Gorokhovets – The Hidden Jewel of Central Russia

by Paul Neal (Rusmania) Having already visited all the famous cities of Russia’s celebrated tourist route known as the Golden Ring, we wanted to visit somewhere which is less well-known and which hasn't yet lost its provincial charm. Although several of its neighbours in the region are part of the Golden Ring route of ancient Russian cities, the city of Gorokhovets is more often than not left off this list. It is not a particularly famous city and it has never played a central role in Russian history, nor does it have real links with any major figures from Russia history or culture. https://russia-insider.com/en/culture/gorokhovets-undiscovered-jewel-edge-golden-ring/ri13415