Tourists who want to get acquainted with the beauties of the Republic of Mari El and the history of our homeland should visit the provincial town of Kozmodemyansk. Although it is small, it has preserved many attractions. Among them are merchant mansions, the Streletskaya Chapel, the Smolensk Cathedral. The Art and Historical Museum and the Ethnographic Open-air Museum have the most interesting expositions.

Kozmodemyansk has great tourist potential. About 200 thousand tourists come to the city annually with 21 thousand inhabitants. The main stream goes along the Volga River by motor ships. You can choose a river cruise with a visit to Kozmodemyansk on the website https://vodohod.com/cruises/map/kozmodemansk/.

What is remarkable about Kozmodemyansk

The city is located in a picturesque place, on the right bank of the Volga River. It was founded in 1583, and received its name in honor of the holy wonderworkers Kozma and Demyan. On the streets with merchant mansions, the house of the timber industrialist A.A.Deryabin stands out. Its carved architraves, simple but concise appearance allowed the building to win the diploma "The best house on the Volga" at one time. The mansion is recognized as an object of cultural heritage, and now the social protection department works in it.

Other historical buildings include:

• The Museum of Satire and Humor named after Ostap Bender; 
• Art and Historical Museum named after A. V. Grigoriev; 
• Museum of Merchant Life; House Museum of stained oak.

The Ethnographic Museum

The main attraction of Kozmodemyansk is the V. I. Romanov Ethnographic Museum with open–air exhibitions. Here you can get acquainted with the customs and way of life of the mountain Mari – the indigenous population of these places, the Mari people. On the territory there are huts, a windmill, a blacksmith shop, a barn, a black bathhouse, a crane well, outbuildings with artfully recreated and real household items of those times.

The museum staff are dressed in national clothes. They put on small performances for the guests. They introduce the local ceremony at the birth of a child, show how the guys were escorted to the army. To immerse themselves in the atmosphere, the conversations of the participants of the scenes are conducted in the Mari language. The museum has guides, there are many picturesque places for a photo shoot.

Cruises with a visit to Kozmodemyansk

You can get to the Mari town by choosing such cruise routes as:

• "Tsaritsyn province" with an exit from Nizhny Novgorod to Volgograd and back.
• "I love you, Moscow" of the city of the beginning of the journey Saratov, Volgograd along the river to the Russian capital.
• "The Capital of the Golden Ring" is one of the interesting cruises going from Volgograd to Yaroslavl.
• "Happiness on the Kama" extending east from Moscow to Perm.

There are several types of cabins on the watercourses: single, double single and bunk, quadruple junior suites and suites. There are several tariffs: adult, child, pension. For more information about the accommodation options and the cost, please contact the tour operator.

The size, availability of additional furniture and household appliances depend on the type of cabin. But even the smallest and most inexpensive accommodation options provide passengers with comfortable beds: comfortable mattresses, soft pillows, clean new bed linen, a charming view from the window.

Three meals a day are provided. As a rule, breakfast is a buffet, and lunch and dinner are a selection of dishes according to a customized food system.

The duration of river cruises is from 3 to 27 days. The program includes on-board entertainment and excursions at the stops. This is a great opportunity to spend time with your loved ones, to introduce your children to the beauty and history of our homeland.

Why it's worth going on a river cruise along the Volga

Going on vacation on a boat, you immerse yourself in a unique world of beauty and tranquility. The Volga River, the longest in Europe, flows through a picturesque area, from beautiful cities to places with the most picturesque wildlife. During the cruise, you will be able to enjoy the unique scenery, learn how to sail boats and taste real Russian cuisine.

Traveling along the Volga River will allow you to take a break from the noisy city life, plunge into peace and quiet. You can spend time outdoors, enjoying the sun and beautiful views, completely relax, forgetting about everyday worries.

In addition to nature and tranquility, the river cruise offers many activities and excursions. You will visit ancient cities, learn about the culture and history of the region, get to know the locals and their traditions. In addition, cozy rooms, delicious cuisine and a variety of entertainment await you on board the cruise ship.

If you decide to spend your vacation on the Volga, you will get an unforgettable experience. It's worth going on a cruise at least once in your life to experience all the magic of such trips and replenish your collection with vivid memories.