In Gorod Zlatoust, you can discover the art of weapon-making not only through finished pieces but also by seeing how they are made. At the AiRovka Weapons Settlement, visitors can watch the entire process of making utility knives. The record-breaking sword Svyatogor is also on display there. Those who want to try their hand at it can take part in blacksmithing activities and attend individual master classes. For blacksmithing activities and master classes, it is best to confirm current availability in advance.
City History and Products of the Weapons Factory
The Zlatoust Museum of History and Culture was founded in 1825 as the Museum of the Zlatoust Mining District. It offers general guided tours of its history, nature and art sections. The ARSENAL Museum of the Zlatoust Weapons Factory offers another way to explore the city's products: its collection includes more than 1,200 items from the factory's range. These include decorated bladed weapons, cutlery, tableware and personal accessories. The historical perspective on the city and tangible examples from the factory's range thus offer different ways to explore.
The Bashnya-kolokolnya s chasovney Svyatitelya Ioanna Zlatousta cultural complex also combines views over the city with storytelling. From a height of 36.5 metres, visitors can look out over Zlatoust and its surroundings; the stories cover the city's history and the life of Saint John Chrysostom. The complex is located at 16A Krasnaya Gorka, Zlatoust. Check the current access conditions before visiting.
Bazhov's World of Stories, Blades and Minerals
P. P. Bazhov Mountain Park features 36 sculptural ensembles with characters from the stories of Pavel Bazhov. The park also has the Otkrytaya kniga fountain, symbolising the entrance to the world of these stories, and a waterfall tower made of Ural stones. The Dub zhizni sculpture group is located on the viewing platform. The park's museums include Khronograf Zlatousta and Oruzheynaya masterskaya; both display replicas of blades made at the Zlatoust Weapons Factory in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Sozvezdie samotsvetov Museum houses a mineral collection considered one of the finest in the Urals. Visitors can also have their photo taken in a genuine cuirass in the park.
Sculptures and Your Own Creations
Vladimir Pavlovich Zharikov was a sculptor from Zlatoust and an Honoured Artist of the Russian Federation. He created the coat of arms of Zlatoust. The Masterskaya skulptora Vladimira Zharikova museum and memorial displays his sculptures, reliefs, repoussé work and woodwork. Visitors can get hands-on in Vladimir Zharikov's sculpture workshop: they can make a copy of the city coat of arms, a vase based on the master's designs, or their own work in clay. This offers two different ways to engage with the same subject: viewing his work and creating something yourself.
More Experiences and Getting Around
Krylatko Children's Park has more than ten rides, including a children's Ferris wheel, a racetrack and multi-seat ship-shaped swings. Ride availability may vary. Pony rides for children are also organised in the park; as this is a seasonal offering, check locally to confirm whether they are running. The Bogatyrskie zabavy rope park is part of Molodezhny Culture and Recreation Park.
For a wider perspective, the Trans-Siberian Railway between Moscow and Vladivostok passes through the Zlatoust urban district. If you are planning to travel by train, please check current connections and timetables.
Discover more destinations: Satkinsky District, gorod Kyshtym, Troitskiy rayon, Chelyabinsk, gorod Kyshtym, Miass, Satkinsky District, Plastovsky District.
For the broader travel overview: Chelyabinsk Oblast.
