Church of the Theotokos Seeker of the Perishing in Zatsepa

The church displays Russian Revival architecture with five domes, red brick walls, and white stone decorative elements throughout its exterior structure.

The Church of the Theotokos Seeker of the Perishing was constructed in 1904 under the direction of architect Nikolay Shevyakov during Moscow's architectural expansion period.

The building represents the Eastern Orthodox tradition with its dedication to the icon of the Mother of God, known for protecting those in spiritual crisis.

Located near the intersection of Zatsepa Street and Bolshoy Strochenovsky Lane, the church maintains regular services under the supervision of Moscow Eparchy.

The structure forms part of the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics complex, combining religious heritage with educational institutions in an urban setting.

Location: Zamoskvorechye District

Inception: 1904

Architects: Nikolay Shevyakov

Architectural style: Russian Revival architecture, eclectic architecture

Part of: Buildings of the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics

Website: http://hram-na-zatsepe.cerkov.ru

GPS coordinates: 55.72901,37.62922

Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:10