific Geological Museum named after. A.A. Chernov Institute of Geology of the Komi Scientific Center of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. It is named after the man who discovered the Pechora pool. This is where coal is mined. Almost all the items in the collection were carefully collected by employees of the Institute of Geology for decades.

The museum was opened in 1968. Its exposition consists of samples of minerals, ores of non-ferrous and ferrous metals, fossil remains of flora and fauna. The main feature of the collection is that all the items were found on the territory of the Republic. The exhibition is divided into 7 thematic parts.

Each visitor can immerse himself in amazing world minerals, see with your own eyes the finds that were hidden in the depths of the earth.

• Address: st. Pervomayskaya 54, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9:00-17:00
• Entrance ticket cost: 100 rubles

Monument to an electrician

On one of the city streets there is a monument to an electrician (in English: Monument to the Electrician). It was opened in 2014 in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Komienergo establishment.

The sculpture is one of ten art objects installed in Syktyvkar with the support of local authorities. Professor and People's Artist of Russia A. G. Dema worked on the creation of the monument. The sculpture consists of a seated figure of an assembler. Next to him are work gloves and a helmet, as well as a wonderful rose.

A simple worker is wearing an ordinary T-shirt, because he was depicted at the moment of rest after a hard day of work. He is waiting for his beloved woman, because it was for her that he picked the flower. The monument is made of bronze. Its height reaches 2.4 meters and its length is almost 5 meters. After installation, the sculpture became one of the most beloved in the city.

• Address: st. Internationalnaya, 94, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

Museum of Archeology and Ethnography

A Museum of Archeology and Ethnography (in English: Museum of Archeology and Ethnography) was created on the basis of Syktyvkar State University. The first exhibition of objects found during excavations on the territory of the Republic was presented in 1973. After 5 years, it received permanent status; all exhibits were arranged in chronological order.

The museum itself appeared only in 1982. Its main feature is neutral colors in interior design. They were inherent in the Komi-Zyryan people, to whom the exhibition is dedicated. All items tell about the traditions, life, and work activities of this people. In addition, a large section is devoted to the process of adaptation and adaptation to the harsh conditions of the North.

Every visitor can take a “journey” to the Mesolithic era or view exhibits from the Middle Ages.

• Address: Kataeva st., 9, office 216, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9:00-17:00

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

One of the churches of Evangelical Christian Baptists is the Church of Christ the Savior (in English: Church of Our Saviour). It was founded in 1943, but modern building was only built in 1995. After its construction, it became one of the symbols of the city.

The temple is built of red brick, its facade is decorated with a large number of decorative elements. Many windows make the interior spacious and very bright. The bell tower rises majestically above the main dome.

Work is currently underway to improve the surrounding area. The church has a library and Sunday school. In addition, parishioners can enjoy the singing of a children's choir. Temple servants help the homeless, drug addicts and people with alcohol addiction.

• Address: Oktyabrsky Prospekt, 35, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

Museum of the History of Education of the Komi Region

All cultural values ​​of the Komi people are stored in the Museum of History of Education of Komi Krai. It was founded in 1982, and its exposition fit on an area of ​​15 square meters.

Currently, the museum occupies a two-story extension to Syktyvkar University. His total area is about 4 thousand square meters. Except permanent exhibition The museum regularly hosts temporary exhibitions. Now this is one of the most visited places in the city.

The main attraction of the museum is the hall of gems. In it you can consider minerals, precious and semi-precious stones that are mined in Komi. The museum's collection contains historical documents about famous geologists of the Republic.

In addition to exhibition activities, the museum performs an educational function. It hosts creative meetings and presentations.

• Address: Oktyabrsky Prospekt, 55, room 117, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia
• Opening hours: Mon - Fri 10:00-16:00

Monument to the letter ö

On one of the city streets you can see an unusual art object - a monument to the letter ö (in English: Monument to the Letter O). It was taken from the alphabet of the indigenous Komi people, and over time the letter is used less and less.

The monument weighs almost 2 tons and reaches a height of 1 meter. The writing system of the indigenous people of the North, the Zyryans, was introduced by Stefan of Perm. The letter ö appeared in the alphabet only in the 18th century. The talented master A. Vyborov worked on the creation of the sculpture.

The monument was erected in 2011 near the Komi culture center. Gradually, the 18th letter of the alphabet disappears from the grammar. Local residents wanted to preserve the legacy of previous generations who introduced this writing. The sculpture connects several generations who speak and write in the Komi language - Zyryan.

• Address: st. Babushkina, 31, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

Monument "Merchant's Chest"

Another amazing city monument is the Merchant Chest Monument. It is installed in a small area. According to the author Igor Andriyanov, the monument pays tribute to the memory of all the merchants thanks to whom this city appeared. It was they who founded a settlement here, which turned into a large metropolis.

There are benches for rest and information stands around the monument. In them you can read about the history of the formation and development of Syktyvkar. According to the tradition of local residents, you need to throw a coin into the chest and make a wish; if you wish very strongly, it will definitely come true.

Tourists always leave small money here in order to return to this place again. amazing city with such a stern character.

• Address: st. Sovetskaya, Syktyvkar, Komi Republic, Russia

The Russian city of Syktyvkar is the administrative center and capital of the Komi Republic. It is located on the left bank of the Sysola River, in the area where it flows...

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The Russian city of Syktyvkar is the administrative center and capital of the Komi Republic. It is located on the left bank of the Sysola River, in the area where it flows into the Vychegda River. We invite you to get acquainted with the sights and interesting places of this city.

Some historical facts

Syktyvkar, which formerly bore the name Ust-Sysola, was first mentioned in chronicles of the 16th century. By decree of Catherine the Great (1780), the settlement with a population of 1,727 people was given the status county town. By the beginning of the 19th century it became large shopping center Russian North.

After the revolution (1917), industrial development began in Syktyvkar and its environs, and educational and cultural institutions appeared. In 1936, the city became the capital of the Komi Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic. Today it is home to 250 thousand people.

Sights of Syktyvkar: photos with descriptions

We begin to get acquainted with any city by examining its architectural, historical and cultural monuments, which most clearly illustrate its history, traditions and culture of the local population. We will present sights, monuments of Syktyvkar, names with pictures to your attention in this review.

Monument to Labor Glory

This monument can be called the calling card of the city. The stele is installed in the center of the transport ring at the intersection of Oktyabrsky Prospekt and Kommunisticheskaya Street. The monument was inaugurated in 1977. The composition consists of three steles, which are stylized as banners and in the upper third are connected by metal plates, on which are depicted images of the Orders of Friendship of Peoples, the October Revolution, and Lenin. The Komi Republic received these awards for its outstanding contribution to ensuring the economic power of the Soviet Union.

The height of the monument is 22 meters. Thanks to the lining with titanium plates, it looks very impressive.

Memorial "Eternal Glory"

City residents are confident that they will see the Syktyvkar landmark, opened in honor of the 35th anniversary Great Victory, it is necessary. During the war with Nazi Germany, almost 14 thousand residents of the city went to the front, where, not sparing their lives, they fought the enemy, defending their homeland. Many of them were not destined to return from the battlefields. So that the memory of the heroes lives in the hearts of future generations, a memorial was built.

The sculptural composition consists of three bronze figures depicting the mother, daughter and wife of a soldier holding in their hands a cedar branch entwined with a St. George ribbon. The Eternal Flame burns in front of them. Behind the sculptures there is a stele with the names of the townspeople who heroically died for the Fatherland.

Religious buildings

People of different nationalities and religions live in Syktyvkar. Representatives of almost all faiths can perform religious rites in their temples.

St. Stephen's Cathedral

The cathedral, which was consecrated in honor of St. Stephen of Perm in 1896, was considered the main Orthodox church of the city before the October Revolution. During the Soviet period of the city's history, it was closed and the building was dismantled. At the beginning of the 21st century, following numerous requests from parishioners, the city authorities decided to restore the temple.

The construction of the cathedral was completed on the 600th anniversary of the death of St. Stefan. The main dome of the white stone cathedral rises 64 meters. The temple is made in best traditions ancient Russian religious architecture and is very similar in appearance to the temples of Vologda and Vladimir. This majestic building is undoubtedly one of the main attractions of Syktyvkar.

Kazan Church

This small temple, located in the suburbs of Syktyvkar, is especially loved by parishioners. In 1901 it was consecrated in honor of the icon of the Mother of God of Kazan. It must be said that it was a miracle that this image survived the fire. The building of this landmark of Syktyvkar (we posted the photo below) is painted soft blue. Above the building rises a blue dome, which is painted with gilded stars. The building looks festive and light.

Thousands of pilgrims come here to pray at the miraculous image. In front of the church, a small chapel with a worship cross was built, which was installed in memory of the clergy who suffered martyrdom during the persecution.

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

Quite a lot of Baptist Christians have lived in Syktyvkar at all times. For a long time, they performed their religious rites in a small mansion, which was purchased with community funds and converted into a house of worship. At the very end of the last century, the city authorities issued permission to build a new temple, which was consecrated in 1995.

The cathedral building is one of the architectural landmarks of the city of Syktyvkar. The eclectic exterior of the building harmoniously combines elements of Gothic, Byzantine and Old Russian style.

Monument to I. Kuratov

The famous writer and philologist I. A. Kuratov, who lived in the 19th century, is one of the founders of national literature. His memory was immortalized in 1977. A new monument was unveiled in a solemn ceremony on the square in front of the Opera House. The bronze figure of Ivan Alekseevich, who is depicted in moments of inspiration, is located on a massive concrete pedestal. As if pondering one of the stanzas of his new work, Kuratov is thoughtful and focused.

Sculpture “Dawn over Chukotka”

This is one of the first attractions of Syktyvkar, which tourists coming to the city see when leaving the airport terminal building. This is a bright and expressive monument, which is now called “Young Man with a Bird”. True, according to the townspeople, the old name suits it much more.

The figure of a young reindeer herder, who spreads his arms and dreams of taking off, joining a flock of birds soaring in the sky, symbolizes the desire of the Komi people to reach new heights.

Fire Tower

Most buildings in the 19th century in Syktyvkar were built of wood, so frequent fires caused enormous damage to the city. Brave firefighters stood up to the elements. It was for them that in 1901 a building was built with high tower. Almost the entire city was clearly visible from it. The building immediately became an architectural landmark of Syktyvkar, a description of which can be found in the city guide.

The building is distinguished by its original decor. On the front side of the two-story building there are five arched gates from which horse-drawn carriages of firefighters drove out. The octagonal tower, which is crowned with a hipped dome with a weather vane, gives the structure a resemblance to a castle.

Republican Library building

The largest library in the Komi Republic is located in a building that is rightfully considered an architectural landmark of Syktyvkar. The magnificent mansion is more reminiscent luxurious palace. A wide stone staircase leads to its entrance. The portico, removed from the main volume, is supported by six columns with luxurious capitals. The facade is given a special flavor by arcature belts decorated with geometric patterns. The building, built in 1957, looks amazing.

Museums and theaters

Syktyvkar will not disappoint travelers who are counting on an interesting cultural and educational program during their trip. There is a lot to see in this city.

National Gallery of Art

The art museum, the only one in the republic, was founded in 1943. It houses a collection of works of art with more than 9 thousand exhibits. Sculptures, paintings, graphic works, and works by masters of arts and crafts, which were created in the period from the 16th to the 21st centuries, are presented here.

For connoisseurs of avant-garde art, the collection of works by V. Roskin, G. Lazarev, and K. Medunetsky is of particular interest. The exhibition of ancient icons is extremely popular.

Museum of the Komi Republic

We recommend that you visit the National Republican Museum, which began its work in 1911. Its exhibitions tell about unique natural beauty Komi, traditions, way of life of the peoples inhabiting it, about the customs of the Komi-Zyryans, the history of the region.

The exhibitions, decorated very colorfully, are arranged in chronological order, starting with the Bronze Age. In the halls of the museum you can see reconstructions of towns and villages, prehistoric camps. The exhibits include archaeological artifacts, ancient tools, clothing samples, and religious accessories.

Opera and Ballet Theatre

A cultural landmark of Syktyvkar and the Komi Republic. The theater was opened in the summer of 1958. In the first season the opera “Eugene Onegin” was staged. The theater troupe includes wonderful talented artists and experienced directors who are not afraid of creative experiments.

The repertoire includes, in addition to classical works, productions based on plays by contemporary authors, musicals and operettas. The theater has been hosting participants every year since 1991 International festival“Suktyvkara tulys.”

What to inspect first? Of course, places where the culture of northern peoples has been preserved. The museums have unique exhibits that reflect the spirit of the freedom-loving people.

Ethnographic Museum of the Komi Republic

The museum collections are located in two buildings. Thousands of exhibits will tell about the history, customs, and natural attractions of the northern region.

Household items, national clothing, jewelry, shamanic drums, fur products, and archaeological finds are of interest.

The Department of Ethnography and History is located at: st. Lenina, 57. Department of Nature - st. Communist, 2.

Guests are welcome at the museum from 10:00 to 17:00 daily. There are no visits on Monday.

National Gallery of the Komi Republic

The permanent exhibition is located in the building that housed the theological school at the beginning of the 20th century. More than 700 paintings by local and Russian artists, painted in the 17th–21st centuries, are exhibited in the museum’s halls.

Next to the gallery there is a “sculpture garden”. New works appear in it every year.

Address: st. Kirova, 44. Guests are welcome from 10:00 to 18:00. On Monday the gallery is closed.

The city has preserved buildings built in the 18th–19th centuries. The Sukhanovs' stone house is well preserved. One of the oldest buildings was erected in 1804.

Syktyvkar has its own Paris. This is what local residents call the area where the French who were captured during the Patriotic War of 1812 were kept. A walk through the narrow streets among the buildings of the 19th century will take guests to pre-revolutionary Russia.

Another unique place- Mushroom Lane. It is so tiny that many give it the title of “the narrowest alley in the world.” There is a mushroom lane between two parts of the house on the street. Kuratova, 17.

Idol from Kharasovey

In the regional ethnographic museum, in a Komi hut, there stands an ancient pagan idol, which has survived all the attacks and attempts to destroy it from atheists and Christians. Give him a coin, respect the spirit of the Komi land. Money, many believe, will appease the idol.

Finno-Ugric ethnopark

A cultural and entertainment center recently built in the village of Yb, near Syktyvkar. The complex is gradually expanding. Already now, sporting events, tourist rallies, ethnographic festivals, and international meetings are taking place here.

Except active rest, guests of the ethnopark will be treated to an exhibition of traditional crafts and a tasting of traditional dishes of the Komi people and Finno-Ugric cuisine. For a resident of Rostov-on-Don or Kaluga, Komi-style salmon, venison stew, salted milk mushrooms or Hungarian-style meat with vegetables will be a revelation.

The authorities of Syktyvkar plan to create a large international center culture and tourism. Already, hundreds of guests from different regions of Russia and other countries come here.

St. Stephen's Cathedral

A beautiful building in the city center immediately attracts attention. Sheet copper on the domes, memorable style, scale and strict forms. Inside there is no less rich decoration: gilding, polished granite on the floor, a beautiful iconostasis.

St. Stephen's Cathedral was recently built. The temple was restored in the late 90s of the last century instead of the cathedral destroyed by the Bolsheviks. The first temple adorned the city in the 19th century.

Address: st. Svobody, 60.