Самарский архиерейский дом, Orthodox monastery in Samara, Russia
The Samara Archbishop's House is a two-story stone building located at the intersection of Sobornaya and Alexandrovskaya streets and features an internal chapel. The structure was completed in the 19th century and maintains its original exterior appearance to the present day.
The establishment was founded in 1851, initially operating from leased quarters before moving to its permanent location in 1878. This relocation represented a significant consolidation of the church's institutional presence in Samara.
This structure served as the residence and administrative center for the archbishop, making it a focal point for Orthodox religious life in the city. The building's role extended beyond worship to encompass pastoral care and church governance for the entire region.
The building is currently owned by a technical university and can be viewed from the outside, with its original exterior fully preserved. While the interior is not open to visitors, the exterior provides a clear view of the 19th-century architecture and stone construction.
The monastery complex included a rural hermitage containing the Church of John the Baptist, which served as a summer retreat for the archbishop. This separate facility allowed the church leader to withdraw for periods of spiritual contemplation away from city affairs.
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