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Craig David is a singer and songwriter hailing from Southampton, Hampshire, England who was born on May 5th, 1981. Since his debut in 1999 he has released five albums and become one of the most succesful R&B singers of his generation.

One of UK Garage’s earliest success stories, Craig David’s first glimpse of fame came in 1999 after working with Artful Dodger, where he provided the vocals for their breakthrough hit “Re-Rewind (The Crowd Say Bo Selecta)”. Soon after the single’s release David signed a record deal with Wildstar Records, and “Fill Me In”, his first solo single, came out in April of the following year. It was an astonishing success immediately, topping the singles charts of both the UK and Ireland in its first week, and at 18 years old, David was simultaneously the youngest British male to have a number one single in the UK since 1959, and the youngest solo artist with a debut number one single in the UK of all time.

Astonishingly enough, he was going to get even bigger from there. Each of David’s first four singles from his album “Born To Do It” went straight into the top ten, and the following year the album was released in the US to similarly huge success. Eventually, the record would sell 8 million copies the world over, and established David as one of the biggest British musicians in the world. His second album, 2002’s “Slicker Than Your Average”, was another world beating hit, and ever since then, David’s remained one of the premier R&B artists of his time, with an astonishing 12 BRIT Award nominations to his name, collaborations with everyone from Sting to Kano, and a fanbase stretching all over the world. For that, Craig David comes highly recommended.

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The RnB soundtrack of the early 00s, Craig David's "Born to Do It" is celebrated as one of the best selling albums of its kind from a UK artist. It's commercial success and records held, including the fastest selling debut album for a British Male solo act, have earned Craig David a place in British music history.

Rising to fame after featuring on Artful Dodger track "Rewind (The Crowd Say Bo Selecta)", Craig David dominated the commercial music scene at the turn of the millennium.

Some say his career took a downturn after comedian Leigh Francis caricatured him on hit show "Bo Selecta", which led David to take a backseat on the music. But he certainly has made a comeback in recent years as a DJ, selling out huge shows across the world, bringing back the old school RnB & Garage sound that he we all love him for.

I saw Craig David at the height of the "Born to Do It' success back in 2001 and it was, hands-down, one of my best live show experiences. Seeing him 12 years later at the Indigo2 was even better. Now an adult, I was able to appreciate just how good those songs were. Hits like "Fill Me In', "Rendezvous", "7 Days" and "Walking Away" filled the room with an air of nostalgia, as people reminisced on the years that you would go home from school and play "Born to Do It" from start to finish.

With that album, Craig David secured himself a place in the British music establishment and rightly so. It was great. Now he is proving himself to be one of the best DJs around. If you have the chance to see him, please do.

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Hampshire musician Craig David was one of the UK's most recognisable singer/songwriters in the early 00s following on from a string of R & B hits. His smooth and soulful vocal also went down well with critics as he picked up the Best British Male award at The Brits an impressive three times and even managed to be nominated for a Grammy award twice. As time progressed and the UK markets became less interested in R & B, Craig's commerciality wavered.

There always remained a following in the UK so he continuously seemed confident to head out onto the live circuit. With a new physique, he casts quite an authoritative figure as he steps onto stage beneath the lights yet maintains his likeable down to earth qualities. He beams at the audience's reaction as the recognisable introduction to 'What's Your Flava' booms out into the venue and they instantly begin to move. He proves he still has vocal qualities many years after he first rose to fame as well as impressive moves as he demonstrates pelvic acrobatics with his dancers during '7 Days'. He ends the show on his first hit 'Fill Me In' which is a great way to bring it back after demonstrating how far he has come.

I just saw Craig David show at the Fonda Theatre a few nights ago. I was a fan back then and I'm still a fan now. The man still got it! He sounds as amazing as he did, and even more! Incredible, feel good music and energy. I left the show floating on cloud 9!His music brought Generation X and millennials together in one room as one - what a gift to the world. That by far was one of the best shows I've ever been to for more reasons than one! I just want to relive that night over and over again!!! I can't wait for your new album and to see you live again! God bless you CD... #WhatATimeToBeAlive!!!!

I saw Craig David once in 2002, just him and a guitarist. With a voice like his, he doesn't need antics. TS5 is absolutely a passion project for this artist and it came through! This is a guy sharing his love and feeding off the energy of the crowd. I went with two friends who had no idea what to expect and they walked out as fans.

The show is 90 minutes, pure energy, he has the crowd buzzing the whole time, we got no breaks, even the ballads were danceable. He's his own DJ, MC plus PERFECTLY on pitch vocalist.

Would see again in a heartbeat.

The concert was really awesome. He did some old hits, then mix some old hits and new hits from other artist with his songs.

What he mixed and song, gives a party in the club feeling. He really was into the music, it was great to be there and to see.

He only spams "TS5" and siren sounds. Beside that, it was worth while.

Unreal! He is the biggest babe and his voice hasn't changed since his early days. Loved the remixes of his old stuff. One of the most fun gigs I have been to in a while. I am from the UK and was lucky to see him in Brooklyn where we were in a small venue, but his arena tour will be amazing too!

Craig David's concert was the best concert I have ever been too. He turned a normal concert into a rave where everybody was dancing, laughing, singing along and interacting with one another with the way he switched it up by DJing. I will definitely be going to his next concert without a fail.

It was off the charts,did his old hits,which we love and some new things. He was electric and it was an incredible performance!Hopefully,he will be back in the states,again this year! Definitely will see him again,GREAT SHOW.

Craig was AMAZING! He brought back the feeling of being young and garage music when dj'ing - the o2 turned into a club! He performs so well, with so much passion and is a humble man. Brilliant concert!

It was an awesome concert loved every second of his show and would recommend any one to go and watch him he never disappointed me and others around me would defiantly go and see him again

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Craig David Announces ‘7 Days Commitment Tour’ Dates

The north american tour begins this spring..

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R&B veteran Craig David has announced his 7 Days Commitment Tour , his first tour in six years.

The eight-city North American leg kicks off May 4 at the Lovers & Friends Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada. From there, the British singer will perform in San Fransisco, New York, Toronto, and more, before concluding May 16 at Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C.

Presale tickets will be available for Citi cardmembers beginning today (Feb. 13) at 12 p.m. ET until Thursday, Feb. 15, at 10 p.m. local time. 

Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, Feb. 16, at 10 a.m. local time. Fans will have the option to purchase VIP packages.

The varying packages include premium tickets, an on-stage photo opportunity, an autographed tour poster, an exclusive special message from David and more. 

David’s tour announcement comes on the heels of his magical collaboration with singer Wes Nelson, “ Abracadabra .” The R&B/garage track was released Feb. 2.

“Craig has been a big inspiration to me since I was a kid, so when the opportunity arose to jump into the studio together it was a no brainer!” said Nelson.

“In the past, there have been some comparisons between the two of us as singers; we’re on a similar sort of wave, and clearly, it’s a collaboration that people wanted. We made the whole song start to finish in the studio – it felt really natural.”

David released his eighth album,  22 , on Sept. 30, 2022, via Moor Records. The project included features from Muni Long (“Obvious”), MNEK (“Who You Are”), Galantis (“ DNA “) KYLE (“Already Know”), Nippa (“ G Love “), Duvall (“My Heart’s Been Waiting for You”), and more.

The album’s title celebrated the 22nd anniversary of his critically acclaimed debut, Born to Do It .  The album, released Aug. 20, 2000, included his Grammy-nominated singles “7 Days” and “Fill Me In.” 

“There’s a spiritualism in the number 22 and what it represents. In numerology, it’s a very powerful number and in terms of angel numbers it’s bringing balance and equilibrium to my life. We’re in a world where there’s a lot of me against you, and so it’s bridging the gap,” David explained.

“My debut album is probably the most clear expression of who I am because it was my first outing – it’s everything you are. So on this album there’s that energy mixed with the wisdom and experience I can bring to the world. I’ve not mastered anything yet, I’m a newcomer still.”

See Craig David’s tour dates below.

Craig David  7 Days Commitment Tour  Dates

May 4 – Las Vegas, NV @ Lovers & Friends Festival  May 6 – San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic May 8 – Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle May 10 – New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square May 11 – Toronto, ON @ HISTORY May 13 – Chicago, IL @ The Chicago Theatre May 15 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia May 16 – Washington, DC @ Warner Theatre

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Craig David Embraces A New Era As He Announces 7 Days Commitment Tour

Tickets Available Starting Tuesday, February 13 with Citi Presale

General onsale begins friday, february 16 at 10am local time on livenation.com.

British singer and songwriter, Craig David , announced his 7 Days Commitment Tour , his first tour in 6 years, as he kicks off his new chapter in music. His latest single ‘abracadabra’ hit #1 on Capital FM Official Big Top 40. Produced by Live Nation, the exclusive 7-city tour kicks off on Monday, May 6th at The Masonic in San Francisco making stops across North America in Atlanta, New York, Toronto and more before wrapping up in Washington D.C. at Warner Theatre on Thursday, May 16th.

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with Citi presale (details below) beginning Tuesday, February 13. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, February 16 at 10am local time at LiveNation.com .

PRESALE: Citi is the official card of the Commitment Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, February 13 at 12pm ET until Thursday, February 15 at 10pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com .

VIP: The 7 Days Commitment Tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, on-stage photo op, exclusive special message from Craig David, autographed tour poster & more. For more information, visit vipnation.com !

7 DAYS COMMITMENT TOUR 2024 DATES:

Sat May 04 – Las Vegas, NV – Lovers & Friends Festival

Mon May 06 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic

Wed May 08 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle

Fri May 10 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square

Sat May 11 – Toronto, ON – HISTORY

Mon May 13 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre

Wed May 15 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Philadelphia

Thu May 16 – Washington, DC – Warner Theatre

ABOUT CRAIG DAVID

23 years since the critically acclaimed album, ‘Born To Do It’ changed his life, Craig has since catapulted back into the charts and into the nation’s hearts with a string of chart hits and a Number 1 album marking the beginning of his triumphant return Craig has since leapt from strength to strength on our airwaves and has been unavoidable on our TV screens and on the live circuit ever since. Craig has racked up an astounding 25 UK top 40 singles, Ten UK top 40 albums, amassed over 5 billion streams worldwide and has achieved multi-platinum status in more than 20 countries around the world in his career. With two UK Number 1 albums under his belt, he has also received multiple BRIT Award and Grammy nominations, 6 x MOBO Awards, as well as becoming a 3x Ivor Novello Award winner.

Demand for Craig’s live performances is higher than ever following the incredible success of his world famous, critically acclaimed ‘TS5’ shows. Starting out as the most exclusive pre-party in Miami, hosted in his penthouse home, TowerSuite 5, ‘TS5’ has gone on to become the must-see live event with Craig playing sets at the biggest festivals and clubs around the world.

After bringing ‘TS5’ to the UK, Craig sold out shows at London’s KOKO, Brixton Academy and even London’s O2 Arena in a matter of seconds. In 2016 he took over Glastonbury’s SonicStage, bringing over 25k people to the tent and achieving the record for the biggest crowd at the stage in Glastonbury history. From there he made his Glastonbury Pyramid stage debut just a year later. Now back in London full time, Craig and ‘TS5’ show no signs of slowing down. He’s due to return this summer for a record 7th season residency at Ibiza Rocks Hotel. Becoming one of the most successful daytime residencies in Ibiza history.

As one of the UK’s most loved artists, Craig has remained at the helm of his own unique, authentically British sound. A sound that made waves across the globe, making him the voice of one of the most pivotal eras in UK music, and in turn, making him one of the most successful artists in UK chart history.

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Legendary British Singer-Songwriter Craig David Announces North American Dates For His '7 Days Commitment Tour'

Legendary British singer-songwriter C raig David announces his “ 7 Days Commitment Tour ” — his first North American tour with a live band in nearly two decades. The tour is produced by Live Nation and named after Craig's iconic chart-topping single “ 7 Days ,” and his new single “ Commitment ,” being released next month. The highly anticipated 7-city tour begins in San Francisco on May 6th at the Masonic and will hit Atlanta, New York (Sold Out), Toronto (Sold Out), Chicago, and Philadelphia, before wrapping at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. on May 16. Fans can also catch Craig and the band performing a special festival set at Lovers & Friends in Las Vegas.

With 26 UK Top 40 Singles, ten UK Top 40 Albums, two UK Number 1 Albums, over five billion streams, and multi platinum status in over 20 countries, Craig has solidified his status as a global icon. His impressive accolades include 14 Brit Award nominations, two Grammy nominations, six MOBO awards, three Ivor Novellos for his exceptional songwriting, and most recently, an MBE for his invaluable contributions to the music industry. Throughout his illustrious career, Craig has performed on some of the world’s grandest stages, including a landmark show at the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the MOBO Awards, and on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage.

This spring, North American audiences will have the opportunity to experience Craig's dynamic live show as he performs his greatest hits from a back catalog that includes “7 Days,” “Re-Rewind,” and “Fill Me In,” as well as his new #1 single on the Capital FM Official Big Top 40 Chart “Abracadabra.” “Abracadabra” features singer-songwriter and ex-Love Island star Wes Nelson. The infectious energy of the new collaboration recently took center stage on Love Island All Stars, where Craig and Wes delivered a captivating performance, seamlessly blending their live charisma with the sun-kissed, R&B-infused vibes of Ibiza. In a special throwback moment, Craig treated the Love Islanders to a nostalgic rendition of his garage anthem with Artful Dodger, “Re-Rewind.”

Alongside his new music, Craig recently released his first book What’s Your Vibe?: Tuning into your best life. The memoir takes readers on a journey of connecting, disconnecting and reconnecting, weaving together stories of his life and music - starting with his early days in Southampton working with The Artful Dodger, to his overnight chart-topping success, through to the present day, and everything in between.

As one of the UK's most cherished artists, Craig continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his distinctive British sound, forging a path uniquely his own.

7 Days Commitment Tour Dates

Sat May 04 – Las Vegas, NV – Lovers & Friends Festival (SOLD OUT)

Mon May 06 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic

Wed May 08 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle

Fri May 10 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square (SOLD OUT)

Sat May 11 – Toronto, ON – HISTORY (SOLD OUT)

Mon May 13 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre

Wed May 15 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Philadelphia

Thu May 16 – Washington, DC – Warner Theatre

23 years since the critically acclaimed album, ‘Born To Do It’ changed his life, Craig has since catapulted back into the charts and into the nation’s hearts with a string of chart hits and a Number 1 album marking the beginning of his triumphant return Craig has since leapt from strength to strength on our airwaves and has been unavoidable on our TV screens and on the live circuit ever since. Craig has racked up an astounding 26 UK top 40 singles, Ten UK top 40 albums, amassed over 5 billion streams worldwide and has achieved multi-platinum status in more than 20 countries around the world in his career. With two UK Number 1 albums under his belt, he has also received multiple BRIT Award and Grammy nominations, 6 x MOBO Awards, as well as becoming a 3x Ivor Novello Award winner.

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Craig David Announces 7 Days Commitment Tour

Craig David met this girl on Monday, and he took her a drink on Tuesday. They made love for four days straight and chilled on Sunday. Now, the British crooner is celebrating that hit single on the road with his 7 Days Commitment Tour.

For his first tour in six years, David is using the tour as impetus for his next music chapter while his latest single, ‘abracadabra,' tops Capital FM's Official Big Top 40.

Since the singer is already performing at Lovers & Friends Fest , he knew his devoted fans wouldn't let him leave the States without popping up in other cities.

Las Vegas is an unofficial start to the tour since tickets for the one-day festival are already sold out. With that said, the seven-city tour kicks off in San Francisco on May 6 and will stop in New York City, Toronto, Chicago, Atlanta, and Philadelphia before concluding in Washington, D.C. on May 16.

Citi presale begins on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Additional presale options will become available throughout the week. General on-sale goes live on Friday, Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. local time via LiveNation ‘s official website.

VIP packages will be on sale as well, which includes premium tickets, an on-stage photo op, autographed poster, and a special message from David.

See the full 7 Days Commitment Tour dates below.

Sat May 04 – Las Vegas, NV – Lovers & Friends Festival 

Mon May 06 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic

Wed May 08 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle

Fri May 10 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square

Sat May 11 – Toronto, ON – HISTORY

Mon May 13 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre

Wed May 15 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Philadelphia

Thu May 16 – Washington, DC – Warner Theatre

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Craig David Announces ‘7 Days Commitment Tour’ Dates

February 14, 2024 by admin 0 Comments

R&B veteran Craig David has announced his 7 Days Commitment Tour , his first tour in six years.

The eight-city North American leg kicks off May 4 at the Lovers & Friends Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada. From there, the British singer will perform in San Fransisco, New York, Toronto, and more, before concluding May 16 at Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C.

Presale tickets will be available for Citi cardmembers beginning today (Feb. 13) at 12 p.m. ET until Thursday, Feb. 15, at 10 p.m. local time. 

Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, Feb. 16, at 10 a.m. local time. Fans will have the option to purchase VIP packages.

The varying packages include premium tickets, an on-stage photo opportunity, an autographed tour poster, an exclusive special message from David and more. 

David’s tour announcement comes on the heels of his magical collaboration with singer Wes Nelson, “ Abracadabra .” The R&B/garage track was released Feb. 2.

“Craig has been a big inspiration to me since I was a kid, so when the opportunity arose to jump into the studio together it was a no brainer!” said Nelson.

“In the past, there have been some comparisons between the two of us as singers; we’re on a similar sort of wave, and clearly, it’s a collaboration that people wanted. We made the whole song start to finish in the studio – it felt really natural.”

David released his eighth album,  22 , on Sept. 30, 2022, via Moor Records. The project included features from Muni Long (“Obvious”), MNEK (“Who You Are”), Galantis (“ DNA “) KYLE (“Already Know”), Nippa (“ G Love “), Duvall (“My Heart’s Been Waiting for You”), and more.

The album’s title celebrated the 22nd anniversary of his critically acclaimed debut, Born to Do It .  The album, released Aug. 20, 2000, included his Grammy-nominated singles “7 Days” and “Fill Me In.” 

“There’s a spiritualism in the number 22 and what it represents. In numerology, it’s a very powerful number and in terms of angel numbers it’s bringing balance and equilibrium to my life. We’re in a world where there’s a lot of me against you, and so it’s bridging the gap,” David explained.

“My debut album is probably the most clear expression of who I am because it was my first outing – it’s everything you are. So on this album there’s that energy mixed with the wisdom and experience I can bring to the world. I’ve not mastered anything yet, I’m a newcomer still.”

See Craig David’s tour dates below.

Craig David  7 Days Commitment Tour  Dates

May 4 – Las Vegas, NV @ Lovers & Friends Festival  May 6 – San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic May 8 – Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle May 10 – New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square May 11 – Toronto, ON @ HISTORY May 13 – Chicago, IL @ The Chicago Theatre May 15 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia May 16 – Washington, DC @ Warner Theatre

Get tickets at livenation.com . Get VIP packages at vipnation.com .

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And despite its steel and metal history, today, Nizhny Novgorod has the poetic epithet of the capital of sunsets. We compared some vintage and recent photos of the city.

Dmitrievskaya Tower in 1913 and in 2021.

The stone citadel of Nizhny Novgorod was built in the 16th century around the Chasovaya (Sentry) Hill. Here is the most famous view of the fortress with the Dmitrievskaya Tower. Previously, a moat was dug in front of the tower, which was filled with water. At the end of the 18th century, the moat was filled and the tower sunk about 6 meters into the ground. The tower received its a-la Rus facade only at the end of the 19th century. 

2. National Unity Square 

Skoba square, 1957 / Monument to Minin and Pozharsky nowadays.

On Moscow’s Red Square, there is a monument to Minin and Pozharsky , who were the leaders of the people’s militia against the Polish intervention of 1611. Interestingly, exactly the same monument stands in Nizhny Novgorod! And all because the militia gathered there. City official Kuzma Minin called on all residents to fight and Prince Dmitry Pozharsky was chosen as the militia head. The date of Moscow’s liberation from the Poles (November 4) has been celebrated as National Unity Day in Russia since 2005. In the same year, Nizhny Novgorod’s Skoba Square, where the militia gathered, was renamed ‘National Unity Square’ and a monument to the two national heroes was erected there, as well.

3. Chkalov staircase

View on Nizhny Novgorod kremlin, Dyatlov hills and Chkalov stairs, 1886 and now.

With 560 steps, these are some of the longest stairs in Russia! The site where this staircase was built was called the ‘Volga Downhill’ and was very popular among locals, since it had one of the most picturesque views of the Volga. The stairs, named after a pilot named Valery Chkalov, connect the upper and lower embankments in the historical center of Nizhny Novgorod. Among the architects was Lev Rudnev , who worked in the Stalinist Empire style and designed the Moscow State University and the Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw.

4. Kremlin funicular

Kremlin funicular in operation... and in ruins.

Amazing: At the end of the 19th century, in the center of Nizhny Novgorod, two funiculars operated near the kremlin. They literally worked on water. Imagine a water tank in the car: filled at the upper station, empty at the lower station. When one car went down, the lower one went up under its gravity. They would move at the same time. The funiculars were abandoned in the 1920s, when a tram line was completed. Today, only ruins remain in place of the historical funiculars, although the city administration has already promised to recreate this type of transport. There still is one funicular operating in Nizhny Novgorod, which connects it with the city of Bor on the other side of the Volga River.

5. Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street 

Bolshaya Pokrovskaya street in 1880s and 2021.

The main street of Nizhny Novgorod has undergone many changes over the centuries. Before the revolution of 1917, it was the favorite area of nobles to settle. Along the street, you can still see old stone mansions, theaters, churches. One of the most beautiful buildings is the main state bank built in Neo-Russian style. It was opened for the 300th anniversary of the Romanov house in 1913. At the beginning of the 20th century, a tram line passed there - one of the first in Russia. But, since the 1980s, the street has become pedestrian only.

6. Rozhdestvenskaya Street

Rozhdestvenskaya Street in 1890s and 2020.

A historical tram line has been preserved on the other oldest street, Rozhdestvenskaya. However, now it’s a tourist transport and it operates only in summer. The street has also preserved its appearance since pre-revolutionary times. There, you can see almost all the same buildings that were in Tsarist Russia, including the Stroganov and Golitsyn estates, the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Blinov Passage - the first shopping center outside of Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Construction of the Burevestnik station, 1996 / Burevestnik station, 2009.

Nizhny Novgorod is one of the seven Russian cities with its own underground transport. The metro here was opened in 1985: In Soviet times, only cities with the population over 1 million residents had a subway. It consists of only two lines and sees about 115,000 commuters a day, which makes it less popular than ground transports. In the near future, there are plans to build new stations on the other side of the Oka River.

8. Referees Tower

Before and after restoration, 2021.

The Referees Tower built in the Neo-constructivist style on the embankment of the Grebnoy Canal was built in 1988 for the 2nd All-Union Youth Rowing Games. Over time, it was severely destroyed and only recently restored, for the 800th anniversary of the city. Of course, with cafes and places to relax. It’s beautiful, isn’t it?

9. GAZ automobile plant

The first car assembly plant, 1930 / Gorky Automobile Plant, 2021.

The GAZ (Gorky Automobile Plant) plant in Nizhny Novgorod became one of the first in Russia. Early models of trucks and passenger cars were produced under a Ford license. In the 1920s-1930s, American specialists also helped to build the plant itself and the socialist city for workers In the post-war years, the ‘Volga’ and ‘Chaika’ cars were the most expensive among Soviet cars - a citizen’s dream! These days, the plant still operates, but produces mainly trucks and minibuses.

10. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral 

High water in Nizhny Novgorod, 1890s/ The same district nowadays.

The Cathedral Church of Nizhny Novgorod is located in one of the most picturesque places of the city - on the arrow of the Volga and the Oka rivers. People used to call it ‘fair church’, since its parishioners were merchants who came to fairs from all over the country. It also was only open in the summertime. In the Soviet years, the iconostasis was dismantled for firewood to heat houses and then it was even planned to demolish it altogether and build a lighthouse and a monument to Lenin on the same site. Nevertheless, the cathedral was preserved (in the 1980s, it was restored by volunteers) and, in 2009, was reinstated as the city’s main church.

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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.

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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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The Top 12 Things to Do in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Take a first-rate trip to Russia's fifth city

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Although it's Russia's fifth-largest city, you could be forgiven for never having heard of Nizhny Novgorod. Notwithstanding that another Russian city is simply called " Novgorod ," the current name of the city just doesn't have a memorable ring to it. (By contrast, its name during the Soviet years — Gorky, like the famous author — was much more iconic.) At any rate, this city of just over a million around six hours east of Moscow is more than worth a visit. These are just 12 reasons why!

Tour the Kremlin's 13 Towers

Like most every other city in Russia, Nizhny Novgorod is home to a Kremlin. (The word "kremlin" means "citadel" in Russian, and has nothing to do with the modern Russian government) One thing that elevated the Kremlin of Nizhny Novgorod above others in Russia (with the possible exception of the Moscow Kremlin and one or two others), however, is the fact that its wall has 13 towers. During the summer months, at least one free walking tour per day operates from the main entrance of Nizhny Novgorod's Kremlin.

Climb Russia's Longest Staircase

Named for one of the most famous Russian pilots of the early aviation age (Valery Chkalov), the Chkalov Stairs connect two of Nizhny Novgorod's public squares, which sit on the upper and lower embankments of the Volga River, respectively. Built in 1943 (during the period when Nizhny Novgorod was known as Gorky), the Chkalov Stairs currently have the distinction of being the longest staircase in Russia.

Go Wild at Limpopo Zoo

One thing that surprises many travelers to Nizhny Novgorod is how amazing its zoo, colloquially known as Limpopo is. In addition to being home to a tropical botanical garden (which, not surprisingly, is indoors), the zoo hosts a variety of reptiles, mammals and birds. There's also a small sculpture park on the grounds of Nizhny Novgorod's zoo, including both original and replica pieces.

Shop (or Just Stroll) Along a Storied High Street

Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street has been the de-facto "Main Street" of Nizhny Novgorod for more than 200 years. Well, minus the Soviet Union period, during which the cafes that once (and now) lined it became somewhat worthless, since intellectual conversations were basically forbidden. These days, you can come here for a cup of Russian tea then shop at the dozens of boutiques you'll find on either side of the street.

Sun Yourself at the Spit

Nizhny Novgorod sits at the confluence of the Oka and Volga Rivers, with the triangle of land at the point they meet being known as the Nizhny Novgorod Spit. Ignoring the unfortunate double-meaning of its name for a moment, this is actually a wonderful place to get a tan, if it's summer in the city and the sun happens to be shining. Even if not, photographers will enjoy a trip here for a view of the Kremlin and city center across the Volga.

Marvel at the Open-Air Museum of Rozhdestvenskaya Street

Like Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street, Rozhdestvenskaya Street has long been one of the most important streets in Nizhny Novgorod. However, while the former has become a primarily commercial artery in recent decades, the charm of the latter is in its well-maintained buildings, which hearken back to the mid-18th century. In fact, some locals go so far as to consider Rozhdestvenskaya Street an "open-air museum."

Ride Russia's Newest Cable Car

Russian investment in infrastructure isn't quite as dramatic as that of, say, China, but the Federation has nonetheless built a selection of interesting and modern transportation systems since the fall of the USSR. Among them is the just-opened cable car, which travels from the center of Nizhny Novgorod over the Volga River to suburban Bor. At any rate, a ride over the river and back is definitely worth inclusion on your list of things to do in Nizhny Novgorod.

Taste Traditional Shchi Soup

Shchi is one of Nizhy Novgorod's most delicious local specialties, available in most every local restaurant that serves Russian food. From above, a bowl of shchi seems incredibly complicated, with a colorful palette that suggests the inclusion of dozens of diverse ingredients. In fact, the magic of shchi is in its simplicity. Building on the traditional pan-Russian recipe of cabbage, pork fat and salt (yes, just three ingredients), locals in Nizhny Novgorod sometimes add minced meat or egg whites as bonus items, then top the tangy soup with a dollop of sour cream.

Survey Amazing Russian Orthodox Architecture

Think the only amazing Russian Orthodox churches are in Moscow and St. Petersburg? Think again. Nizhny Novgorod boasts several amazing examples of Russian Orthodox architecture. From the brilliant golde domes John the Baptist Cathedral near the Volga River, to the expansive grounds of 14th-century Pechersky Ascension Monastery, Nizhny Novgorod is an architecture buff's dream!

Take a Look Back in Time

Nizhny Novgorod's historical center is relatively large and well-preserved, but a stroll (or 10) through it isn't the only way to get a feel for the city's centuries-long past. Head to the Russian Museum of Photography, which not only showcases a variety of images of Nizhny Novgorod that date back a century or even longer, but also spotlights the equipment Russian photographers have used throughout the years, and notable figures in Russia's photography history as well.

Visit the Convent from the Movie "Salt"

You'd be forgiven if you've entirely forgotten the 2010 film "Salt." However, if you remember any destination from this spy thriller, it's likely the facade of Makaryev Convent, which is located within day-trip distance of Nizhny Novgorod. Having served as a monastery from its consecration in the early 15th century up until the beginning of the Russian Revolution, Makaryev became a convent after the fall of the Soviet Union , and is now home to 22 nuns.

Take an Excursion to a 12th-Century Tea Town

Another worthwhile day trip from Nizhny Novgorod is to the town of Gorodets, which sits about an hour to its northwest. With a history dating back to the 12th century, Gorodets boasts an interesting array of architecture and museums, including one dedicated to samovars. 

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