House of Tsysarenko

The House of Tsysarenko, located on Grecheskaya Street in Taganrog, is a significant cultural heritage site built in the early 19th century. Originally constructed by Tikhon Tsysarenko, the first civil mayor of Taganrog, the house has historical importance as it was visited by renowned writer Anton Chekhov. Over the years, it has served various purposes, including housing the city archive, orphan court, and a public library. The building showcases early classicism architecture with distinctive features such as a rounded balcony and semi-circular windows. Since 1992, it has been legally protected as a cultural heritage site, making it a noteworthy stop for tourists and researchers interested in Russian history and literature.