Murmansk: Highlights along Lenina Avenue
About the Tour
Join me on this tour through the history of Murmansk, from 1916 till present, as we walk along the Prospekt Lenina - the main street of Murmansk. Experience the lovely and romantic Central Park, the lively Kirovka
and monuments along the street, and, if you like, small, exotic shops and café's on your way. Let's take a stroll downtown in the largest city beyond the Arctic Circle.
Tour Producer
Stormposten Lars Engerengen
In the northern reaches of Europe, amidst the crisp air and breathtaking landscapes, resides an Arctic storyteller whose words weave magic into the frozen silence. Meet Lars Engerengen, a passionate narrator of the Arctic wilderness, a voice that carries the echoes of history and the whispers of untamed nature.
Living beneath the shimmering Northern Lights and the endless glow of the Midnight Sun, Lars discovered his fascination for the Arctic’s lore in childhood. Nights spent listening to age-old tales by the fireside sparked a curiosity that would shape his life’s journey. That spark grew into a flame as he ventured across icy tundras, sailed through fjords, and trekked along snow-laden paths, collecting stories etched into the land and its people.
His storytelling is more than words—it is an immersive experience. With a voice that soothes and inspires, Lars transports listeners to remote landscapes where ancient myths meet modern realities. Through his narratives, one feels the biting wind, hears the crunch of snow underfoot, and senses the resilience of those who carved out life in this harsh yet beautiful region.
Lars doesn't tell you everything, but he tells you enough to pique your curiosity. Enough to make you want to learn more. Enough to make you want to stay a while longer.
Join Lars on a journey beyond the ordinary—a voyage into the soul of the Arctic. Each tale is an invitation to explore a world where nature reigns supreme, and history lingers in every frozen breath. Step into the story, and let the Arctic speak through him.
Preview Location
Location 10
Along Lenina Street
The history of Murmansk can be dated to June 19, 1915, when the construction of the port started. Almost at the same time, the building of the railroad from Petersburg to Semenovskaya bay also began. The city of Romanov-on-Murman was officially founded on Octobe... Read More
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Major Landmarks
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Murmanskiy Oblastnoy Dramaticheskiy Teatr
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Pamyatnik Treske
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Ploshchad' Pyat' Uglov
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Murmansk Mall
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Prospekt Lenina
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AZIMUT Hotel Murmansk
Getting There
Route Overview
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Total distance2km -
Distance back to start location1km
Directions to Starting Point
The tour starts in Five Corners Square, in front of Hotel Azimut. It's a short walk from the Murmansk train station.
Tips
Places to stop along the way
Central Park, The Kirovka
Best time of day
Anytime is good, but during the best time would be during the day, when the shops are open.
Precautions
Please be careful when crossing the road.
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