Church of the Ascension of Christ, Kalyazin

The Church of the Ascension of Christ features a bell tower that rises above the Volga River, standing as an isolated structure on a small artificial island.

The construction of the Uglich Dam in the mid-20th century submerged parts of Kalyazin, leaving only the bell tower of the 19th-century church visible above water.

The church represents traditional Russian Orthodox architecture with its neoclassical design elements and continues to hold religious significance for local worshippers.

Visitors can reach the bell tower by boat tours operating during summer months, offering opportunities to photograph this architectural monument from various angles.

The bell tower now stands partially submerged in the Uglich Reservoir, creating an unusual sight of a religious structure emerging directly from the water.

Location: Kalyazin

GPS coordinates: 57.23724,37.85711

Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:20