Historical and architectural environment of Sochi XVIII-XX centuries

Abstract

The relevance of the historical and architectural environment in the context of the formation and further formation of its cultural potential is substantiated. Expediency of the considered environment of the settlement of Sochi from the position of continuity preservation as the basis of architectural and urban development is revealed. Attention is focused on the natural and geographical conditions of the area, which had a great impact on the deployment of fortifications. The influence of the highway and railway, which predetermined the sustainable development of the territories of the Black Sea coast, is noted. The fundamental issues of the spatial composition of Sochi in relation to the natural landscape in order to create a comfortable architectural environment are highlighted. Individual objects of cultural heritage with historical and architectural value are presented. The description of their architectural features with historical and modern illustrations is given. Considerable attention is paid to preserving the integrity and identity of the historical and architectural environment as a unique national treasure.