Saratov Hippodrome

1. Saratov Hippodrome

Volodchenko Aleksandr
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2. From the history of the Saratov Hippodrome

The history of the Saratov Hippodrome starts on the 8th 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».

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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.

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In 1915, the Hippodrome was transferred to the area of the 1st
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.

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

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7. 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.

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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.

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

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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.

12. Thank you for your attention!

13. Sources

http://horsesportsaratov.narod.ru/History.html (03.10.2017)
http://oldsaratov.ru/photo/20456 (03.10.2017)
http://ru.calameo.com/books/001277039d506baaace05
(04.10.2017)