A 1924–1928 workers' housing estate in Ivanovo — a rare Russian fachwerk example.

Region: Ivanovo OblastCoordinates: 57°0′N 40°57′E

First Workers Settlement (Ivanovo)

The First Workers Settlement in Ivanovo was built 1924–1928 for textile workers in fachwerk technique. Two-storey houses with characteristic window rhythm; a heritage object and textile capital history page. Within Ivanovo; street viewing, some houses occupied. Best as a walking tour. For 20th-century architecture lovers. Allow 40–60 minutes.

How to get there

Ivanovo city, estate within city limits.

Best season

Year-round, daylight

Travel tips & stories

  • 1924–1928 fachwerk — rare for the USSR.

  • Some houses occupied.

  • Daylight for façade photos.

  • Heritage object — do not damage.

  • Fits industrial Ivanovo route.

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