Kostroma is a picturesque old merchant city, located at the confluence of the rivers Kostroma (Kostroma) and Volga (Volga). The city is renowned for being the capital of Tsar Mikhail Romanov, who founded the Romanov dynasty that ruled Russia for more than 300 years. One of the highlights of a city tour in Kostroma is visiting the Ipatiev monastery, which was the residence of the first Romanov before he was called upon to assume the Russian throne. The historical center of Kostroma has been preserved and many monuments have been restored, making it an ideal destination for tourists looking for new places and experiences.