One of the most beautiful cities of Russia’s Golden Ring, Kostroma is located on the Volga River and was founded by Yuri Dolgoruky in 1152. Known as the "City of Forty Churches," Kostroma truly lives up to its name, with churches that adorn and enrich the city as its heritage. Ethnographic Museum "Village of Kostroma" In the Klyuchi Park of the Prokhorovsky district lies the ethnographic village "Kostroma." In the early 20th century, this area hosted the manor of the nobleman Konstantin Pitra, later destroyed in Soviet times, leaving the area overgrown. In summer 2019, the grounds were cleared, and seven houses from abandoned villages of the Prokhorovsky district were relocated here. Museum visitors can join woodcarving workshops or enjoy herbal tea with pancakes. Additionally, there is a Russian bathhouse museum, offering insights into the traditions and rituals of the Russian bath. Holy Trinity Ipatiev Monastery The Holy Trinity Ipatiev Monastery, founded in the 14th century, is one of Russia's oldest monastic sites. It played a significant role in the unification of Russian lands and is closely linked to notable figures such as Dmitry Donskoy and Ivan the Terrible. In the 17th century, the monastery was crucial in ending the Time of Troubles and even sheltered Mikhail Romanov. We also recommend visiting the Epiphany Cathedral of Kostroma Kremlin, which houses the revered Feodorovskaya Icon of the Mother of God. It was before this icon that Mikhail Romanov was chosen as Tsar by the national assembly on March 14, 1613. Romanov Museum-Reserve Built in 1913 to mark the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty, the museum's opening ceremony was attended by the imperial family, who were also the museum's first visitors. The museum's collection includes paintings, sculptures, and historical items related to Kostroma. We suggest paying particular attention to the works of artist Boris Kustodiev, who lived in the city for ten years.