Nicholas Chapel

Nicholas Chapel is an Orthodox church building in central Tula featuring four altars within its stone walls. The structure served as a prominent religious center in this part of the city.

The chapel originated as a small wooden structure with a Saint Nicholas icon near the fortress wall during the 16th century. It was rebuilt in stone in 1745, giving it a more permanent form.

The chapel served as a gathering place where local worshippers came together for prayer and spiritual life. It held meaning for the community as a center of faith in the heart of the city.

The chapel opened its doors to visitors in the early morning hours and remained accessible until 9 PM. These extended hours made it possible for many people to visit at different times of day for prayer or services.

On the chapel grounds stood a well with a small structure built over it until the 1930s. Both the well and this structure were demolished during Soviet reconstruction efforts.

Location: Tula

GPS coordinates: 54.19604,37.61245

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:11