Nizhny Novgorod. This beautiful ancient town with a population of 1.3 million. Man lies on the banks of the Volga in the center of the country. This is one of the oldest Russian cities, was founded in the 13th century. Not surprisingly, there are many attractions and cultural sites. For example, the Nizhniy Novgorod Kremlin, a unique ancient krepost.V the same time, the new Nizhny Novgorod-modern metropolis with plenty of shopping, entertainment, business, education and research centers.