Vereya

Vereya sits on the right bank of the Protva River about 113 kilometers southwest of Moscow in Moscow Oblast. The town serves as an administrative center for several surrounding rural areas.

The town was founded in 1371 and served as the capital of the Vereya Principality under a branch of the Rurikid dynasty. It later became part of the broader Muscovite state as power consolidated in the region.

The Nativity Cathedral in the town kremlin dominates the center with its classical bell tower, reflecting how residents have gathered here for centuries to mark important moments. This building shows how the town valued grand architecture at key periods in its history.

The town is easy to explore on foot and the kremlin with its cathedral provides a clear focal point in the center. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the roads are dry and walkways are most accessible.

A parish church from the late 1600s remains as one of the oldest religious structures in the wider area. It shows the building styles that were common during the early development of this region.

Location: Naro-Fominsky District

Inception: 1371

Elevation above the sea: 190 m

GPS coordinates: 55.33333,36.18333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:24