Church of the Resurrection of Lazarus

The Church of the Resurrection of Lazarus stands on Kizhi Island, featuring traditional Russian log construction methods and design elements of Orthodox architecture.

Originally constructed in the late 14th century at the Murom Monastery in Karelia, the church represents one of the oldest surviving wooden structures in northern Russia.

The church exhibits the craftsmanship of Russian carpenters who utilized local timber and traditional building techniques to create lasting religious structures.

Visitors can reach the church through guided tours of the Kizhi Museum complex, which operates regular boat services from mainland ports during summer months.

The church maintains its original structural elements from the 14th century, demonstrating the durability of medieval Russian wooden architecture through centuries.

Location: Kizhi

Part of: Kizhi museum

Website: https://kizhi.karelia.ru/architecture/russkie-zaonezhya/tserkov-voskresheniya-lazarya

GPS coordinates: 62.06601,35.22548

Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:37