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Paradise Radio Yacht Club Inc Emerald Lakes

We sail International One Meters, International Ten Rater, International RC Laser, Dragon Force 65 and Dragon Flite 95 class yachts. Prospective members are asked to contact the relevant yacht class Fleet Captain before purchasing a yacht and before applying to join the club.

The club was formed in 2007 by a group of IOM sailors looking for a venue that offered fair sailing breezes and allowed all sailors the opportunity to compete fairly. After spending some months looking at a large number of different Gold Coast venues, Emerald Lakes was chosen.

Emerald Lakes is centrally located in the Gold Coast region. The estuarine lake is fed brackish water from the Nerang River and is therefore, free from freshwater ‘weed’. The sailing area has a north/south aspect and the adjacent large open parklands provide mostly uninterrupted air flow.

Adjacent to beach and boat ramp @ Lakeside Drive Emerald Lakes Parklands Carrara Q 4211 GOLD COAST, Queensland , AUSTRALIA

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We sail International One Meters , International Ten Rater class yachts,  International RC Laser , Dragon Force 65 and Dragon Flite 95 yachts. Check out "Classes we Race" drop down menu at top of the home page and our Class Comparison .

Club Status and Hosted Event History

PRYC incorporated as a ‘not for profit’ Association in 2009.

Paradise Radio Yacht Club is one of four registered RC yacht clubs in the Gold Coast region.

PRYC currently has 100 active members in five different yacht classes, racing over six days per week throughout the year. Most classes race two days per week.

There are currently 33 IOM's , 22 10R's , 21 International RC Lasers , 48 Dragon Force 65's and 26 DF95 yachts in the club.

PRYC hosted Events:

• 2022 IOM Queensland State Championship
• 2021 IOM Queensland Championship
• 2021 RC Laser Queensland Championship
• 2021 DF65 Queensland State Championship
• 2021 IOM South Qld Championship
• 2021 DF95 South Qld Championship
• 2021 DF65 Invitational
• 2021 Ten Rater Open Invitation
• 2020 (December) South Queensland IOM Championship - report
• 2020 (November) Queensland 10R Championship -  report
• 2020 (October) Queensland DF65 Championships - report
• 2020 (August) Queensland DF95 Championship - report
• 2020 (July) Queensland RC Laser Championship - report
• 2019 (November) Queensland 10R Championship
• 2019 (October) Queensland DF65 Championship
• 2019 (June) DF95 Invitational
• 2019 (April) South Queensland RC Laser Championship
• 2018 (July) RC Laser Queensland Championship
• 2018 (June) 10R South Queensland Championship
• 2018  (May) DF65 National Invitational Challenge - report
• 2017 (November) RC Laser Championship of Nations -  report
• 2017 (July) Queensland Dragon Force 65 Championship
• 2017 (April) South Queensland IOM Championship - report
• 2017 (March) Queensland State 10R Championship - report
• 2016 (September) Queensland State IOM Championship. A two-day event with 22 skippers competing.
• 2016 (June) Gold Coast Hobby Show PRYC Display Promotion
• 2016 (April) RG65 Dragon Force Challenge. A one-day event involving some 26 competitors from five different Queensland clubs. - report
• 2014 Australian National RC International Laser Championship hosted by PRYC.
• 2014 Queensland State IOM Championship. A two-day event involving some 52 competitors including interstate and international skippers.
• 2013 Australian ARYA National Championship involving four separate classes was held over thirteen days. Hosted by the QRYA and PRYC, it attracted a very strong field of 115 competitors from all States and New Zealand.

Annual Club Invitation Events:

Our Club was originally established in 2007 specifically for the RACING of radio controlled IOM yachts which is the largest Class in the World, being raced in over 30 countries.

We have since altered our Constitution to provide for racing other classes, but the IOM remains our Principal Class with racing on Saturday afternoons [ 12.30-4pm or 12 races] and Thursday "TOP’s" [Thursday On the Pond] providing a more relaxed and social environment [12.30– 3.00 PM]. The IOM Saturday fleet regularly enjoys 10-20 starters including ex big boat sailors with World, Sydney-Hobart and National representative honours in their personal histories.

Our IOM fleet has also produced representatives to numerous World, European and NZ Championship events.

If you are looking for competitive RC yacht racing, this is the class for you.

PRYC International One Meter Fleet Captain: Bill Clancy Phone (07) 5598 1531

Skippers considering the purchase of a second-hand IOM yacht should ensure it has a valid measurement certificate.

Every Thursday, IOM skippers take to the water with a friendly competitive attitude for handicap racing. Generally, we have between 4 and 10 boats go through the start line. Racing rules are still enforced; however, the general attitude is a little more relaxed than on Saturdays. Sailing starts at 11.00 AM each Thursday and finishes around 3.00 PM. We generally have a break for lunch after 3 or 4 races and complete 12 races by the end of the afternoon.

All comers are welcome. Because generally someone will lend you their boat to try out, Thursday on the pond is a great opportunity before you take the next step of purchasing a yacht. Competitors from all Clubs are always made to feel welcome, so come and try the most competitive radio sport available.

PRYC TOP’s Fleet Captain: Mike Austin   Phone 0427837979

The RC Lasers were introduced to the club in mid 2012 and there is now an active fleet of about a dozen boats. Lasers sail on Wednesdays with the first race starting at 11.00 am and the last at 3.00 pm. The rapid increase in the fleet is undoubtedly because of its strict one-design which makes all boats uniform. A Laser comes in a distinct blue carry bag ready-assembled so no boat building skills are needed. With a new boat out of the bag, just add a radio and receiver and start sailing. The design is simple and exceedingly robust allowing Lasers to easily survive encounters with other boats and rocky shorelines. The relatively heavy keel and standard A, B, C and D rigs allow sailing in all winds up to 40 knots. With no mast stays and a single main sheet, rigs can be changed in under half a minute... more here

PRYC International Laser Class Fleet Captain: Geoffrey Smith Phone 0459239171

• DF65's are the smallest of PRYC yachts.
• At 650 mm long and fully rigged, they easily fit onto the back seat of a car. 
• PRYC's DF65 Fleet has over fourty skippers.
• Race on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 11.00 AM to 3.00 PM.
• Dragon Force 65 is a strict one design class which means that DF65 racing will never be an arms race where money rules.  . .. more here
• Before purchasing a yacht and or applying for club membership, please contact the Class Fleet Captain.

PRYC Dragon Force 65 Fleet Captain:   Julian O'Brien      Phone 0431930744

The 10R division fleet sails every Saturday at Emerald Lakes on a course separate to the IOMs. Racing commences at 10.00am and we sail a minimum of 16 recorded races (weather permitting), completing at around 3pm. Thereafter social sailing takes place on demand, followed by informal refreshments, on demand.

The up to 14 strong fleet of PRYC members are often joined by visitors from other clubs and by prospective sailors, with the accent always being on a fair, fun - filled but competitive day... more here

PRYC Ten Rater Fleet Captain: Ross Capper  Phone 0467521313

Skippers considering the purchase of a second-hand yacht should ensure it has a valid measurement certificate.

The Dragon Flite DF95 is our new kid on the block!

DF95 yachts are the 'big cousin version' of Dragon Force 65 yachts and are new to PRYC. 

 DF95 Fleet race on Friday at Emerald Lakes from 11.30 AM to 2.45 PM and on Sunday from 11.30 AM to 2.30 PM.

PRYC DF95 Fleet Captain: Ron Brown Ph 0450176522

See more DF95 class information here

• Congratulations to PRYC DF65 skipper 18-05-24
• 2024 RC Laser National Championship won by PRYC club member 05-05-24
• Emerald Lakes Parkland Fire Ant WARNING 30-04-24
• Bindawalla back home 28-04-24
• 2024 Back Bage Bar Trophy 16-03-24

Latest Results

• DF95 - 17th May 2024
• IOM - 18th May 2024
• 10R - 18th May 2024
• DF95 - 10th May 2024
• DF65 - 18th May 2024
• 10R - 11th May 2024
• RC Laser - 15th May 2024
• DF65 - 14th May 2024
• RC Laser - 8th May 2024
• DF65 - 7th May 2024
• 10R - 4th May 2024
• DF95 - 3rd May 2024

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Our documents.

• PRYC CALENDAR
• PRYC CONSTITUTION
• PRYC BY LAWS
• PRYC MEMBER PROTECTION POLICY
• PRYC BEHAVIOU R POLICY STATEMENT
• PRYC RISK ASSESSMENT  
• PRYC INSURANCE
• PRYC HONOUR BOARD

Please contact relevant Fleet Captain ( refer to PRYC website relevant class page) before submitting a membership application form. 

• MEMBERSHIP FORM
•   PRYC STRATEGIC PLAN

 EQUIPMENT RELATED:

• RC Yacht Battery Care Information
• Flysky FS-i6/FS-i6X Transmitter & Receiver Set Up Hints & Tricks

RULES RELATED:

• PRYC NOTICE OF RACE
• PRYC STANDARD SAILING INSTRUCTION March 2023
• PRYC RO GUIDELINES  
• PRYC GUIDE TO CONDUCTING HANDICAP RACING
• Study Guide Racing Rules of Sailing 2021 to 2024
• Summary of Changes for  RRS 2021 to 2024
• RRS 44.1 (b) explained
• RRS 20 explained

RULES WORKSHOP:

RULES REFERENCES

• John Ball's RC Sailing Rules & Tactics
• Call Book for Radio Sailing
• Rules Intro & right Attitude Video

ASSOCIATIONS

• Australian Radio Yachting Association
• Queensland Radio Yachting Association

 SUPPLIERS

Plan B International One Metre Racing Yacht

Stephen Sedgmen

MOB: 0417886296

Club Contacts

Committee members.

  Sailing Secretary:   Tony Fannin       Ph 075325438

Member : Murray Dunnett                   Ph 0449268903               Member :  Gary Boulton                      Ph 0433063740  

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Eagleby classic iom regatta.

Jefferys Claims QLD DF65 Title

Over the weekend 27 & 28th April Paradise Radio Yacht Club hosted the 2024 DF65 Queensland Championships held on their Emerald Lakes Course at the Gold Coast. This was a well supported and exciting weekend for the premier QLD DF65 sailing event of the year.

Marbleheads sail at Eagleby

 Marbleheads are going.

2024 QLD RC Laser State Championship Emerald Lakes, QLD

Latest results, 2024 qld df65 state championship emerald lakes, qld, 2024 qld marblehead state championship nr 329 eagleby rd, eagleby, qld, 2023 qld iom state championship gladstone, qld, 2023 qld df65 gold coast classic emerald lakes, qld, 2023 qld 10r state championship eagleby, qld.

COMING EVENTS

2024 qld iom coomera cup sportsmans parade, lake kawana, bokarina, qld, 2024 qld marblehead central queensland regatta hervey bay, qld, 2024 qld ten rater state championship emerald lakes, qld, 2024 eddie cowell regatta kawana, qld.

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Fun! Sun! Hot Dogs! WAR!!!!

Perfect weather for the DF95 Fun Regatta! Plenty of sun and 10 knot westerly (mostly) winds! For the first time in (recorded) history, the Argonauts engaged in Team Racing . Team Captains Kerim Baran and Dennis Rogers chose their respective squads from the skippers present and each was given a Red or Blue pennant to display at their masthead. Standard Racing Rules were used with the following changes: 1) 2-Boatlength Circles, 2) No ‘Proper Course’ restrictions after passing marks, and 3) No penalty for fouling Teammates. Since scores were aggregated for each Team, individual finishes were not as important as helping Teammates who were trying to hold off competitors. This resulted in numerous examples of Teammates intentionally slowing down or maneuvering to ‘gang-up’ on vulnerable opponents! Lots of dicey crosses, slam dunks, and luffing! Special thanks to our beloved ‘Dog-Meister’ Bob Williams who grilled all the Hot Dogs we could eat (and then some…), and Ben Reeve for scoring the Regatta! Results below:

This Saturday, May 18th… dragonflite95 Fun Regatta!

And now for something completely different …. All you dragonflite95 Skippers bring your boat (and your appetite) to the Model Yacht Pond this Saturday! There will be plenty of Fun , Excitement , Prizes and HOT DOGS!!! The Event starts at Noon, so don’t be late!

May 11th Points: IOM & DF95

Thanks to Bob Williams who RD’d the IOM Fleet and Fred Rocha who RD’d the DF95’s! Also, a special Welcome Back to Paul Hart who proves you can’t keep a good Skipper down!

May 4th Points: Soling-50 & ODOM

Thanks to RD’s Gil Jansky (Solings) & Dennis Rogers (ODOM’s)! Results Follow:

April 27 Points: DF95 & IOM

Beautiful, sunny weather with wonky winds! The Dragonflite95 Fleet began in moderate but shifty Southwest winds. Due to the direction, Starboard rounding courses were selected by RD Tom Warren . Though the winds filled a bit over time and veered slightly more westerly, there were some big holes and massive shifts. There were many lead changes, but lawyers took the top two spots with Scotty Harris carrying the day by winning half the races:

Next it was the IOM’s turn and strengthening westerly winds allowed a return to our traditional Port Roundings. RD Chris Staiger ran a combination of Medium and Long courses. Dennis Rogers dominated the fleet of eleven IOM’s; missing a perfect score of “6”‘ by a single point. Results follow:

DF95 R-8 Final Results:

CONGRATULATIONS to Mark Golison , the 2024 Region 8 Dragonflite95 Champion! Racing was extremely close with 2 of the top 5 positions being decided via tie-breaks. Thanks to our Race Committee Members who worked so hard to host this regatta and congratulations to our Corinthian Award Winner, Henry Johnson !

Video courtesy of Steve Ross & Kerim Baran:

April 6th Points

CARNAGE! Both on the Water and Off! Between damaged/malfunctioning boats and damaged infrastructure, we lost a number of ODOMs as well as a downed skipper (due to the collapsed concrete culvert in the control area: Get healed up, Paul!) Despite this, the conditions were beautiful with sunny skies, mild temperatures and good westerly winds. Chris Staiger RD’d the ODOM Fleet with Results below:

Following the ODOMs, the winds moved a bit southerly and became a little more shifty but didn’t slacken much. Gil Jansky RD’d the Soling 50 Fleet where racing was tight and lead changes were common. Overall, great day for Racing (and Gremlins…)

REMINDER: The Dragonflite95 Region 8 Championships are only TWO WEEKS AWAY!!! Get your Entries in! (see below)

March 16th Points

Light southerly winds greeted the IOM fleet as Point racing began today. RD Ben Reeve utilized several course options from Medium to Long to mix things up until the winds filled and moved more westerly.

Thanks to Kerim Baran for the Drone Footage!

DF95’s were next . Winds filled to over 7 knots and moved near true West by the time the DF95’s turn came. Again, RD Ben Reeve called Medium, Long and ‘Reverse Short’ (Yes: downwind start to a leeward gate…) courses resulting in tight racing with many lead changes.

March 2nd Points

Good turnout despite the weather. Thanks to Race Director Steve Delva .

Feb. 24th Points – DF95 & IOM

More Water, But less wind….

The Draining/Scraping/Refilling of the Pond left us precariously low on water and forced the use of a 4-Heat HMS scenario for the IOM Region 8 Championships held February 16th – 18th (limiting fleet sizes to 11 boats). Fortunately, the Pond has mostly regained its ‘normal’ water level and only a small reef remained near the fill pipe for our February 24th Points Races.

Seventeen DF95’s took to the water in light, variable winds with RD Ben Reeve calling the line, taking down names, arbitrating disputes and narrowly avoiding protests.

Next it was Deja vu all over again as Eleven IOM’s started in moderate westerly winds. Racing was tight and clean as five skippers shared the 1st Place finishes between them.

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Sarasota Model Yacht Club

Welcome - About Us

The Sarasota Model Yacht Club got its start in Sarasota in 1996.  Our club sails the American Model Yachting Association-sanctioned one-design Soling One Meter R/C , RC Laser, DF65, DF95 and (during the winter only) IOM model yachts. The club meets six (seven times a week when the IOM sail) times per week for practice and racing. We sail at the  Nathan Benderson Park at  the West Lake on Athletes Drive.   The West Lake is off of Honore at Athletes Drive. 

    The Soling 1-Meter kit-based model is a pleasure to sail. As a one-design, it is an ideal introduction to model yachting, yet it provides a  competitive boat for the best of veterans as well and is available from  “ Boatyard John ” (our club builder). 

    The RCLaser is factory-built ready to sail and available at  intensitysails.com  

We also sail the Dragon Force (DF) DF65 and the DF95 RC boats. 

The DF 65 is one of the fastest growing class of RC sailboats in the U.S. The boat has earned this distinction by being a great one-design sailing boat while being the least expensive ready-to-sail boat on the market. At around $350 for a boat with radio and receiver and about 3 hours of assembly and you're on the water.    

The DF95 is the fastest growing class in the USA and is near Ready-to-Sail in a kit form from  Radiosailing.net  or from “Boatyard John”. 

    All skill levels are welcome, from neophytes to crusty old salts! You will find that our members can be very helpful in getting you involved with this great hobby. Come on out to watch the hard-fought races or join us for practice and racing.  

The Soling One Meter (S1M) :  This S1M the largest class in the U.S. and Florida. We sail Solings Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Race Captains rotate throughout the year. Craig Collemer is the Race Captain.

The RC Laser :  This is the largest RC class in the world. We sail Lasers on Friday. Steve Lippincott is the Race Captain.

The DF65 and the DF95 :  These are the newest and fastest-growing restricted one-design class in both Florida and the U.S.  

We sail DF95's on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Bill Hendrickson is the Race Captain. The DF65 fleet sails Monday and Wednesday.  Rob Wucki is the Race Captain. 

IOM The IOM Class is considered a Development Class by the AMYA. 

The International One Metre class is the fastest-growing class in the world. This class is distinct and different in purpose from the US One Meter class, and complements the International Marblehead Class as a simpler, less expensive boat. The International class has a one-design rig, and has minimum weights on the keel and overall, and restricts the hull material. The net effect of these differences is that the typical cost spiral of lighter weight, and more expensive materials and manufacturing processes, is arrested. This allows amateur designers and builders a chance to design and build with little concern that they are building in a disadvantage due to weight. This is a feature not found in any existing AMYA class and is one of the reasons that the class is so popular around the world.  We sail IOM's on Sundays in season.  John Stryhn " Boatyard" is the Race Captain.

Where and when do we race?

 The club races at Benderson Park on the West Lake.  The West Lake is located at the intersection of Honore and Athletes Drive, Sarasota Fl. 

GPS Address:    5700 Athletes Drive, Sarasota FL 34235

Summer Racing Hours* - Starts May 14th :

Monday & Wednesday :    DF65 Fleet                              10am - Noon

Tuesday :                            DF95 Fleet & Soling Fleets   10am - Noon 

Thursday :                           Soling Fleets                          10am - Noon 

Friday :                                RC Laser                                 10am - Noon

Saturday :                           DF95 Fleet & Soling Fleet     10am - Noon

Selected Sundays:             IOM Fleet                                 Noon - 3pm                     

Fall, Winter and Spring Racing Hours* - Starts Nov 1st :

Tuesday & Thursday :        DF95 Fleet & Soling Fleets    1 pm - 3pm

Selected Sundays:             IOM Fleet                                 Noon - 3pm

* RC Sailing is a very weather dependent sport. Daily sailing maybe cancelled at any time.

More About Us

Do we accept beginners.

    YES. We encourage sailors of all skill levels to join us. A Mentor Program is available for beginners. 

How can I get a S1M, RC Laser DF65 or DF95?

    Soling 1M:   We have a member called “Boat Yard” who has used/refurbished S1Ms’ for sale. You can also buy a new ready-to-sail boat from John. John's email [email protected] . 

     RC Laser:   A new RC Laser is available at intensitysails.com  at a cost of less than $600 with 3 complete rigs.

     DF95:  A new DF95 can be purchased from Radiosailing.net in kit form for $345, up to $610, which includes a transmitter and receiver, B rig, B sails, LiPo battery, custom stand and sail numbers for A and B sails.  The boat can also be purchased and assembled by club member  “Boatyard” .  The assembly takes 3-4 hours. 

   DF65:  The Fleet at SMYC is unique in that it caters to those unable to walk long distances while racing due to shorter courses then the other classes. The boat is available at http://radiosailing.net/. The boat can also be purchased and assembled by club member  “Boatyard”

Do we have dues/fees?

Dues are $75/year and a signed liability Waiver for SANCA is required.   SMYC is also a member of the American Model Yachting Association (AMYA).  The AMYA has many resources for Individual members. Their web site is www.theamya.org.

The club's primary contact is Commodore Bill Schmeising,            ( 631) 944-1077 or email [email protected]

For questions regarding this website, please contact Bill Schmeising.

Video Links

Here is a recent Video from the Soling Region 7 Regatta:

https://youtu.be/l0ndNOH5RKE

A link to the Sarasota Magazine Article about SMYC https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/news-and-profiles/2020/03/sarasota-model-yacht-club

In the Sky's video link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HaXamACM1I

ABC Channel 7 Video with Linda Carlson:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlZpwkrYIj4

Introductory Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cau3RuLsgxg

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American Model Yachting Association

SMYC is a member of the AMYA, the national governing association for RC sailing in the US.

SMYC is club # 204 - Region #7

SMYC members are encouraged to be individual AMYA members.

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Nathan Benderson Park is a nearly 600-acre paradise nestled in the heart of Florida, featuring a 400-acre lake surrounded by breathtaking scenery. This ultimate recreational destination offers a wide range of activities, including world-class rowing events, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing, and more.

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Gold Coast Radio Yacht Club Inc. Lake Laguna, Palm Beach - Queensland, Australia

Welcome to our piece of sailing paradise at Lake Laguna!

RC sailing is an enjoyable sport/hobby for people of all ages and gender!

We currently sail the IOM, 10 Rater and RM (Marblehead) classes at our Club.

If you are interested in becoming involved in radio sailing, our members will be very happy to answer any questions, or point you in the right direction for information.

Our "Links" page (above) is a good start.

Sailing a radio-controlled yacht is NOT difficult at all.

Basically, there are only 2 controls, 1) for the sails and 2) for the rudder.

Sailing well, observing the rules, is the hard part at times - but not difficult to do at all!

An overview of the Club

Our Club sails throughout the year on Wednesdays and Saturdays from around 1000hrs (sailing times are all " Queensland Times").

The only exception to these sailing ti mes are  Xmas  and New Year's day should they fall on our regular sailing days.

Our Members will be very pleased to meet, greet  and assist you  as we are very keen to introduce new people to the sport.

We have recently  re-introduced our dedicated "handicap" racing to be held on the 1st Wednesday of each month giving everybody a chance to be a winner on the day!

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Zvenigorod's most famous sight is the Savvino-Storozhevsky Monastery, which was founded in 1398 by the monk Savva from the Troitse-Sergieva Lavra, at the invitation and with the support of Prince Yury Dmitrievich of Zvenigorod. Savva was later canonised as St Sabbas (Savva) of Storozhev. The monastery late flourished under the reign of Tsar Alexis, who chose the monastery as his family church and often went on pilgrimage there and made lots of donations to it. Most of the monastery’s buildings date from this time. The monastery is heavily fortified with thick walls and six towers, the most impressive of which is the Krasny Tower which also serves as the eastern entrance. The monastery was closed in 1918 and only reopened in 1995. In 1998 Patriarch Alexius II took part in a service to return the relics of St Sabbas to the monastery. Today the monastery has the status of a stauropegic monastery, which is second in status to a lavra. In addition to being a working monastery, it also holds the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum.

Belfry and Neighbouring Churches

Located near the main entrance is the monastery's belfry which is perhaps the calling card of the monastery due to its uniqueness. It was built in the 1650s and the St Sergius of Radonezh’s Church was opened on the middle tier in the mid-17th century, although it was originally dedicated to the Trinity. The belfry's 35-tonne Great Bladgovestny Bell fell in 1941 and was only restored and returned in 2003. Attached to the belfry is a large refectory and the Transfiguration Church, both of which were built on the orders of Tsar Alexis in the 1650s.  

To the left of the belfry is another, smaller, refectory which is attached to the Trinity Gate-Church, which was also constructed in the 1650s on the orders of Tsar Alexis who made it his own family church. The church is elaborately decorated with colourful trims and underneath the archway is a beautiful 19th century fresco.

Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral

The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is the oldest building in the monastery and among the oldest buildings in the Moscow Region. It was built between 1404 and 1405 during the lifetime of St Sabbas and using the funds of Prince Yury of Zvenigorod. The white-stone cathedral is a standard four-pillar design with a single golden dome. After the death of St Sabbas he was interred in the cathedral and a new altar dedicated to him was added.

Under the reign of Tsar Alexis the cathedral was decorated with frescoes by Stepan Ryazanets, some of which remain today. Tsar Alexis also presented the cathedral with a five-tier iconostasis, the top row of icons have been preserved.

Tsaritsa's Chambers

The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is located between the Tsaritsa's Chambers of the left and the Palace of Tsar Alexis on the right. The Tsaritsa's Chambers were built in the mid-17th century for the wife of Tsar Alexey - Tsaritsa Maria Ilinichna Miloskavskaya. The design of the building is influenced by the ancient Russian architectural style. Is prettier than the Tsar's chambers opposite, being red in colour with elaborately decorated window frames and entrance.

At present the Tsaritsa's Chambers houses the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum. Among its displays is an accurate recreation of the interior of a noble lady's chambers including furniture, decorations and a decorated tiled oven, and an exhibition on the history of Zvenigorod and the monastery.

Palace of Tsar Alexis

The Palace of Tsar Alexis was built in the 1650s and is now one of the best surviving examples of non-religious architecture of that era. It was built especially for Tsar Alexis who often visited the monastery on religious pilgrimages. Its most striking feature is its pretty row of nine chimney spouts which resemble towers.

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The Unique Burial of a Child of Early Scythian Time at the Cemetery of Saryg-Bulun (Tuva)

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In 1988, the Tuvan Archaeological Expedition (led by M. E. Kilunovskaya and V. A. Semenov) discovered a unique burial of the early Iron Age at Saryg-Bulun in Central Tuva. There are two burial mounds of the Aldy-Bel culture dated by 7th century BC. Within the barrows, which adjoined one another, forming a figure-of-eight, there were discovered 7 burials, from which a representative collection of artifacts was recovered. Burial 5 was the most unique, it was found in a coffin made of a larch trunk, with a tightly closed lid. Due to the preservative properties of larch and lack of air access, the coffin contained a well-preserved mummy of a child with an accompanying set of grave goods. The interred individual retained the skin on his face and had a leather headdress painted with red pigment and a coat, sewn from jerboa fur. The coat was belted with a leather belt with bronze ornaments and buckles. Besides that, a leather quiver with arrows with the shafts decorated with painted ornaments, fully preserved battle pick and a bow were buried in the coffin. Unexpectedly, the full-genomic analysis, showed that the individual was female. This fact opens a new aspect in the study of the social history of the Scythian society and perhaps brings us back to the myth of the Amazons, discussed by Herodotus. Of course, this discovery is unique in its preservation for the Scythian culture of Tuva and requires careful study and conservation.

Keywords: Tuva, Early Iron Age, early Scythian period, Aldy-Bel culture, barrow, burial in the coffin, mummy, full genome sequencing, aDNA

Information about authors: Marina Kilunovskaya (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Vladimir Semenov (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Varvara Busova  (Moscow, Russian Federation).  (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences.  Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Kharis Mustafin  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Technical Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Irina Alborova  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Biological Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Alina Matzvai  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected]

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