Leskov House in Oryol

Leskov House in Oryol was the residence of Russian writer Nikolai Leskov and now displays manuscripts, photographs, and belongings from his life. The rooms are furnished with period pieces that recreate his domestic world.

Nikolai Leskov arrived in Oryol in 1831 and made the city central to his early writing career. His literary work later profoundly shaped Russian letters throughout the century.

The house reveals how a successful 19th-century writer lived and worked through period furnishings and personal objects on display. Visitors can see how the home environment connected to his literary practice.

The house can be explored in a few hours and offers guided tours that explain the exhibitions. Plan to visit during daytime when natural light shows the details clearly.

The writer was not only an author but also had a varied career as a civil servant and journalist, which shaped his view of Russian society. These different roles can be traced through the objects and documents preserved here.

Location: Oryol

GPS coordinates: 52.96876,36.05364

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:49