Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, Orthodox temple in Tula, Russia.
The Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki is an Orthodox structure featuring a central dome that rests on a cylindrical base and is topped with a cupola. The building displays classical Eastern Orthodox architectural lines with balanced proportions throughout.
The building was constructed in 1795 and consecrated in 1801, making it an early religious structure in the city. During Soviet times, it remained one of the few functioning churches in Tula.
The church sits beside Chulkovo Cemetery, where local citizens and workers from the Imperial Arms Factory have been buried for generations. The location connects spiritual worship with remembrance of the surrounding community.
The church is located at Kladbischensky Lane 1 and can be reached by bus to the Ulitsa Industrialnaya stop, then walking along Venyovskoe highway. The nearby cemetery gives the location a quiet setting suitable for contemplation.
Local authorities designated this building as a regional cultural heritage site in 1991, underscoring its importance to local history. This recognition came after a period when the structure served different purposes.
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