Gatchina is the capital of the Leningrad Region. There is a city eight kilometers from St. Petersburg, in the south-west direction.
For the first time the village Hotchino is mentioned in the annals of 1500. In the early 17th century this territory was transferred to Sweden. After the end of the Northern War, the lands are again transferred to the Russian state.
In 1765 Empress Catherine II Gatchina was presented as a gift to Count Orlov. It was he who became the master of the Gatchina Palace, built in the style of Italian medieval castles.
After the death of Count Orlov, it became the property of Paul I, which gave the estate the status of the city.
At the end of the 18th century the Priory Palace appeared here.At that time, it became the only building in Russia, with the construction of which was utilized by earth-shaking technology. The palace became the seat of the Order of Malta.
After the death of Paul I the city was ruled by the ruling emperors. The modern capital of the Leningrad region at that time was a place for the introduction of innovative technologies.
It was in Gatchina at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries thata railway was built. The capital of the Leningrad region became a test site for a submarine, a military airfield appeared, for the first time electric lights in Russia were lit in Gatchina.
The capital of the Leningrad Region was duringThe Great Patriotic War was captured by the fascists. Gatchina Palace, many other historic buildings were destroyed during the fighting, so in the post-war period, reconstruction work began.
The capital of the Leningrad Region in 1985takes in the updated form the first visitors, demonstrating all the splendor of the country residence. In 2015, Gatchina was awarded the status of a city of military glory, to which the inhabitants are justly proud.
What is the cultural capital of the republic famous for? The Leningrad Region is represented by many interesting places, but Gatchina occupies a special place.
Центральной достопримечательностью города is the Grand Gatchina Palace, as well as parks that are included in the palace complex. They house a "birch house", Venus pavilions. The city is proud of the Priory Palace, a park located around the Black Lake. Of particular interest is the Gatchina Park. In order to fully explore this territory, it will take at least a week.
With its structure, the Gatchina Palace resembles a huge European castle. The ditches of impressive size, the huge parade ground where the emperor took parades, are restored in their original splendor.
For hours Paul 1 watched the soldiers march. The Emperor was not indifferent to Prussia, whose soldiers were transferred to the Russian army.
Inside the palace there is a huge number of magnificent halls in its decoration. Silver, gold, parquet from expensive wood, paintings, stucco, a collection of weapons is unlikely to leave anyone indifferent.
The famous Gatchina trout, which was once on the imperial table, can still be caught today in the palace river Paritsa. In the White Lake swans swim in summer, there is crucian, pike and even roach.
In the Gatchina Park there is also an undergroundthe course by which you can get into the spare lock. It is located two kilometers from the palace, in the Priory Park. In the palace, located on this territory, once presided Pavel 1, collecting the knights of the Order of Malta.
The basis of the Gatchina landscape is considered to be the arrow of the Constable, whose height reaches 232 meters.
It becomes clear what capital of the Leningrad region is rich in numerous architectural monuments of the 18th and 20th centuries.
Currently in the territory of Gatchinathere are functioning temples and cathedrals. It is here that the Cathedral of St. Paul the Apostle, the Church of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos, the Intercession Cathedral, the Church of the Most Holy Life-giving Trinity.
In addition to Orthodox churches, on the territory of Gatchinachurches of other denominations also function: the Lutheran Church of St. Peter, the Lutheran Evangelical Church of St. Nicholas. Masses are held in the Catholic Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
In addition to palace ensembles, in this amazingTourists can visit the Gatchina Museum of History. Of interest is the museum-estate of P. E. Scherbov, who is fond of caricatures. Interesting expositions are offered by the Museum of the History of Aviation Engine Building, the Museum of Naval Glory, the Children's Postcard Museum.
How is the Leningrad region currently living?Cities and districts located near the northern capital are increasingly attracting the attention of potential property buyers. At present, such a district as Gatchina is a combination of old “Khrushchev’s” entrance, new buildings in the center. The area of the city Aerodrome is in high demand, it is convenient to leave it on the track. Locals often work in St. Petersburg, and they prefer to live in such a cozy city as Gatchina.
In addition to historical monuments, new buildings, there arein this city and wooden buildings. Most of them are in poor condition, in need of demolition. Recently, interest in Gatchina has increased, the number of tourists has increased, construction of new buildings has intensified. This is reflected in the value of real estate in the area.
Over the past few years the price per squaremeter has grown several times. What makes the residents of St. Petersburg to sell their apartments in the city and buy property in Gatchina? The unique nature, scenic spots, environmental friendliness of the area made it popular and attractive for nature lovers.
