knysna 550 catamaran for sale

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Performance, blue water sailing catamaran, knysna 500se.

Light, quick, and robust, the Knysna 500SE is the ultimate in comfort, luxury, and performance. Customise the interior to your personal preference and make it truly your home on the high seas with a range of high-quality appliances, beautiful finishes, and fabrics. Fully-equipped as a liveaboard, the 500SE is an international benchmark in catamaran standards. Ideal for adventurous blue water cruising yachtsman the world over.

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Luxurious and accommodating, the exclusive Knysna 550 is superior craftsmanship at its finest. The added flybridge provides a commanding vantage point leaving more room to configure your dream catamaran interior to your exacting specifications with only the highest-quality finishes. Also available as a cruising power catamaran, the 550 offers the thrill of high-performance sailing at an entirely new level of comfort.

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• Boat REF#  ·  314316
• Length  ·  16.55m
• Year  ·  New
• Construction  ·  GRP
• Underwater profile  ·  Multihull
• Sleeping berths  ·  8
• Engine  ·  2 x diesel 80hp, Yanmar
• Lying  ·  Eastern Cape

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230V AC, 50 Hz network, 12 x 220V AC outlets. 2 x inverter ( 24V / 4000Kw). 1 x shore power charging unit (Mastervolt Chargemaster 24 / 100-3) Fisher Panda DC generator 6.4Kw. 4 x monocrystiline 400W glass solar panels with 2 x solar charger SCM-60 (MPPT).

Sloop rigged Sparcraft Aluminium spars with Stainless Steel standing rigging

Main sail fully battened cross cut Dacron. Furling genoa radial cut Dacron complete with UV strip. Optional sail plan available

Electrical Systems

12 / 24 volt battery, 7 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power, generator

Construction

Construction: Hulls and bridgedeck hand laid with e-glass and vinyl ester resin thoughout. Closed cell 80 density. PVC foam core vacuum bagged to outer laminate and balanced with hand laid inner laminate. Monolithic area's and coosa board reinforcements between laminates. Structural bulkheads infused with 25mm closed cell PVC foam core and laminated directly to hull and bridgedeck. Watertight crash bulkheads in bows. Structural keels, integrated into hulls. Isophthalic gelcoat - White.

Accommodation

16000 BTU air conditioner in saloon. 2 x 12000 BTU air conditioners (one for port side and one for starboard side). Captain’s desk with power points for laptop and navigational gear. Vanity area with seat, mirror and power points. Flat-screen television. Open-ended double berth with down-lights and reading lights. Foam mattress and headboard. Spacious, private heads. Large shower area. Dressing area with shelving and hanging cupboards. Electric fan (optional). Stereo sound (optional). Courtesy LED strip lighting in certain areas. Spacious counter for entertaining guests in saloon or cockpit area. 200 L Isotherm combo fridge freezer. 90 L Isotherm deep-freezer. Brushed stainless steel AEG Eurogas oven and grill. Mirror-finish 32-litre microwave. Hot and cold fresh water. Double bowl sink. Laminate/vinyl flooring. Navigation desk. Stereo entertainment system. Bar counter. Ocean Air blinds. Custom upholstery finishes for all seating areas. Custom selection of fabrics, textures, trims and coverings. Upholstered roof panels. Laminate/vinyl flooring.

4 burner propane Stove

1 halyard winches 2 sheet winches Electric windlass (with remote control) 2 anchors (55 kg Rocna and 20 kg Danforth) 75.00m of chain 25.00m of rode dinghy (Inflatable) 0hp outboardWinches: 2 x 60 Self tailing electric winches (Chrome). 4 x 50 Self tailing winches (Chrome). 1 x 30 Self tailing winch (Chrome). Anchor windlass, electric 2000w with deck switches. Electronic chain counter (wired remote fixed at helm). Anchor bridle.

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6 bilge pumps (2 manual / 4 electric)

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Lola | 2022 Knysna 500SE

South africa, south africa.

Lola | Knysna 500SE

Us $1,300,000.

Mark Wattrus

 Office: +1 215-508-2704   Mobile: +1 843 614-2028   [email protected]

Why wait on a new build? Here is a fantastic opportunity to own a recently launched and highly desirable 2022 Knysna 500SE Catamaran: Fully Equipped as a complete bluewater cruiser, Lola is a sleek and solid sailing catamaran. Made for luxury cruising and easy sail handling, this catamaran features a high-end interior fit and finish, carbon in-boom furling mainsail, a fully protected raised helm, large solar array with a lithium battery bank and a two-year manufacturer warranty. Designed by Angelo Lavranos, Lola sports a 3 cabin owners’ version, galley up with a large saloon and cockpit for entertaining. Every option has been carefully hand-selected to create the ultimate owner experience. Construction: (CE Certified) and constructed using E-glass & vinyl-ester laminate with 80 density closed cell PVC foam core (GRP). Hulls and bridgedeck hand laid with e-glass and vinyl ester resin throughout. PVC foam core vacuum bagged to outer laminate and balanced with hand laid inner laminate. Structural bulkheads infused with 25mm closed cell PVC foam core and laminated directly to hull and bridge deck Selected options Engines: 2 x 57 hp common rail Yanmar – diesel engines and SD 60 sail drives Electric furling mainsail 1 x screecher rigging package with top down furler (Karver) and rigging 1 x annodised alluminium electrical davit system with "swim / dive platform" max load 125Kg per davit 2 x secondary 110 Amp alternators including regulators

Specifications

• Builder: Knysna
• Beam: 27' 0"
• Draft: 3' 6"
• Displacement: 35274 lbs
• Status: Active

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• Designer: Angelo Lavranos

MEASUREMENTS

• Length Overall: 50 ft
• Length Waterline: 45.15 ft
• Max Draft: 3' 6"
• Displacement: 35274 lb
• Beam Measure: 27' 0"
• Engine Brand: Yanmar
• Engine Model: Common Rail diesel engines and SD 60 sail drives
• Engine Type: Inboard
• Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
• Engine Power: 57 hp

Accommodations

• Number of cabins: 3
• Number of heads: 3

Length overall 15.24 m / 50.00 ft

Length waterline 13.77 m / 45.15 ft

Mast height above waterline 20.0 m / 65.6″

Beam 7.96 m / 27 ft

Draft 1.21 m / 3’11.5″

Displacement (DWL) 16 000 kg / 35 274 lbs

Genoa 50.00 m2 / 538.00 ft2

Mainsail 75.00 m2 / 800 ft2

Engines 2 x 57 hp

Water Capacity 600lt / 158.5 US gal

Fuel Capacity 600lt / 158.5 US gal

Construction

• E-glass & vinyl-ester laminate with 80 density closed cell PVC foam core
• Declaration of conformity to CE standards
• 2 year structural guarantee

Vessel Walkthrough

• 3 cabins & 3 head layout with (1 )master suite & (2) guest cabins

HULL, DECK AND SUPERSTRUCTURE

• Hulls and bridge deck hand laid with e-glass and vinyl ester resin throughout. Closed cell 80 density.
• PVC foam core vacuum bagged to outer laminate and balanced with hand laid inner laminate.
• Monolithic areas and coosa board reinforcements between laminates.
• Structural bulkheads infused with 25mm closed cell PVC foam core and laminated directly to hull and bridge deck
• Watertight crash bulkheads in bows
• Structural keels, integrated into hulls (foam filled)
• Isophthalic gelcoat – White
• 5 x coats of gel shield primer
• 2 x coats of ablative anti-fouling – black
• Vinyl wrap in metallic gunmetal

Rudders and Steering

• 2 x Balanced spade rudders, with reinforcement (foam filled)
• 2 x 316 Stainless steel stocks in Vesconite bushes
• Hydraulic bulkhead steering system
• 32″ stainless steel helms wheel – leather covered: Leather color – Grey
• 2 x Yanmar Propellers — upgraded to Bruntons feathering props
• 2 x rope cutters (Ambassador to fit Bruntons feathering props)
• 2 x 57 hp common rail Yanmar – diesel engines and SD 60 sail drives (fresh water cooled)
• 2 x exhaust systems
• 2 x exhaust blowers
• Twin top engine throttle controls
• Battery cables and connections
• 2 x exhaust anti – siphon valves

2 x engine beds and fittings

• 2 x engine compartments (under aft bunks)
• 2 x engine instrument panels
• upgrade to Yanmar VCS electronic throttle control and engine displays

Fuel system

• Built in tank approximately 600 litres (158.5 US gal) – VE 671 resin & fiberglass
• Deck filler fitted on tank
• 2 x fuel filter with water traps (Racor FG500)
• 9 x stop cocks
• Tank inspection hatch
• Tank sender (fuel gauge)
• 1 x CE approved flame arrestor
• 1 x fuel scrubber (FPS80S04 – fuel polishing system 80 series 24v)
• Built in tank approximately 600 litres (158.5 US gal) – VE 679 resin & fiberglass
• Tank sender
• Overflow fitting into chain locker
• Inlet from watermaker

HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Cooling)

• Self-contained 16000 BTU aircon in saloon
• 2 x self-contained 12000 BTU air conditioners (one for port side and one for starboard side)
• AC waterpump with 3-way balancing manifold
• 4 x gimbal cabin fans (galley, cabins, other) – (3 cabin layout)
• Marine distribution board (230V AC | 24V DC | 12V DC)
• Appropriately sized multicore wires in conduits
• Set of control boxes divided into the boat include breakers and relays
• 24V DC network
• 3 x 24V 230 amp hour lithium Ion batteries
• Battery management system (7″ touch screen LCD display)
• Additional 230 amp hour lithium Ion batteries
• 2 x secondary 110 Amp alternators including regulators
• 12V DC network
• 3 x AGM (sealed & maintenance free) engine and generator 12V starter batteries
• 230V AC, 50 Hz network
• 12 x 230V AC outlets in Brushed grey 20642.C15
• Inverter (24V / 4000Kw)
• Additional inverter (24V / 4000Kw)

Shore power/Charging

• Shore power charging unit 24V
• Shore power cable 50A – 220V + pigtail to 2x30A – 110V
• Built in Fisher Panda DC generator 4.8Kw
• Water / gas splitter box for generator – water is ejected below waterline for dampening exhaust noise
• 2 x monocrystiline 400W glass solar panels (mounted on coachroof)
• Solar mppt for 2 x 400W glass solar panels
• 2 x “walk-on” type solar panels SR186L (186 watts each) – middle of coachroof and below boom
• Ssolar mppt for 2 x SR186L “walk-on” solar panels
• 2 x “walk-on” type solar panels SR186Q (186 watts each) – port side of coachroof in front of sliding hatch
• Solar mppt for 2 x SR186Q “walk-on” solar panels
• 2 x “walk-on” type solar panels SR186L (186 watts each) – forward edge of coachroof
• Solar mppt for 2 x SR186L “walk-on” solar panels
• 1 x bi-colour navlight on bow
• 1 x tri-colour navlight on mast
• 1 x steaming light
• 1 x stern light
• 1 x anchor light
• 1 x decklight
• LED downlighting arranged thoughout the yacht including combination of red and white in cockpit & saloon
• 12 x touch control service lights (forepeaks, engine bays, showers & distribution board)
• LED light above washup in galley
• 2 x silicon diffused LED lights integrated into bulkhead cappings
• Flexible led light positioned above saloon setee
• 6 x adjustable reading lights one above each berth – 3 cabin only
• Flexible linear LED courtecy lighting thoughout interior (saloon, galley, cabins, vanities and companion ways)
• 2 x underwater lights
• 1 x light at end of boom
• Search light with remote control at helm and hand held remote
• 2 x spreader lights to illuminate mast (1st spreader facing downward)

ELECTRONICS AND NAVIGATION

Navigation and Sailing Instruments

• 2 x Garmin GMI 20
• Garmin reactor 40 autopilot package
• Autopilot hydraulic pump
• Garmin gwind package (includes 1 x tri-data transducer, 1 x GMI20 sailing instrument)
• GPS 24 NMEA 2000 antenna
• Garmin 12″ chart plotter GPS Map 8412
• Garmin 16″ chart plotter upgrade to GPS Map 8416xsv (includes sonar module)
• Garmin GMR 18xHD radar – including mast mounted radar bracket
• Garmin AIS 800 + 1 x AIS antenna GA38 GPS \ glonass
• Garmin GRID 20 wired remote for MFD (fitted in saloon)
• Airmar P319 (50/200 kHz) depth transducer
• Garmin Panoptix forward facing sonar (PS51TH)

Entertainment

• 12V entertainment system – Fusion-type MS RA-70
• 100 watt sound panel – white RV-FS402W (mounted above sliding door in cockpit)
• 2 x 4.5″ speakers – Fusion XS Series Classic White (mounted in cockpit)
• 40″ 230V flat screen TV – saloon
• 24″ 230V flat screen TV – owners cabin
• Media server (Synology NAS Drive)
• HD homerun digital TV tuner (North & South America)

Communications

• Garmin GHS11ii wired radio and antenna
• Iridium GO satphone with marine installation kit
• Omni-directional, marine & coastal LTE MIMO antenna
• Omni-directional, marine & coastal WiFi WAN antenna
• 5G Industrial cellular router
• Ethernet switch (8 port)

Security and Surveillance

• Garmin (GC200) forward facing camera mounted on first spreader
• Garmin (GC200) aft facing camera mounted on first spreader
• Garmin (GC200) downward (deck) facing camera mounted on mast head
• Garmin (GC200) cockpit camera aft facing mounted above saloon sliding door
• 2 x 24V fresh water pressure pumps with accumulator
• 40L calorifier 230V AC with element and thermostat (connected to stbd engine for heat exchange)
• Fresh water “pull-out” hand-held shower at transom (hot / cold)
• Watermaker modular schenker 100 lt per hour
• Deck wash with outlet only (mounted at foredeck)
• Deck wash & dock connection (mounted aft side of curved cockpit bench) – with pressure regulating valve
• Exterior fixed mounted shower head & mixer (hot and cold) – mounted on port side coachroof support
• 80L moulded blackwater tank in port forepeak (gravity discharge) with fittings
• 80L moulded blackwater tank in stbd forepeak (gravity discharge) with fittings
• 80L moulded blackwater tank stdb midship (gravity discharge) with fittings
• 2 x built in grey water tanks including inspection hatch, strainers and filters
• 2 x 24V grey water pumps
• 2 x 24V electric bilge pumps
• 2 x manual bilge pumps
• 24V electonic solenoid valve
• 24V gas snuffer – saloon / galley area
• Separate gas installation dedicated only on transom BBQ – only when no gas installation required on yacht

Standing Rigging

• Aluminium anodized mast with fwd crossbeam and compression strut
• 2 x sets of spreaders with leather protectors on ends
• Aluminium boom with integrated gantry for tender handling
• 2 x chain plates with cap shrouds
• Batt-car system C
• Upgraded to mechanical furling boom – carbon

Mainsheet System

• Traveler track
• Traveler controls and tackle 3:1
• Single block & bracket
• Traveler car circulating torlon ball system
• 4 x single blocks
• 2 x 24V 50.2 Self tailing electric winches (black)
• 5 x 46.2 Self tailing winches (black)
• 2 Self tailing winch (black)
• 2 x lock in winch handles

Running Rigging

• Main sheet with tackle
• 2 x genoa sheets
• 4 x halyards, main, genoa, storm jib
• Rigging for boom gantry for tender handling (max weight 200Kg)

Genoa System

• 2 x foot blocks & jammer for roller furler
• 2 x 1.5m genoa tracks with stop ends
• 2 x genoa tri-roller cars
• Electrical furling system for the genoa sail (NDE2/C430 roller furler)

ANCHORAGE AND MOORING

• 40kg galvanized Rocna anchor and swivel
• 75m (10mm) anchor chain & 25m (18mm) anchor warp
• 15kg galvanized Dan Forth anchor, 10m (8mm) chain, 30m (18mm) anchor warp
• Anchor windlass electric 1500w with deck switches
• Main anchor bridle – 16 meters
• Electronic chain counter (wired remote fixed at helm)
• 6 x large (330mm) mooring cleats
• 2 x Medium (260mm) mooring cleats
• 4 x mooring warps 16mm – 12m in length
• 2 x mooring warps 16mm – 6m in length
• 6 x cylindrical fenders std size
• 6 x fender socks
• 1 x fully battened cross cutt Dacron Main Sail (79 m2 / 800 ft2) with lazy jacks (branded with KYC emblem) – Upgraded main sail to North Sails (NPL tour Xi white NorLam Xi09 CRW)
• Easy stow stack-pack for main sail
• Furling Genoa 50 m2 / 538 ft2 radial cut dacron complete with UV strip (branded with KYC emblem) — upgraded genoa sail to North Sails ( NPL tour Xi white NorLam Xi09 CRW) – color: Weathermax Grey
• Screecher rigging package with top down furler (Karver) and rigging
• Screecher sail – North Sails

TENDER AND OUTBOARD

• Zodiac CADET RIB ALU DL + 20 Suzuki (Tiller) – tender weight = 50 KG

EXTERNAL DECK FITTING, FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES

• Non – scratch 10mm grey anti – sun armour plated mineral glass to large areas including 2 panel sliding door
• 2 x fixed mineral glass portlights (hulls midship horizontal)
• 4 x fixed mineral glass slanted portlights (hulls aft diagonal)
• 2 x size 8 stainless steel fixed port lights (hulls)
• 4 x size 8 stainless steel opening port lights (hulls)
• 2 x size 47 (escape hatches in heads below trampoline)
• 30mm vinyl boot stripe on hull – 20mm above antifoul line – in Metallic Gunmetal
• 2 x stainless steel pulpits with GRP seats
• 2 x stainless steel pushpits
• 2 x trampolines with stainless steel lacing sliders
• Teak planking along catwalk
• Stainless steel mast gooseneck
• 12 x size 54 deck hatches (cabins, saloon, heads, forepeaks)
• 9 x oceanair blinds to size 54 hatches
• 2 x size 30 low profile deck hatches (saloon)
• 2 x oceanair blinds to size 30 hatches
• 2 x size 20 low profile deck hatches (saloon facing fwd at mast)
• 2 x size 4 port lights (aft cabins above headboard)
• 2 x port visors to size 4 portlights
• 2 x side railings 750mm in height including stainless steel stanchions and 2 stainless steel cable guard lines
• 2 x front railings 750mm in height from stainless steel cable guard lines – between pulpit and compression post
• 2 x stainless steel grab rails along sides of deckhouse
• 2 x stainless steel grab rails on outboard sides of sugarscoops
• 9 x stainless steel grab handles various locations
• 2 x custom large hatches above engine compartments
• 20mm vinyl deck stripe on sides of deckhouse 20mm above deck – in Metalic Gunmetal
• 15mm vinyl deck stripe on sides of deckhouse 55mm above deck – in Metallic Gunmetal
• Burmese teak table with 2 x fixed stainless steel support posts
• Integrated GRP seating with 5x underseat lockers (upholstered)
• Integrated refrigerated locker under seat (port side) in cockpit
• Large waterproof sliding hatch in cockpit (port side)
• Synthetic teak decking to cockpit floor – teak with black caulking, Sunbrella Crest Ash
• 3 x Director style chairs for cockpit dining area with Knysna Yacht Company logo – in Sunbrella Crest Ash
• Weber Gas BBQ Q2200 on stainless steel railing
• Small “wet-bar” with acrylic top above icemaker – in Avonite | Unwind 8909
• Stainless steel – bait board with acrylic top – in Avonite | Unwind 8909
• Extend flexiteek to steps leading up to deck and down onto sugarscoop steps
• Standard double stainless steel helm seat – upholstered with arm and foot rests (Knysna Yacht Company logo) – in Spradling Silvertex, Macadamia, 122-0001
• Large waterproof sliding hatch for helmsman access
• Sheet bag – Sunbrella material – in Sunbrella Crest Ash
• Fixed bimini with integrated mineral glass sunroof
• Spray dodger (roll-down) for full helm enclosure – in Weathermax Grey Sel

Transom and Sugarscoops

• Folding retractable swimming ladder (port – side)
• Anodized aluminum electrical davit system with “swim / dive platform” max load 125Kg per davit
• Synthetic teak on aft davit platform
• 4 x brackets and belts with cam lock buckles to support 4 x dive cylinders

Upholstery (exterior)

• Upholstery for cockpit seating – in Spradling Silvertex, Macadamia
• Set of roll-down blinds for complete enclosure around cockpit – in Sunbrella Crest Ash

INTERNAL – FIXTURES, FITTINGS, FINISHES AND APPLIANCES

• Internal furniture and cabinetry construction from foam core faced with high pressure laminate (HPL) in various colors – in Natural Cherry Gloss
• Finished with solid wood trims and edges – in Oak gloss with white stain
• 2 x coats paint to non-cladded surfaces (polycell ripple finish on large areas) – in China White
• All internal flooring in marine vinyl (various colors) – in Warm Teak
• Acrylic countertops in galley, and heads – in Avonite | Unwind
• Acrylic splashbacks – in Avonite | Unwind
• Acrylic basins to all heads – in Glacier White Sel

Upholstery and Blinds

• Pull down blinds to large mineral glass windows in all cabins – in Luxaflex, Duo Tone
• Spradling – full range of colors to all interior upholstered surfaces including seating and backrests
• Wall cladding, ceiling liners and headboards
• Saloon dining table with fixed stainless steel pedestals
• Upholstered seats surrounding large seating dining area – can accommodate 6 – 8 people – in Ultra Fabrics Pro
• HPL cladding to ceiling and dashboard – in Natural Cherry Gloss
• 3 x upholstered ceiling liners – in Spradling, Silvertex Ice
• Bar counter below TV unit
• 2 x bar stools for saloon area (upholstered to match) -in Spradling, Marlin Brilliant White
• Marine vinyl flooring throughout
• Saloon table converts to daybed with manually adjustable pedestals
• Mattress to saloon daybed (upholstered to match)
• 1 x double bowl wash up sink – in White
• Faucet over double bowl sink
• Cupboards and packing space
• 4 plate gas hob
• Gas oven 600mm
• 130L isotherm 12 volt fridge
• 90L isotherm 12 volt freezer
• Microwave with convection oven
• Integrated waste bin
• Upgrade to 4 plate induction stove top
• Water filter system for galley and Ice maker – 2 stage under counter water filter system

Owner’s Suite

• Standard high density foam mattresses
• Upholstered wall panels – in Spradling, Silvertex Ice
• Upholstered headboard – in Spradling Valencia, Pearlessence Metallic
• Upholstered settee in front of berth – in Spradling Marlin, MRL-3202, Pure White
• Carpet in owners cabin (belgotex – reflection) – in Belgotex – Lady Blush
• Safe with digital combination lock

Starboard Aft Cabin

• Standard high density foam mattresses (1960mm x 1420mm)
• Upholstered wall panel – in Spradling, Silvertex Ice Sel
• Upholstered headboard – in Spradling Valencia, 107-8020, Pearlessence Metallic
• Cupboards and hanging / packing space

Starboard Fwd Cabin

• Standard high density foam mattresses (1940mm x 1330mm)
• 3 x upholstered wall panels – in Spradling, Silvertex Ice
• Upholstered “step-up” to berth – in Spradling Silvertex, Ice,
• Book shelf next to berth with stainless steel railing and led lighting

Port Fwd Head

• Overhead vanity cabinet with mirror doors
• Faucet over basin
• Acrylic counter tops
• Acrylic splash-backs to counter tops
• Acrylic basin
• Marine electric fresh water flush toilet
• 2 x towel hooks
• Toilet brush

Starboard Aft Head

• Toilet brush Std

Starboard Fwd Head

• Samsung 9kg top loader washing machine
• Galley fully equipped with KYC homeware package
• Linen package
• Scatter pillows, throws and decorative items
• 5 x Battery operated smoke & carbon monoxide detectors
• Complete safety package as per SAMSA Cat A including 8 man life raft and EPIRB
• Spare parts kit

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Must visit places around Nizhny Novgorod

What is the Nizhniy Novgorod region famous for beyond its borders? There are still several places here that are ‘worshipped’ by tourists, which are definitely worth a visit.

An ‘atomic’ city

A decision was taken in 1946 to set up the country’s first nuclear scientific-production centre in Sarov. For many years this period in Russia’s history remained under lock and key. Today anyone who is interested can learn about the fundamental stages that went into creating Russia’s contemporary nuclear shield, touch the Soviet super-bomb and learn about the lives of those who stood at the threshold of the country’s nuclear might. One only need visit the historical museum of Nuclear weapons, which opened in Sarov on 13 November 1992.

Among its exhibits is the first Soviet atomic bomb the RDS-1 – the famous ‘Tatyana’, as well as the RDS-4, which was the first production atomic bomb, and the first artillery shell with a nuclear warhead, as well as the warheads belonging to the U.S.S.R.’s first strategic missiles. The precursor to the bomb of bombs, the famous RDS-1 nuclear device now stands in one of the museum’s halls. Next to this device is the console, from which the bomb was activated and the aerial bomb casing created specially for it.

The famous RDS6s ‘sloyka’, which was the world’s first hydrogen bomb, always attracts particular attention from visitors to the exhibition. Andrey Sakharov, who was still young at that time, played an active role in creating this device as a member of a group of theoreticians.

Probably the most controversial of the museum’s exhibits in Sarov is the bomb, which entered the history books under the peculiar name of the ‘Kuzkina mat’. It was this bomb, which Nikita Khrushchyov, banging his shoe fervently on the rostrum, promised to demonstrate to the Americans. The characteristics of this, the world’s most powerful experimental hydrogen bomb stir the imagination: the power of the device inside the casing was equal to 100 megatonnes of TNT. In order to better understand how much power this represents, imagine all the explosive charges used in World War Two put together, multiply this by 20 and you will arrive at an explosive device, with a power equal to that, which was readied for testing. Owing however to the initiative of Andrey Sakharov and due to the fact that the ‘mamasha’ was far too big to fit into the belly of the specially prepared Tu-95 bomber, it was reduced to half its size. On 30 October 1961 the Tsar-bomba was detonated at an altitude of 4.5 km above Novaya Zemlya.

Entry to the city of Sarov is only affected by means of a special pass, which can be drawn up when booking an excursion around the nuclear city.

Ancient monasteries

The first location, which one needs to remember, is Diveyevo. The Svyato-Troitskiy Serafimo-Diveyevskiy Monastyr (the Holy Trinity Saint Seraphym Diveyevo Monastery), the fourth and final apanage of the Mother of God, is in the heart of this village to the south of the region. The monastery is inexorably linked to the name of Saint Seraphym of Sarov and his relics are kept there. Solemnities of Saint Seraphym of Sarov are held here every August, however if you prefer not to be in a crowd of people, choose any of the other summer months for your visit.

For those who prefer ancient Russian architecture to nuclear reactors, the Makarevskiy Monastyr (Makarev Monastery) in the Lyskov district is worth a visit. This monastery was founded in 1453 by Saint Makary Uzhensky. After its inception however the cloister was smashed by the Tatars, therefore the remaining architectural structures date back to the beginning of the 17th Century. The wonderful ensemble that serves to this day as a monastery rests on the right bank of the Volga River and not only attracts pilgrims but also tourists, who want to admire this most beautiful example of ancient Russian architecture.

Gorodets, which is a contemporary of the city of Moscow, cannot be missed. This is one of Russia’s most ancient cities, and was also founded by Yuriy Dolgorukiy. It gained notoriety as one of the ‘muzey pod otkrytym nebom’ (open air museum) cities. Every house in the centre is a Cultural Heritage Site. One should definitely visit the neighbouring ‘Gorod masterov’ (Craftman’s Centre), which houses displays and traditional craft workshops for trades like: gold embroidery, gorodets painting, pottery making, wood carving, and gingerbread making.

As is often the case however, the most interesting areas are those off the beaten track.

Cherry orchards

In the village of Bolshiye Baklaldy is the world’s only cherry museum. Incidentally this trip is a must in May: the beauty of the cherry orchards in blossom defies description. The history of this location dates back to the 17th Century, when the first (varochnaya) cooking room was founded under the Boyar Boris Morozov. This was where juices, liqueurs, and marinades were prepared. They have retained their notoriety to this day. Visitors to the museum will certainly be invited to familiarise themselves with the famous taste of these products. Incidentally not only the museum, but also the whole village of Bolshiye Bakaldy is very nice, and in spring it is transformed into one enormous blossoming cherry orchard.

From these cherry orchards the road leads to the village of Buturlino, to the natural history museum, which is housed in a beautiful building constructed in the ‘provincial classicism’ style. The museum houses artefacts from ancient peasant life, displays from the Bornukov stone carving school, as well as the ‘Staraya kvartira’ – the interior of a village school teacher’s house on the eve of the outbreak of war.

The culmination of the visit has to be the Baronial village in the Gagin region, in which Antione Jomini’s estate is located. Some of the structures dating back to the beginning of the 19th Century are in semi-ruin, while others are comparatively well preserved not only externally, but also internally. A rich park is laid out around the estate. This is one of the most beautiful estates in the Nizhniy Novgorod region and it is worth making the long journey south to see it.

A tour around the old believer sketes

A trip to the north could serve as something of an alternative plan for an excursion – around the significant landmarks of the Nizhniy Novgorod community of old believers.

The first location is the village of Sharpanovo, which houses the tomb of the elderly nun Fevroniya, from which legend has it the Easter spa waters would flow, as well as other ancient old believer burial sites, and two old ponds. Locals to this day still find pre-revolutionary coins in one of these ponds - in the Chistiy prud (Clear pond). The local skete, known as Stariy Sharpan has existed for around 170 years, and was a real stronghold of the persecuted old believers.

Leaving Sharpanov we head for Sharino, the location of the tomb of the ancient monk Serapion, a devotee of the old believers, revered for more than 200 years.

The next location is Osinki, where one can visit an ancient well, from which the water never freezes over in winter, and see the memorial plaque for the monks who were burnt at the stake. Five of their tombs have been preserved, which are to this day tended lovingly by Semyonov old believers.

By the way many of these tombs are examples of a unique architecture, and are decorated with carved golbets (a monument over a grave shaped like a small wooden house or a cross with a simplified roof).

Following on from Osinok one passes in turn through the villages of Elfimovo and Komarovo, Trefilikha, and Fedoseyeva, as well as Larionovo, which houses the ‘Sem dev’ skeet.

The crowning glory of the trip is the old believers church of Nikola Chudotvortsa in Semyonov. This is an active ancient orthodox church. A visit to the Semyonov museum of art and history helps one to immerse oneself in the story of the core faith. Among the exhibits are not only everyday items from the lives of the old believers, but also ancient furniture, items of ironmongery, maps, books, photographs, and icons. Incidentally the advent of the famous Khokhloma school, in which gold shows through on painted wood, without using gold coloured paint has been linked to the community of old believers. For this to happen the item is coated with clay, and then with a sliver powder, and then linseed oil, and it is then painted, before finally another layer of linseed oil is applied. The colours grow darker after firing, and this gives rise to the famous golden Khokhloma luminescence.

For further information on excursions and to hire private tour guides visit the official Nizhniy Novgorod tourist portal http://en.tourismnn.ru/

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Districts [ edit ]

The city is divided by the River Oka into two major parts: the Upper city ( Verkhnyaya or Nagornaya chast ) on the hilly right side and the Lower city ( Nizhnyaya or Zarechnaya chast — what literally means "the part over the river") on the left bank of the river. The Upper city is the old historical part of Nizhny Novgorod, whereas the Lower city is larger, newer and consists of more industrial districts.

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History [ edit ]

The city was founded by Grand Duke George II of Russia in 1221 at the confluence of two most important rivers of his principality, the Volga and the Oka. Its name literally means Newtown the Lower , to distinguish it from the older Novgorod . A major stronghold for border protection, Nizhny Novgorod fortress took advantage of a natural moat formed by the two rivers.

Along with Moscow and Tver, Nizhny Novgorod was among several newly founded towns that escaped Mongol devastation on account of its insignificance and grew up into important centers of Russian political life during the period of Tatar yoke. For a short period of time it was the capital of the Suzdal Principality and competed with Moscow for the power in the region. However the competition with Moscow was lost and in 1392 the city was incorporated into Muscovy. Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin was built in 1508-1511 (under supervision of the Italian fortress engineers) and became one of the strongest Russian citadels. There is a legend saying that the project was initially developed with participation of Leonardo da Vinci. However there is no documented proof of Leonardo's work for that project, the only thing the legend is based on is the striking resemblance of Leonardo's sketches and the actual Kremlin schemes. The fortress was strong enough to withstand Tatar sieges in 1520 and 1536.

In 1612, the so-called national militia , gathered by a local merchant Kuzma Minin and commanded by Knyaz Dmitry Pozharsky expelled the Polish troops from Moscow, thus putting an end to the Time of Troubles and establishing the rule of the Romanov dynasty.

In 1817, the Makaryev Monastery Fair, one of the liveliest in the world the 16th-18th centuries, was transferred to Nizhny Novgorod, which thereupon started to attract numerous visitors and by the mid-19th century it turned Nizhny Novgorod into trade capital of the Russian Empire.

Under the Soviet period, the trade connections of the city were abandoned and Nizhny Novgorod became an important industrial centre instead. During the communist time the city was closed to foreigners to safeguard the security of Soviet military research. The physicist and the Nobel laureate Andrei Sakharov was exiled there during 1980-1986 to limit his contacts with foreigners.

Climate [ edit ]

The climate in the region is humid continental and it is similar to the climate in Moscow , although colder in winter, which lasts from late November until late March with a permanent snow cover.

By car [ edit ]

Nizhny Novgorod is situated on the M7/E30 road. The road is in decent condition, although with traffic it can take anywhere from 4 to 8 hours to drive to/from Moscow .

By boat [ edit ]

Turflot [dead link] , Infoflot , and many other companies operate multi-day river cruises down the Volga from early May to the end of September.

Many companies operate passenger boat service between Moscow and Astrakhan , with stops at most cities along the Volga River.

Get around [ edit ]

By foot [ edit ].

The city centre is compact and walkable. However, there are many inclines or steps from the river banks. The bridges are not pedestrian friendly since the sidewalk is very narrow and cars drive extremely fast close to the pedestrians.

By city rail [ edit ]

The City Rail connects areas where there are no metro lines. Connects with the subway at the Moscow railway station. It has 2 lines: Sormovskaya and Priokskaya. The fare by train costs 28 rubles. According to the Citicard Transport Card, the fare is 26 rubles. Also by train you can get to the nearest suburb, or transfer to suburban trains to Dzerzhinsk, Bor, Semenov or Arzamas.

By bus and trolleybus [ edit ]

As of May 2017 in each district of the city there are several city bus routes. The number of trolleybus routes is much less. In one district of the city there are 1-2 trolleybus routes. Trolleybus routes are completely absent in the Leninsky city district. It is worth noting that trolleybuses do not connect the Lower City to the Upper. This is because the trolleybuses do not have enough power to climb the mountain.

The trolleybus network is divided into 3 parts:

• The upper trolleybus network (it unites all three districts - Nizhegorodsky, Sovetsky and Prioksky) with a turning circle on the Minin Square, near the Kremlin.
• The lower trolleybus network (connects Kanavinsky, Moskovsky and Sormovsky districts)
• The Avtozavod trolleybus network (connects all the distant sleeping microdistricts among themselves)

By tram [ edit ]

Throughout the city, land trams run. The longest route of all is 417. It connects the outskirts of Avtozavodsky district with the Moskovsky Rail Terminal. The journey takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. The route passes through the sleeping areas (approximately 75% of the way). Also in remote neighborhoods there are routes of several more trams, but in most cases, they are in the Upper City. By the way, you can reach there by tram 27 or 10 directly from the Moscow railway station.

By marshrutka [ edit ]

Marshrutkas do not stop at every stop. To indicate your intention to exit a marshrutka, press a button and to indicate your intention to enter a marshrutka en-route, you need to wave your hand.

By bicycle [ edit ]

Nizhny Novgorod has not very developed bicycle infrastructure. Special bike paths exist only on the Upper-Volga and Lower-Volga embankments and on Rozhdestvenskaya Street.

The upper city is very hilly and full of steep inclines and even many locals will get off their bicycles and push their bikes up the hill by foot. Drivers can be reckless and pose a danger to cyclists. The roads can also be icy during the winter. City cyclists solve this problem by replacing summer tires with winter tires.

Also, in 2017 the implementation of a new integrated transport scheme of the city began. It provides for a large number of bicycle paths in the Upper City (including on Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street) and in the Lower City.

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Monuments [ edit ]

• Monument to Valery Chkalov, the famous test pilot of the 1930s, known for his ultra long flight from Moscow to Washington State via the North Pole.
• Maxim Gorky, at the square named after him
• Alexander Pushkin (at the entrance to the Theatre of Opera and Ballet)
• 56.327974 44.001982 26 Prince George and Saint Simon of Suzdal , The Kremlin, St. Michael the Archangel Cathedral . Monument to the founders of the city of Prince Yuri II of Vladimir (also George Vsevolodovich) and Simeon of Suzdal ( updated Jun 2017 )

Religious [ edit ]

• Pechersky Ascencion Monastery , near Sennaya Square a couple miles east of downtown, halfway down the slope to Volga. With a cathedral and several churches surrounded by a restored stone wall, the monastery is the seat of the archbishops of Nizhny Novgorod.
• A big variety of other churches and convents.

Buy [ edit ]

Sleep [ edit ]

All hotels and hostels offer free Wi-Fi and many have computer terminals. Almost all accept credit cards. Hotels and hostels will usually provide a visa invitation and registration for an additional fee.

Connect [ edit ]

Phone [ edit ].

For information on purchasing a SIM card in Russia, see Russia#Connect .

Note that Nizhny Novgorod is in the Volga region zone, and SIM cards purchased elsewhere, such as in Moscow or Saint Petersburg , may be subject to roaming charges.

There are payphones in the streets; however, you can only buy phone-cards in the post offices and in a few newspaper kiosks.

Internet [ edit ]

Free WiFi is available in most hotels, shopping malls, university buildings, restaurants and cafes, the airport as well as several metro stations. There is also free public WiFi on B. Pokrovskaya street.

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Top 10 Things To Do And See In Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Located about 400km east of Moscow , Nizhny Novgorod is one of the most important centers of cultural, economic, and political activity in European Russia . Widely considered, after St Petersburg and Moscow, to be Russia’s ‘third city’, Nizhny is fast becoming a hot-spot for Russian and global tourists alike, attracted by the city’s up-and-coming reputation and stunning landscape.

The Kremlin

Jutting out from the cliffs that overlook the meeting point of the great Volga and Oka rivers, Nizhny Novgorod ‘s ancient Kremlin boasts of some of the best views in the city. Designed by an Italian architect, the 13 magnificent towers and the 12 meter high walls of Nizhny’s Kremlin date back to 1500. On this very spot in 1612, heroes of Russian history Kuzma Minin and Count Dmitry Pozharsky defeated the invading Polish army in extraordinary circumstances. This moment has become legend in Russian history and a statue in honor of these two lies at the foot of St Basil’s in Moscow. The Kremlin is the historic center of the city where you will find an art museum and the lovely Cathedral of the Archangel Michael, as well as a striking monument to those that fought in the Second World War and its flame eternally flickering on in their memory.

Completed in 2012, taking a ride on Nizhny Novgorod’s cablecar has fast become a favorite activity of tourists. The trip offers unparalleled opportunities to view the city’s gorgeous natural landscape from this bird’s eye position. The 3660m long gondola lift connects Nizhny to the town of Bor and stretches across the Volga River for 900 panoramic meters. The gondola acts as both a convenient means of transportation and a fantastic sight-seeing expedition – come at sunset for a golden-bathed view of the river and surrounding landscape.

The house-museum of Maxim Gorky

During the Soviet era, Nizhny Novgorod, birthplace of celebrated Russian writer Maxim Gorky , was renamed ‘Gorky’ in honor of this national hero. This home has been preserved in a state as accurate as possible to how it was left by Gorky and is so successful in this that it would seem as though the writer still lived there. The museum ‘s historic interiors and authentic furnishings will transport you back to the 1900s and the creative world of this icon of Russian literature. Come and make the most of this unique experience to delve into the childhood world of this Russian father of social realism. Museum booklets and guided tours are available in English.

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Nizhegorodskaya Yarmarka

A yarmarka is something akin to a fair, and this historic former market place was restored in 1991, the site now playing home to a superb modern exhibition center. The city’s yarmarka plays host to international events, fairs, and conventions. In 2011, for the 20 year anniversary of the fair’s refounding, a vast array of exhibitions were organized, attended by thousands including members of the British royal family, Vladimir Putin, Mikhail Gorbachev , and Margaret Thatcher . The fair is not only a buzzing center of business and culture, it is also one of the city’s most impressive sights.

The Nizhegorodsky State Art Museum

Located inside Nizhny Novgorod’s ancient Kremlin, the building that houses this art gallery was once the home of the governor of the city. The exhibits are wide-ranging and include everything from 14th century religious icons, to work by 20th century contemporary Russian masters. Particularly dazzling is the collection by Russian painter Nicholas Roerich. There is also a large arts and crafts collection which demonstrates the exquisite handiwork of Russian artisans throughout history.

1. Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street

Bolshaya pokrovskaya street.

An excellent spot to soak up the best of the city’s atmosphere, this pedestrian street lies in the heart of Nizhny Novgorod. The beautiful Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street is constantly buzzing and provides new and exciting sights at every turn. Gorgeous buildings and fountains tower on all sides – showcasing the best of Nizhny’s architecture. Quirky shop fronts and lovely local souvenirs will have you pausing at every window while the charming cafés will draw you in with their tempting aromas. Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street transforms by night into a vibrant hub of evening activity and is the place to come for a night-out in the city. The bars of this street are favorites with Nizhny Novgorod’s student population.

The Chkalov Staircase

An idyllic spot from which to watch the sun’s rays set over the city, this monumental creation was constructed by the Soviet government and is unique to the city of Nizhny Novgorod. The staircase derives its name from pilot Valery Chkalov who, in 1937, became the first man to fly from Moscow to Vancouver through the North Pole. A monument to Chkalov stands at the top of the stairs. The construction of the staircase cost almost 8 million rubles – an immense sum at the time. Over 1,500 stairs connect the city center with the river embankment – making Chkalov’s landmark the longest flight of stairs along the Volga. Nowadays the staircase is a favorite meeting place and relaxation spot for locals.

The Rukavishnikov Estate Museum

The Rukavishnikovs were a family of immensely wealthy merchants originating from the region around Nizhny Novgorod. This superbly restored palace , their former home, has been transformed into a museum of Russian history and gives a realistic snap-shot of life for the wealthy under tsarist rule. The ornate 19th century interiors and exquisite facade are sure to dazzle with their beauty while the lush green of the surrounding natural landscape provides a tranquil getaway from the city center. Lavish furnishings, priceless antiques, and glistening gold will transport you back in time to a world of balls, carriages, banquets, and tsars. Join the world of Russian noble ladies and gentlemen for a day in this stunning palace.

The Sakharov Museum

Nizhny Novgorod’s Sakharov Museum is dedicated to dissident Russian scientist Andrei Sakharov . The nuclear physicist and human rights activist was exiled for six years to the very flat in which the museum is now housed. Sakharov’s support for civil reform and improved human rights in the Soviet Union earned him harsh persecution from the Russian government, but also, in 1975, a Nobel Peace Prize . Sakharov was incarcerated here until 1986 when a KGB officer arrived to install a phone in the flat. Just after the phone was installed it began to ring: the caller was Mikhail Gorbachev, ringing Sakharov to inform him of his release. This phone is now one of the museum’s most treasured artifacts.

The National Centre of Contemporary Art

Inside the walls of Nizhny’s Kremlin can also be found one of the best modern art galleries in Russia. Linked to galleries in both St Petersburg and Moscow, this top-ranking exhibition center houses regularly changing displays of both Russian and international art as well as interactive exhibits and a media library. Progress is also on-going of adding a concert hall, extending the exhibition areas, and creating a restaurant. These additions aim to make art contemporary, not simply a detached, unrelatable concept, but bring it closer to the Russian people.

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