Rabbi G.N. Brailovsky's Residential House
In the early 20th century, as Azov rapidly developed, the city began to see not only Orthodox churches but also religious buildings of other denominations. During this time, a Jewish community formed, led by Rabbi Brailo…
Building of the First City Administration of Azov
The historical center of Azov still retains its uniqueness, being a true treasure of this ancient city. Among the significant landmarks of the pre-revolutionary period is the building of the first city administration, co…
Residential Building of Oil Manufacturer Abram Shapiro
In the center of Azov stands an attractive building, built in 1904, which once belonged to the famous Don oil manufacturer of Jewish descent, Abram Grigorievich Shapiro. Today, this building is recognized as a monument o…
The Old Post Office Building in Azov
One of the notable landmarks of pre-revolutionary Azov is the old post office building, constructed in 1908. At that time, it was located on the outskirts of the city, and today it is part of the historical center, from …
Russians in Washington, D.C.
The Russian-speaking community in the Washington area is notably diverse. In addition to immigrants from Russia, there are also immigrants from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Ukraine, and the Baltic states. The U.S. ca…
Prokhor Shvidenko's House
In the early 20th century, a residential building was constructed on Moskovskaya Street by local entrepreneur Prokhor Lvovich Shvidenko. It was a one-story building made in a conventional style. Prokhor lived here with h…
Russian Center for Science and Culture in Washington (USA)
The Russian Cultural Center is located in the prestigious Kalorama neighborhood in the heart of Washington, not far from the White House. The building, designed in the modern style, was constructed in 1895 and originally…
Merchant Nikolai Leyman's Residential House
In the early 20th century, Russia achieved significant progress in technical development. Even then, agricultural machines began to be sold in the country, and one of the first to engage in their sale was the Azov mercha…
Merchant House of Mikhail and Pavel Mochalins
Among the buildings of the historical center of Azov, the house of merchants Mikhail and Pavel Mochalins, built in 1905 and later transformed into the Merchant Club, stands out today.
Pavel Mikhailovich Mochalin, being …
Fisherman Pomor Sculpture in Azov
One of the most unusual monuments in Azov is the sculpture of the fisherman Pomor. Looking at it raises the question: what does the fisherman Pomor have to do with this city? The answer to this question is even more surp…
