2. Russia Redux • Возвращающаяся Россия

Pskov-Псков (07.2009)

Pskov - Founded in 903 A.D., the medieval city of Pskov is one of Russia's oldest cities. Pskov has been subjected to invasion throughout its history, from the Mongol hordes to the Nazis, who occupied the city for 3 years. During the 16th century, Pskov was likened to Paris for its size & splendor. Although unlike Paris today, this city of 200,000 located in northwest Russia, retains a timeless beauty. I accompanied Rustem on this business trip, a 12 hour train ride from Moscow.
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Small chapel on the river bank.
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Small chapel on the river bank.

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  • Rustem with local Pskov journalists.
  • Pskov 10th century church. There are 50 churches still standing in Pskov. Prior to the revolution there were 150.
  • Church dome detail (10th century).
  • Fresco of Jesus at entrance to 10th century Pskov church.
  • Medieval cross in the grass.
  • Steps down to the Velikaya River embankment.
  • We took an evening cruise on Pskov's larger river, the Velikaya.
  • Burevestnik river boat. (Pskov, Russia)
  • Boats on the Velikaya River bank.
  • People swimming on the river bank outside the Kremlin walls.
  • Velikaya reflection. Pskov Kremlin & Trinity Cathedral.
  • Water skiing on the Velikaya River. (Pskov)
  • Professor Brumfield & Anna in deep discussion.
  • Enjoying the ride.
  • Small chapel on the river bank.
  • View of the Mirozh Monastery from the Velikaya River.
  • Nuns on the river below the Mirozh monastery.
  • Church & swimmers on the Velikaya River embankment.
  • Upscale housing being built on the banks of Pskov's Velikaya River.
  • Church & chapel on the Velikaya River bank.
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