Webcam on Kholmskaya Street in Velikiye Luki — Live Online Broadcast

Kholmskaya Street: History and Location

Kholmskaya Street in Velikiye Luki is one of the few urban arteries that has preserved its historical name from pre-revolutionary times. Unlike many central streets renamed during the Soviet period, Kholmskaya has remained true to its name. The origin of the name is related to the terrain: this place was formerly called Kholmskaya Gora (Kholm Hill), as the descent to the Lovat River valley began here. Today, the street is an important transport artery in the central part of the city, connecting residential neighborhoods with the business district.

Kholmskaya-Vinatovskogo Intersection: Transport Hub

The intersection of Kholmskaya Street and Vinatovskogo Street is a key transport hub of Velikiye Luki, marked in the 2GIS navigation service. The "Vinatovskogo Street" public transport stop (building 15) is located here, through which the main city routes pass. Near the intersection is the city park of culture and recreation with a Ferris wheel — a popular leisure spot for locals and visitors to Velikiye Luki.

The "Kholmskaya Street" stop serves bus routes No. 7, 8, 9b, 10, 118, making this area convenient for getting around the city. According to the schedule on the Pskovoblavtotrans website, buses No. 9b, 10, 118 stop here, connecting the center with remote neighborhoods.

Attractions and Nearby Landmarks

Kholmskaya Street features buildings of historical value. At Kholmskaya, 3 are the ruins of the Korvin-Krukovskikh distillery, built in 1860–1877. This is a cultural heritage site of regional significance, which is currently in ruins and has the status of a lost monument. The Korvin-Krukovskikh house is captured in photographs from the 1930s, which hold historical value for local historians.

From the observation deck on Kholmskaya Gora, there is a view of the central road bridge over the Lovat River, the city administration building on Lenin Square, and the domes of the Voznesensky Velikoluksky Convent. Panoramic photographs from the 1950s on Kholmskaya Street also show the regional Ministry of Internal Affairs building, which remains one of the architectural landmarks of the area to this day.

Transport Accessibility

Kholmskaya Street provides convenient access to the central districts of Velikiye Luki. The intersection with Vinatovskogo Street is a key public transport hub: routes connecting the center with the railway station, residential neighborhoods, and the industrial zone pass through here. The presence of the "Kholmskaya Street" and "Vinatovskogo Street" stops makes this area convenient for those who get around the city without a personal car.

For motorists, the intersection is equipped with a roundabout, ensuring unobstructed travel towards the center, the railway station, or access to the M9 "Baltiya" highway. A gas station and auto service center are located nearby, adding convenience for drivers.

What the Camera Shows

The webcam on Kholmskaya Street in Velikiye Luki broadcasts an aerial view of the urban area in real time. The field of view includes a multi-story residential building in pink-beige tones, a gas station with a distinctive blue canopy, and an auto service building with a blue roof. Parked cars are visible in the parking area, and moving traffic can be seen on the road junction with a roundabout and a grassy island.

The frame also includes billboards, one- and two-story commercial and residential buildings, trees, and greenery. The roads show both moving and parked cars, allowing you to assess the traffic load at the transport hub. The online camera on Kholmskaya Street is an opportunity to observe the life of the central intersection of Velikiye Luki live, see the road situation, and monitor the environment in the area of the Kholmskaya and Vinatovskogo intersection.