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Penza – a regional center within the Volga region, however, the Volga does not flow here. The city is located in a hilly area on the bank of the right tributary of the Volga – Sura River. Communication with other Russian regions is quite well developed; you can get here by train, bus or plane.
The pedestrian street Moskovskaya, which is called the “Penza Arbat”, is considered one of the oldest in the city. In former times, the Moscow postal route began here, which led to Belokamennaya. Interesting historical buildings built in the pre-revolutionary era by wealthy Penza merchants have been preserved. At the corner of Moskovskaya and Teatralny Proezd there is an unusual brick house, reminiscent of an ancient tower – one of the most beautiful buildings in the city, built at the end of the 19th century in the old Russian style. There are many cozy cafes and shops on Moskovskaya. Also here is the city Philharmonic and the Penza Drama Theater.
There are many interesting museums in the city. One of the most unusual – Museum of one painting named after. G. Myasnikova, located on Kirov Street in a historical building of the 19th century. The museum's exhibition is regularly updated, but always consists of only one painting. The viewing of the painting is preceded by a film and accompanied by explanatory text and music. As conceived by the museum’s creators, this format allows the viewer to immerse themselves as much as possible in the corresponding era and become imbued with the author’s intention. Over the years, works from the treasuries of the Hermitage, the Russian Museum, and the Tretyakov Gallery were exhibited here. The Museum of One Painting is unique in its kind and has no analogues either in Russia or in other countries.
The genre of urban sculpture, so popular in recent years, has not bypassed Penza. On the already mentioned Moskovskaya Street you can see the Monument to the Jeweler ("The Last Touch"), the real prototype of which was the famous Penza jeweler Vladimir Lomonosov. The craftsman sitting at the table is closely examining the ring he has made, and at his feet is a cute cat.
The sculpture with the funny name “Thick-fifted Penzyak”, located in the “Piggy Bank of Proverbs” park opposite Lenin Square, – a reference to a famous historical anecdote. It is alleged that during the long march of Russian troops under the leadership of A.V. Suvorov through the Alps, almost all the soldiers erased their legs. Except for the natives of the Penza province, who wore special socks with a double heel. Having learned about the secret Penza development, the illustrious generalissimo allegedly exclaimed: “Well done, thick-fisted Penzyaks!”
In the same park there is a sculpture “Box “Russian Folk Proverbs”. The bas-reliefs on the sides of the box illustrate various proverbs and sayings. The composition is crowned by a figure symbolizing the generalized image of the brave Russian soldier, whose prototype was the descendant of the first Penza governor, collector of folk proverbs Ivan Lachinov.
The name of M.Yu. is inextricably linked with the Penza region. Lermontov. A couple of hours drive from Penza is the Tarkhany Museum-Reserve. – the estate of the great poet’s grandmother, where he spent his childhood. In addition to the opportunity to touch poetry and history, you will find the charm of an old Russian estate and amazingly beautiful landscapes.
AZIMUT Hotel Penza, located in the very center of the city, – An ideal place to stop when traveling around the city and surrounding areas. When booking a week before arrival or earlier, the hotel provides a 10% discount.
