OstashkovOstashkov is the capital of lacustrine Seliger land and one of the most charming small towns of Russia; fine monuments of temple architecture and well-preserved old quarters |
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Shirkov pogostThe village of Shirkov pogost on Lake Vselug is famous for its wonderful wooden Church of John the Baptist, called the "Tver Kizhi" and imposing stone temple in pseudo-Russian style |
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Ostashkov's Trinity cathedralErected in the end of 17th century, Ostashkov's Trinity cathedral with bell-tower was the firstling of stone architecture of this land and has long served as a model for local builders |
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Source of Volga RiverThe great Russian river Volga starts its flowing near the tiny village of Volgoverkhovye. Above its source was erected a chapel; the first bridge across the Volga is only 3 meters long |