Introducing Suzdal
The gently winding Kamenka River, flower-drenched meadows and dome-spotted skyline make this medieval capital the perfect fairytale setting. Suzdal, 35km north of Vladimir, has earned a federally protected status, which has limited development in the area. As a result, its main features are its abundance of ancient architectural gems and its decidedly rural atmosphere. Judging by the spires and cupolas, Suzdal may have as many churches as people.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Sergiev Posad, Rostov Veliki, and Suzdal Golden Ring hotels wanted
by WaterhazardJack 12 September 2011
+Is St Basil's the monastery? Have not been able to locate any URL's on it. Any ideas?+ +Rizopolozhensky monastery and Pokrovsky Monaster…
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RE: Is Nizhny Novgorod Worth a One Night Stopover?
by WaterhazardJack 11 September 2011
Chicago...from the train station it's a steep 10 minute hike up the hill to the Hotel Vladimir where you turn left onto the main drag…
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Re: Is Nizhny Novgorod Worth a One Night Stopover?
by Chicagobest 11 September 2011
Thanks for the tip about Vladimir. I could not really tell about the proximity of the sights to the train station. I guess the next…
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