Historic trade quarter across the river from Kremlin, center of medieval Novgorod Republic's commerce. Features 12th-17th century churches and remains of the old market. The veche (assembly) bell called citizens to democratic gatherings here.
On foot: 10-15 minutes from Kremlin via pedestrian bridge. Buses: #7, 7A to Pobedy-Sofiyskaya Square stop. From St. Petersburg: Lastochka train to Veliky Novgorod (3 hours), then taxi or bus to center.
Gostiny Dvor arcade. St. Nicholas Cathedral from 12th century. Hanseatic fountain.
Useful tips for visiting Yaroslav's Court & Market Side
Cross footbridge from KremlinMultiple ancient churchesSite of medieval democracyHanseatic trade center
Cross footbridge from KremlinMultiple ancient churchesSite of medieval democracyHanseatic trade center
Gostiny Dvor arcade. St. Nicholas Cathedral from 12th century. Hanseatic fountain.
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