Переславль-Залесский (Pereslavl-Zalessky), Russia

Переславль-Залесский (Pereslavl-Zalessky) highlights

Known for lake, landmark, river

Beautifully located on Lake Pleshcheevo, Pereslavl-Zalessky is home to the Transfiguration Cathedral, where Prince Alexander Nevsky was baptized. Visitors can also take in the original boat created by Peter the Great in 1692.

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Last reviewed: 18 October 2019

Переславль-Залесский (Pereslavl-Zalessky) description

A lovely town founded in 1152 and located on the southeastern shore of Lake Pleshcheyevo at the mouth of the Trubezh River.

From 1688 to 1693, Peter the Great built his famous on Lake Pleshcheyevo for his own amusement, including the so-called Peter's little boat, which would be considered the forefather of the Russian fleet. The boat museum chronicles the history of the first Russian fleet and keeps one of the original model boats.

The town, part of the famous Golden Ring of Russia, features notable landmarks and architecture include six architecture complex convents and nine churches.

The town sits on the banks of Lake Pleschayevo, a large lake that draws tourists throughout the season.

Kite surfing is particularly popular, as is camping.

Переславль-Залесский (Pereslavl-Zalessky) related tours

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Golden Ring Russia small tour 5 days from Moscow. Visit 6 historical russian towns from famous Golden Ring. all seasons tour 5 days Price from € 1,948 View tour details Request this tour tour starts in: Москва (Moscow), Russia tour finishes in: Москва (Moscow), Russia tour duration: 5 days (4 nights) tour countries: Russia tour destinations: Боголюбово, Владимир, Переславль-Залесский, Сергиев Посад, Суздаль, Юрьев-Польский This 5 days tour cover 6 historical towns of famous the Golden Ring, a cluster of ancient towns. All visited towns have rich history, beautiful churches and cathedrals, and full of spirit real russian soul.