Landmark

Sutyagin House

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The Sutyagin House, built without nails by local businessman Nikolai Sutyagin, stood 13 stories high and was recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest wooden house. Visitors could marvel at its precarious, self-built design, a testament to individual ambition and Russian ingenuity. Though demolished due to fire risk and legal issues, the site remains a point of curiosity for those interested in unconventional architecture and local lore.

Don't miss

Learn about the house's construction using only logs and no nails.
View photographs and models of the structure at local museums.
Visit the empty plot to reflect on the legacy of this unique building.

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