Kamergersky lane

Kamergersky Lane in Moscow – one of the favorite places for walking, which is popular among the guests of the city and the residents of the capital of Russia themselves. Despite its short length (only 250 meters), this attraction boasts a rich history and numerous mysteries that shroud the origin of the name.

History of Appearance

A short street appeared in the 16th century. The lane began to attract the attention of the townspeople after the construction of the convent. The monastery, unfortunately, has not survived to our times, as it was destroyed by fire in 1812. Despite this, dilapidated monastic buildings flaunt here to this day.

The history of Kamergersky lane is connected with Ivan the Terrible. According to historical data, it was here that the yard of the Sobakins, who were relatives of Marfa Vasilievna (the third wife of Ivan Vasilyevich), was located. Later, these lands passed into the possession of the Streshnevs. The tribal family set up a beautiful garden with fruit trees in the corner of the alley.

Gradually, the appearance of the city changed, as did the famous lane itself. It was owned by the princes Dolgorukovs. During this period there was a princely stable and a monastery cemetery. And this is with a lane width of only 7 meters.

Many people visit Kamergersky Lane to see where they once lived:

• writers Odoevsky, Tolstoy, Kassil and other writers;
• actors Kachalov, Khmelev, Sholokhov and other figures of the film industry of the USSR;
• composer Prokofiev;
• artist Tropinin.

Now this place is considered the cultural heritage of the country. It is here that you can admire the buildings that were built according to the designs of the most famous architects – Shekhtel, Chichagov, Yuditsky, Freidenberg. And these once simple houses of an elite street were inhabited by famous personalities.

Interesting facts

The rich historical heritage of the street, overflowing with architectural monuments of the past, is difficult to fit into a few pages. But it is simply impossible to mention these interesting facts related to the Moscow landmark. Here are some of them:

1. The street was considered theatrical until the middle of the 20th century, as artists lived here.
2. Local buildings offer an excellent view of the Moscow Art Theater Museum and the Sergei Prokofiev Museum, which is open to the public.
3. In the 1920s, the Tenth Muza cafe was located here, which became a favorite place for Mayakovsky, Bryusov, Yesenin and other writers.
4. After the reconstruction of Moscow, the lane could become part of the Central Semicircle, but the project was changed.
5. The lane is open to pedestrians only – Driving here has been strictly prohibited since 1998.
6. It is here that the oldest bookstore "The House of Pedagogical Books" still operates today.

Having been here once, not a single tourist will be able to forget the beauty and originality of the remarkable buildings – Tolmacheva's apartment building, Odoevsky's estate, the electric theater, the house of the writers' cooperative, the Chevalier hotel and restaurant.