Among the numerous sights of Moscow can be identified Poklonnaya Hill.It reminds everyone of what a feat was accomplished by people during the Second World War.It is a memorial complex, which is located between the streets of Minsk and Kutuzovsky Prospect.
Love at the memorial at the residents of the capital appeared immediately
Metropolitan public does not much trust in the museums, which are characterized by pomp and officious.Furthermore, such places can not cause people love.But the Central Museum of the Great Patriotic War on Poklonnaya Hill was able to be a pleasant exception (along with a memorial complex that surrounds it).Festive celebrations and just a pleasant stroll - all this has become typical of the complex.For Muscovites this place has become a favorite.In addition, the museum - a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to the history of their country.
First thoughts about the construction of a memorial monument
If the world held a competition to identify the monument, which has the longest history of the origin, the memorial would be able to take first place.In principle, and the Museum of the Great Patriotic War on Poklonnaya Hill is a true work of art.The need for this kind of monument is still there for the first time at a time when the war was in full swing.Namely, in 1942.It was during this period of the Union of Architects, it was decided to announce a competition in which had to select the best project of the monument in honor of the Victory.However, competition has not ended, as in 1942, all had more important things.
appearance of the park with a memorial stone
Poklonnaya Gora, namely Memorial, which was to be placed on it, has attracted interest from the government in 1955.This year Marshal Zhukov sent a note to the Central Committee in order to recall the old idea of creating a memorial.But only in 1958 was a final decision about installing a memorial stone.Three years later laid the park, which subsequently appeared memorial.
new adjustments that have prevented the emergence of a memorial complex
decision that it is necessary to build a Museum of the Great Patriotic War on Poklonnaya Hill, was adopted only in 1986, the Ministry of Culture.And like, it seemed that soon all the ideas will be implemented.However, the opening date was postponed again.Due to the reorganization and dissolution of the USSR have been made to certain adjustments.For example, to create a memorial complex, planned to raise the funds that were obtained through communist Saturday.But Saturdays and soon a thing of the distant past.
Opening of a new complex on the 50th anniversary of the Victory
But to build a museum of Great Patriotic War on Poklonnaya Hill still had.Problems on the issue decided only by 1995.50th Anniversary of Victory was marked for Muscovites discovery of the memorial complex.In addition to the museum on its territory is a huge monument dedicated to victory.There was also a chapel of St. George.Holocaust Museum, which is located in a synagogue, a mosque and many other monuments and exhibitions - all this today boasts Poklonnaya Hill.
popular place for walking and entertainment
From the moment when there was a memorial complex, many people began to choose this place for their walks.But this is understandable, since the mountain opened just delightful scenery.A huge area provides the opportunity to walk, even in the days when the celebrations are held.Rollers with cyclists can take advantage of special lanes, parents will be able to find everything you need for entertaining their children.
Poklonnaya Hill got another good tradition.It hosts numerous weddings.Newlyweds can not just walk around the memorial, but also to sign the registry office in the building.And there is our hope that with time, the tradition of this great place will only grow and multiply.
What can be seen at the museum?
himself Museum on Poklonnaya Hill is able to satisfy the thirst for knowledge as a student and adult person held.For example, everyone will be able to hold a weapon of war during one of the tours.Even to go to the dugout and try on the uniforms.Opportunities and options for tours and exhibitions, from which all will be delighted, it is a huge amount.
At the museum, you can see four exhibitions that are permanent.We are talking about military history, diorama, an art gallery and military equipment.Sufficiently strong impression can be obtained from the audio-visual systems.They will be able to show newsreels of the war period.
Absolutely all military equipment World War II, gathered together
All the military equipment, which can be seen by visiting the Museum on Poklonnaya Hill, is located in an open area in one of the pavilions.Next to it is an exhibition entitled "The engines of war."There are cars that were used during the war.Among all of the models can be seen as a well-known technique, and rare.
Technology Museum on Poklonnaya Hill can demonstrate everything the brink of war.Tanks, airplanes, railway transport, artillery and warships - all this and more can be considered very carefully.Among the exhibits there is also a technique in which the Allies fought the Soviet Union.Not without a trophy, which is able to demonstrate to everyone who wants a museum of military equipment.Poklonnaya Hill has more than three hundred samples.In addition, there is such a technique, which can be considered unique.For example, a night bomber, on which you can take to the air and today.Naturally, there is also one of the best tanks, who became a hero of the Second World War.This is the famous T-34.
Museum on Poklonnaya Hill will be able to attract the attention of many people, young and old, and with the help of armored train "Kranovostochnik", which was built in 1917.Grounds this transport were sent to the memorial complex directly from the Central Museum, dedicated to the Armed Forces.This sample is sufficiently rich history, since he not only fought against the fascists, but also with the robber bands.
Interestingly enough puterazrushitel called "Hook."Museum of War on Poklonnaya Hill has in its stock a copy of such equipment.It is engaged in the production plant Krupa.In 1943, the technique was used during the retreat.
Many will be interesting to see the settings that can be used to fire directly from the railway tracks.In this sector the fire was equal to 360 degrees.In order not to suffer from the after volley of return fire, the installation could carry some distance.
Excellent exposure able to please its unbeatable views
a considerable amount of time and effort spent on the organizers to prepare exhibits for the exhibition entitled "The engines of war."A large number of cars were ferried to the museum by private collectors.All these actions have led to the fact that everyone today can see the beautiful exhibition, which is characterized not only wheeled or tracked types of technology, but other items that were used during the war.
Due to restoration works managed to bring all the equipment in working condition.In the modern world is a huge memorial complex developed system, which presents both artistic and thematic projects.The museum has permanent exhibitions, both stationary and mobile.The museum is accessible to visitors almost every day.Only on Monday, it closed.
Conclusion
museum dedicated to the war years (1941 and 1945), and Victory Park - is a complex, which is considered to be the main element of the monument.Its height is 142 meters.In appearance it resembles a bayonet with a figure of Nike, goddess of victory.The monument is decorated with reliefs of a material such as bronze.
Museum, as well as the entire memorial complex is considered to be the main attraction.For its creation has been used a huge amount of time and effort.However, it was all done in vain suck.And to date range of pleasing all the people in the capital and other cities in the country for its excellent views and lots of entertainment.
