Voskresensky Monastery, Uglich

Voskresensky Monastery is an Orthodox monastery in Uglich on the banks of the Volga River. The complex includes a cathedral, refectory, belfry, and summer church arranged in a balanced composition around courtyards.

The monastery was founded in the 1670s and quickly became a center of religious life in the Yaroslavl region. The main cathedral was completed in 1677 and shaped the architectural development of the site.

The monastery displays typical features of Russian Orthodox church architecture with ornate decorations on its facades. Visitors can observe the craftsmanship and religious building methods from the late 1600s reflected in the structure itself.

The site is best explored on foot and guided tours are available to learn more about the buildings. Visit during daylight hours when the full extent of the complex and river views are visible.

The monastery retains its original layout from the 1670s, offering a rare view of how such complexes were planned in that period. The buildings face toward the Volga in an unusual alignment that creates a distinctive relationship between the sacred space and the river.

Location: Uglich

Location: Yaroslavl Oblast

Inception: 1674

Website: http://uglich.blagochin.ru/tag/voskresenskij-muzhskoj-monastyr

GPS coordinates: 57.52603,38.30887

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:49