Church of St. George, Orthodox memorial church in Kursk, Russia.
Description
The Church of St. George is an Orthodox memorial structure in Kursk with marble plates set into its walls. These plaques bear the names of approximately 7000 soldiers who died during combat.
History
The structure was built in 1998 to commemorate a major military engagement from 1943. The church thus marks a location of strategic importance in wartime events.
Culture
The church serves as a focal point for remembrance, where visitors pause to honor those who died in combat. It blends religious devotion with respect for military sacrifice in a way that remains meaningful to local communities.
Practical
Visitors can enter the church interior and spend time in reflection. The surrounding area contains additional memorial sites and monuments, so allow time to explore the broader complex.
Did you know?
The marble plaques on the walls serve as individual name memorials rather than mere decoration. Each name makes the historical events deeply personal for those who walk past.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Kursk).
Cathedral of Our Lady of "The Omen"
6.4 km
Kursk State Medical University
4.2 km
Kursk State University
5.6 km
Cathedral of the Theotokos of Kazan and Saint Sergius of Radonezh
5.6 km
Курська дуга (меморіальний комплекс)
452 m
Trudovye Rezervy Stadium
5 km
Ufimtsev Wind Turbine
5.6 km
Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Kursk
5.9 km
Monastery of the Theotokos of the Sign
6.4 km
Kursk State Agricultural Academy named after Professor II Ivanova
2.2 km
Pushkin State Drama Theatre Kursk
5.2 km
Monument to City of Military Glory (Kursk)
521 m
Курская государственная филармония
4.3 km
Holy Trinity Monastery
5.9 km
Kursk State Art Gallery
4.4 km
Ascension Church
4.4 km
Church of the Assumption of Our Lady and the Martyrs Nikita
3.4 km
Church of the Resurrection of Christ and Prophet Elijan in Kursk
5.8 km
Church of Archangel Michael
5.8 km
Church of the Entry of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple
4.3 km
École secondaire de Koursk
5.9 km
Kurskiy oblastnoy krayevedcheskiy muzey
6.4 km
Храм иконы Божией Матери «Всех Скорбящих Радость» (Курск)
4.9 km
Памятник Владимиру Ильичу Ленину (Курск, Красная площадь)
6.1 kmПарк Героев Гражданской войны
4.5 km
Дом казначея (Курск)
5.9 km
Храм Святых Кирилла и Мефодия (Курск)
5.6 km
Kerk van de Heilige Koninklijke Martelaren
1.9 km
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes