The amusement park "City Garden" has a long and interesting history. In 1883, local authorities decided to create a public garden in Tomsk. A site was chosen for it on Novo-Sobornaya Square, along Elanskaya Street (now Sovetskaya), between Lutheransky and Drozdovsky (now Sportivny) lanes.
Russia, Tomsk: City Garden. The history of the creation of the park
In 1884, a thousand rubles were allocated for this purpose. The money was spent on planting a spruce forest, which marked the boundaries of the future garden. Two years later, in 1886, the vowels of the Duma, N. P. Goldobin, G. K. Tyumentsev, and A. F. Gilles, were entrusted with organizing the park. They invited an outstanding scientist, the creator of the Siberian Botanical Garden Porfiry Krylov.
To equip the "City Garden" (Tomsk), Krylov brought 682 specimens of subtropical, tropical crops and set about creating a living herbarium, a nursery of medicinal plants, a collection of tree species. A park was laid out near the main building of the university, which is now calledUniversity grove. In 1891 the garden was surrounded by an iron fence. It was made in the workshops of Patrushev.
Further development
By 1895, the "City Garden", which Tomsk can be proud of, begins to play an important role in the life of the settlement. It is kept perfectly clean and tidy. Local residents walk here with pleasure: trade clerks, artisans, young ladies-gymnasium students, etc. On certain days, an orchestra played in the garden, holidays and festivities were held in it.
"City Garden" (Tomsk) received attractions already in 1900. These were the first simple designs for games and sports activities. Seven years later, in 1907, the fountain adorned the City Garden: Tomsk was delighted with this idea. The bowl for the reservoir was made by the Moscow company Bromley Brothers. She was well known in these places, since it was she who built the water supply system in Tomsk. The mosaic fountain in the park was amazing. He was recognized as the most beautiful in the city.
"City Garden" (Tomsk) after 1917
Very little is known about the period of the park's history after 1917 and before 1946. The photographs are almost non-existent. An active return to public life took place in early June 1946. It was the opening of the summer season in the garden. The poster of the holiday informed the townspeople about mass dances and games, learning popular songs accompanied by the button accordion, and the performance of the choir of the vocational school. In July, the first symphony evening was held in the park, followed by a masquerade ball and a torchlight procession. Here the townspeople sawthe first performances of the puppet theater. After the war, the park became a popular venue for French wrestling matches.
In 1947, the "City Garden" (Tomsk) was significantly expanded. For this, Krylov Street was blocked. A little later, the territory from Herzen to Lutheran Lane was added to the park. At the same time, the construction of a stone arch with cash desks at the entrance and columns began. The stage was restored in the summer theater and dressing rooms were built. The former billiard room has become a reading room and a branch of the House of Pioneers.
Park today
The "City Garden" is still very popular among the locals today. Most of it is occupied by a deciduous grove. There is a small artificial lake in the garden, a nice wooden town for children with a picket fence and turrets. In winter, ice towns with slides and snow figures are arranged here, a skating rink is flooded, and skates are rented out. In the park, you can have a good time in year-round cafes: "Tomichka", "Park-cafe", "Nebosvod". In the warm season, guests are invited to drink coffee and enjoy ice cream in two special summer establishments. Open concerts are held at the garden's concert stage, and a brass band plays beautiful w altzes by the fountain.
Rides in the park
Today, the park has about fifty attractions designed for guests of different ages - from the youngest visitors to adult extreme lovers. Check out some of them.
Tomskayafortress
This is a bright world filled with many swings, exercise machines, rocking chairs, sandboxes. An arbor has been created for children, in which they can sculpt from plasticine, draw, burn on wood - in a word, create for their own pleasure. This attraction is designed for children with disabilities. It should be noted that the “City Garden” (Tomsk) is famous for its quite affordable cost of visiting. Ticket prices are not burdensome even for a very modest family budget. And the guys visit the Tomsk Fortress for free, and without limiting the time spent on the site.
Hip-hop
This attraction will be appreciated by fans of extreme entertainment. When looking at it from the side, it is simply breathtaking. At high speed it rotates in two planes. Visitors believe that it tempers the psyche, so test yourself by submitting to flight with a large radius of rotation. The attraction is intended for adults and children from 14 years old. Ticket price - 110 rubles.
Pharaoh
The carousel rotates around its axis, while rising above the ground by 90 ° at a speed of 22 revolutions per minute. The huge disk of the "Pharaoh" is spinning faster and faster. Having gained maximum speed, it leans slightly to the side, turning passengers upside down. Children from the age of twelve are allowed. Price - 150 rubles.
Orbita
This attraction is very popular among the townspeople. You are asked to sit in a comfortable chair. In a matter of seconds, you find yourself in a swift whirlwind that takes you up and down. This carousel cango with friends, as long as they share your desire to spin at a great speed. The attraction is designed for children over 12 years old. Ticket price - 110 rubles.
Kamikaze
Another fun for adrenaline lovers. What could be more exciting than free fall? Two cabins, swaying strongly, soar up. Thrills and exclamations of surprise and delight accompany this action. Adults and children over 12 years of age are allowed to ride. Price - 140 rubles.
Bumper Boats
And this attraction is suitable for families. Here you can spin on the water, catch up or pretend to be an experienced captain of a real ship. The carousel is designed for children from 6 years old (accompanied by adults). Price - 120 rubles.
Shark Island
One of the newest carousel rides. It was created for those who like to shoot from water pistols. Here guests are waiting for the heroes of popular cartoons. Children from 3 to 5 years old can get here, but accompanied by adults. Price - 145 rubles
Trampoline "Sports"
Entertainment for beginner acrobats. Jumps and somersaults, real sports tricks and jumps - it's all you need for fun and good mood. A trampoline with a tension net trains coordination of movements and plasticity. It is a great way to learn to feel your body in the air. This is great fun for kids of all ages. Cost - 90 rubles.
Visitor reviews
Tomsk residents love their park very much. They are happy to spend time here themselves and with children, invite guests here. In their opinion, the amusement park "City Garden" in Tomsk is one of the best places for recreation. It is always well maintained and offers many attractions for visitors of all ages. At the same time, many note that the price of tickets is quite affordable.
It has become a good tradition that the townspeople celebrate family celebrations in the park cafe. Children's parties are especially popular. The children get great pleasure not only from their favorite treats, but also from the fun programs that the animators conduct.
