Before you there is an internet-site "Ivanovo region tourism".     Being situated in the very center of Russia, not far from Moscow, Ivanovo region is wide-known both in our country and outside of its limits. Ivanovo town itself is known as a capital of Russian textile and as a town of brides.     We have what to show to Russian and foreign guests. Inhabitants of Ivanovo are industrious and skilful people keeping and multiplying gumption and skill of their ancestors. Wide-world known are works of the brilliant Palekh and Kholuy, beauties of Plyos and Yuryevets. Wide open for guests are the Volga's spaces and temples of "The Golden Ring of Russia" , museums and theatres, hotels and sanatoria.     We are always glad to show our rich history and culture to tourists whose number is growing with every year.     We love our land and are proud of it.     We invite for cooperation businessmen and business-like people.     Welcome to our Ivanovo land! Governor of Ivanovo region Vladimir Tikhonov