SARATOV HIPPODROME Volodchenko Aleksandr 262 group From

SARATOV HIPPODROME Volodchenko Aleksandr 262 group

From the history of the Saratov Hippodrome The history of the Saratov Hippodrome starts on the 8 th of August 1858, when Alexander II (the Emperor of Russia) created the "Society of hunters of horse run". The Hippodrome was equipped in the area of modern the station Saratov-2 and gave the name of the nearest street «Begovaya» .

In 1889 the Hippodrome was moved to the forecourt in place of the present stadium “Locomotive". It had a mile round and place for visitors.

In 1915, the Hippodrome was transferred to the area of the 1 st Dachnaya. In 1926, the Hippodrome returned to the former place near train station. The Hippodrome did not work until 1943 because on it’s area housed the military supplies and stood anti-aircraft battery.

In 1958, the Hippodrome was moved in the area of the 3 rd Dachnaya. It occupied the territory of about 30 hectares. The building continued until 1970.

What may be interested in the Saratov Hippodrome 1) Tours of the Hippodrome. On the tour you will learn about famous horses and their riders, about the history of the Hippodrome, will show you how to saddle horses and of course will take you ride on them. You can feed the horse, if you bring their favorite food. It is carrots and apples.

2)Horse-riding Lessons. Hire works every weekend , where you can ride a horse or pony. Runners from 11 years can take private horse-riding lessons, and then to engage in the group.

3) Different events. At the Hippodrome often go racing. There are competitions among professional athletes and beginners. At the Hippodrome sometimes celebrate holidays.

In the end I want to say that. If you want to get away from the urban bustle, to relax from the routine and see something spectacular, I advise you to visit the Saratov Hippodrome! The chance to communicate with horses, to look at professional athletes and learn something new about the Hippodrome may be of interest to some of your family and friends. You will not regret if you visit this beautiful place.

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