yaroslavl embankment

SumitJ3

This place is as scenic as any other in the world. The confluence of two awesome rivers makes for a picture prefect setting. During sep-oct the winds start to get a bot chilly towards the evening so dress accordingly.

VolshebstvoM

This walk will impress at any weather. Dress appropriately warm. Take your camera. Vistas are divine.Stray off into streets and check details on older buildings.Breath-taking.

CharlesA

Beautiful day to view the area and the bear made of flowers. A stunning vista in north-central Russia. Many sites to visit nearby. Don't forget to rub the wishing stone nearby the newly-rebuilt church, Assumption Cathedral (Uspensky Sobor).The first wooden cathedral was built here in 1215, destroyed by fire it was then rebuilt in the 16th Century and was completely destroyed again in the 20th Century by the Soviets. In 2005 it was decided to rebuild the cathedral once again and in an astonishing feat of construction the huge building was completed in just five years. The interiors of the church are now white washed with a few icons covering the walls and a new iconostasis and some wealthy locals have donated their antique icons to the cathedral which are on display. Just outside the cathedral’s original bells have also been assigned a place.

MikhailGMILVESTOUR

Visit certainly. Beautiful views of the Volga, pleasant atmosphere for walks. Nearby are historic landmarks.

denisy_12

We visited Yaroslavl during a Volga River cruise. It's a fascinating, quite large, regional centre and made an interesting contrast to Moscow or Saint Petersburg. The well organised excursion included visit to the embankment, to churches and to a restored mansion where we were treated to a concert.

Ceiniog

The viewpoint above the confluence of the Kotorosl and Volga rivers is well worth a visit for the views of the Volga and the riverside park. Yaroslavl also has some other attractions, notably the St Elijah Church.

Kirbyk

Start be walking through the city park at Krasny Plochade to the banks of the Volga. Check ot the river cruises. You will pass at least three museums before you reach the point where a smaller river joins the Volga. Founding of Yaroslavl park reminded me of Pittsburgh. Cathedral, monastery and downtown all are close to the end of your walk

Eaa1947

Volga river being one of the most famous rivers in Russia has lots of towns and villages on its bank and in Yaroslavl it is a nice touch. In summer there is a lot of activity and socialising by the locals. The promenade is not too far from downtown and the main attractions of Yaroslavl the Red Square, Church of the Prophet, and the Cathedral of Assumption are all closeby.

PhilViking

The stroll along the Volga River is delightful on a warm day. The park is well designed, and well maintained. There are wide sidewalks, fountains, excellent views of the area and river. It almost like strolling in Paris! Enjoy the statues at the end, celebrating the 1010 founding of the city.

Norielle

Nice, all main sights along the way, interesting and picturesque. The best way to enjoy the feel of Yaroslavl.

ExistingAlternatives

Volga embankment is a very popular promenade among locals. This is where people come out to see and be seen. It stretches from the port all the way around the Strelka to Spassky monastery. There are easy access points to all things downtown – Red Square, Church of Ilya the Prophet, the new Cathedral of Assumption and old parkland with exclusive tennis clubs. Considered a part of the “restricted area” during Soviet days it now boasts many boutique cafes and museums.

JohnH881

The Yaroslavl Embankment is a very nice place to walk along the River Volga. Nothing very special, just nice.

OogleBov

Breathtaking views over the mighty Volga, manifold cute onion domes peeking out here and there, local families strolling about, well-behaved cyclists, zero cars, it all feels very civilized, even on a Saturday night.

mariosca1

one of the best banks ever seen in my travel: soviet policy preserved banks from buildings and it appears now as an example of what our european cities with river could have been (included rome and florence)

adz10

Great place to go for a walk, take some photos or even go for a run or rollerblade. There are various churches you can visit and it's just a really nice place to be in Yaroslavl.