Wooden royal palace in Kolomenskoye. Kolomna Palace (57 photos). How to get to the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye
Description of the palace
Recreating the palace
Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich- wood royal palace, built in the village of Kolomenskoye near Moscow in the second half of the 17th century. It was a very complex system of separate wooden rooms (cages) connected by passages. With its rich and exotic decor, it invariably aroused admiration among foreigners who saw it. It was dismantled no earlier than 1767, but the foundations of the palace were preserved (as well as the stone buildings of the household services at the palace). In 2010, on the undeveloped territory of the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve, a hypothetical life-size exterior model of the palace was erected using modern technologies (2nd Dyakovo Gorodishche Street, 27).
Story
Vasily III built the tented Church of the Ascension in the village of Kolomenskoye near Moscow in 1528-1532. At the same time, royal mansions already existed in Kolomenskoye. I. Zabelin reports that Ivan the Terrible celebrated his name day in the Kolomna Palace (August 29).
In 1640, Mikhail Fedorovich built new mansions on the old site. Usually new buildings were erected in place of old ones. On September 17, the tsar and the boyars celebrated the completion of construction in the front hut.
Alexey Mikhailovich was fond of hunting in his youth and regularly came to Kolomna Palace. In 1649 and 1650 he built new mansions in Kolomenskoye. In 1657, new mansions were built on the occasion of the birth of children in the royal family.
In 1667, the rough stage of construction of the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich was completed. The palace was built by carpenter elder Senka Petrov and archer-carpenter Ivashka Mikhailov. In the winter of 1667 - 1668, the palace was decorated with carvings. In May 1669, paints and gold leaf were delivered from abroad to decorate the palace. In May, the scaly roof was painted with greenery. In June, interior painting began. The painting was supervised by the icon painter Simon Ushakov and the Armenian Bogdan Saltanov, who was discharged from Persia. They painted walls and ceilings (ceilings) on primed canvases. Painting and gilding lasted two years. Foreign contemporaries who visited the Kolomna Palace called it the eighth wonder of the world.
In 1673, the watchmaker of the Armory Chamber, Pyotr Vysotsky, installed a clock on the tower in front of the gate and arranged the mechanics of the roaring lions.
After the death of Alexei Mikhailovich, the palace was rebuilt. In the spring of 1681, Fyodor Alekseevich ordered the old povalusha (dining room) to be dismantled and a new dining room built in its place. The dining room was rebuilt by the peasant boyar P.V. Sheremetev Senka Dementyev. The dining room was connected to the king's mansion by a new vestibule. A gilded gate, called the front gate, was built under the entryway. When the Tsar was not in Kolomenskoye, the gates were covered with cloth to preserve the gilding. Repairs were also made to parts of the external decorations and the mechanism of the roaring lions that stood at the throne. The mechanics of the lions were located in a special closet. The renovation of the palace was completed in the spring of 1682. After the Streltsy riot, the security of the palace was strengthened - 16 huts were built.
In 1684, the sovereign's mansions were repaired and outbuildings; The painting of the premises and the greenery of the roofs have been updated. In 1685, a fighting clock was installed, the front gates were decorated with iron and English tin. This was the last renovation of the palace.
In the first half of the 18th century, the palace stood abandoned and was rarely visited. Anna Ioannovna ordered the palace to be maintained in “good care”, but repair work was practically not carried out.
On October 4, 1762, Empress Catherine II inspected the Kolomna Palace. Catherine ordered the creation of plans for the palace facades and drawing up repair estimates. The estimate was presented on May 11, 1764. In 1766, the Empress ordered the construction of a small palace on the site of the cattle and stable yard of the Kolomna Palace.
On May 31, 1767, Kolomna Administrative Affairs reported that roofs and stairs began to collapse in the old palace. On July 16, 1767, an order was received to dismantle the Kolomna Palace and its foundation and clean the place. It is unknown when the palace was dismantled. The wooden model of the palace, completed before dismantling, is stored in the museum-reserve.
Description of the palace
On the eastern side of the palace were the king's front mansions. In the northern part there is a large dining room, covered with a cube roof (in the picture on the right). At the top there was a globe with the image of a lion and an inrog. The dining room was connected to other rooms by a dining vestibule.
The roof of the two front rooms was covered in a barrel (in the center of the picture). Above the fourth and fifth rooms there was a tower with a hip roof. The top of the tent is decorated with a double-headed eagle. All the roofs of the palace are covered with scales. The height of the towers is from 7 to 15 fathoms.
In the basements there were housekeeping services, storerooms, and housing for courtyard people. Streltsy guards were located in two basements: under the dining room and under the front rooms.
Behind the king’s rooms, deep into the courtyard, were the prince’s mansions. Behind the prince's mansion stood the sovereign's soap shop, armory and cooking huts. Facing the north was the queen's mansion.
At the back of the palace were the mansions of the larger and smaller princesses (in the picture on the left). The mansions were covered with hipped roofs. The princesses' mansions were connected by long covered passages with the mansions of the king and queen.
On the six gates of the palace hung icons: the Ascension of Christ, the Mother of God of Smolensk, the Mother of God of Kazan, the Savior Not Made by Hands, John the Baptist, and the Moscow Wonderworkers.
Recreating the palace
The idea of recreating the palace arose in the museum-reserve back in the 1990s, and was eventually supported by the Moscow Government. Archaeological work was carried out and the surviving foundations were examined. But since the past time is in place former palace formed natural complex and centuries-old oaks and linden trees had already grown, it was decided to move construction to the territory former village Dyakovskoye, behind Golosov ravine.
The current building is a life-size model of the Alexei Mikhailovich Palace. Construction was carried out according to drawings made at the behest of Catherine II. However, the new building is not entirely wooden: all structures are monolithic, reinforced concrete, then covered with logs. The orientation relative to the cardinal points was also not preserved - the layout was rotated 90 degrees around the vertical axis, which completely violated the sacred meaning of the original structure.
According to Yuri Luzhkov, construction was supposed to be completed in 2010. On September 4, 2010, Yuri Luzhkov opened the recreated palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye.
Types of newly built structures
Driving along Andropov Avenue in the Kashirskaya metro area, I repeatedly noticed the fabulous turrets. This is the restored palace of Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye. On a beautiful May day, I had the opportunity to walk near the palace and even look into the royal chambers.
I admit, I really love walking in Kolomenskoye. However, somehow it was not possible to visit Kashirskaya’s side. And recently, a friend invited me to take an annual promenade along the spring Kolomenskoye, to walk through the park from the Kashirskaya metro station to the Kolomenskaya metro station. In May, the Kolomenskoye gardens are especially spectacular: the famous apple orchards, the lawns are dotted with colorful tulips. Naturally, I agreed! In addition, the weather was May: warm, sunny.
Palace of Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye
We agreed to meet near the Kashirskaya metro station. Coming out of the subway, I called my friend. It turned out that she went to a nearby store and offered to meet at the palace. Well, ok, to the palace, then to the palace.
How to find the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich
Finding the palace is quite simple, but the main thing is to exit the Kashirskaya metro station correctly. We look at the signs in the metro and look for “To Kolomenskoye Park, Andropov Avenue.” Next, you need to get to Andropov Avenue and cross it through the underground passage. As a result, we get straight to the central entrance to Kolomenskoye Park. It’s already a stone’s throw from the palace.
Once you enter the territory, the beauty will take your breath away. Firstly, the palace itself (especially from a distance) is very nice, like a fairy tale, and secondly, these are the gardens and tulips blooming in Kolomenskoye.
Young trees were planted around the palace and bloomed profusely. What caused the children who came on the excursion to be no less delighted than the palace itself.
Flowering of young trees near the Palace
Fairytale Palace
Palace in Kolomenskoye
Here it is, a fabulous beauty - the Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. The opening of the first palace in Kolomenskoye took place in 1672. In the seventeenth century, the original palace in Kolomenskoye aroused great delight among contemporaries; foreign guests called it “the eighth wonder of the world.” He was so beautiful and unusual. However, the palace was made of wood, so it only stood for about 100 years. Catherine the Second ordered the palace to be dismantled and careful measurements of the palace to be taken. The woman was wise, maybe they will come in handy!
And so, almost 300 years later, at the beginning of the 21st century, it was decided to restore the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich. The official opening took place in September 2010.
We must pay tribute to the creators of this museum: Alexei Mikhailovich’s palace was placed a little further away from the original masterpieces of Kolomensky, which emphasizes its certain “foreignness” to this place. Of course, the building gives the impression of being unreal and artificial. Although beautiful.
Windows of the royal chambers in the palace
There is a lot of controversy about the restored palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich: most experts consider it a very approximate copy of what it was, a falsification of history. Muscovites consider it a “terrible remake.” There are many opinions, both negative and positive. However, why not have such a museum in Moscow? After all, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and other churches and buildings were restored. Looking at the sparkling eyes of the children walking around here, you understand that this is primarily their day. Why not tell them in such chambers about the ancient pages of our history?
Porch of the Palace in Kolomenskoye
Calling a friend, I heard her trying to find out from passers-by how to get to the palace. There were no people who knew. But Anya, being a stubborn girl, didn’t give up trying.
Realizing that I had a little time, I decided to walk around the perimeter of the palace. Externally, the building looks like a wooden tower, but in fact, it stands on a concrete foundation, the walls are also made of concrete. Only externally the palace is decorated with wood. Let's hope it lasts for a long time.
The palace is actually several towers connected by passages: the chambers of the king, queen, younger princes and princesses. The king's tower is located in front of all other towers. The spiers of some towers are decorated with lions - symbols of royal power.
You can walk right through the palace. In the courtyards there are children's carousels, recreated from ancient drawings, benches, and flowers growing. It's very nice there and not hot.
Baby swing
Near the palace there were a lot of children's excursion groups. It's great that history is interactive today. The palace hosts thematic lectures and classes for schoolchildren. Tours inside the palace are led by real princesses, wearing the clothes of Marfa Vasilievna from the film “Ivan Vasilyevich Changes His Profession.” Children listen with interest, so it’s still possible to tear them away from the computer?
Having studied the external decoration of the palace, as well as the internal courtyards, I again decided to call my friend. However, through the phone I heard that she had mixed up the station... and got off at Varshavskaya. But Anya decided not to give up and still get to me by bus.
I realized that I had at least another hour left, and decided to go inside the palace.
We are looking for the ticket office and entrance to the Palace
There are two ticket offices to the palace. The first is located directly next to the entrance to the park. To get to the king's mansion, you need to go around the palace. It was not possible to purchase a ticket at one box office because the equipment froze. To be honest, you will only come across something like this in our museums.
At the second ticket office, near the main entrance to the royal chambers, they sold me a general ticket for 300 rubles. A ticket for photography cost 70 rubles, and photography is only allowed in the palace without a flash. Total 370 rubles for pleasure. Not cheap, it should be noted.
I decided to go around the palace on my own, although there was an opportunity to rent 150 rubles audio guide.
By the way, here is the price menu for visiting the palace. Preferential prices are a little lit up, for those who are interested - the price is up to 100 rubles.
Cost of tickets to the palace
In the mansions of the palace
The inspection of the interior chambers begins with the Tsar’s state chambers. The first thing that greets visitors is the carved front porch and a massive door with the coats of arms of various regions.
Door leading to the royal chambers
The most richly decorated are the throne room and the ceremonial hall. In all rooms you can find detailed description room appointments in Russian and English.
Tour of the refectory
Elegantly decorated ceiling in the refectory.
Ceiling in the refectory
The halls also contain furniture, lamps and other antiques. Some things were brought here from other museums, and some were recreated from drawings of that time.
One of the halls of the Palace
The painting of the walls and ceilings reminded me very much of the decoration of the halls of the Yusupov Palace in Moscow. Perhaps the same people were involved in the restoration?
Directly, the royal throne.
Royal throne
A tour of the palace is a kind of quest, where all sorts of secret doors, passages and beautiful halls await you. Moreover, it gives museum curators special pleasure to watch how a tourist cannot find a way out. Can you imagine how many times a day they see this?
Transition from one tower to another
The king’s chambers end in a room called “soap room,” that is, a bathhouse. From the “soap shop” there is a passage to the Queen’s chambers. Everything is logical, in general.
Queen's mansion
In the queen’s chambers I wandered in splendid isolation, since I had little time. All groups were left behind.
While walking near the palace I saw this advertisement. in case it comes in handy for someone. I think that wedding photos inside the palace should turn out very beautiful.
Marriage registration in Kolomensky Palace
Overall, I liked the inside of Alexei Mikhailovich’s palace. I would recommend it to parents with children and those interested in history. Here the history of the first Romanovs is collected bit by bit.
Just when I finished exploring the Palace, my friend finally arrived. And we went for a walk in the park together.
How to get there
Address of the Alexey Mikhailovich Palace in Kolomenskoye: m. Kashirskaya, prospect Yu.V. Andropova, 39, building 69.
Opening hours of the palace in Kolomenskoye: from 10-00 to 17-30. (ticket office until 16-45), Monday - closed.
Audio guide cost: 100 rubles - on the territory of "Mansion of the Tsar and Princes" (sounding - 45 minutes), 150 rubles on the territory of "Mansion of the Tsar and Princes. Mansion of the Queen" (recording 1 hour 15 minutes), deposit 1000 rubles. The audio guide can be rented directly at the Palace, in the lobby of the Royal Chambers. Pick-up time is from 12-00 to 17-00.
Exhibits: palace interiors, “Treasures of Russian art of the 17th century”
For groups, museum guides offer excursions:“The female half of the Kolomensky Palace”, “The male half of the Palace”, “The state chambers and private chambers of the Kolomensky Palace” and others.
If you still like to visit such objects with a tour, we recommend purchasing a tour to the Kolomna Palace from our partners. Details - here >>>
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The Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye is a unique example of a historical building, completely recreated literally from scratch. The fact is that the original Kolomna Palace, built in the 17th century as the hunting residence of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, literally fell apart in less than a century due to lack of government funding: the stairs and roofs collapsed, and the unsightly ruins were soon completely dismantled.
The construction was exceptional: the palace was entirely wooden, designed in the spirit of ancient Russian towers and cages and fantastically richly decorated.
Meanwhile, the construction was exceptional: the palace was entirely wooden, designed in the spirit of ancient Russian cage towers and fantastically richly decorated: gilded doors, painted scaly roofing, sculptures of “roaring” lions near the throne and other attributes of “simple luxury.”
The reconstruction of the palace lasted more than 15 years - from the 1990s until 2010, when the building was officially opened to visitors. In the 24 halls of the Kolomna Palace, historical interiors of the 17th century were painstakingly recreated: the Tsar's Mansion (10 halls), the Study, the Bedchamber, the Dining Room, the Duma and Throne Chambers, the Front Porch and the richly decorated Mansion of the Queen, as well as the Mansion of the Tsarevichs and Princesses. Excursions and exhibitions are held.
Practical information
Address: Moscow, Andropova Ave., 39 (Kolomenskaya metro station). Web site .
Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday, Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00, Saturday from 11:00 to 19:00. Closed on Monday.
Cost of visiting: Comprehensive ticket - 350 RUB, discounted ticket - 100 RUB. Prices on the page are for October 2018.
The wooden palace of Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye became accessible to the public relatively recently. In 2010, on Moscow City Day, its grand opening took place.
First, a little history. We need to understand where we’ve come to and what’s interesting about this palace!
Kolomenskoye is one of the most ancient residences of Russian tsars. In the 1660s, Alexei Mikhailovich decides to make sweeping changes here to highlight an important stage of his reign. In 1667, the Truce of Andrusovo was signed with the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, according to which Russia received the territories of Left Bank Ukraine and lands that were conquered by the Poles during the Time of Troubles. In the same year, the Great Moscow Council approved a number of functions as a spiritual ruler for the tsar.
On May 2, 1667, the foundation stone ceremony of the palace took place in a solemn atmosphere, which reflected the theme of the triumph of Russian statehood and Orthodoxy. And five years later, on August 27, 1672, the palace was built and consecrated. The palace of Alexei Mikhailovich was designed to show the greatness of the king and the power of his power. It was called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Contemporaries were amazed by the beauty of its interior decoration and appearance. But in the 18th century, when the capital of Russia was moved to St. Petersburg, Kolomenskoye lost its former significance. The palace of Alexei Mikhailovich was dilapidated, despite the fact that they tried their best to preserve it, and gradually collapsed. And as a result, in 1767, Empress Catherine II ordered it to be dismantled, having first made detailed measurements and drawings. The palace in Kolomenskoye existed for exactly 100 years. But thanks to the thoughtfully made drawings, it was possible to restore it in every detail, and now anyone can see with their own eyes the real royal mansions.
We have already been to the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye once. This was just on the day of its opening. We wandered around, but didn't go inside. This time we decided to go to the palace, if possible with a tour.
Ticket prices. The palace is divided into a male half and a female half. The cost of tickets for viewing only the male half is 250 rubles. (preferential 120 rubles), only for women – also 250 rubles. (preferential 120 rubles), all together – 400 rubles (preferential 200 rubles), photography – 110 rubles, (I have no idea why such an uneven amount), excursion – 100 rubles. Moreover, the tour is conducted throughout the entire palace, which means only for those who bought a full ticket to visit the palace. But that's the way it should be. In practice, those who bought tickets only for the men's half and only for the women's half are also included in the excursion. A complete set (if you go together) of 2 tickets, 2 excursions and photography will cost 1110 rubles. Not bad, though! In terms of price, you can compare the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich with. This is the first state museum with such ticket prices as I was in. Therefore, of course, it is more profitable to, as if by chance, mix in with the crowd of excursionists and walk with them around the palace.
Opening hours. The palace is open from 10.00 to 18.00. In this case, the box office stops selling tickets an hour before closing.
There is a cannon like this near the entrance to the palace. There are a lot of people who want to be photographed riding on it. Interesting shot it worked out, however).
The tour starts from the men's half. We made it to the very beginning and were among those impudent people who clung to the normal sightseers. The guide was a woman dressed in a traditional national Russian sundress; on her head, as expected, was a kokoshnik. We walked through the rooms and halls of the male half of the palace, listening to the guide, who talked about all the rooms, what they were intended for, various stories associated with them, interior features, design styles, what the builders used to decorate the rooms and halls, and also some facts from the life of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich.
Corridor connecting the vestibule of Alexei Mikhailovich's palace with the Dining Chamber
Various holidays were celebrated here and foreign guests were received. I was surprised to learn that on ordinary days the tsar was served only one or two dishes, and not as in the famous film “Ivan Vasilyevich Changes His Profession,” where a full table was set. The king observed all church fasts and such banquets were held only on holidays. On the holiday, everyone present could be brought 70 (!) dishes. How did all this fit into them?! Interesting fact- the more noble the boyar, the closer he sat to the king at the table during receptions and celebrations. Sometimes there were even fights for a place closer to the king.
Dining room of the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich
Duma Chamber. Reception room in the king's personal chambers. Here they paid salaries and presented awards, and submitted petitions to the king. The Boyar Duma could also meet in this room.
Throne Chamber. Place for ceremonial receptions. Here the king received foreign ambassadors and presented gifts to his entourage. It was a state chamber, something like a throne room. Accordingly, it is decorated luxuriously: tiles, paintings on the windows and ceiling, icons in gold frames, scenes depicting kings Solomon and David. Well, and, of course, the royal throne, made of sandalwood, lined with gold and silver plates and decorated precious stones. The original is in . Near the throne of Alexei Mikhailovich there are mechanical lions with moving heads, sparkling eyes and roaring sounds (which are more like sounds from a clogged water pipe).
Bedchamber. Small room. It was difficult to accommodate the entire excursion crowd here. The bed is also small, because... At that time it was customary to sleep sitting up. It was believed that the soul travels somewhere at night, and if in the morning it sees that its owner is in a lying position, it may not return to him.
The room of Tsarevich Fyodor Alekseevich. He ascended the throne at the age of 16, in 1676, after the unexpected death of his father. It was under him that the luxurious Dining Chamber was created, see above.
Soap shop. That's what the bathhouse used to be called. They washed themselves here... quite logical.
The Palace of Alexei Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye may well lay claim to a city landmark that is a must-see. It is not necessary to go inside, because... In my opinion, there is nothing super interesting there for the money they ask for entry. But everyone should see the palace from the outside.
Here are some more photos of the palace in Kolomenskoye.
How to get from the metro:
From metro station Kashirskaya: exit the metro, cross Kashirskoye Shosse and Andropov Avenue and you’re at your destination!
What is interesting about the historical and artistic reconstruction of the “Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich” in Kolomenskoye. How to get there, opening hours and ticket prices 2019.
In Kolomensky Park, surrounded by picturesque groves, there is a place that was once called the eighth wonder of the world - the palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. The monument of Russian architecture of the 17th century is made with strict adherence to the canons of Russian wooden architecture and resembles an intricate toy. Onion turrets, carved platbands, high porches, painted tiles on the roof - everything gives the impression of a fairy tale and transports the guest to ancient times. The same ones when stone columns and European palaces were unknown to the Russian land.
Historical reconstruction of the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich
It’s funny, but the most Russian part was built not at all during the times of fairy tales and epics, but quite recently, just a few years ago. The building completely replicates the original royal palace that stood here in the 17th century. Later it was abandoned and dismantled due to active destruction. True, the thrifty Catherine the Second saved the drawings and measurements, thanks to which it became possible to rebuild this splendor anew.
The body of the building is made of metal and concrete, like any modern buildings, but a wooden skeleton is “put on top” of it. Therefore, it seems that Alexei Mikhailovich’s palace is made entirely of logs, like its predecessor. Inside, guests also see log walls. On the one hand, the external appearance of wood is not damaged, on the other hand, concrete is somehow more reliable and durable.
Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich: excursions
The structure has many entrances and exits, so finding the actual entrance for visitors is not always possible the first time. Inside, like a real palace, there are 270 different rooms and premises: there are living quarters, utility rooms and all kinds of utility rooms. True, not all of them are open to visitors - about a dozen rooms are available for tourists.
There is a separate exhibition of 17th century art, the entrance to which is from another porch with separate tickets.
Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich in Moscow / Photobank Lori
To visit the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich, it is best to book an excursion to make it more interesting and educational. This is the only way to find out why the king had so much silverware, why he had such a short bed, and how the sacrament of washing the sovereign in the bath took place. The guides are dressed in the attire of the prince and princess, and the stories are very lively and interesting. In general, it’s an unforgettable pleasure, even if it comes at an additional cost. But let's return to the palace itself.
Interior decoration and royal chambers
The royal chambers are the men's half. Here, visitors will find an analogue of the modern foyer, where guests and boyars waited for the Tsar. Here you can see typical Russian furniture - benches and chests. Antique dishes made of copper and silver are also on display here - vases, cups, plates, jugs, etc. All these are gifts from foreign guests, since Russia did not have its own gold and silver and the tsars highly welcomed gifts from precious metals, which is why they were known as misers and money lovers .
The dining room where feasts were held. Here, on wide tables, replicas of typical dishes and treats that were treated to dear guests are carefully placed. Here are baked swans, quails, the crown of culinary creations - made from sugar mass white stone Kremlin. Surprisingly, you won't see any chairs here. Only the Tsar-Father had the right to sit at the table, and the rest of the guests ate while standing. The walls of this part of Alexei Mikhailovich's palace are painted brightly and pathetically; the abundance of gold paint is striking. If you look at the ceiling, you can see unique paintings of the starry sky with the signs of the zodiac, the sun and the moon. At that time, this was a breakthrough, since in enlightened Europe in some places the earth was still considered flat.
Dining room in the palace in Kolomenskoye / Photobank Lori
Following the dining room is the king's study. It does not represent anything special and even amazes with its modest size. Here you can see a table, chairs, a secretary, and cabinets. On the table, as if from tsarist times, there was an unfinished game of chess. Ancient books are displayed on stands.
The royal bedchamber is an amazing place. First of all, the size of the sovereign’s bed is striking: it is so short that it fits only a dwarf or a gnome. But everything is explained more simply: in those days, sleeping lying down was considered harmful, so people who cared about their health had to meet Morpheus while sitting. But otherwise everything is as it should be - a canopy, embroidered pillows - everything according to status and upper class. You can also see one of the stoves, decorated with unique tiles. They say that under the royal chambers there is a kindling room, where previously servants were always on duty, protecting the sovereign. If anything, the servants died first, but the monarch was not threatened by carbon monoxide.
The throne room is the heart of the palace. There is not much space here, especially since it is unclear how the tsar managed to receive crowds of boyars in such a cramped room. Especially if you add to this that they had to wear sable fur coats to their toes - and this in such heat. With this approach, you will become a hater of furs and join the conservationists! But the throne room is interesting for others: there is a throne with golden lions that move and emit a menacing roar at the press of a button. It is known for certain that Alexey Mikhailovich was a fan of various mechanisms and cunning devices. He loved to show his animals to guests, plunging foreign ambassadors and merchants into a state of shock. The ceilings in the chamber are also painted, but instead of the starry sky, it is decorated with King David and Solomon.
The royal baths are the most intimate. Not a single tour of the royal residence is complete without a visit to the soap houses - the old royal baths. True, if you don’t say it, you won’t guess it right away. The same wooden shelves and steps, wooden panels on the walls, only in the center there is a large basin in which Alexei Mikhailovich washed himself before and after sinful deeds, as he himself liked to say. Previously, hot coals were placed under the makeshift bath, so the water did not cool down and the sovereign could warm himself as much as he wanted.
The women's part of the palace. It’s not so interesting here; there are handicrafts, furniture, and a bed. The queen had her own throne, although without secrets. In one of the rooms you can see an embroidery machine. Much more interesting is the so-called Blue Living Room of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna. The furnishings here are noticeably more luxurious, there are carved baroque furniture and interior items. And there are images of the empress herself in the form of paintings on the walls.
Elizabeth Petrovna's chambers in Kolomenskoye / Photobank Lori
Children's and youth part of the palace. In the chambers of the princes, the most interesting is considered to be the training chamber, or simply a school classroom with desks and chairs. At one time, the granite of science was gnawed here by the first emperor of Russia - Peter the Great. As a child, he had 15 brothers and sisters. True, less than half survived to adulthood. And it was here that most of the royal youth spent their youth.
Despite the stormy criticism of historians about the inconsistency of many elements with the original, the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich gives a detailed idea of the life of the Tsar in the 17th century and the architecture of that time. A walk through the palace chambers will be interesting for both history buffs and the simply curious.
Opening hours and ticket prices
The tower of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich is open to visitors daily from 10-00 to 18-00. The day off is Monday, like most museums.
Ticket prices to the palace in Kolomenskoye:
To cover everything in one fell swoop, you can purchase a comprehensive ticket - “The Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. Historical and artistic reconstruction". It includes a visit by the choir to the Tsar, as well as the princes and Tsarina Elizabeth Petrovna.
