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$1861.57/weekly

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Refer a nurse, therapy, and/or allied health professional, and upon their successful placement, earn up to $500! Anyone can refer!

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What makes allied, nurse, and therapy professionals love to #travelfarwithidr.

• Weekly Pay (Cha-Ching)
• 401k and ESOP (Equity)
• Travel Bonus for qualifying jobs/assignments
• Up to $500 Referral Bonus
• Orientation Hours
• Comprehensive Healthcare benefits (Health, Life, Vision, and Dental) that goes into effect the first of the month following hire date
• Cover up to 50% of individual premium
• Benefit coverage up to 30 days between assignments with IDR Healthcare
• Unlimited behavioral health sessions with licensed counselor if enrolled in our medical insurance

Reimbursements

• Licensure Reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• You are paid for orientation hours. Just record these hours on your timecard before submitting to our timesheets department and we will include it on your next paycheck

Great People

• Access to dedicated and award winning recruiters and credentialing specialist for quick and seamless communication
• 24/7 Support Hotline
• Access to world class Client Management team and Payroll Specialists to help answer any question
• Work with people who share an ownership mindset and a do what is right mentality

IDR is (y)our company – That’s right everyone that works for IDR Healthcare, including our Travelers are part of something bigger than yourself. We are an employee-owned company and in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, as the company grows, so does your share price and equity within the company. Learn more about the biggest differentiator in the Travel Nursing Industry here.

ESOPs are amazing, they allow you to be an owner and be a part of something bigger than yourself! Not to mention, you are earning shares to cash in after retirement to buy that condo at the beach!

Clinician Spotlight

Real appreciation - showing love for all our nurse, therapy and allied health professionals.

Meet Priscilla, one of our incredible Med-Surg/Tele RNs at Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord, NC. Her passion for nursing shines through in everything she does, and her dedication to patient care is truly inspiring. As she puts it, “I love what I do!

IDR has been great! Sarah was amazing and always quick to respond to any questions along the process. She’s the only recruiter who found me exactly what I was looking for in a travel position! She even got a good friend a position that allowed us to work together🤍 I’m grateful for this great opportunity and look forward to my assignment and more in the future!!

“Wrapping up my last week in Maine! Enjoyed a few camping trips, hiking, leaf peeping, exploring coastal towns and quick NH and VT. Feel satisfied with my time here, but beyond ready to be back where I belong.”

👩‍⚕️: @erinsmude | RN

Travel nursing: making a difference in the lives of others while journeying to new places and making memories. Start your new adventure today and #TravelFarWithIDR !

Meet The IDR Team!

IDR Healthcare is a passionate group of individuals blessed to serve the Healthcare Industry and be a part of something bigger than ourselves! Our employee-owned culture excels at empowering our nurses, therapists, and allied health professionals, enabling them to provide exceptional care to those in need with ease. We find value in serving those who serve others daily. While we might not be on the floor with you, we are committed to your success, safety, and well-being. Our goal is to offer you the most positive, world-class travel experience so you can focus on what you do best!

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DEI Mission Statement:

At IDR, we are proud to be a female-led company that works hard to empower diverse talent, foster an inclusive culture, and develop leaders to deliver best in class solutions. As an employee-owned staffing firm, we believe that every person is responsible for acting with honesty and integrity to create a workplace that allows each employee to thrive and succeed. We also recognize that this work is ongoing, and IDR remains committed to fostering an environment of trust, kindness, and inclusivity where employees can express themselves and work together as one IDR team.

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At LRS Healthcare, we match skilled travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals to top facilities nationwide. And we do it fast.

We know the healthcare industry never stands still and neither do we. Our team of specialized recruiters will quickly help you find the travel healthcare job you’ve always wanted. And when you do, we’ll be there to support you whenever you need us, every step of the way.

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Helping others isn't just our passion; it's what we do.

Looking for a reliable healthcare staffing partner? We offer a full suite of staffing services to help you deliver the best patient care.

Travel Nursing Jobs:

Take the next step in your nursing career. We offer travel nurse opportunities in all 50 states.

Travel Allied Healthcare Jobs:

Submit your online application, and we’ll be in touch right away. Once we’ve gotten to know you and matched you to an ideal position, we’ll work together to collect the rest of the details.

Healthcare Staffing Solutions:

Along with your recruiter, you’ll have access to our dedicated operations and traveler experience teams. They help take care of all the details to make your assignment the very best it can be. You won’t go it alone—you can contact us any time, 24/7/365.

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Why Choose LRS Healthcare?

Your success is our priority. That’s why we make the traveler experience easy, so you can spend more time living your life and caring for your patients. Here are just a few more reasons to travel with us.

Traveler First:

You’re never just a number to us. We take the time to learn about you, including your career goals and desired destinations. Your recruiter will guide you from one assignment to the next and be your advocate throughout your journey with us.

Responsive:

Full Service:

Traveler App:

LRS Connect is our job search and employment app designed specifically for healthcare travelers. Start your profile to set up custom job preferences and we’ll notify you (in real time) as soon as your dream job becomes available! When you’re ready, you can apply with ease directly through the app with one simple click!

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Search and discover travel nursing, per diem, allied health, and school-based jobs that are the right fit for you, your skills, and your lifestyle.

Why Gifted Healthcare

Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning healthcare career concierge specializing in travel nursing, local nursing, per diem nursing, allied health, and school-based job opportunities. We have won many accolades for our best-in-class service as an organization created by nurses for healthcare professionals. We know how hard our heroic clinicians and healthcare facility partners work. With our inside knowledge, we’ve created a company that provides nurses with the exceptional experiences and steadfast support they deserve.

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We offer a range of staffing solutions, including per diem, travel nursing, and permanent placements catering to the needs of hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and more healthcare organizations. Regardless of where you decide to go on your next assignment, Gifted will be with you every step of the way.

How to Get Started with Gifted Healthcare

Even heroes need helpers. Getting started with Gifted is a quick and simple 4-step process. Our expert recruiters specialize in helping skilled healthcare professionals find the perfect assignment to get them working quickly. Let us help you!

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"My recruiter is friendly and is always available when needed and is good about getting a contract fast."

“I love how my recruiter always makes sure I am ok, and makes sure my assignment is going well."

"My recruiter is always so helpful and continues to work so hard to find the best contracts for my needs as a traveling nurse who is also a mother of two."

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Atlas medstaff provides a unique approach to healthcare staffing..

Our beliefs are deeply rooted in everything we do. Honesty, determination, integrity, and pride aren’t just buzz words we use because they look good posted on a wall. They are the values we live by and are evident in the work we do every day. We start at great and expect more every day. Our team is focused, experienced, and dedicated to providing the ultimate travel experience to every healthcare professional we serve. As a veteran owned business, we honor and respect what it means to serve. We understand the difficult nature of change in the lives of our traveling healthcare professionals and support them throughout the process.

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“The military meant a lot to me. I was 17 years old and they taught me about teamwork and having drive. We worked as a family, and those are skill sets that I brought back with me.”

– Steve Ryan, President Atlas MedStaff

Largest veteran owned travel nurse staffing company.

Atlas MedStaff ranks as the largest veteran owned travel nurse staffing company in the country. Because of where we came from, we recognize the value and power of service. Everything we do is rooted in our values. If it doesn’t make sense for our nurses working in the hospitals, we won’t do it. Nothing is more important to us than that.

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Your Next Hire or Career Awaits with Phaxis Search and Apply

Why our team.

Phaxis has been working on behalf of amazing clients and candidates for over 20 years, with much success. We have filled over 94,000 roles across our actively serviced clients. Our team understands how to deliver for our clients while guiding our candidates through their career journey and we all want to get you where you want to be.

Your goals are our goals, and we treat them as such. Once you work with us, you’re a part of the team! How can we help you? Everyone has their own path they are seeking, and we’re dedicated to helping you find yours.

Travel Nursing

When you work with our team, we have your back. Whether it’s Boston, Austin or anywhere else, we are dedicated to finding you the best position in the right location for you.  That is not a simple statement we make; it is one we want you to challenge us on.

At Phaxis , our goal is to empower you to steer the course of your career by choosing the positions in cities you feel drawn to. Are you ready for your next adventure?

Nursing Positions We Place:

We’re looking forward to working with you!

• Critical Care RN (ICU/ CVICU/ CCU) • Tele / PCU / Stepdown RN • Emergency Room RN (ED RN/ ER RN) • Operating Room RN • CVOR RN • PACU RN • Endoscopy RN • LPN / CNA • Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN • Covid Response RN • Cath Lab RN • Electrophysiology RN • Interventional Radiology RN

Allied Healthcare

Allied healthcare professionals are on their own specific journey. We looked across the mountain range as well as the opens seas because of how highly sought after you are. We search high and low to find the positions that you’d be a great fit for.

Let’s get you to your goals!

Allied Positions We Place:

• Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)
• Pathologist Assistant
• Surgical Tech (ORT/ CST/ CVORT)
• Endoscopy Tech (Endo Tech)
• Nuclear Medicine Tech (NMT)
• Radiation Therapist
• Medical Physicist
• Ultrasound Tech
• Dosimetrist

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From Joseph Aziz, Candidate

From Lorraine Elshiekh, Client

From Josephine Cintron, Candidate

From Tasnim Chowdhury, Candidate

From Hannah Ross, Candidate

Looking to hire healthcare professionals? Our team has you covered. We are constantly on the hunt for top talent and pride ourselves on finding the best fit for you – and fast.

We find the best crewmembers for:

• Surgical Centers
• Long Term Care
• Long Term Acute Care
• Skilled Nursing Facilities
• Covid Response Centers
• Rehab Clinics
• Outpatient Clinics

What do we provide?

Fully vetted candidates.

• Background checks • Reference checks • Employment verification • Medical and drugs screens • License and certification verification

Credentialing

• Comprehensive credentialing with quick turnaround times

• Access to a large database of passive candidates

We Cover...

• Worker's comp • Benefits • Payroll

Travel With Us

Are you itching for your next adventure? Let us help you find it! With so many cities to choose from nationwide, we’re here to help you find your next nursing or allied healthcare position. It’s time to explore not only a new place, but a new career experience!

Benefits to traveling with us:

• Personalized Recruitment – We help find the right position for you.
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Competitive Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Worker’s Comp
• Relocation Assistance
• Housing Assistance
• Reimbursements
• Comprehensive Credentialing
• Single Point of Contact Model

Continuing Education

Phaxis Health Solutions LLC Associates require that all employees complete a minimum level of continuing education programs on an annual basis. In compliance with federal and state law, employees will complete a variety of courses relevant to the work they are performing to include, but not limited to; HIV/HBV information, fire and safety, universal precautions, infection control and information concerning state and federal abuse reporting requirements.

The following online education programs are available for continuing education; however, this is not an inclusive list of available resources:

• www.relias.com
• www.nursetesting.com
• www.myfreece.com
• www.healthcarestaffinghire.com
• www.wildirismedicaleducation.com

Evidence of continuing education and annual required in-service education are part of the ongoing competency assessment program to be maintained in the personnel file. Please be sure to send copies of any completed CEU’s to your agency contact.

Join Our Team

Hire talent, your career is our mission, ready to work with a team that has your back.

Phaxis is here to show you the way. With the help of our recruiting compass, our client depth and expertise, and our unmatched ability to pair clients and candidates to find the career path for everyone, there’s no question that you should work with Phaxis. We are dedicated to matching your unique skills and abilities with not only your dream role, but also with the right team. Phaxis requires that you mesh both personally and professionally to ensure long-term partnerships.

We want to be part of your team... as much as we want you to be part of ours.

Apply now by filling out a skills checklist, do you know good people ready to help them with their next position and earn, we know great people know great people..

What's a Team Without Me and You?

Clients. Candidates. Internal staff. Searching for your dream travel or allied healthcare position or your dream candidate on your own is no easy feat. When you decide to become a part of our team, we’re not just a partnership, we’re a family. We want to know what makes you tick, what lights you up, and even what you can’t stand. With us, you’ll get to the gold.

With us, you'll reach your goals.

Place your career on the map, want to work here, our services & solutions, finance & accounting, travel healthcare, support services, your career success awaits, want to talk about open positions want to talk about hiring great people have questions we’re here to help.

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Let Our Trusted Travel Nursing Agency Help with Medical Staffing

We are an Award-Winning Travel Nurse Staffing Agency

Driven by a passion for service, our team is dedicated to finding the perfect fit for both travel nurses and facilities.

Our Mission:

We’re redefining the healthcare staffing industry - harnessing the power of people and technology to create exceptional experiences for everyone involved. We place people first.

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You’ll have full access to your team and our job board, fully empowered in your career.

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Why travel with trusted.

When you work with Trusted, you’ll get access to our leading comprehensive benefits package . We provide:

• Competitive pay with tons of bonus opportunities (including sign-on, completion, and referrals)
• License, certification, and CEU reimbursement
• Retirement and insurance plans
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits to help you live a healthier life – on the road and at home.

Do What You Love with Travel Nursing

A career in travel nursing means you have more time to do whatever it is you love.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It. Here’s What Our Nurses Say...

Earn up to $1,500* when you refer a friend.

Get $1,500 When You Refer A Friend!

Our biggest asset is our network of talented and qualified healthcare professionals.

If you know someone who is in the market for a new travel position, you can get paid for referring them to us!

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Travel nursing job.

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I’m ready for more!

Get your travel nurse career on

You can expect unrivaled commitment from your team at epic travel staffing. while you’re serving patients, we’re serving you. we are behind the scenes – anticipating your needs so your travel nursing assignment runs smoothly, and paving the way for your next adventure., you’re in the driver’s seat, but you’re never left without a navigator – and that’s the epic travel staffing difference..

Freedom found in travel nursing jobs Choose your U.S. destination.

Travel nursing opportunities are waiting.

Unlike positions on permanent staff, travel nursing jobs give you the opportunity to travel and work in your field at the same time. at epic travel staffing, we understand that it’s not about filling jobs, but fulfilling the career dreams of our travelers., with so many factors to consider (location, travel nurse salary, clinical specialty, benefits), you need a partner with a thorough knowledge of the travel healthcare job landscape, who can guide you to a travel nurse job that aligns best with your goals and level of experience. that’s where we come in., what can you expect from your epic travel staffing experience.

Get Paid (More)

You’ll never second-guess your value at Epic Travel Staffing. Expect a competitive salary with bonuses and rewards to boot.

Better Benefits

Choose the benefits you need based on your lifestyle and circumstances. Plus, receive full coverage from day one of your assignment!

Concierge-Level Guidance

Your Epic Travel Staffing recruiter goes above and beyond to give you confidence in every step of your stress-free journey.

Live Life To Your Fullest

Unlock the life you want with a nursing job (and U.S. destination) that suits your career goals and lifestyle.

Best travel nurse recruiters in the biz

A career as a travel nurse is meant to be exciting, not intimidating. Our travel nurse recruiters make sure you enjoy all the benefits of traveling without the headaches – you’ll have a whole team going to bat for you! We bring the expertise and resources of a major healthcare staffing group alongside the approachability of a close friend to provide you with the best recruitment and placement services.

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Travel Assignments

Discover your next travel opportunity.

Expand your career and see the country. We partner with medical facilities and school districts providing healthcare travelers with access to nursing, allied, school, therapy, and behavioral assignments from coast-to-coast.

Why travel with Amergis

Experience the travel lifestyle with our support, every step of the way..

• Have a dedicated travel recruiter match you to openings, and provide 24/7 emergency support with local Maxim offices nearby
• Receive weekly pay, first of the month health benefits like medical, dental, prescription, and vision plans
• Receive tax advantage compensation, expense reimbursement for travel/state licensure, and MyTime program to earn up to 24 hours paid time off each year
• We offer a wide variety of travel contracts, including per diem, full-time, and part-time, for travel assignments across the country.

*benefits may vary and are subject to change based upon employment status and specific assignments

Personalized guidance

Your dedicated travel nurse recruiter understands your goals and works tirelessly to find the ideal assignments, offering support around the clock.

Nationwide reach

With 70+ offices located across the country, we can help you explore diverse new locations and travel healthcare settings.

Comprehensive benefits

Weekly pay, quality health coverage, and tax advantages ensure you’re well taken care of.

Let’s find your next adventure

Travel nurse assignments

• Telemetry (TELE)
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Emergency Room/Department (ER/ED)
• Critical Care Unit (CCU)
• Operating Room (OR)
• Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Cardiovascular Intensive Care (CVICU)
• Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
• Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU)
• Psychiatric Care Unit (PCU)
• Mother-Baby/Postpartum

Travel allied assignments

• Surgical Techs
• Sterile Processing Techs
• Radiology/Imaging
• Physical and Occupational Therapists
• Medical Assistants
• Social Workers and Counselors
• Respiratory Therapists
• Pharmacy Technicians
• EMT/Paramedics
• Phlebotomists
• Patient Care Technicians
• A/R Specialists
• Medical Lab Technician

Travel school assignments

• Special Education Teachers
• Behavioral Interventionists
• Bilingual Interpreters
• Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)
• Case Managers
• Nurses (RN, LPN, LVN, CSN, CNA)
• Occupational and Physical Therapists
• Paraprofessionals
• School Psychologists
• Speech Language Pathologists

Staffing made easy

Find and keep track of your nursing assignments.

Balancing a rewarding nursing career with your personal life has never been easier. Our assignments, available through our MaxView jobs app, offer unmatched flexibility and the ability to choose the shifts and work environments that best suit you.

Putting people first

Testimonials

Nurse, Maine

Nathanael S.

Healthcare Professional, Virginia

I can highly recommend [Amergis] as an agency to work for!

Travel Nurse, Texas

I previously worked for a travel nurse company. [Amergis] is far superior in overall work environment, support, communication, and quality leaders.

Healthcare Professional, Wisconsin

It’s been a delight working with [Amergis]. Their staff is courteous, prompt & works well with us.

Healthcare Professional, Minnesota

Healthcare Professional, California

Office customer staff is exceptional. Hands down the most intelligent and caring staffers.

Recruiter, California

Recruiter, Florida

I have, from day one, always felt supported and welcomed by [Amergis].

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Kostroma is a cosy and hospitable Russian city with a unique atmosphere and Russian Empire spirit. Standing on the banks of the Volga and Kostroma Rivers, it boasts lovely embankments and numerous historical sites.

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Kostroma is located 370 kilometres from Moscow. Its population numbers 300 000 people. The city of Kostroma was founded in 1152 by Prince Yury Dolgoruky. In the Russian chronicles, the city was first mentioned as late as 1213, when Kostroma was devastated and burned. In 1238, Kostroma was attacked by the Tatar-Mongols. There are two different versions of the origin of the city’s name. The word Kostroma could come from the Finno-Ugric word kostrum, which means a fortress. The second version is related to paganism. During pagan holidays, a straw doll followed by dancing was called Kostroma, and then the doll was burned or dumped into the river. Paganism was strong in the villages around Kostroma. Rituals involving a doll were held until the 19th century. In the middle of the 14th century, Kostroma became part of the Moscow principality. It was also an important trading base and attracted eastern and Russian merchants. During the fire of 1413, 30 buildings were burned in Kostroma. The period from 1425 to 1450 was especially difficult for Kostroma, as there were endless battles over Russia’s lands. Kostroma was located between the Moscow and Galicia Principalities, which competed with each other. Therefore, Kostroma was often pillaged by both the Moscow and Galician princes. The Kazan Tatars also attacked Kostroma. During the Time of Troubles, Kostroma survived difficult times. In 1608, the Poles invaded the city. In neighbouring Galich, a popular uprising took place. The militia liberated Galich and then Kostroma. Soon, the popular movement in Kostroma was suppressed. A year later, a new militia attacked the Poles from Kostroma. The survivors settled in the Ipatiev Monastery and remained there for more than six months. As a result, the wall of the monastery was blown up, and the Russians were victorious. In 1612, the Polish interventionists were expelled from Russia’s lands. Kostroma was the birthplace of new Russian Tsar Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov. It’s also the homeland of Russian national hero and martyr Ivan Susanin. Among Kostroma’s attractions, there is a museum dedicated to Ivan Susanin in the village of Susanino, on Sovetskaya Street. During the Soviet period, many churches were destroyed by the Bolsheviks.

On 13 August 1944, Kostroma became the administrative centre of the newly formed Kostroma region. In 1950-1980, the textile, electronics and woodworking industries grew rapidly.

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Kostroma is a popular city among tourists, and most attractions are within walking distance. Most hotels are located on the Volga River embankment, near Gostiny Dvor and the Fire Tower. If you want to admire the incredible view of the Volga from a balcony, take a look at Boutique Hotel Ostrovsky Prichal. It offers good access to the city’s main attractions. Moskovskaya Zastava Hotel is just 10 minutes’ walk from the beach. Ya-Hotel, Dom Na Sennom and Boutique Hotel Old Street are located in the heart of Kostroma. You can also book an apartment or a guest house in the city.

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Despite the size of the city, it’s easy to find a nice restaurant or café here. To try local and international cuisine, have dinner at Izbushka. It’s a modern, chilled-out café where they serve various salads, vareniki (dumplings), fried perch and traditional Russian soups like borshch, solyanka or shchi. Slaviansky is a popular place where you can try vodka-based beverages and meat dishes prepared to traditional Russian recipes. Hundertwasser is named after a famous Austrian architect. Come here to relax with a cup of coffee. Dudki-Bar, Old Pier and Volga are also recommended by both locals and tourists alike.

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• The Ipatiev Monastery is located between the Volga and the Kostroma River. The monastery, founded in 1330, was a kind of fortress on the Volga. In the 16th century, the monastery was surrounded by stone walls, and a number of monastic buildings were also made of stone. In 1613, Trinity Cathedral saw the solemn ceremony to elect Michael Romanov. The first Tsar lived here with his mother. It was referred to as the cradle of the Romanovs. The beautiful Trinity Cathedral is also an outstanding highlight of any visit.
• The Fire Tower is a prominent architectural monument from the 19th century, located on Susaninskaya Square. It is one of five buildings that form the main complex of the Kostroma Historical, Architectural and Art Museum. Today, it includes an excursion department of the museum and storage facilities. The Fire Tower was built on the order of Governor K.I. Baumgarten. At the end of 1823, architect P.I. Fursov developed a draft of the building and a budget for its construction. Construction works were carried out between 1824 and 1825 by A. Stepanov, while S.F. Babakin and S.S. Povirznev, two sculptors from Yaroslavl, continued working on the project from 1825 to 1827. When visiting Kostroma in 1834, Emperor Nicholas I was fascinated by the building.
• The Museum of Wooden Architecture was founded in 1958. It is located in the area around ​​the Ipatiev Monastery. The museum is very unusual, as all of its exhibits are located outdoors and represent examples of the religious and residential architecture of the past. Susaninskaya Square is a huge square in the centre of Kostroma. Here, you will see large arcades from the ancient markets, the firewatch tower, the Guard House and the palace of General Borshov. The latter was built between 1819 and 1824. Borshov was a hero of the Patriotic War of 1812. In 1849, the building became a hotel (Hotel London).
• The Bogoyavlensky (Epiphany) Monastery is a church surrounded by strong walls and several massive towers. It’s open to the public, so don’t miss the chance to visit it.
• The old shopping arcades were built in 1796. Here, there were large market halls. Some of these arcades became sophisticated modern stores, but many of them still stand empty.
• The Guard House (Gauptvakhta) is a museum not far from the Fire Tower.
• The Drama Theatre is one of the oldest theatres in the country. This classical building was opened in 1863. In 1923, it was named after the famous Russian writer Alexander Ostrovsky. You can also see his monument opposite the building.

Novaya railway station is located 3.5 km from the city centre. Kostroma bus station is just 1 km from the railway station. From here, you can get to Vladimir, Yaroslavl and other Russian cities. If you prefer to go by air, there are 2 flights a week from Moscow to Kostroma. You can also go by bus (7 buses a day), but it will take you 7 hours to get there. If you travel from St Petersburg, the train is the easiest option. Getting around Kostroma is easy – you can use trolleybuses, buses and taxis.

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Kostroma is a city in Russia standing on the banks of the Volga River about 340 km northeast of Moscow, the administrative center of Kostroma Oblast. This city is included in the list of historical cities of Russia and the famous tourist route “The Golden Ring of Russia”.

The population of Kostroma is about 277,000 (2022), the area - 145 sq. km.

The phone code - +7 4942, the postal codes - 156000-156530.

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History of Kostroma

Foundation of kostroma.

Kostroma is an old Russian city with a rich, eventful history. The date of foundation of Kostroma is officially considered to be 1152. This date was proposed by the historian Vasily Tatishchev, who associated this event with the activities of Yuri Dolgorukiy (Grand Prince of Kiev) in the north-east of Russia. However, there are no reliable sources proving this date. The hypothesis according to which Kostroma was founded much earlier, in the middle of the 9th century, doesn’t have scientific support as well.

The first written mention of the existence of Kostroma dates back to 1213. This year, Rostov Prince Konstantin burned Kostroma, which supported his brother Yuri (Vladimir Prince). In the 13th-14th centuries, fortified monasteries arose around Kostroma protecting the approaches to the town: the Ipatiev Monastery and the Nikolo-Babaevsky Monastery.

In 1364, Kostroma became part of the Moscow Principality. The location of this fortified town near the confluence of the Kostroma River in the Volga provided control over the Volga route and the route to the north along the Kostroma River, as well as over the local salt springs.

The wooden town was often subjected to attacks by Novgorod pirates. Therefore, in 1419, it was moved to a new elevated place, which became known as the Kostroma Kremlin. The first stone building in Kostroma was built here - the Assumption Cathedral.

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Kostroma in the 17th-19th centuries

In 1613, in the Ipatiev Monastery, Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov was called to reign, which was the end of such a period in the history of Russia as the Time of Troubles (Smuta). Thus, Kostroma became the “cradle” of the imperial Romanov dynasty.

By the middle of the 17th century, Kostroma, in its economic development and number of residents, became the third largest town of the Russian state after Moscow and Yaroslavl with well-developed textile, leather, soap making, silver, and icon painting industries. Blacksmithing, pottery, construction industries were also developed. Kostroma became a large trading center. In the second half of the 17th century, an outstanding school of fresco and icon painting was formed in Kostroma.

In 1708, Kostroma became a provincial town of Moscow Governorate. In 1767, Catherine II approved the coat of arms of Kostroma with the image of the galley “Tver”, on which she arrived in Kostroma. Kostroma became the first town in Russia to receive its own coat of arms.

From the middle of the 18th century, the development of Kostroma as a textile center began. In terms of the volume of linen fabric produced, Kostroma quickly came out on top in Russia. There were also 12 tanneries and 18 brick factories, 6 cloth manufactories, and other factories. Kostroma became a major river port on the Volga transit route. In 1781, the master plan for the development of Kostroma with stone buildings was approved. In 1796, by decree of Emperor Paul I, it became the administrative center of a separate Kostroma Governorate.

In 1811, the population of Kostroma was about 10,000 people. In 1870, the first water supply system was built in Kostroma. In 1891, the Museum of Antiquities was opened. In 1894, there were 36 churches in Kostroma. The population of the city was 33,012 people. In 1895, the first five-story building was constructed in Kostroma (a dormitory for workers and employees of the Novo-Kostroma Linen Manufactory Partnership).

Kostroma in the 20th century and beyond

In 1913, Kostroma became one of the centers of celebrations in honor of the Romanov Tercentenary. For this event, a power station was built in the city, the second stage of the water supply system was opened, the foundation of a grandiose monument to the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty was laid, a number of civil buildings were built, including the Romanovsky Museum and the Romanovskaya Hospital. The population of the city was about 48,000 people.

On January 14, 1929, Kostroma Governorate was abolished. Kostroma lost the status of a regional center and was included first in Ivanovo and then Yaroslavl oblast. Industrialization in Kostroma was a forced development of textile, light, and wood processing enterprises, as well as textile machinery.

In 1932, the construction of a railway bridge over the Volga River was completed. By the end of the 1930s, the population almost doubled due to the influx of labor from peasants. In 1932, a textile institute was opened, in 1939 - a teacher’s institute.

In the 1930s, a lot of churches were destroyed or rebuilt in Kostroma. The Kostroma Kremlin was completely demolished in 1934. A huge monument was erected on the resulting wasteland to Vladimir Lenin. At the base of the statue was a pedestal, which had been laid in honor of the celebration of the 300th anniversary of the Romanov House.

In 1939, the population of Kostroma was 121,325 people. During the Second World War, hospitals, military schools, and the civilian population were evacuated to Kostroma. On August 13, 1944, the city of Kostroma became the administrative center of the newly formed separate Kostroma Oblast.

In the 1950s-1980s, in Kostroma, in addition to the textile and woodworking industries, new industries were intensively developed: power engineering, machine building and metalworking, radio electronics and instrument making. Intensive industrial and housing construction was carried out at this time: new industrial zones and residential micro-districts were formed.

Tourism infrastructure also began to develop. In 1958, a historical and architectural museum-reserve was organized on the basis of the Ipatiev Monastery. In the 1960s, behind the southern wall of the monastery along the left bank of the Igumenka River, a museum complex of wooden architecture was formed.

In 1970, the auto-pedestrian bridge across the Volga was opened. In 1987, the Citi Day of Kostroma was celebrated for the first time, which coincided with its 835th anniversary. In 1989, about 278,000 people lived in Kostroma.

In 2003-2010, a large-scale campaign to improve the city was carried out. Among other things, a pedestrian zone was organized along the Volga embankment; Susaninskaya Square, Mira Square, and the boulevard part of Mira Avenue were reconstructed, a lot of monuments and sculptures were installed.

Architecture of Kostroma

On the street in Kostroma

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Kostroma cityscape

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Picturesque old building in Kostroma

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Kostroma - Features

Kostroma is one of the oldest Russian cities with a rich historical and cultural heritage. This city is a unique monument of Russian urban planning of the 16th-19th centuries with a lot of monuments of architecture and history. It is one of the Russian cities that have preserved, in general, its architectural appearance. The Volga River, dividing the city into two parts, gives it special beauty and attractiveness.

This city has an unusual street layout: they fan out from the Volga embankment. There is a legend that Catherine II ordered the court architects to develop a city plan for Kostroma. None of the projects satisfied her. Then one of the architects asked what, in her opinion, this city should look like. Catherine spread her fan, which she held in her hands, and said: “Here is an example”.

The name “Kostroma” is explained by historians in different ways. According to one version, the city was named after the Kostroma River, on the banks of which it stands. According to another version, the name may be associated with one of the characters of peasant beliefs - Kostroma - a straw scarecrow usually burned with the advent of spring. The most popular version refers to the times when on the banks of the Volga River people built large “kostry” (“bonfires”) of tree trunks, which were later rafted down the river.

The climate is temperate continental. The average temperature in January is minus 10.9 degrees Celsius, in July - plus 18.3 degrees Celsius. The City Day in Kostroma is celebrated on the second Saturday of August.

The main rivers of Kostroma are the Volga (Gorky Reservoir) and the Kostroma, its left tributary. The city has a river port, but regular passenger traffic is very limited. In summer, several cruise ships stop at this port daily. Kostroma is connected with Moscow by the daily train “Kostroma”. Urban transport includes buses, minibuses, and trolleybuses.

Tourism is considered as the most important direction of development of the city economy. Kostroma is traditionally included in the Golden Ring of Russia tourist route and cruises along the Volga. The Golden Ring of Russia is a tourist route that passes through the old cities of North-Eastern Russia, where unique historical and cultural monuments have been preserved (Vladimir, Ivanovo, Kostroma, Pereslavl Zalessky, Rostov the Great, Sergiev Posad, Suzdal, Uglich).

Most tourists visit the city as part of a day trip. Several tourist brands are developing in Kostroma: “Kostroma - the pearl of the Golden Ring”, “Kostroma - the jewelry capital of Russia”, “Kostroma - the birthplace of Snegurochka (the Snow Maiden)”, “Kostroma - the cradle of the Romanov dynasty”. Such traditional products as Kostroma cheese and Kostroma linen are produced in this city.

Since old times, Kostroma was famous for its craftsmen, who made beautiful household utensils and toys. Today, you can buy original home decorations made of wood, clay, and ceramics. Hand painted ceramic dishes are especially popular among visitors.

Main Attractions of Kostroma

Susanin Square - the central square of Kostroma built according to the general plan of the city of 1781-1784. Here you can see a unique preserved architectural ensemble of the late 18th-19th centuries. The main dominant of the square is the Fire Tower (1825), which has become one of the symbols of Kostroma. Today, there is a firefighting museum in this building.

On this square there are also such interesting architectural monuments as the Shopping Arcade, the Borshchov’s House, the Guardhouse, as well as the monument to Ivan Susanin (a Russian national hero of the Time of Troubles).

Ostrovsky Pavilion - one of the main symbols of Kostroma. This elegant snow-white rotunda stylized as a noble building of the 18th-19th centuries is located on the bank of the Volga River, on a high embankment remained from the ramparts of the old Kostroma kremlin. From here you can enjoy magnificent views of the Volga. The pavilion is named after the Russian playwright Alexander Ostrovsky. 1 Maya Street, 2.

Monument to Lenin (1928). The most interesting fact about this monument located in the Central Park of Kostroma is that its pedestal was initially built for the monument to the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty celebrated in the city in 1913. It is also one of the largest monuments to Lenin that exists in Russia today. Chaykovskogo Street, 4?.

Snegurochka’s House - the place of residence of the fabulous granddaughter of Father Frost (Russian Santa Claus) and her assistants. The house itself is part of the entertainment complex, which includes souvenir shops, a restaurant of Russian cuisine, a belfry, playgrounds.

Exciting and informative excursions are held for visitors throughout the complex. The play of Alexander Ostrovsky about Snegurochka was written near Kostroma. The movie about her was also created in the vicinity of this city. Lagernaya Ulitsa, 38.

Church of the Resurrection on Debrya (1645-1651) - a beautiful monument of architecture and culture, one of the most visited attractions in the Upper Volga region, one of the first stone buildings of Kostroma. The church was built at the expense of the townspeople, the most significant amount was donated by the merchant Kirill Isakov, who made a fortune by trading with England. Nizhnyaya Debrya Street, 37.

Holy Trinity Ipatiev Monastery - the soul and heart of Kostroma, the cradle of the Romanov dynasty, an object of Russian cultural heritage towering on the bank of the Kostroma River in the western part of the city. On the territory of the Ipatiev Monastery there are more than ten historical buildings. The magnificent Trinity Cathedral (1650-1652) is its main attraction. Prosveshcheniya Street, 1.

Bogoyavlensky Convent (the 16th-19th centuries). The main building of the convent is the Epiphany Cathedral (1559-1565). In addition to the picturesque complex of church buildings, you can also see the Feodorov Icon of the Mother of God - the miraculous icon of the Virgin revered by the Russian Orthodox Church and known as one of the shrines of the Romanov dynasty. Simanovskogo Street, 26.

Museum-Reserve “Kostroma Sloboda” - one of the oldest open-air museums in Russia located near the Ipatiev Monastery. On the territory of the museum you can see wooden architectural monuments of the 18th century moved here from flooded areas. Later, the buildings of the 19th-20th centuries were added. The most famous exhibit is the Church of the Mother of God (1552) from the village of Kholm, the oldest wooden church preserved in the Kostroma region. Prosveshcheniya Street, 1a.

Romanovsky Museum . Opened to celebrate the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty in 1913, it is one of the most famous museum buildings constructed in the provincial cities of Russia. The architecture of the building is an imitation of an old Russian house. The museum exposition covers the history of the Romanov family. Here you can also see paintings, archaeological finds, and objects of applied art. Mira Avenue, 5.

Museum of Flax and Birch Bark - a private museum where fabrics and clothes created using traditional technologies are presented, as well as the stages of processing flax. The museum also has a souvenir shop with a wide range of linen, birch bark, and ceramics items. Tereshkovoy Street, 38.

Museum of Jewelry Art - a private museum, which exposition has the most beautiful jewelry items made by local masters in the 17th-20th centuries. In total, there are about 500 exhibits. Sovetskaya Street, 7.

Sumarokovo Elk Farm - the only elk farm in Russia located about 20 km southeast of Kostroma. Visitors are allowed to feed and pet elks, during the tour you will learn a lot of interesting features from the life of these animals.

Kostroma also has such cultural institutions as a drama theater, a puppet theater, a philharmonic society, and a circus.

Kostroma city of Russia photos

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Bogoyavlensky Convent in Kostroma

Wooden house in Kostroma

Sights of Kostroma

Susanin Square - the central square of Kostroma

Circus in Kostroma

Lenin Monument in Kostroma

Attractions of Kostroma

Church of the Resurrection on Debrya in Kostroma

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Holy Trinity Ipatiev Monastery in Kostroma

The tower of Ipatiev Monastery in Kostroma

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