Torg as a Genetic Part of the Urban Structure of the Town of Toropets

Abstract

In the article, the historical construction of the ancient Toropets's Torg (marketplace) is analyzed, the fact of preservation of the pre-regular basis of the configuration of the square and its morphology that added to the duration of the town's lifespan, is revealed. Compositional meaning of the Torg and its contemporary role in the city life are analyzed. Recommendations on reconstruction and improvement are given according to the aim of preservation of architectural and cultural image and role of the city which preserves its historical identity. In contemporary settings, while reconstructing and improving the city, it is crucial to perpetuate the historicarchitectural relevance of the Voskresenskaya (Bazarnaya) square's Torg. In the article, the values of significant characteristics of planning, species connections with different ensembles and parts of the city, historical surroundings as a basis for restoring the recoverable losses are revealed.