Yaroslavl features Yaroslavl is one of the oldest Russian cities that was founded in the 11th century and reached its heyday in the 17th century. The city is located in the central part of the East European Plain, on the both banks of the Volga River, where the Kotorosl River flows into it, about 265 km north-east of Moscow. In 2010, Yaroslavl celebrated its millennium. City Day is celebrated on the last Saturday in May. On this day, in the evening, you can watch the fireworks on the embankment of the Volga River. On the Russian banknote of 1000 rubles you can see Yaroslavl and the sculpture of the founder of the town - Yaroslav the Wise.

One of the buildings of Spassky Monastery in Yaroslavl Transfiguration Church in Spassky Monastery is the most ancient monument, built in on the foundation of the original construction of

Church of Ilya the Prophet in Yaroslavl Church of Ilya the Prophet is a real gem of ancient Russian architecture. This simple in form, strict and solemn church with five cupolas is extremely beautiful.

The ensemble of Tolga Convent (the 17th-19th centuries), located on the left bank of the Volga, is also worth mentioning. The convent was founded in the early 14th century. Tolga monastery

Church of St. Michael the Archangel in Yaroslavl The existing temple of Archangel Michael and Other Angels was founded in It was the beginning of the second stage of the cathedral history when this ambitious temple was located in Streletskaya suburb. Now it is a temple of Yaroslavl permanent post. Its close connection with the army was determined not only by its geographical position but also by its dedication to Archangel Michael who was the patron of the military arts.

Russian Academic Drama Theater named after F. Volkov Yaroslavl is proud of the fact it is the birthplace of the 1st Russian national professional theatre founded in 1750 by a merchants son Fyodor Volkov & entitled by his name at a later date. Since the 19th century it is situated in the centre of the city. The present building of the Theatre was built in 1911.