Transfiguration Cathedral

The Transfiguration Cathedral is a church building in Arzamas featuring stone walls and multiple domes in Russian Orthodox style from the 17th century. The interior shows traditional religious features including an iconostasis and decorative elements characteristic of monastery churches from that period.

The cathedral was built beginning in 1638 as part of a monastery complex, reflecting religious expansion in the region during that era. Its construction occurred when new monastery compounds were being established across central and Volga Russia.

The cathedral's name refers to the Christian festival of the Transfiguration of Jesus, which holds significance in Russian Orthodox tradition. Inside, visitors encounter religious icons and objects that have shaped the spiritual life of local communities over centuries.

The building is accessible at its location in central Arzamas and is used for Orthodox services according to the church calendar. Visitors can come by during the week and view the exterior and interior when services are not taking place.

The structure is part of an early monastery complex that still preserves its original group of buildings today. This ensemble shows how monastery compounds were actually arranged and used in this region.

Location: Arzamas

Inception: 1638

Part of: Transfiguration Monastery, Arzamas

Address: Архивный городок, 5-а

GPS coordinates: 55.38490,43.81904

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:25