Novgorod is one of the oldest Russian cities. It is situated in Northwest Russia near the sources of the River Volkhov in the vicinity of Lake Ilmen. Novgorod is the cradle of the Russian state, home of important Russian democratic and republican traditions, and a spiritual and military stronghold of Orthodox Russia. Medieval Novgorod was one of the largest European centers of enlightenment and culture. Nowadays it is a modern town with a well-developed economy, social services and infrastructure. At the same time Novgorod is a city of internationally significant architectural monuments.

A lot of historical monuments of old Russian architecture of the 9th-17th cc., old cultural traditions attract numerous tourists. The interest increases when people get to know that some Novgorodian cathedrals are on UNESCO World Heritage list

People who love history can visit the Novgorodian Kremlin (1044), St. Sophia Cathedral (1045-1055), Yuriev Monastery, can see the famous collection of Novgorod icons, the Millennium of Russia Monument. Our guests will see open air Museum of Wooden Architecture "Vitoslavlitsy", they will take place in folklore festivals and ceremonies. But until you come to Novgorod, enjoy highligts of Novgorod in a number of virtual excursions we have prepared for you. Wish you pleasant virtual tour!