Standing here right in front of Chertanovo Yuzhnoye District, it’s incredible to think that this bustling expanse was once a humble village. Back in 1665, this land was home to the village of Chertanovo, mentioned for the first time in a book called “Daily notes of Prikaz of Secret Affairs.” It was so small that it didn’t even appear in the 1646 census books. But Chertanovo Yuzhnoye District is more than just a village relic. It’s a vibrant part of modern Moscow, filled with life and energy.
Imagine, back then, the district stretched to the edge of the forest park, a green jewel called Bitsa. Imagine the quiet evenings, the air filled with the scent of wildflowers and the sound of birdsong. With the passage of time, the district grew, transforming from a quaint village into a bustling city neighborhood. Chertanovo Yuzhnoye District still feels connected to its rural roots, like a whisper of the past echoing in the hustle and bustle of the present.
The district is full of surprising sights and sounds. You can take a stroll along the Kirovogradsky bul`var, a pedestrian street that stretches over the metro line. Or you can explore the park of the 30th Anniversary of the Victory, a green oasis of quiet reflection that boasts the Moscow Center of Martial Arts. Just imagine a traditional Russian meal, a steaming bowl of borscht, served in a little family restaurant tucked away on a side street. You could wander through shops, discovering local treasures and souvenirs, or linger in one of the many cafes, soaking up the atmosphere.
Don’t forget the Staropokrovskoye cemetery. This historic graveyard, founded in 1858, stands as a tangible link to the district’s past. The whispers of the past weave their way through the stories etched on its stones, marking a time when Chertanovo Yuzhnoye District was still a simple village in the heart of Russia.