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Pskov (Russian: Псков, IPA: [pskof] ⓘ; see also names in other languages) is a city in northwestern Russia and the administrative center of Pskov Oblast, located about 20 kilometers (12 mi) east of the Estonian border, on the Velikaya River.
- Even Older Than Moscow
- Impressive Kremlin, A Witness of Past Glory
- Ancient Churches and Sites Saw Turbulent Times
- Pushkin Hills, A Place Where Russian Literature Was Born
Pskov was first mentioned in the chronicles in 903, more than a century before Moscow was founded. And throughout its rich history it had many turbulent times. Situated not far from the Estonian and Latvian borders, Pskov was a major trade center and an important point of defense for ancient Russia. Just like many other ancient cities, Pskov lost i...
The first place to visit is the local kremlin, aka Pskov Krom. It could be the perfect place for shooting Game of Thrones, especially the Winterfell scenes. The city’s oldest part, the kremlin, is situated high on the picturesque spit of two rivers: Pskova and Velikaya. The most impressive feature in addition to its location and surroundings is cer...
Literally on every corner you’ll find ancient churches. In fact, there are so many that it’s impossible to visit all; you’ll even grow tired making pictures and trying to keep in mind which church has which name! Ten of Pskov’s ancient cathedrals, monasteries and architectural sites are includedin the UNESCO World Heritage List. The oldest among th...
Almost 70 miles far from Pskov you will see true heaven on earth. Here, you will find three magnificent noble estates with parks and the Russian idyllic countryside. These places are connected with the life of the great poet Alexander Pushkin; Mikhaylovskoye was his family estate, while Petrovskoye and Trigorskoye were owned by his relatives and fr...
Pskov, city and administrative centre of Pskov oblast (region), northwestern Russia. The city lies along the Velikaya (Great) River at its confluence with the small Pskova River, at a point 9 miles (14 km) above the Velikaya’s outfall into Lake Pskov. Pskov is one of the oldest Russian towns, being.
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Pskov, Russia. Pskov is brimming with charming little churches and other remnants of its medieval history. Walk around the town and you can still see much of the original 13th century walls that once encircled and protected the inhabitants. Don't miss the Trinity Cathedral.
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Pskov is the capital of Pskov Oblast and one of the oldest cities in Russia. It has many historical and cultural attractions, such as the Pskov Kremlin, the Pskov Museum, and the Pskov-Caves Monastery.
Pskov, oblast (province), northwestern Russia. It occupies an area of 21,400 square miles (55,300 square km) in the lowland basins of the Lovat, Shelon, and Velikaya rivers, with intervening low, morainic uplands. Much of the surface is covered by peat bog, grass marsh, and lakes—notably Lake.
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