Храм Александра Невского, Orthodox church in Makarovo, Russia.
The Alexander Nevsky Church in Makarovo is an Orthodox church that displays Russian Revival and eclectic design elements, featuring detailed stonework across its exterior. The building has a clear vertical structure with towers and domes that rise above the surrounding settlement.
The building was constructed between 1905 and 1907 under architect Mikhail Lovtsov and originally served a local psychiatric hospital. After the Soviet era ended, it returned to religious use in the 1990s and has remained an active place of worship since.
The church is named after Saint Alexander Nevsky, a revered Russian military leader and patron saint. Today, visitors can see how it serves the local community as a place of worship and religious observance.
The church is accessible during opening hours, particularly during religious ceremonies and services. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing and be aware of current visiting guidelines.
During the Soviet era, the church was repurposed from its religious function and served as an archive for the local psychiatric hospital. This conversion shows how Soviet authorities adapted former sacred spaces for practical purposes.
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