Novgorod Kremlin
Veliky Novgorod 
Of course, first of all, attention deserves the Novgorod Kremlin (or, as it is also called, Novgorod Detinets) - the oldest surviving Kremlin in Russia . The time of its construction is dated to the middle of the 11th century
St. Sophia Cathedral in Novgorod
Veliky Novgorod, The Kremlin Territory, 11 
From the very moment of its foundation, 11th century, the Novgorod Cathedral of St. Sophia was and still is one of the symbols of this ancient Russian city. Built in the image and likeness of the St. Sophia Cathedral in Kiev
Vitoslavlitsy
Veliky Novgorod, Yuryevskoye highway, MDZ Vitoslavlitsy 
Vitoslavlitsy - architectural and natural reserve, in which collected various types of preserved wooden churches. Once, in the 12th century, here, on the road between Novgorod and St. George's Monastery, was the village of Vitoslavlitsy. Nearby are Panteleimonov, Blagoveshchensky, Arkazhsky and many other small monasteries
Faceted Chamber
Veliky Novgorod, Kremlin, 14 
Faceted (Vladychna) Chamber is the offspring of Russians and German architects, rebuilt in the early 30s of the 15th century, the only thing left of the residence of the archbishop. Now there are organized expositions of the ancient Russian jewelry skill and arts and crafts.
Derevyanitsky Monastery in Veliky Novgorod
Veliky Novgorod, Derechnytsya Microdistrict, ul. Eastern, 3 
Derevyanitsky Monastery is a unique building for Novgorod, when the vaulted structures of the Resurrection Cathedral erected on the territory of the monastery are based on two pillars. More such construction reception was not used anywhere in the city.
Kremlevsky Park in Veliky Novgorod
Veliky Novgorod, Victory Square-Sofia, 2 
Kremlin Park adjoins Novgorodsky Kremlin and is a multifunctional complex with attractions, a concert ground, a tennis court and a children's cafe, a fountain and a boat rental.
Veliky Novgorod Kremlin Park
Veliky Novgorod, Kremlevsky Park 
Novgorod is one of the most ancient cities on the territory of our country, it was here that the legendary Varangian Rurik arrived with his brothers in the 9th century, and even then there was a city settlement here. Novgorod was built along the two banks of the full-flow Volkhov, which led to its division into two sides.
"Roger" Puppet Theater
Veliky Novgorod, Voskresensky Boulevard, 9. 
Actors of "Christmas" believe that the puppet theater is a great way to not only entertain the kid, but also to teach him to know the world, communicate and develop the creative principle in himself. To work in the theater, the best actors from Veliky Novgorod and Barnaul are invited.
Museum of Fine Arts in Veliky Novgorod
Veliky Novgorod, Sofiyskaya Square, 2 
Museum of Fine Arts is located in the building of the Noble Assembly. The exposition allows to get acquainted with the rich collection of Russian painting of the XVIII - XX centuries
Novgorod Regional Philharmonic
Veliky Novgorod, Territory of the Kremlin, 8 
Novgorod Philharmonic was created under the slogan " We will raise the cultural level of the working people through wide propaganda of Soviet variety art! ". After the collapse of the USSR, pure art came to the place of propaganda.
Novgorod Academic Drama Theater
Veliky Novgorod, ul. Velikaya, 14 
Novgorod Drama Theater is preparing for the 160th season. Yes, in 2003, thanks to archival records, it was possible to find out that at that time it was already the 150th. Rare theater in Russia can boast of such longevity.
Novgorod City Palace of Culture
Veliky Novgorod, ul. Pskov, 1 
The Palace of Culture has been operating in Veliky Novgorod since 1967. He is the main organizer of city holidays, dedicated to the city's birthday, New Year, various calendar dates.
Novgorod State Museum-Reserve
Veliky Novgorod, Territory of the Kremlin, 4 
The main expositions of the Novgorod State Museum-Reserve: "The History of the Novgorod Region", "Old Russian Icon Painting", etc., are located in the building of the Public Offices, dividing the Kremlin into two parts - southern and northern.
Novgorod Theater for Children and Youth "Maly"
Veliky Novgorod, Prospect Mira, 32A 
"Small" - an unusual theater with a 20-year history. He is a member of the International Association of theaters for children and youth and participated in dozens of festivals in Russia and Europe.
Monument to the Millennium of Russia
The territory of the Kremlin, Veliky Novgorod 
Veliky Novgorod is famous not only for its centuries-old history and role in the formation of the Russian state, but also monuments that attract the attention of tourists. One such is the Millennium of Russia, created in 1862 in honor of the millennium since the proclamation of Rurik as Prince of Russia.
Ryurikovo Gorodische
Veliky Novgorod, Ryurikovo Ancient settlement 
On the opposite bank of the Volkhov is the archaeological monument of Rurikovo. An ancient settlement, a settlement of ancient people, which, according to scientists, was formed around the 8th century BC. e. According to legend, it was here that the founder of the Russian dynasty of the rulers of Rurik was invited to reign.
Church of the Assumption in the Volotovo Field
Novgorod Region, with. Volotovo 
The Church of the Assumption in the Volotovo field, built in the middle of the 14th century, kept on its walls about 200 frescoes.
The Church of Fyodor Stratilat at Ruchy
Veliky Novgorod, Fedorovsky Ruchey, 19A 
Almost the same age as the Annunciation Church of Ryurikov Gorodische is the church of Fyodor Stratilat at Ruchy, built in 1360, which rightly is considered to be a splendidly preserved result of the creation of Novgorod architects.
Yaroslavovo dvorische and Ancient bargaining
Veliky Novgorod, Nikolskaya, 1 
Yaroslavovo dvorische and Ancient bargaining were transferred to the trading side from the Rurik settlement of Yaroslav the Wise at the beginning of the 11th century. Here, as they used to say in the old days, "churches stand with a bush."
Those who are interested in the history of their native land, and in principle lovers of antiquity, simply show a trip to Novgorod the Great, a city that can be safely said that it is the very place "where the Russian land came from." Historically significant objects, monuments of architecture and landmark places in Novgorod abound, and without a small plan-abstract - what and where "to watch necessarily" - can not do.
In addition to the historical buildings in Veliky Novgorod and its immediate vicinity, many monuments to outstanding compatriots ,among them Peter I ,Alexander Nevskiy,Sergey Rakhmaninov ,Ivan Polzunov (the father of the steam engine) ,Vladimir Lenin,Heroes of the Soviet Union Lenya Golikov ,Alexander Krasilov ,Ivan Gerasimenko ,Alexander Pankratov (the first soldier in history ,which closed the enemy's machine gun); mournful pages of history: a monument on the site of the death of Krasilov ,Gerasimenko and Pankratova ,monument to the victims of Stalinist repressions ,a memorial stone to soldiers-tankers ,killed in the defense of the city ,heroes of the 14th Air Army and Afghan soldiers; and significant events - the Millennium of Russia monument ,Stela of Military Glory ,Victory Memorial Complex ,The Hanseatic sign on Yaroslav's Court
The monasteries of Novgorod deserve special attention:
- The Spaso-Kovalev Monastery is located three kilometers from the city. His cathedral church - the Church of the Transfiguration of the Savior - was badly damaged during the Great Patriotic War and was almost completely restored by the beginning of the 70s of the 20th century thanks to the truly titanic work of the Greek restorers.
- Antonovsky Monastery, named after St. Anthony of Rome, who with divine help overcame the sea route from the "Roman countries" to Novgorod on the stone. And on the place where he stumbled to the shore, and the monastery was founded.
Historically significant objects, monuments of architecture and landmark places in Novgorod abound, and without a small plan-abstract - what and where "to watch necessarily" - can not do.
- Varlaamo-Khutynsky Monastery grew near the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord, which was laid by the Monk Varlaam. The complex also suffered badly during the Great Patriotic War and was restored only in the 90s of the last century. Today there is a women's monastery.
- Holy Spirit Monastery, founded in the 12th century, by the end of the 18th century is declining and losing its status, but at the beginning of the 19th, it was reborn as a female abode. The main cathedral of the complex is a temple in the name of the Holy Spirit.
- Zverin (Pokrovsky) monastery was first mentioned in the annals from the middle of the 12th century. The main church is the Cathedral of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin. On the territory of the complex, the Simeon Church was preserved, which was built in the second half of the 15th century.
- Klopsky monastery is built 17 kilometers from Novgorod the Great at the turn of the 14-15 centuries. After the battles of the Great Patriotic War, there were miraculously preserved two stone churches: Nicholas the Wonderworker and Troitskaya. Both date back to the 16th century. Now the monastery is undergoing restoration work.
- The tithe nunnery has been counting its history since 1327. According to legend, it was founded by the mother of Alexander Nevsky, Princess Theodosius. Now in the restored premises of the monastery there is an exhibition hall and studios of artists.
All these attractions can be viewed on their own, planning their own route and strictly adhere to it or at any time switch to unscheduled facilities .If such a cultural and historical sortie seems difficult and seems to be beyond its powers, it is always possible to take advantage of the offers of travel agencies that have developed several options for short sightseeing programs (from 30 minutes to 2 hours): for example, a sightseeing tour of the Kremlin, Yaroslav's Court and St. Sophia Cathedral, excursion to the historical and art museum with a visit to the famous Golden Pantry, a trip to the Yuryev Monastery and the Museum of Wooden Architecture or the Khutynsky Transfiguration Monastery .