Rizopolozhensky Monastery, Suzdal
Rizopolozhensky Monastery, Suzdal, Orthodox monastery in Suzdal, Russia
The monastery complex stands on elevated ground in central Suzdal, featuring a three-domed cathedral, ornate gates, and a 72-meter bell tower.
Founded in 1207 by Bishop John of Rostov-Suzdal, this monastery survived the Mongol invasion and underwent major architectural developments during the 16th and 17th centuries.
The spiritual center gained prominence through Saint Euphrosyne of Suzdal, who established separate living quarters for maidens and widows within the monastic community.
The monastery operates as an active Russian Orthodox institution, welcoming visitors to explore its grounds and architectural monuments from sunrise to sunset.
The monastery's bell tower, constructed between 1813 and 1819, commemorates Russia's victory over Napoleon's forces in the Patriotic War of 1812.
Location: Suzdal
Inception: 1207
Website: http://www.suzdalrest.ru/rizop.html
Website: http://suzdalrest.ru/rizop.html
GPS coordinates: 56.42350,40.44631
Latest update: May 19, 2025 18:24
Saint Lazarus Church in Suzdal
98 m
Saint Antipas Church in Suzdal
113 m
Bell tower and Saint Yevfrosiniya Church at Rizopolozhensky Monastery (Suzdal)
98 m
Усадьба Жилиных (Суздаль)
123 m
Корпус келейный № 2 (Суздаль)
115 m
Дом Жинкина (Суздаль)
101 m
Дом Аронова с трактиром (Суздаль)
73 m
Часовня с избой-привратницкой (часовня) (Суздаль)
59 m
Корпус настоятельский (Суздаль)
46 m
Дом Андреяновых с почтовой станцией (Суздаль)
129 m
Дом Языковых (Суздаль)
126 m
Holy Gate at Rizopolozhensky Monastery (Suzdal)
34 m
Школа церковно-приходская (Суздаль)
41 m
Cathedral of Rizopolozhensky Monastery
74 m
Дом Фирсова (Суздаль)
101 m
Храмовый комплекс (Суздаль)
111 m
Палата трапезная (Суздаль)
61 m
Корпус келейный № 1 (Суздаль)
81 m
Дом калачников (Суздаль)
97 m
Флигель (Суздаль)
118 m
Ворота (Суздаль)
117 m
Дом жилой (Суздаль)
128 m
Дом Шерышевых (Суздаль)
50 m
Сторожка (Суздаль)
61 m
Лавка Денисова (Суздаль)
112 m
Дом чеканщика Жилина (Суздаль)
90 m
Дом калачника Фирсова (Суздаль)
106 m
Дом Арефьевых (Суздаль)
112 mReviews
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