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- Andrew M7,280 contributionsWe attended this museum as part of a city tour of Abakan. On entry, we were asked to pay quite a bit for photos, so we declined, as we had heard that not all of the exhibits had been moved from the old museum, which was located in the western section of Pushkin Street. The new museum is spacious and a dramatic improvement to the old. Luckily we had an interpreter, as the museum guide didn't speak english. She was very passionate about the exhibits, and provided a great tour. There is a small gift shop to the right of the entrance, and the lower level has exhibits on ancient stones and petroglyphs. We were particularly interested in the "man stones" which had carvings of the sun and expressive faces. There were drawings on the walls of petroglyphs , which were created by artist K Feofanovich, which really assisted in understanding the symbols.
The upstairs exhibits seemed lost in the huge area that was available for display. It was evident that the museum was still in the process of moving it's exhibits from the old location, as there were many empty spaces. There was a good exhibit on a model Khakass house, which had replicas of items used in that era. Be careful not to get too close to the exhibits here, as there is an alarm that will go off. The black and white photos of the early 20th century Khakass was excellent and informative. Another interesting section, was dedicated to the Minister of Defense S. Shoigu, who is also a wonderful artist and sculptor. We enjoyed the section of military photos from WW2.
We had visited petroglyphs in the Altai Region, so were very happy to find a museum dedicated to preserving the great history and culture of this region. I would advise a visit to the Salbyk Mound after this museum.Nearby attractions include the Church of St Helen & Constantine, a short walk west on Pushkin Street.Written October 24, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Sergio NMexico City, Mexico104 contributionsSo Russians have this thing that they enjoy the simple fact of going for a walk, and this beautiful collection of gardens are perfect for it. The price for enter is less than 200 rub , and is a beautiful garden park but is not quiet. This is a family place so you will find many Russian families with they children running around, also has some kids playground and farm animals to feed. If you manage to find a lonely place it has amazing photo spotsWritten July 13, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cap ChastainAnchorage, AK18,232 contributionsThis is one very sweet and very special little park here in Abakan. I visited in mid-December so was not able to view any of the green gardens one will see in the warm weather months. However it was what it is in the middle of winter and I certainly enjoyed the Ice Sculptures that the summer visitor will surely miss. Life has its trade offs and this is one.Written January 12, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Andrew M7,280 contributionsWe visited the Salbyk mound as part of a tour with Sayanring. It was an excellent tour, and the guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The drive from Abakan is approximately 75 km. The mound is located in the Valley of Kings, which is an ancient burial ground of Scythian nobles. It has the reputation of being the biggest burial mound in Siberia. It was created in the 4th century BC, as a burial chamber for a Dinglin king and his family. The mound had perimeter stones laid, that weighed between 20-50 tonnes. A structure of birch that was made flexible, surrounded the tomb to protect it from the weight of the earth fill.
The tomb is actually closer to the edge of the structure. There was originally a pathway for access to the tomb which was kept closed. The height of the flat top pyramid structure was approximately 25 meters. Between 1954-1956, a scientist, SV Kiselev, conducted an excavation of the tomb area by removing all the earth. The photos of this process can be viewed in the nearby museum.He did not find much on the site, as it had been raided by grave robbers many times over the passing centuries. What remains today, is the first row of huge stones, which are perfectly symmetrical, in a 70 meter square construction.
The entrance stones are the highlight of the structure, with one seemingly shaped as a battle axe. The site of the tomb is shown by a roped area. If you walk around the stones, a few have petroglyphs. The area to the left of the mound, gives a great view of two large burial mounds in the distance on the flat steppe. One of the interesting areas is at the front of the mound where one of the standing stones is split in half, with the fallen half still lying on the ground. The small museum was opened in 2008, and has a few models of the mound construction and objects found at the site. There are also mannequins with an example of local dress of the era. This is a powerful area for shamans, and you will see coloured ribbons tied to posts or stones.
Note that the toilets are pit latrines. As you drive back through the valley, take a few photos of the many mounds, some of which show examples of persons digging for artifacts. This was a great tour, and I would recommend it for a family.Written October 24, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Takarasina2,101 contributionsI saw that imposing temple in late August, when visiting Abakan together with my friends. It was a leisure trip.
Undoubtedly the key drawcard of that town. We reached it on the verge of closure but still peeped inside before they locked the doors. Well, nothing special, frankly speaking - all Russian churches (as their siblings in other Christian countries) are a tad the same. That one looked pretty luscious, however, both inside and outside. We also loved its bell-ringing.
A place to visit? I'd say so - in Abakan (which cannot boast with abundance of tourist attractions). Do pay attention to the adjacent park, by the way - spacious, rather clean, offering shade in summer heat and some quirky statues/monuments.Written October 2, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Andrew M7,280 contributionsThe sculpture of the prince, is located at the intersection of Druzhby Narodov and K. Perekreshchenko streets. It is a 5 minute walk from Preobrazhenskiy Park. A local sculptor, A Murzin, installed it in 2013. It has become one of the most recognised symbols of Abakan. The sculpture is based on a book written by the French writer, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, which was first published in 1943. The sculpture shows the prince sitting on his planet (B612). If you walk around the "planet" you will see three volcanoes. The quotations on the sculpture state "You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed’" and also that you are responsible for the world, planet, friends and family.
The Prince sits with a smile on his face and with a rose in hand.He has an aviators scarf around his neck. His right shoe has been rubbed until it is bright and shiny, as persons stop and rub it for luck. To understand the monument, it may be necessary to read the book. In summary, the writer crashed in the Sahara desert during a flight of leisure, and wrote the book based on his personal experiences. The prince somehow finds his way to earth and crashes in the Sahara desert. He assumes that he is alone on earth, as was the case on his planet. He is befriended by a wise fox who teaches the prince how to tame him, thus the wise words quoted on the sculpture.
The prince longed to return to his planet, and on saying goodbye, to him, the fox said, "important things can only be seen with the heart". This sculpture is a favourite of children, as it teaches them the power of imagination and wise sayings. If you are in Abakan, this is a must visit.Written October 21, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Andrew M7,280 contributionsThe Park is dedicated to Alexander Pushkin, who lived between 1799-1837. He is considered one of Russia's greatest poets. He was continually in trouble with the authorities, as his views were considered "extreme". Many of his works were censored, but his popularity continued to grow. He died after being shot in a duel by his brother in law. Pushkin's luck had run out, as he was involved in more than twenty duels.
There are many buses that run on Pushkin Street, so the park is easily reachable. If you don't mind walking, it is a 15 minute walk from the Lenin statue. The fountain had a spinning spout in the middle that created a beautiful cascade of water. The statue of Pushkin seemed to capture him at a very young age, probably early in his career. The park is well maintained and there are many benches where one can sit to enjoy the sculptures and fountain.Written October 21, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Takarasina2,101 contributionsI stumbled upon these statues in the middle of August on my way from the Transfiguration Cathedral back to our hotel. It’s right behind the church, in the park.
In Russia prince Pyotr (not Peter!) and his wife Fevronia (bee-keeper’s daughter) have been symbols of a strong family since long. Some twenty years ago, however, in its zest to challenge «Western» St. Valentine’s Day Russian Orthodox Church (with silent blessing from the Kremlin) started to balloon their story the way Soviet communists had done with their Lenin idol. As a result, monuments to that couple are mushrooming throughout the country like chanterelles after rain.
This one in Abakan is quite nice, after all, but I strongly doubt it could attract attention of a foreign tourist (even if they have guts to go to such a remote region of Russia).Written September 28, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Cap ChastainAnchorage, AK18,232 contributionsMy flat here in Abakan almost, but not quite, looked out on Victory Park. To get to the park for me was a modest ten minute walk. Being in late December, it was a pretty cold day all things considered but I really wanted to see Victory Park here in Abakan. So out and off I walked in minus -30°C weather. I am very happy that I visited the park. To have been so close and not done so would have been a great disappointment. The eternal flame was one highlight as was the promenade up the center of the park with the monument its center piece. Some day a summer visit would be nice.
To be honest, the monuments themselves, both with figures and in relief, were very confusing to me at to what was going on with the figures. You can see a man holding a 'Tommy Gun' but all in all, they were too busy for me.Written January 12, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Abakan
- The top attractions to visit in Abakan are:
- Dream Gardens Park
- Salbyksky Mound
- Spaso-Preobrazhensky Cathedral
- Pushkin Park
- Sculpture Little Prince
- The best outdoor activities in Abakan according to Tripadvisor travelers are: See all outdoor activities in Abakan on Tripadvisor
- The most popular things to do in Abakan with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Dream Gardens Park
- Khakass National Museum of Local Lore
- Pushkin Park
- Sculpture Little Prince
- Inspiration Park