Transfiguration Church, Novozybkov, Old Believer cathedral in Novozybkov, Russia.
The Transfiguration Church is a wooden house of prayer built in the early 20th century with traditional elements of Russian ecclesiastical architecture. The structure displays the characteristic wood construction typical of religious buildings in the Bryansk region.
The church was built in 1909 and stands for the presence of Old Believers who separated from the Russian Orthodox Church in the 17th century. This community preserved their religious practices across generations in this region.
The church serves the Old Believer community and maintains worship practices that have remained unchanged for centuries. Visitors can observe these distinctive liturgical customs that differ from modern Russian Orthodox traditions.
The building is located on Pervomayskaya Street and is accessible to visitors interested in the religious history of the region. It is recommended to wear respectful clothing and remain quiet during religious services.
The wooden construction of the church demonstrates special craftsmanship techniques developed in the Bryansk region. These building methods are rarely seen in modern church construction and give the structure its historical character.
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