How did a whole village move? The story of \u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430 is full of surprises.
Here we stand before \u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430. It is a captivating blend of history and decay. This estate whispers tales of imperial grandeur. It also echoes with the resilience of a place transformed over time.
\u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430 once belonged to Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolaevich. Emperor Nicholas I bought the lands in the mid-19th century for his son. It became a prestigious area. Only Russia’s wealthiest and most influential people could acquire land here.
An interesting fact is that \u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430’s construction involved relocating an entire village. In 1834 Nicholas I ordered Korkulya village to be moved. The village stood in the way of the planned estate on the Peterhof highway. The villagers were resettled. However they were not happy with their new living conditions.
Locals complained. They missed their gardens. They missed their organized way of life. They were used to dividing their gardens into pairs. This added a neat appearance to their village.
The estate’s water system was also quite ingenious. Water flowed to \u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430 from the Samsonovsky canal through brick pipes. The pipes had a diameter of five decimeters. Villagers tapped into these pipes. They stole water. This theft was only discovered in 1903.
During its creation, a rational approach prevailed. N. Frost oversaw the gardening work at \u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430. Most of the existing trees were saved. They were from previous owners. The park’s plant life was expanded. Decorative elements were increased to create a park worthy of the Grand Duke. For ten years, from 1830 to 1840, gardening work was in full swing. The large territory was planted with various trees from traditional oaks to birches. The water system was also updated. Old ponds were cleaned. New streams were created.
Another distinct feature of \u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430 is its architectural elements. Sculptures and bridges catch the eye.
Today \u041c\u0438\u0445\u0430\u0439\u043b\u043e\u0432\u0441\u043a\u0430\u044f \u0434\u0430\u0447\u0430 stands as a partially preserved estate. It reflects both its noble origins and the changes it has undergone. The old oaks still remember Menshikov’s time. These ancient trees are witnesses to the triumphs and tribulations of a cultural icon over many centuries.
Now imagine the rustling of leaves. Hear the echoes of laughter. Picture the grand dukes and duchesses strolling through this estate. Today the estate’s legacy endures in its landscape. It is a blend of natural beauty and architectural remnants. It offers us a glimpse into Russia’s fascinating past.