Yaroslavl Region (02.2011)

Northeast of Moscow lies a ring of ancient Russian towns known as the Golden Ring. Many of the towns are more than 1,000 years old, and all are of historical and religious importance, known for their architectural splendors. This trip to the Yaroslavl Oblast encompassed visits to the region's administrative center, Yaroslavl, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Uglich, and Rybinsk; all situated along the Volga River.