Железноборовский Предтеченский Яковлевский монастырь
Железноборовский Предтеченский Яковлевский монастырь, Orthodox monastery in Borok, Russia
The Zheleznoborovsky Predtechensky Yakovlevsky Monastery stands on the left bank of the Tebza River, 85 kilometers from Kostroma and 15 kilometers from Buy.
The monastery was established around 1390 by Saint Jacob of Zhelezny Borok, who received his monastic vows from Sergius of Radonezh.
The monastery functions as a spiritual center where Orthodox Christian traditions continue through regular services, ceremonies, and religious education programs.
Visitors can access the monastery at 43 Kolkhoznaya Street in Borok village, Buysky District of Kostroma Region, with options for accommodation on site.
During the great plague of 1420, the monastery served as a shelter, providing protection and sustenance to local inhabitants during times of famine.
Location: Borok
Founders: Иаков Железноборовский
Website: http://zheleznoborovskiy.ru
GPS coordinates: 58.35361,41.62250
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:25
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