“Hodegetria of Smolensk” is the most valuable and famous icon of the Assumption Cathedral. The brochure describes mysterious fate of the icon that is inseparably connected with fate of Smolensk Region. “Hodegetria of Smolensk” is one of the most respected icons among residents of Smolensk.
The first issue of this regional almanac gives information about the history of Roslavl district from olden times to nowadays. You’ll get acquainted with interesting archive material and history of the Russian Orthodox Church. The regional almanac “Rostislavl” contains information about famous natives of Roslavl, connected with culture, science, religion.
Smolensk and Smolensk Region are fully described in a detailed tourist guidebook - “Welcome to Smolensk Region”. It acquaints you with all districts of Smolensk Region, its features and sights. Here you are sure to find detailed information about Smolensk museums and churches, memorials and monuments – all that make the city one of a kind and add to its uniqueness. The guidebook contains information about hotels and motels where tourists can stay while visiting Smolensk.
The tourist guidebook “Welcome to Smolensk Region” is bilingual. It is written in Russian and English with a lot of colour illustrations and photographs.
Tourist directory “Museums of Smolensk Region” gives detailed descriptions of all museums of Smolensk Region – both public and private. The directory is illustrated with colour photographs.
The brochure is written with the help of the diocese of Smolensk. It gives information about the spring of the Reverend Serafim Sarovskiy and its healing properties. This spring is known not only in Smolensk region but also in the neighbouring regions and Belarus.
The brochure, devoted to the world-famous Russian composer M.I.Glinka, acquaints us with his life in “Novospasskoe” – a large estate on the territory of Smolensk Region. Glinka’s music is full of love and admiration for his native land. You won’t understand Glinka’s music unless you understand how great his love for Smolensk Region was.
