Church of the nativity of the Christ in Yaroslavl

The Church of the Nativity of Christ features a central cube structure elevated on a ground floor and crowned with five domes and ornate stone decorations.

Built between 1636 and 1644 by the wealthy Nazaryev merchant family, the church replaced a wooden structure that protected the Kazan Icon during the Polish invasion.

The interior walls display distinctive frescoes created by Dmitry Semenov and Fedor Fedorov's art guild between 1682 and 1683, representing biblical narratives and saints.

The church functions as part of the Yaroslavl Museum-Reserve, offering visitors access to both religious services and cultural exhibitions throughout the summer months.

This religious building introduced glazed ceramic tiles in Yaroslavl architecture, featuring an inscription band that encircles the central structure with decorative patterns.

Location: Yaroslavl

Architectural style: Yaroslavl school

Website: https://yarkremlin.ru/events/permanent/tserkov-rozhdestva-khristova

GPS coordinates: 57.63056,39.89436

Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:46