Day 5: We reached the shores of Yaroslavl, another one of Russia's oldest cities, founded in 1010 by Prince Yaroslavl the Wise. Before our daily dose of history, Morgane and I had to have our daily dose of bubbly vitamin C. Mimosas with breakfast are the best way to ensure a well rounded vitamin rich diet. Once we got off the ship we began with a walking tour around the some of the city's largest historical monuments and museums. First on the list, the Transfiguration Monastery, located on the banks of the Kotorosl river. This landmark is an architectural old timer. It was here that the oldest monument of Slavic literature was founded, and served as a burial place for royalty and nobles of Yaroslavl.
We are only capable of acting like sophisticated adults for so long before our inner child needs to be entertained by the swings on the kids playground.
The next attraction on our list was the museum of Russian art. We were treated to a guided tour, taught the secret language of flower giving and hand gestures with lace fans as well as a ballroom dancing lesson accompanied to live music and champagne.
We headed over to the Cathedral of Dormition and the eternal flame.
After our tour of the cathedrals and museums we had some free time to roam around the city. We found a shaded spot in the restaurant, to sit for a few, enjoy a cold beer, which was served to us with a straw, interesting. What is more interesting is the menu. Not only do they sell cigarettes on the menu, they also encourage the purchase of gum as a "great choice" under the cigarette column, good stuff. Nostrovia.
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