Vologda Kremlin

Vologda, North West, Russia

The Vologda Kremlin is the main attraction of Vologda. It was founded in the time of Ivan the Terrible, when in 1565 he proclaimed Vologda the capital of his Oprichnina state. St. Sophia Cathedral, founded in 1568, has been preserved next to the Kremlin. There are three museums inside the Vologda Kremlin, as well as a Bell Tower. You definitely need to climb it to see a wonderful view of the historical center of Vologda.

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Resurrection Cathedral

Bell Tower of St. Sophia Cathedral

Vologda Art Museum

Vologda Historical Museum

Museum of Modern Art of Vologda

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