Outstanding open-air museum of wooden architecture 4 km from Novgorod. 26 relocated buildings from 16th-19th centuries including churches, houses, and windmills. Set on picturesque Lake Myachino. One of Russia's best ethnographic museums.
Buses 7, 7A from Veliky Novgorod railway and bus station to 'Yuryevo' or 'Vitoslavlitsy' stop — 20-30 min. Museum is near Yuriev Monastery on Lake Myachino shore. Taxi from city center about 300-400 rubles. In summer, bike — 5 km from Kremlin.
Wooden churches near Lake Myachino. Windmill. Peasant houses with utensils.
Entry ~300 RUB, audio guide 250 RUB. Closed Tuesdays and last Thursday of month. After 2017-2022 reconstruction: 33 ha, 34 federal monuments! Wooden churches from 16th-19th century. Bus 7. On Lake Myachino, south of Novgorod. Allow 2-3 hours.
Useful tips for visiting Vitoslavlitsy Open-Air Museum
4 km from city, taxi neededEnter peasant housesCombine with St. George MonasteryBeautiful lakeside setting
4 km from city, taxi neededEnter peasant housesCombine with St. George MonasteryBeautiful lakeside setting
Wooden churches near Lake Myachino. Windmill. Peasant houses with utensils.
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