Church of the Exaltation of the Cross

The Church of the Exaltation of the Cross is an Orthodox church on Ligovsky Prospekt featuring neoclassical architecture with white stone walls and a pale blue dome. The complex comprises multiple chapels and churches arranged around the main structure.

The church was founded in 1794 by order of the Holy Synod and originally served the Cossack community of imperial regiments. It underwent significant modernization between 1848 and 1851 when architect Egor Dimmert redesigned the complex.

The church serves as a spiritual center for the Orthodox community, where daily services and religious ceremonies continue today. Visitors can observe liturgical traditions and witness how the community uses the space for worship.

The church is located on Ligovsky Prospekt and is easily reached from Ligovsky Prospekt metro station. Visitors should note that this is an active place of worship where respectful behavior and modest clothing are expected.

The church was originally built as a neighborhood complex for the Cossack regiments who populated the area and shaped the character of this part of the city. This specific connection to military history gives the site its distinctive role in how the city developed.