Izborsk
Izborsk is a village located 30 kilometers from Pskov, where the Izborsk Fortress stands. The village is well-maintained.
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The local authorities decided to turn Izborsk into something like a tourist town, like Calico in the USA. They restored the streets and opened museums of everyday life in old houses. Well, not bad.
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At least it has become nice to come here from neighboring Estonia. There are many European tourists here, just like in neighboring Pechory. After all, it’s the beginning of Russia.
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Part of the village remained in its original form.
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Village church.
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In general, Izborsk is the oldest Russian city mentioned in “The Tale of Bygone Years” in 862. The city was located a little away from the modern village. A lonely church built in 1682 stands in its former place.
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Remains of the city wall, 11th century.
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Calm and smooth.
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Mostly people come to Izborsk to see the fortress. It was built in 1330 to protect the city from German raids. It is an absolutely awesome fortress.
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The further west Russia goes, the more it looks like the West.
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It is a real fortress. It has nothing to do with kremlins.
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There is another church inside the fortress. Cool Telegram stickers were found in it.
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