Ples

Plyos

At the foot of high mountains on the right bank of Volga in the Ivanovo region, lies the small town of Ples, which means a part of the river, perfectly suitable for navigation. Such a perfect location made the town an important border post in the 15^th century. A must-see attraction of the town is the Cathedral Mountain, with a panoramic view to the Volga. The famous Russian painter Isaak Levitan lived and worked in Pyoes for some time. The unique scenery of Plyos is recognizable in many of his paintings. In the 19^th and 20^th centuries the town was a fashionable resort for artists and writers. The town has preserved many stunning buildings of that period which create a beautiful ambiance of a delightful town.