The Golden Monastery of the Buddha Shakyamuni in Elista
Elista, st. Lenina 
Golden Buddha Shakyamuni Buddha Temple is a significant Buddhist temple in Europe and the Republic of Kalmykia, a majestic and bright place, the dominant of all Kalmykia and Elista, located in its very heart and seen from every corner city.
The Golden Gate in Elista
Elista, ul. Lenina 
In the heart of Elista are the Golden Gate in Elista - a unique exotic monument of Buddhist architecture, the most recognizable and beloved landmark of the city, established in the 90's. The last century, illustrating the whole history of the Kalmyks' life.
City of Chess in Elista
Elista, pr-kt Ostap Bender 
Do you play chess or even have an idea about this fascinating sports game? Then you will be curious to visit the original place in Elista - the City of Chess in the southeast outskirts. This entertaining landmark was built by the Elista for the 33rd World Chess Olympiad
House Museum of the poet D. N. Kugultinov in Elista
Elista, ul. Suseeva, 23 
In Elista, rich in beautiful places of interest, is the house of David Nikitich Kugultinov, in which after his death a museum was built. This two-story house was donated to the poet in 1990. D. N. Kugultinov - the only people's poet of Kalmykia, who became famous beyond its borders.
Kazan Cathedral in Elista
Elista, ul. Sergiy Radonezhsky, d. 97 
Elista residents are proud of their main Kalmyk Christian church - Kazan Cathedral. It was erected in 1996 in the south of Elista and consecrated a year later by His Holiness Patriarch Alexy II of Moscow and All Russia who made the temple invaluable gifts.
Monument to Alexander Pushkin in Elista
Elista, Pushkin square 
Probably, there are no people on earth who are not familiar with the work of Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin, and there is no city in our country where there is no monument to our beloved friend from childhood to the Russian poet. Elista, the capital of the Russian Republic of Kalmykia, is not an exception in this regard either.
Monument to Ostap Bender in Elista
Elista, pr-kt Ostap Bender 
Departing to City-Chess Elista, do not miss on the way a wonderful monument adorning the capital of Kalmykia, the "great combinator", the man "with brains", the hero of the works of I. Ilf and E. Petrov - Ostap Bender.
Enlightenment Stupa in Elista
Elista, City-Chess, Pr-kt Ostap Bender 
Stupa of Enlightenment in Elista is a bright and unique monument of Kalmykia architecture, a cult building in which the Buddhist relics of Elista are kept. There are many such steps in Asian countries and in European countries (France, Hungary and others).
Chapel of St. Sergius of Radonezh in Elista
Elista, ul. Khrushchev, d. 21 
The Cathedral of the Kazan Icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary The Elista and Kalmyk diocese has several pripisnyh temples, one of which is the operating chapel of St. Sergius of Radonezh. Open and consecrated in the spring of 2005 in the Seventh District of the city
Church-Chapel of St. George in Elista
Elista, pr-kt Ostap Bender, Chess Town 
V the capital of Kalmykia, Elista, a lot of religious buildings, including Orthodox, which in addition became the sights of this unique and original city. Orthodoxy here took place in the 17th century from the birth of Christ.
Who visited Elista once, will never forget it. The largest metropolitan city of Kalmykia is amazing with its original nature, religious objects of architecture, monuments, memorials. More and more tourists, especially in recent times, are striving to get here, get acquainted with traditions and customs, oriental flavor and exoticism of this remarkable Russian region.
The Buddhist and Chess Capital of Russia, the pearl of the steppes, this city is distinguished by its inimitable national color and originality, delicious, varied and beautiful cuisine, friendly, hospitable and communicative inhabitants, inner harmony and tranquility and, of course, many attractions. There really is something to do and what to see.
Special attention of tourists is always given to the original monument to the fictional and beloved many literary character Ostap Bender. The monument itself is very expressive, and behind it are a semicircle of famous 12 chairs.
In Elista are two of Europe's largest stunningly beautiful Buddhist temples, from the contemplation of which the spirit captures! In the Buddhist temple, the Golden Monastery of the Buddha Shakyamuni, the main khurul, the insanely beautiful majestic white building surrounded by a fence and decorated with magnificent white sculptures, are celebrated divine services and prayer services.
The doors of this temple are open to anyone, not just Buddhists.
In the main hall a nine-meter tall statue of Buddha is installed. Around the khurul is a magic garden with fountains, flower beds, statues of famous Buddhist teachers and prayer drums, which can be turned if desired.
Another Buddhist temple, The holy abode of the theory and practice of the Gelug school (old Khurul), located directly in the steppe, looks much more modest than the main one. Inside the hurul is also a statue of Buddha. Pigeons living under the roof of the temple, steppe landscapes, peace and quiet give an inexpressible charm to this place. And the final touch is a wonderful rose garden on the territory of the Khurul.
In addition to these two temples, in 1990-2000, in Elista, many more cultural buildings have been created: the Stupa of Enlightenment, the Pagoda of the Seven Days and others, each carries its own religious meaning.
The culture of the city is not limited to oriental color and Buddhism, so you can visit many interesting places. Elista's jewelry became remarkable monuments: in honor of the tankers of the Sixth Guards Tank Brigade, who liberated the capital of Kalmykia, Sergius Radonezhsky, Echo, Yorial, Three Little Bogatyrs, a rotunda with Buddha Shakyamuni, the Alley of Heroes memorial complex in the park "Friendship" and many others.
Special attention of tourists is always given to the original monument to the fictional and beloved many literary character Ostap Bandera. The monument itself is very expressive, and behind it are a semicircle of famous 12 chairs. At any of them, those who wish can sit.
Elista has beautiful Orthodox churches, the main of which is the Kazan Cathedral named after Sergiy Radonezhsky (1996). And, naturally, having arrived to Elista, it is just necessary to look into the Chess City (City Chess), built in 1998 to the 33rd World Chess Olympiad. This place hosts chess competitions and symposiums, cultural and business meetings, Elista's honorary guests often stay here in beautiful cottages.
Elista once visited Elista once again for mood, positive emotions, tranquility and beauty. This city, as if a different world, simply fascinates!