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Bolshaia Pokrovskaia Street

Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 13, 2012

It always feel great to stroll along this paved street, especially on summer time when it is full of locals, foreigners, students, street musicians, you name it. The street is quite short; it is limited by Gorky monument from one side and Kremlin from another one. It also features tons of cafes and restaurants of every kind. You ask any... More

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Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 6, 2012

If you are walking along this pedestrian only street you do not know if you are in Moscow on Arbat or in Nizhny. Lot's of shops, cafes restaurant, some small art markets and people trying to entertain tourists with some artistic games or music. Very nice building along on both sides, I love just walking here up and down on... More

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St. Petersburg, Russia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2012

This street is one of "must go" in the city. Nice buildings, a lot of restaurants and bars. Teather is hightly recommended by the locals.

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Moscow, Russia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2012

This pedestrian street in the heart of this lovely little town has stores, restaurants, market stalls, and people-watching aplenty. We witnessed a group of locals salsa dancing in one of the small parks just off the street - such a great scene!!

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Macaé, Rio de Janeiro
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 13, 2012

That's simply the best spot to visit in Nizhny Novgorod. There are many good shops. I recommend the local artisans.

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Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2012

Bolshaya Pokrovskaya street is the central one in Nizhny Novgorod. Its lengths is over 2 kilometres, and over 1 kilometre of which is the pedestrian part. 'Pokrovka' is the short for Bolshaya Pokrovskaya. That's how we call it. The street was named after the church that used to stand in Pokrovka a long time ago - The Church of the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2012

nice promenade street, lots of shops, theatres, museums, etc. what's more - the center of artistic art, singers, mimes, etc.....

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Paignton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 2, 2012

A great place for all the family. No charge, great to get inside a working kremlin. Access very limited for disabled or pushchairs.

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Port Saint Lucie, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 29, 2012

Many shops and restaurants are located on this pedestrian only tourist street. You will find ice cream(marozhne) stands as well as kvas vendors.(the old fashioned way--out of a stainless steel vat)

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 27, 2012

It is a clam walking street, not too crowded. Have branded items shops on either side. Cute statutes to take photos with. We can spend about 1-2 hours walking up and down. Nice place to see Russian people in their lifestyle.

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