Marfo-Mariinsky Convent, Orthodox monastery in Yakimanka District, Moscow, Russia.
The Marfo-Mariinsky Convent encompasses multiple buildings designed by architect Alexei Shchusev, featuring Art Nouveau elements and traditional Russian architectural details throughout the complex.
Princess Elizabeth Feodorovna established the monastery in 1908 following her husband's assassination, transforming her wealth into a sanctuary for religious service and medical care.
The interior of the Cathedral contains extensive artwork by Mikhail Nesterov, including murals, triptychs, and intricate floral designs that merge religious symbolism with Russian motifs.
The monastery grounds at 34 Ulitsa Bolshaya Ordynka remain open during daylight hours, offering visitors access to the gardens, hospital facilities, and religious services.
The building complex incorporates mythical creatures in its decorative elements, including a unicorn and the Russian Firebird carved into the cathedral's bas-relief walls.
Location: Yakimanka District
Inception: 1908
Founders: Princess Elisabeth of Hesse and by Rhine
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
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GPS coordinates: 55.73758,37.62350
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:05
These orthodox churches and monasteries represent Russian religious architecture. The buildings display various architectural styles from medieval to modern times, with characteristic onion domes, mosaics and frescoes. The cathedrals in Moscow and Saint Petersburg are centers of orthodox faith.
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